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WARNING: This story includes descriptions of explicit violence and graphic sexual content that may be considered profane, vulgar or offensive to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The state rested, the defense offered no witnesses, closing statements will begin Friday morning and the jury is expected to begin deliberations on Friday afternoon…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional is hiring for multiple roles in maintenance, housekeeping, food services and security. Open interviews will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at The Caring Cup just inside Hannibal Regional Medical Group. Interested applicants can talk with hiring managers and human resources directly. For questions, call…
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QUINCY — Laura Oakman, clerk for the city of Quincy, recently earned the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC), awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), Inc. IIMC grants the CMC designation only to municipal clerks who complete education requirements and have a record of significant contributions to their local government, community and…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 If spicy food is a no-no, beware of the Maestro Spicy Santiago burger … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,107 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A few days ago, we chronicled some of the worst decisions McDonald’s had ever made with new items the fast-food giant had…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Oct. 1-31, 2024. Steve C. Wittler from Sharon K. Wittler on Oct. 3, 2024.Emma P. Criner from Raymond A. Criner Jr. on Oct. 9, 2024.Nicole D. Richardson from Justin Escue on Oct. 10, 2024.Susanna Y. Williams from Michael A. Williams on…
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10/27/2024 @ 02:43:50, Hayscreek Ln., Ralls County Nature of Complaint Suicidal SubjectPublic Narrative Deputy responded to a suicidal subject on Hayscreek Lane.10/27/2024 @ 03:53:15, Highway 61 NB Warren Barrett, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Crash – Non-InjuryPublic Narrative Deputy responded to a non-injury traffic crash on Hwy 61.10/27/2024 @ 10:21:22, Gentry Rd., Ralls County Nature…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — University of Missouri Extension urban entomologist Emily Althoff celebrates the creepy qualities of some insects and fungi, even after Halloween. For example, many fungi in the genus Ophiocordyceps can parasitize insects, turning them into “zombie bugs” that help the fungi reproduce. “They prey most often on beetles, ants, dragonflies and butterflies,” says Althoff. Infected…
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QUINCY — Quincy Mayor Mike Troup told the city’s Aeronautics Committee Wednesday that “multiple” airlines interested in taking over the Essential Air Service contract have reached out. In August, Troup wrote to the U.S. Department of Transportation and said Southern Airways Express, which has provided essential air service at the Quincy airport since Dec. 1,…
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WARNING: This story includes descriptions of explicit violence and graphic sexual content that may be considered profane, vulgar or offensive to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The father of Austin Rodhouse’s wife explained the frustration of not being able to help his daughter and grandsons, fearing for their safety as they…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — When Austin Rodhouse’s wife confirmed during testimony Wednesday morning that she performed and recorded an oral sex act with her oldest son while her husband was working in Utah, defense attorney Casey Schnack said, “You knew it was wrong.” “I did it because I was threatened and manipulated,” Rodhouse’s wife replied. That…
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Regardless of how we feel about the election results, what’s important is how we move forward. Our nation’s voices have spoken, and how we treat one another after Nov. 5, is as meaningful (if not more) than before. True Democracy is not the muffling of voices, as it is the amplification of our collective voice as Americans. We…
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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. Douglas L. Williams and Denise M. Williams of Quincy sold a residence at 1121 Payson Avenue…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Secretary of State Mobile DMV will be at Quincy Regional Airport from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday. Services available will include: The airport is at 1645 Highway 104.
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Haley J. Koehler, 27, 701 Broadway for FTA Fighting and FTA Trespassing. Lodged 186Terril Phillips, 45, 222 Lind for FTA Aggravated Battery & FTA Conditions of Pretrial Release. Lodged 186Devin M. Doran, 39, Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Contempt of Court for FTA. Lodged 130Marissa M. Locket, 18, 2110 Rainbow Ln. for Failure to…
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As we celebrate Veterans Day this month, I reflect on the many veterans who have touched my life. The first veteran I recall hearing about was my mother’s younger brother. I never had a chance to meet my Uncle David – he was about 18 years old when he died, during World War II, when…
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The Missouri State Highway Patrol has implemented a change to the preliminary online traffic crash and boat/drowning incident reports in which the names of involved parties will no longer be posted online. The patrol said in a press release that it recently was notified of scam incidents across the state targeting motor vehicle crash victims…
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Jim “Ole Man” Krutmeier, 77, of rural Camp Point, IL, passed away at 8:20 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2024, at his home. Born September 10, 1947, in Quincy, IL, Jim was the son of Bud and Dorothy A. Dedert Krutmeier. He first married Ellen Aldridge. She preceded him in death on January 13, 1992. He…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Cancer Center has again earned accreditation from The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons, as the result of a recent survey. Blessing Hospital has held CoC accreditation since 1966. To earn voluntary CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet 34 CoC quality care standards,…
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QUINCY — Adams County Sheriff’s deputies made their second sex offender in a week as part of a roundup of those who were found to be out of compliance. Dalton E. Stockdale, 27, who lives in the 4300 block of Roberts St. south of Quincy, was arrested Wednesday morning. He is lodged in the Adams…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Richie and Natalie Evans of Quincy at 9:57 p.m. Oct. 26, 2024.A boy was born to Derek and Hilary Wells of Quincy at 4:57 p.m. Oct. 27, 2024.A girl was born to Ryan and Jacey Runge at 2:57 p.m. Oct. 28, 2024.A baby was born to Matthew and…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College’s Theatre Department’s upcoming production of “Crimes of the Heart,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning dark comedy about family ties and the resilience of the human spirit by Beth Henley, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 8-9 and at 3 p.m. on Nov. 10 in the Mabee Little Theatre. Tickets are…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — University of Missouri Extension horticulturists are fielding questions about plants that are blooming and leafing out of season. MU Extension horticulturist Debi Kelly, who serves as the state extension Master Gardener coordinator, says she’s noticed many social media postings about spring-blooming flowers and shrubs, especially irises and lilacs, budding and blooming in…
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November 29, 2024
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