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Daily Dirt for Thursday, April 3, 2025 Great Plate Debate IV has a new look … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,247 of The Daily Dirt 1. Call it a clean sweep. The Great Plate Debate IV has an entire new cast of medal-worthy finds this week, thanks to an avalanche…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Adams County Sheriff’s Department made zero DUI arrests and issued three seat belt citations during the St. Patrick’s Day enforcement period. Other citations were: “We strongly enforce traffic laws for one reason – to save lives,” Sgt. Jake McMahon said in a press release. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office joined…
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CANTON, Mo. — The Culver-Stockton Fine Arts Department will present its annual student honors exhibit from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 5 in the Mabee Art Gallery with an awards ceremony at 4 p.m. The exhibit features works selected through a jury process, highlighting the creativity, dedication and skill of Culver-Stockton’s art majors.…
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Helen Barber of Quincy for operate uninsured motor vehicle and suspended registration. NTA 120Patsy R. Bassett of Quincy for agg battery. NTA 120Kaziah J. Cole, 43, of Quincy for FTA OV Illegal Dumping and FTA OV Stealing at 530 Broadway St. Lodged 186Shane T. Harrison, 50, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Possession of…
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Kenneth P. Sparrow, Sr., age 72, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 in his home. He was born on April 13, 1952 in Quincy, the son of Elmer and Florine (Altgilbers) Sparrow. He married Bonnie Klinner on January 24, 1981. She preceded him in death on March 5, 2025. Together, Ken and Bonnie…
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SHELBINA, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will offer a free waste pesticide collection event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 5, at MFA Agri Services, 215 W. Maple. The collection is open to Missouri farmers and households. Accepted (limited to 8,000 pounds total weight per farm or household): Not Accepted: Pesticide…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Montessori School will hold a pancake breakfast and a raffle from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 5, at Quincy Country Club. Price for the breakfast is $15 for adults and $8 for children with a menu featuring pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit, coffee and juice. Each advanced RSVP will receive a…
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TUSCUMBIA, Mo. — Soil testing and proper fertilization are key to productive warm-season forages in Missouri, says Rudra Baral, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in agronomy In a new publication, Baral gives guidelines for soil testing and fertilizer management for warm-season forages in Missouri. “Maintaining healthy forage for livestock requires understanding the specific needs…
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Republican Mike Troup survived a tough primary four years ago to win his first term as mayor over Democrat Nora Baldner by a 61-39 percent margin, with 8,145 votes cast. After surviving a tough Republican primary against Dan Brink in February, Troup lost his re-election bid on Tuesday to Linda Moore, who ran as an…
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QUINCY — As the newest member of the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees, Kent Snider is anxious to get started on the panel’s newest and most pressing topic — the search for a new president. “That’s not really something I was counting on,” Snider said with a laugh. The news of Bryan Renfro’s…
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It’s been 24 hours since the polls closed, so it is time to evaluate what just took place. First, thanks to Mayor Michael Troup for taking four years out of his life to try to make our city a better place to live. Thanks to Linda Moore for wanting to do the same thing. Now…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. James B. Dyer and E.K. Dyer of Quincy sold a residence at 1120 Ohio in Quincy…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery is the site of the annual QU Faculty Juried Student Art Show through April 18. The student art exhibition features artwork produced during the current academic year by students enrolled in the various studios offered in the QU art program. Faculty members in the art program select the best…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional recently welcomed adult psychiatrist Dr. John Flo to its team. Dr. Flo earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Saint Louis University Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Flo blends science and empathy to help people navigate their mental health journeys. Psychiatrists…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2024 annual awards event on March 20 at Park Place to acknowledge the efforts of several members, citizens and community leaders who played a vital part in the 2024 business community. Awards were presented to: The chamber also recognized outgoing board member Mike Woodrum…
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In today’s fast-paced media landscape, news channels quickly jump on the latest trends, especially regarding food. Trending edibles often grab the public’s attention, sparking curiosity and excitement. But how do news outlets manage to keep these foods in the spotlight and drive conversations around them? From captivating visuals to viral-worthy stories, news channels have mastered…
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QUINCY — Devin Bradfield, a junior at Quincy Notre Dame, is organizing a 5K run/walk beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, to meet requirements for his Eagle Scout project. The entry fee is a donation of canned/nonperishable food items, which will be donated directly to Horizons Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry. The race…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 03/24/2025:Michaele R. Hedden, Mt. Sterling: Struck a deer on CR 275N. 03/25/2024:Rhonda L. Roberts, Mt. Sterling: Struck a deer on CR 900E St.Etienne Mervil, Columbus OH: was backing out of…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – A favorite spring flower, the Easter lily, should be kept away from cats. If ingested, it could kill them. The perennial plant’s white, trumpet-like flowers might not sound the warning that all parts of it are highly toxic to felines. Tim Evans, University of Missouri Extension veterinary toxicologist, said even small amounts…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, April 2, 2025 Will there ever be another “Knots Landing?” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,246 of The Daily Dirt 1. If pressed, I think we would admit we all loved them. Remember the days when primetime soap operas ruled the nightly network TV roost? I’m…
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QUINCY — A crucial step has been completed, but for Brennan Hills and the rest of Q-RILE (an acronym for Quincy for Registration Inspection Licensing Enactment), the work is far from complete. The organization’s ordinance proposal, which calls for the implementation of a comprehensive and proactive rental inspection program, passed during Tuesday’s consolidated election with…
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