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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal voters chose Barry Louderman as the Hannibal Mayor Elect by a margin of 238 votes on Tuesday. Louderman had a total of 1,484 votes in Ralls and Marion County. Candidate Kristy Trevathan had 1,246 votes and Steve Colyar had 25 votes. In an interview following his victory, Louderman said he is…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Oct. 1-31, 2023. Natasha Joyce Miller, 31, of Quincy and Kyle Craig Capaccioli, 33, of Quincy filed Oct. 4, 2023.Keith Michael Long, 34, of Canton, Mo., and Megan Marie Derr, 26, of Canton, Mo., filed Oct. 4, 2023.Jessica Jean Dierker, 33, of Quincy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club recently donated $200 to the Hannibal Police Department’s 43rd annual Halloween party. Each child received free candy along with a free meal of a hot dog on a bun, chips and beverage. The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club meets from 7 to 8 a.m. Thursdays at the…
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QUINCY — In celebration of Veterans Day, Quincy University’s School of Humanities and History Department will honor veterans with a presentation by Wendell Mauter, professor emeritus of history, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, in Francis Hall, Room 334, on QU’s main campus, 1800 College. The presentation, “The Allies’ Allies: How Allied Nations Helped the…
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QUINCY — The familiar sights and sounds of red kettles and bells will soon return as The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command begins its first days of fundraising for its Christmas campaign in Quincy on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10-11. Kettles will resume full-time for the season on Friday, Nov. 17, in Quincy and Hannibal…
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Ashley talks to some Blessing Hospital nurses about Hospice care and then Sarah Stevens gets us ready for Horizon’s annual Charcuterie for Community event.
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 Fast-food prices are continuing to rise. Can you say $18 Big Mac meal? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 775 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Are those trips to McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s becoming more frustrating by the day? “If you think that fast…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved an ordinance for an $8.5 million loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency for needed work to upgrade water plant equipment, some of which has been in use by the city since the 1950’s. “That’s one of the things that keeps me up at night, thinking about that water…
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CHICAGO — A three-day hearing before the Illinois Courts Commission for Eighth Judicial Circuit Judge Robert Adrian is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday in the Michael A. Bilandic Building, 160 N. LaSalle. Cook County Circuit Court Judge Lewis Nixon picked this week for the trial during a video conference in April. Adrian found Drew Clinton,…
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CHICAGO — Life is much simpler these days for Cameron Vaughan. She’s now living in Joplin, Mo., near her grandmother, Dorothy Shutter. She has moved in with her boyfriend, Matthew Sharp, and together they take care of a cat and a Husky dog. When she visits the grocery store, goes to dinner or works her…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – On Tuesday Hannibal voters will head to the polls to decide on only two issues. The Nov. 7 election will not only decide who will replace and finish the term of former Mayor James Hark who resigned in June, but voters will also decide if the city manager will be required to…
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QUINCY — Horizons Social Services, 224 S. Eighth, will celebrate its 15th anniversary from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8. Horizons Social Services is a beacon of hope, providing essential services and support to people and families in need. The organization’s unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of community…
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QUINCY — Three men were arrested Sunday night and face burglary charges. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday to a residence in the 4300 block of North Bottom Road. Multiple suspects were identified after surveillance footage was reviewed. Deputies later conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle…
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Annaleesa L. Montes, 22, of 9603 Rock Quarry Rd. for DWLS and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 5th and York. NTA 176Kaleb A. Ulrich, 24, Homeless for FTA- Poss of Controlled Substance at 510 Jersey. Lodged 120Eric A. Stockhecke, 63, of 1028 Catherine Dr. for FTA-Criminal Damage at his residence. Lodged 176Sharon K. Riley, 75,…
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John Wood Community College held its formal ceremony to welcome Bryan Renfro as the school’s president late last week. Here are his remarks.
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently received a $70,000 award from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The Developing an Educator Workforce that Expands Yearly (DEWEY) Award is given to higher learning institutions working to increase the number of teacher candidates and strengthen retention in teacher preparation programs. The DEWEY awards provide $70,000…
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QUINCY — The second “Grateful for American Greats” benefit and concert will be Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Corinthian Event Center. The event will celebrate local heroes and show appreciation for their service with live entertainment, food and guest speakers. The headlining act is No Fences, a tribute band to country music icon Garth Brooks.…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, in observance of Veterans Day and will reopen on Monday, Nov. 13, for regular business hours. Central Services will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10. However, garbage and yard waste pick-up will take place on Friday. Quincy Transit Lines will operate on its…
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FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Cameron J. Coulter White Male 30 YEARS OF AGE 7/19/93 6’01” TALL 170 LBS Brown Hair Brown Eyes LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 900 BLOCK OF HAMPSHIRE ST, QUINCY, IL COULTER IS WANTED BY THE ADAMS COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – Students from the Hannibal School District went home extra warm over the weekend. Members of the American Legion Riders of Post 55 in Hannibal kicked off a day of giving at Stowell Elementary’s Friday morning assembly by passing out several of the nearly 1,800 pairs of gloves and hats they collected for…
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And what album would YOU pick to have a desert island? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 774 of The Daily Dirt. 1. OK, we’re on day two of this Daylight Savings Time crap, and my world feels like it has been turned upside down. What time did it get dark…
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Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips head to Camp Point to show off the beautiful Windsong Acres. Owners Jeff and Shelly Rasche have renovated one of Illinois’ most beautiful and unique show barns, the 1912 Show Barn and kick up your heels at a genuine barn dance. Dot Foods sponsors Muddy River Gems.
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pike County Highway Building, 1101 Lakeview Heights, is available through an online auction. Pike County Sheriff David Greenwood invites interested parties to participate through Roup, which allows the Pike County Sheriff’s Office to streamline the process and make properties more accessible and convenient for both buyers and sellers. Online auctions provide…
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