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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Scott Jones and Teresa Wilhite of Quincy at 2:40 p.m. Mar. 12, 2025.A girl was born to Thomas Edlemon of Chicago and DaNesha Weldon of Quincy at 3:57 a.m. Mar. 17, 2025.A girl was born to Drew and Alexis Burwinkel of Plainville at 12:41 p.m. Mar. 18, 2025.A…
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My political heroes are Ronald Reagan, my Commander in Chief while in the military, and Theodore Roosevelt, “The Man in the Arena.” Their vision and passion for our country is an inspiration to me. They inspired me to love the American political process. To me our elections are the most profound statement of what it…
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QUINCY — Jerry Douglas was given the Legend Award at Wednesday’s meeting of the Quincy School Board in recognition of a career in education that began in 1974. After more than 50 years of making an impact on the lives of students, Douglas took a moment to recognize the people who made an impact on…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Several candidates appearing on the ballot for Hannibal’s next municipal election on April 8 participated in a nearly 2 1/2-hour forum hosted by the Northeast Missouri Conservative Group Monday night at the American Legion. Participants were: Dobson produces document showing Azotea’s sales tax license was revoked After the candidates responded to a…
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Colleen Mary Connell, 83, of Davenport, IA passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Clarissa Cook Hospice House Bettendorf, IA. Cremation will take place with a private burial at Calvary Cemetery in Quincy, IL. Memorials in her name may be made to your favorite children’s charity. Please share condolences with the family at www.rungemortuary.com.…
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I met Cecil Weathers in 2018. He is a good man. Cecil is involved in our community in many, many ways. As I recently heard him recall at a public meeting all of the organizations he volunteers for and is a board member of, he is the right person for our Park Board. Cecil is…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 27, 2025 How could a decade that gave us Al Bundy be anything but great? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,240 of The Daily Dirt 1. When we look back to the 1980s, the first word, I think, that crosses many minds is “big”. Big…
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When Mike Troup ran for mayor four years ago, he promised to prioritize public safety, strengthen Quincy’s economy and improve the city’s infrastructure. In our current culture where political promises are often compromised, broken or totally ignored, Mayor Troup has maintained a steady focus on the needs of Quincy. His administration has operated with transparency…
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Jamie L. Conners, 41, Quincy for Fighting at 11th and Chestnut. NTA 128Carl G. Echternkamp, 74, of Liberty for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Disregard Traffic Control Light at 4th and Broadway. NTA 130Travis Lefever, 50, of Quincy for FTA Agg Batt. 128William J. Anderson, 52, of Quincy for FTA-Possession of Meth. Lodged 124Evelyn J.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal woman who left a child unattended in a house deemed “uninhabitable” by Hannibal police officers has been sentenced to five years of state-supervised probation. Leranie M. Norris, 29, appeared in Marion County Circuit Court on March 17 with Public Defender Christopher Terrell before Judge John Jackson. She pled guilty to…
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CANTON, Mo. — A Canton man, a registered sex offender, was arrested March 20 after he was seen in the pickup line at a school in the Canton R-V School District. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Department received a tip on March 20. Sgt. Devon Willis then began an investigation and verified Charles William Hanley, 34,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Current and prospective members of the Hannibal City Council have expressed repeatedly in the last several days that it will be difficult to find a replacement for City Manager Lisa Peck, who abruptly announced her resignation last week. Their ideal candidate, however, might not have been as difficult to find as they…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal mayoral candidates Darrell McCoy, a former 1st Ward Councilman, and Charlie Phillips, current 4th Ward Councilman, participated in a nearly 2 1/2-hour forum hosted by the Northeast Missouri Conservative Group Monday night at the American Legion. Voters can make their pick between the two April 8 municipal election, with the winner…
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CANTON, Mo. — Hooper Photography and Painted Threads are the hosts of a painting party and photo shoot Friday and Saturday, April 11-12, at Gather Event Venue, 507 Clark, and is open to all area school districts and Class of 2025 seniors. Painting being will be completed on Friday, and photo shoots will be held…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will present a lecture by Quincy resident John Baird at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, on the topic “Artificial Intelligence’s Future: For Better or Worse.” Wikipedia says Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the capability of computational systems to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception and…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College is set to be the host the Illinois Tri-State Regional College Fair from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 27, in the Student Activity Center, 1301 S. 48th. This highly anticipated event provides students, parents and the public with an invaluable opportunity to explore higher education options, connect with…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College (C-SC) will welcome acclaimed author J.E. Stamper as the keynote speaker at its upcoming education mini conference at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 27 in the Alexander Campbell Auditorium. Stamper, the author of “Ugly Me,” will address C-SC students and visiting students from area schools during the event. The description…
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These days, online feedback shapes how people see businesses and media outlets. News portals, in particular, rely on a solid reputation to attract regular readers. When a platform receives negative reviews, it can have a ripple effect on public trust. Why does this happen? Readers often view these comments as honest reactions to how a…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Pavement improvements are scheduled to begin Wednesday on 18 miles of westbound U.S. Route 36 in Marion and Ralls counties, from seven-tenths of a mile west of U.S. Route 61 at Hannibal to a half-mile west of Route Z near Monroe City. This work includes pavement repairs, shoulder improvements, resurfacing and diamond…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: RAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 03/17/2025:Steven R. Grim, Astoria: Struck a deer on US 24/Hazel Dell Road. 03/18/2025:James K. Butler, Mt. Sterling: Struck a deer on US 24/Rest Area. 03/19/2025:Harold S. Comiskey, Versailles was attempting…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — March is the ideal month to plant two of the hardiest and most nutritious vegetables a home gardener can grow easily: cabbage and kale, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Both are attractive in the garden, with colors ranging from pale green through dark blue to deep reddish purple. Flavors…
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SPRINGFIELD — Thousands descended on the Capitol in Springfield Tuesday for the Illinois Pro-Life March. The event, which drew several notable conservatives, was aimed at protesting the state’s abortion laws. “I want to pray in a special way today for members of the Democratic Party that are promoting abortion,” Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki told the…
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I’m all in for Linda Moore. I’m all out and against the current mayor, especially when it comes to public safety. It started when Bernie Vahlkamp was selected chief of the Quincy Fire Department. This was at the beginning of the current mayor’s term. The current mayor didn’t like Vahlkamp getting the job and wasn’t…
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