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In a 2-1 ruling Friday, a federal appeals court ruled that Illinois’ assault weapon ban does not violate the U.S. Constitution, setting up a likely appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. “The Second Amendment to the Constitution recognizes an individual right to ‘keep and bear Arms.’ Of that there can be no doubt,” the majority opinion began,…
Read Full Article Ashley M. Courtois, 31, of Quincy for FTA – Poss of Meth at 212 Chestnut St. Lodged. 112Marilyn J. Gabriel, 65, of Quincy for Disobey Stop Sign at 16th & Washington St. NTA. 178/112A blue Murray Proflex mountain bike was recovered at 1857 Maple St. on 10/22/23.Ryan P. Mortiz, 25, of Quincy for Speeding at…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Emily Hultgren, aquatics director and recreation supervisor for Hannibal Parks and Recreation, recently earned certifications as aquatic facility operator and American Red Cross lifeguard instruction. As an aquatic facility operator, Hultgren passed tests to prove comprehension of all basic design, mechanical and operational concepts involved in the functioning of an institutional/commercial swimming…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Nov. 2 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois-Macomb at 1522 E. Carroll. The retail store and donation center helps fund community outreach, job preparation, veterans’ services and youth programs in the Macomb…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army’s Kroc Center was the site for the first combined graduation ceremony for the Adams County problem-solving courts, which provide opportunities for repeat offenders to address the root cause of their criminal activity. People who qualify are screened and placed in one of three tracts — Drug Court, Mental Health Court…
Read Full Article MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The 33rd annual Brown County Deer Classic, a fundraiser for St. Mary School in Mount Sterling, is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 11. The Classic is presented by Quincy Farm and Home Supply. The show will feature the giveaway of more than 100 guns, an E-Bike, 3 carat diamond earrings, hunting excursions,…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal-LaGrange University board of trustees met on campus for its annual fall meeting on Oct. 13. Highlights from the meeting were: President Matz shared four strategic initiatives as HLGU strives to continue to grow for the future. In a press release, Mark Anderson, chairman of the trustees, said, “We had an…
Read Full Article Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 774 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Earlier this year, the International Commission of Professional Excellence in Fitness (ICEF) released a list of what it felt represented history’s 10 best athletes. Take a look, see what you think: 2. Here’s a little ditty I found on Facebook this…
Read Full Article William R. Carter, 26, of Quincy for an original Adams Co. arrest warrant for Poss of Meth at 5th & Broadway. Lodged. 112Christopher R. Baldwin, 38, of Quincy for FTA – Open Liquor in Vehicle. Lodged. 120Christina M. Stephens, 63, of Quincy for Speeding at Kochs Ln. & Oakbrook. NTA. 122Angela E. Smith, 36, of…
Read Full Article In the past few days, we saw the first killing freeze of the year. Many of you have picked your last tomato and other vegetables this past weekend. The flowers will quit blooming too. However, many days of decent weather are ahead for you to be doing many projects outside. You can start thinking about…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Oct. 20 to celebrate the five-year anniversary of The Crafty Coop, LLC, 206 N. Lafayette. Owner Laci Todd set out to provide a cozy studio with a relaxed atmosphere where customers can gather to create and share…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health patients can now make a payment by phone, any day at any time, using an automated payment system. With the statement to be paid in hand, patients should: The automated payment option is available to all patients at any Blessing facility. Blessing continues to offer online payment at blessinghealth.org/billpay, payment by…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Music Lingua Quincy will hold its second St. Martin Lantern Walk from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, at 2435 Maine. The free walk will allow those attending to learn about St. Martin and a German tradition. Traditional German treats will be available after the walk for $5. Also offered will…
Read Full Article QUINCY – The Quincy Public Schools Foundation hosted its 11th Annual Night to Dream Big Gala at the Ambiance in Quincy as part of the Dream Big Annual Campaign fundraiser Friday. The evening included many highlights, including Shawn Sparrow being announced as the 2023 Dream Big Staff Choice Award winner. Shawn Sparrow is the…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently was awarded a $371,286 grant from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to further the college’s commitment to campus safety. The funding is made possible through the DOJ’s Office of Violence Against Women Fiscal Year 2023 Grants to Reduce Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking on Campus. According to…
Read Full Article And never, ever mess with Chuck Norris … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 773 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We can never get enough of those crazy laws that are still on the books in some states. Here are the latest and the greatest: 2. More on the man, the myth,…
Read Full Article Ray C. Shortridge, 96, of Quincy, passed away at 8:59 am Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Bickford Cottages in Quincy, IL. Friends and Family are invited to Ray’s Life Celebration at a visitation that will be Tuesday, November 7, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy, IL. There…
Read Full Article PAID PROMOTION Mount Sterling, Ill. — In 1994, when Aaron Littig finished high school, all he wanted to do was keep playing basketball. “At that point in time, I wouldn’t say that academics or education was a big focus in my life,” he said. He found a home at John Wood Community College. “It’s not…
Read Full Article It was a hot Sunday afternoon a few summers ago. My windows down, praise music blaring, and I was rolling around town with a few hours to myself. A good day was ahead. Until I noticed lights in my rearview mirror. Idling on the side of the road, I tried to think of a good…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church will hold its annual fall craft show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at the church, 3600 Payson Road. The craft show, which has been held for more than 35 years, will include more than 30 local vendors exhibiting their craft items, a silent auction,…
Read Full Article Devin D. Bassett, 34, 523 1/2 N. 6th St., Trespassing at 600 Harrison Dr. NTA 121James R. Williams, 49, 1823 Horseshoe Valley Dr., Open Liquor in Vehicle at 1100 Quinsippi Island. NTA 101Harley D. Foster, 30, Quincy, FTA Trespassing at 131 N. 4th St. Lodged 109Amanda N. Wyckoff, 44, 629 Woodbridge Dr., FTA Criminal Damage…
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