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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…
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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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UPDATE 8/15: Subject is in custody. David E. Hill Jr., 34, last known address in the 700 block of S. Seventh Street in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated battery. Hill is 6 foot tall and weighs 165 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional…
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BARRY, Ill. — A Barry man is in the Pike County Jail facing aggravated battery and armed violence charges. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched at 7:06 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10, to a residence in the 1000 block of Mortimer Street in Barry regarding a stabbing incident. It was reported the victim had left…
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Funeral services for Ronnie Eugene Cragen, 72, of Perry, will be 3:00 PM Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the Perry Christian Church with pastor Leanne Reed officiating. Burial will follow in the Lick Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 PM until the time of the service at the church. Bienhoff Funeral Home is…
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QUINCY — When Linda Moore retired from her position as city treasurer on Dec. 31, she was prepared to volunteer and support her favorite causes. Then she watched the presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump on June 27. “It was a debacle. It was embarrassing,” Moore said. “I’m having a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is filling the fall 2024 class of the Citizen Police Academy, a 10-week course held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays. Classes will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 14, and run through Wednesday, Oct. 16. A graduation banquet held after the academy. This course is free of charge. It…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Alliance for Youth Success (HAYS) is helping Hannibal Public School district families get on board for the new school year through its second back-to-school fair. HAYS, an organization of the Hannibal Public School District, is the United Way of the Mark Twain Area’s Community Impact Agency that will be highlighted throughout…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University’s annual Booster Night (formerly known as Booster Banquet) will feature acclaimed singer-songwriter and author Andrew Peterson at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, in the Roland Fine Arts Center. Peterson, known for his soulful music and captivating storytelling, will be performing a selection of his popular songs along with sharing…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Jonathan and Laura Nash of Quincy at 5:56 p.m. July 31, 2024.Twin girls were born to Karl and Heather Peter of Mendon at 8:24 a.m. and 8:25 a.m. Aug. 1, 2024.A boy was born to Wacey Gehring and Kelsey Gilker of Quincy at 8:53 a.m. Aug. 2, 2024.A…
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MILAN, Ill. — The time of year is nearing when the pawpaw (Asimina triloba) fruit will ripen and those lucky enough to have access to the fruit (and beat the wildlife to the ripened fruit) will enjoy a once-a-year delicacy. Those who have never been able to enjoy the fruit have time to search for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Preservation Commission voted unanimously last week to continue its review of a resubmitted application to make St. Boniface Church, 641 Maine, a local landmark despite a request from the Diocese of Springfield for the commission to determine that further consideration of the application is “not warranted.” An application for landmark status…
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QUINCY — For the first time in nearly 80 years, you can’t listen to Quincy High School or Quincy Notre Dame sports on your radio (if you still have one of those). Muddy River News learned last week that WTAD-AM, one of five local radio stations owned by STARadio Corporation, has dropped its high school…
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Never underestimate the power of suspenders … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,027 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve reached a certain age — let’s say in your 60s or early 70s — how many of the following things have you found yourself saying more and more? 2. Did you…
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Walking into Total Wine stores in Missouri this summer, it was impossible not to see the display for hemp-derived THC infused beverages. Total Wine, the country’s largest liquor retailer, set the tone for the alcohol industry in June when it began carrying the products at its seven Missouri stores. “It has been amazing for us,”…
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A recent flurry of editorials has been written on the dire state of our students’ reading proficiency in Quincy Public Schools (QPS), which raises the question: Who should be held accountable for only 20 percent of our third-grade students meeting proficiency standards in reading? It is important to highlight that all parties involved are good people, yet this literacy crisis…
Read Full Article Lori L. Viar, 51, Liberty for Stealing at 5211 Broadway St. and FTA Contempt of Court. Lodged 179Shawn M. Schelby, 42, Carthage for DWLS at N. 14th St and Broadway St. 169Austin G. Cox, 27, 1512 Madison St. for Improper Display of Registration at S. 14th St. and VanBuren St. 151Trista J. Anderson, 36, 619…
Read Full Article Carl W. Hancock, 40, Hannibal, Mo., for Criminal Trespass at 1005 Broadway St. 134Brianna M. Janssen, 22, Golden for TOF Aggravated Battery at 1005 Broadway St. Lodged 148Justin E. Pearson, 36, 1625 Spring for Unlawful Possession of Cannabis/Driver at 3rd & Riverview. 147/112Stephanie M. Love, 22, 119 Stadium Dr. for No Valid Driver’s License at…
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