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Daily Dirt for Friday, Feb. 21, 2025 Hmmm … where did I put my phone? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,210 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It happened. It finally happened. Just the other day, my wife and I were headed somewhere and she gave me The Look. I wasn’t…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service Club is giving people an opportunity to recognize someone who has been a selfless volunteer or has worked tirelessly on behalf of the community. The club will present its Golden Deeds award during a luncheon in May at the Elks Club. The club is accepting nominations through March 21. The…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal-LaGrange University Theatre Department will present the production of “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” at 7 p.m. April 10-12 at the Roland Rine Arts Theatre. Based on the classic 1968 film and the novel by Ian Fleming, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” tells the tale of Caractacus Potts, an eccentric inventor, and his…
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CENTER, Mo. — The seventh annual Ralls County Side by Side Ride presented the Great River Honor Flight with proceeds totaling $21,225 from its annual drive held on Oct. 5. The presentation was done as part of a thank-you party for the volunteers and sponsors of the ride. Approximately 650 people participated, going on a…
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LIBERTY, Ill. — The Adams County Beef Producers and Beef Auxiliary held its 49th annual meeting and banquet on Jan. 25 at St. Brigid’s Hall, and Lily Baker was crowned the Adams County Beef Queen and Tucker Shupe was crowned the Adams County Beef Ambassador. The queen and ambassador each received a $1,500 scholarship. Baker…
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — More than a quarter of the world’s population already eats insects as a protein source. You may find these unusual delicacies in your future, too, says University of Missouri Extension field horticulturist Tamra Reall. If you doubt that you will ever eat insects, keep in mind that you probably already do,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department conducted an operation Friday morning with the Federal Bureau of Investigation at locations in Quincy. A tactical operation at the Atrium Hotel, 201 S. Third, started at approximately 6:45 a.m. The FBI also had officers at 730 E. Brennan Drive behind the Quincy Town Center, on Jefferson near Sixth Street…
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QUINCY — Republican 5th Ward Alderman Mike Rein said he’s hearing no complaints as he goes door-to-door leading up to next Tuesday’s primary election where he faces a challenge from buisnesswoman Laura McReynolds. “They’re telling me they’re voting for me. They tell me that I’ve done a good job, and they want me to stay…
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According to Albert Einstein, insanity is “doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result.” Congress is taking this to a whole new level with its latest discussions about how to “fix” broadband internet deployment across the United States. This is my 10th year as a broadband advocate. Seven of those years have…
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It is with great joy and pride that we write this letter in support of our dad, Dan Brink, as he campaigns for mayor of Quincy. Our dad has never hesitated in helping us achieve our goals, and we are excited to support him as he campaigns for this position to work as a public…
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QUINCY — Adams County Clerk Ryan A. Niekamp says his office will be open for early voting from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 22, for the consolidated primary election for the City of Quincy. “This is a great opportunity for voters to cast their ballots at a time that is convenient for them,”…
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Katherine “Kathy” Calvin, 63, of Quincy, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Kathy was born January 5, 1962, in Quincy, IL to Wayne and Virginia (Usherwood) Maggart. On November 7, 1987, she married the love of her life, Loyal “Scott” Calvin, at Bethel Assembly of God in Quincy. Their…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Evan Miller of Mendon and Taylor Webster of Quincy at 1:51 a.m. Feb. 9, 2025.A boy was born to Nick and Kaylee Quinn-Gilbert of Hannibal, Mo., at 6:44 p.m. Feb. 9, 2025.A girl was born to John and Elise Reinhardt III of Quincy at 11:46 p.m. Feb. 9,…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health will hold a free screening called “Listen to Your Heart” to detect heart valve disease from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 22, in the community room of Bella Ease, 721 Broadway. No registration is required. A healthcare provider will listen with a stethoscope to the heart of people ages…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Mississippi Hills Master Naturalists are hosting an Eagle Day in Hannibal, co-sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center and Rotary Pavilion at Nipper Park. Eagle Day will provide an opportunity to connect with nature, raise awareness about…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., North America’s largest food industry redistributor, recently announced that Jon Moore, a warehouse employee at the company’s headquarters in Mount Sterling, took home top honors at the 2024 International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) National Championship at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla. Moore took first place in the…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — Strict biosecurity is urged in Missouri poultry operations to prevent the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which has been confirmed in five southwestern Missouri counties. Federal officials have confirmed HPAI in commercial poultry flocks in Newton, Jasper, McDonald, Lawrence and Barry counties. In a press release, Cory Bromfield, University of…
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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. 02/15/2025:Kelly E. Rasner, Maryville, Tenn.: was backing a vehicle in the parking lot of the Western Illinois Correctional Center and struck a parked vehicle owned by Andrew M. Hill, Pittsfield.…
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QUINCY — During its regular meeting on Wednesday, the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved freezing the in-district tuition rate for the third straight year. The rate, inclusive of universally assessed fees, will remain at $170 per credit hour effective Fall 2025. “We are committed to our mission of providing accessible, affordable education…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police made an arrest Wednesday night after the second instance of gunfire on the city’s south side. At about 10:20 p.m., officers responded to the 600 block of S. 14th in reference to a shots fired. Upon arrival, officers were told that a fight had occurred and one shot was fired. Two…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 That license plate reminded me of ESPN veteran Chris Berman’s old nickname for outfielder Oddibe McDowell. Anyone else remember when Berman would refer to him as “Oddibe Young Again” McDowell? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,209 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome aboard…
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As I drive around Quincy, I’m so impressed by all the street repair, construction and new development that I see happening here. I have lived in Quincy nearly all my life and cannot remember seen this much activity. To be informed, I regularly watch and listen to the city council meetings online. I recently heard…
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