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HANNIBAL, Mo. — At approximately 6:32 AM, the Hannibal Fire Department responded at 6:32 a.m. Sunday to a reported fire in the bathroom of the Best Western hotel, 401 N. Third in Hannibal. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered that the fire was initially controlled by the hotel’s sprinkler system. Eight Hannibal Fire Department personnel were…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024 The item that really reminded me of yesteryear is the note about the Styrofoam packaging at McDonald’s … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,128 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of our boomer readers sent me a clip that I thought was pretty entertaining. It deals…
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From Laura, Hillary, Sandra and I, we pray and hope you all had a blessed Thanksgiving and remembered to thank God for all your blessings. Spring for me will start Jan. 7. That will be the first South Shelby Adult Vo-Ag horticulture class for 2025. It will start at 5:30 pm in the South Shelby…
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QUINCY — More than 150 students from Quincy Public Schools Music Department participated in the Illinois Music Education Association All-District Concert and Jazz Festivals in November. Students were selected either by audition or nomination for each event. The following students participated in the ILMEA Concert Festival held Nov. 2, at Western Illinois University: Elementary Choir:…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation is gearing up for Celebration of Lights in conjunction with the 30th annual Carthage Area Chamber Christmas Open House. The community is invited to enjoy the lighted parade around the Carthage Square at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5. The square is decorated with Christmas trees, lighted displays, arches and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Salvation Army has announced the return of the Captain Kettle Mascot Challenge, inviting the community to showcase their school spirit while supporting a worthy cause. Join us in spreading holiday cheer, supporting local teams and making a difference. This friendly competition features local mascots — the Quincy High School Blue Devil, Quincy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — About a year ago, when a gentleman and his elderly mother came to the door of the United Way of the Mark Twain Area, director Denise Damron received a humbling reminder of what the holiday season is about. “The man handed me an envelope and said that, in lieu of buying Christmas…
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SALEM, Mo. — November is a good time to review winter feeding plans, according to University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eric Meusch. “Forage growth has come to an end, so making sure producers have what they need to feed their livestock though the winter is important,” Meusch said in a press release. “These three…
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QUINCY — Miracle on Maine Street is a collaboration between the Quincy Art Center, the Quincy Museum and Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. The night will be filled with live music, crafts and treats for the family. There will be a wreath raffle, made by local artists.…
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Joshua L. Tenk, 33, 1909 Melview Rd. reports on 11/21/2024 a package was taken from his business at 520 Spring St. 148Heather M. Brown, 52, 822 N. 8th St. reports on 11/26/24 her bicycle was taken from 425 Broadway St. 148Eric Bervid, 33, Quincy for domestic battery. Lodged 124James Meredith, 31, Quincy for FTA trespassing…
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QUINCY— December will be a busy month for travel – and travel is stressful at the best of times. Unfortunately, for some travelers, scams can make holiday travel even more overwhelming. BBB often receives reports about scams that target travelers during their trip, whether it be during booking, during their hotel stay or through social…
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Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries to participate in global generosity movement on Tuesday
QUINCY — Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries (CWM) will celebrate GivingTuesday, joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement, on Tuesday, Dec. 3. GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. GivingTuesday will kick off the generosity season this…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Salvation Army of Hannibal kicked off the holiday season with its annual Red Kettle Christmas Campaign Kick-Off event on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at The Rialto. The honorary chairs for the 2024 Christmas Campaign are Jen and Shad Terrill and Shelby and Kassondra Terrill, owners of the Coffee Barn in Hannibal. The campaign’s goal has been set…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy kicked off the holiday season with its annual Red Kettle Christmas Campaign Kick-Off event on Nov. 21 at The Kroc Center. This event introduced the campaign chairs and revealed this year’s fundraising goal. The honorary chairs for the Christmas Campaign are Mike and Jean Buckley, along with their daughters…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 Yes, Mick Jagger was actually 21 years old a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,127 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For those who lived with transistor radios glued to their ears as teenagers, there will…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra, Chorus and Youth Chorus will join for a holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Quincy Junior High School. This family event includes a variety of songs and carols to set the holiday mood. Orchestra selections are Mannheim Steamroller’s popular versions of “Deck the Halls” and “Silent…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Levi Schmitt from Schmitt Happens Masonry about the brick trade that is ripe for new people to come in and learn. It really is an art. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.
Read Full Article Jason R. Bostic, 47, Augusta for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 24th and State. NTA 113Joseph N. Smith, 56, 631 Lind for Domestic Battery and FTA Stealing at 11th and Ohio. Lodged 128Andre L. Anderson, 56, 702 Washington for Domestic Battery. Lodged 108
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QUINCY – MRN’s Emma Dalke bundled up before 5 a.m. Friday to brave the cold in search of those seeking Black Friday doorbuster deals.
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QUINCY — Two Quincy residences have been declared a total loss after an early Friday morning four-alarm fire in the 300 block of Elm. The Quincy Fire Department was alerted at 2:43 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29, to a house on fire across the street from 309 Elm. The first two crews and the incident commander…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30, is Mark Twain’s 189th birthday, and there will be opportunities for children and adults to participate in the “Father of American Literature’s” special day at the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum. Tickets are still available for the Tour with Twain at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Join…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Challenges in recruiting qualified early learning teachers and other staff, along with the cost of administering and maintaining the center, caused officials at Illini Community Hospital to close its child care center permanently as of Feb. 28. “The teachers and staff of our center are exceptionally skilled and passionate about educating and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center has unveiled the award winners of the 30th annual Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. This year’s exhibition featured 99 juried pieces from artists across a 20-county region, celebrating depth and diversity of artistic expression. The Best of Show award went to Debra K. Scoggin-Myers of…
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