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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 Give or take, he hiccupped 430 million times during his life … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,029 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the most embarrassing occurrences — especially in public — is when a case of the hiccups arrives. Well, for all…
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QUINCY — Citing a lack of tangible progress regarding concrete plans moving forward, the Adams County Board voted to pull back the $200,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding it had previously committed to the Riverfront Development Corporation. The money was to be used in conjunction with a state grant to bury power above-ground Ameren…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Board has approved the first grant allocations from the $1 million set aside for housing out of American Rescue Plan Act dollars. There were 21 applicants for the Growing Residential Opportunities County-Wide (GROW) program and 17 were awarded funds totaling $740,000. The Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF) vetted the…
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PAID PROMOTIONAL Technology has influenced almost every sphere of life positively, and education was not left behind. It is crucial to highlight that each local system of education has noted significant improvements due to the progress in the application of technology. Some of these changes have increased the learning and teaching process. Technology intervention is…
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The dismissal of its bankruptcy case in Florida is not stopping the Gateway Pundit from seeking a continued delay in the defamation case against it by two Georgia poll workers. But the case may be moving ahead soon regardless. In a motion filed Aug. 5 in the St. Louis Circuit Court, lawyers for the Gateway…
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Audrieanna N. Givens, 35, of Canton, Mo., for FTA-Failure to Yield Right of Way at 5th and Spring. Lodged 147Arien N. Clay, 35, 825 N. 6th for Improper Lane Usage. NTA 186Aliyah M. Morrison, 19, 1014 Jersey, for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Operating Motor Vehicle with Suspended registration. NTA 173
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QUINCY — Local nonprofits received $284,311 in grant funding from the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri Tuesday during a presentation at the Knowledge Center at Chaddock. These grants, made possible by 65 permanently endowed charitable funds, will assist local nonprofit organizations dedicated to arts and culture, community betterment, education, health, and…
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Lionel E. Wheeler (Douglas), 70, of Quincy, passed away at 9:30 pm Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Friends and Family are invited to Lionel’s Celebration of Life at a visitation that will be held Friday, August 16, 2024, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in…
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QUINCY — Members of the Quincy Police Department and other law enforcement agencies will be at Texas Roadhouse from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, as they work alongside Texas Roadhouse staff to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Illinois. Customers wishing to participate should leave a donation at their table with all proceeds…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was injured in a motorcycle accident Tuesday morning on Gardner Expressway. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department responded at 7:37 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13, to a traffic crash. They learned a 2020 Dodge Ram truck driven by Jason Keller, 44, of Quincy turned southbound onto Gardner Expressway from S.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council recently recognized several community members with Paragon awards. Winners were presented original pieces by local artist and Alliance Art Gallery member Steve Ryan. Sherri Steinmann was awarded The Ultimate Paragon, the highest award presented, for her dedication to the Hannibal Arts Council as a board member, membership committee…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation will offer a family nature program beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17. The program, called “Bug Out in Becky’s Garden,” will be held in Becky’s Garden at Cardiff Hill Overlook. Hannibal Parks and Recreation’s Interpreter Guide Gale Rublee said the program will be both educational and fun.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The following items have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any of the property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489, and refer to the ID number when calling. First Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Fit & Fresh Insulated Lunch Bag w/Misc Items 7-2-24 15395 Debit Card belonging…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — If you’ve driven along any interstates or highways in Illinois, there’s a good chance you’ve seen tall plants with spiky flower heads. Teasels have become an increasingly common site across Illinois. While they may appear attractive, especially for cut flower arrangements, these troublesome plants can form large colonies that outcompete and choke…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department issued a public health advisory Tuesday morning after a significant increase in reported syphilis cases across Adams County. A press release from Emily Andrews, health education supervisor at the health department, said syphilis can lead to serious health problems. It can be treated at any stage with antibiotics.…
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MRN Publisher J. Robert Gough talks about the company’s mission, growth and focus.
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QUINCY — Every time a different bidder pondered whether to offer another $5,000 for the 13,000 square foot building at 20th and Hampshire, Trina Casburn was quick to counter with another $5,000 more. It was pretty evident during the bidding that the owner of Quincy Storage and Transfer wanted the property, which she got for…
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Think about it, one-third of an acre. Well, I guess anything is dough-able … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,028 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’ve always been fascinated with what is the biggest, oldest, longest, largest or smallest whatever. Well, here are a few things that should help you win…
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As a Republican candidate for mayor, I look forward to comparing and contrasting my vision for the future of Quincy with the Democrat/independent candidate, Linda Moore, and the current administration as the election process unfolds. I look forward to comparing and contrasting my fiscally conservative record, commitment to fixing our city streets and promoting tourism within…
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QUINCY — Corporation Counsel Bruce Alford told the Finance Committee during its Monday meeting at the Quincy Public Library that Adams County wants the City of Quincy to take jurisdiction of the intersection of 48thand State after aldermen voted on April 1 not to contribute $2.6 million to build a roundabout at the intersection. “That’s going…
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QUINCY — Two speakers at Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting in the Quincy Public Library questioned how much city officials wanted to spend on a vehicle and a bulldozer. Ernest Hicks asked about the proposed purchase of a 2025 Kia Sportage from Shottenkirk Kia for $31,593.03 as an Inspection vehicle. “My question is: How…
Read Full Article Carl W. Hancock, 40, Quincy for Criminal Trespass to Real Property at 641 Broadway St. 148Christopher J. Beaver, 41, 1422 State St. for Violation of Order of Protection at 216 Chestnut St. Lodged 148Desiree M. Johnson, 20, Bowen for no insurance and speeding. NTA 111Devin R. Wright, 33, 1602 Granview Dr. for FTA no valid…
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