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QUINCY — Edwards Group: Estate Planning and Elder Law has announced its newest office in Quincy, 332 S. 36th, Suite 2, will officially open its doors on Tuesday, June 11. This marks the firm’s third location, demonstrating its commitment to helping more families in Illinois achieve peace of mind through effective estate planning. The firm’s…
Read Full Article Taylor Mayfield, 23, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed.Jakob Griggs, 20, of Quincy for Reg Expired.Amber R. Johnson, 39, Quincy for Fail to Yield. NTA 132Terry A. Morrison, 44, Quincy for No Valid DL and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 113Paul A. Hendrian, 47, of Quincy for Adams County warrant for Possession of Meth…
Read Full Article A state law essentially designed to prevent Republicans from appointing legislative candidates to the ballot after the March primary was ruled unconstitutional by a Sangamon County judge last week, but her ruling only applied to the 14 Republican plaintiffs in the case who are running for the Illinois House and Senate. The law prohibited local…
Read Full Article Many of these 1960s giants of music are still going strong … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 973 of The Daily Dirt. 1. How have our musical tastes changed over the years? Far Out magazine compiled a list of the most popular artists, by decade, based on sales of albums/CDs (or…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Summer is on our doorstep, and the last thing you want is for the air conditioning to stop working in the middle of a sweltering day. Good HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) contractors are in high demand during the summer, so now is a great time to make sure everything is working…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Ronny Ferrel Hannibal Aquatic Center, 1700 Pleasant, opened for the season Saturday, June 1. It is open from 1 to 6 p.m. every day. Emily Hultgren is serving her first year as aquatics director, with Garrett Heaton and Madison Musgrove serving as pool managers. Head lifeguards are Emilia Bates and Nevaeh…
Read Full Article MACOMB, lll. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on May 24 to celebrate the season opening of Glenwood Pool, 1400 N. Randolph. The Glenwood pool, which is open to the public, is provided and operated by the City of Macomb. Concessions, swim lessons, private rentals and…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Future elementary teachers earning their degrees at Culver-Stockton College are receiving evidence-based literacy instruction focused on the science of reading. Undergrad students completing their literacy coursework are being trained in Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) Vol. 1. The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is funding…
Read Full Article Bring back “The Big Hurt”. Please … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 972 of The Daily Dirt. 1. So … just how bad are Chicago White Sox? They have the chance to be historically bad, that’s how bad. Heading into their weekend series against Boston, the Chisox were on pace to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The College for Life (CFL) program at John Wood Community College will offer a summer mini-session July 22-25 from 9 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. at JWCC’s Quincy campus at 48th and Harrison. CFL programs are specifically designed for high school and college-aged students with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Cost for each class is…
Read Full Article MILAN, Ill. — The other day, I had the opportunity to chaperone a school group at a local state park. While on the field trip, a volunteer-led the students on a nature hike through the woodlands. At one point during the hike, the group leader grabbed a handful of two plants to share with the…
Read Full Article 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. Frank D. Smith and Dawn M. Smith of Pittsfield sold a residence at 1403 Rodgers in…
Read Full Article Tyshaia T. Smith, 318 Maiden Ln., Apt 213, for Trespassing at QHA Indian Hills. NTA 121Kiara E. Cramsey, 19, 549 Hwy. 57 for Theft of Mislaid Property at 2000 Broadway St. on 06/03/2024. NTA 104Brandon L. Ott, 31, 629 Oak St. for Criminal Trespass at 619 Oak St. NTA 169Kenneth Newland, 46, Quincy for Parole…
Read Full Article Virgil D. Mittelberg, age 92, of Quincy, died Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at 8:57 pm in Good Samaritan Home. Virgil was born June 24, 1931 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Lester H. and Ethel Mae Shriver Mittelberg. He married Aleen Hagerbaumer on April 25, 1952 at Salem Church in Quincy. She survives. Virgil was…
Read Full Article A bill eliminating the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities failed to pass the General Assembly ahead of its May adjournment, although sponsors say they hope to pass it when lawmakers return in the fall. The federal Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 established minimum wage law, but created an exemption for businesses, rehabilitation and residential care…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — The monthly fish fry held by VFW Post 11041, 316 S. Main, will be serving from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 7. Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for children Items on the menu will be catfish fillets, VFW spuds, baked beans, cole slaw, cornbread, dessert and drink.
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Volunteers are needed beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday to help maintain existing trails and build a new trail at the Sodalis Nature Preserve. The work project is being organized by Martin Meyer. Volunteers should meet at the shelter at Sodalis Nature Preserve. They should bring things such as shovels, rakes, hoes, loppers,…
Read Full Article Justice Lisa Holder White and the Illinois Supreme Court announced on Thursday the assignment of Seventh Circuit Judge Raylene DeWitte Grischow to the Fourth District Appellate Court. “Judge Raylene DeWitte Grischow will make an outstanding addition to the Appellate Court,” Holder White said in a press release. “She is an accomplished, hardworking, community-minded person who…
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