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QUINCY — A proposal from an Omaha, Neb.-based developer to place four restaurants and a gas station/convenience store on a nearly eight-acre lot on the northeast corner of 54th and Broadway must wait three weeks before the Quincy City Council will consider voting on it. However, it’s anybody’s guess how that proposal will change before it is…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved a low bid from Blick’s Construction for $143,413 for the demolition of the sludge dome building on Front Street during Monday’s meeting at the Quincy Regional Training Center. Director of Public Works Jeffrey Conte told aldermen the pump station inside the sludge dome building was built in 1980s,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved a five-year contract for the Western Illinois Veterinary Clinic for $1,040,250 during Monday night’s meeting at the Quincy Regional Training Center after the issue had been tabled for one week. The WIVC will provide essential care, medical attention and the opportunity for adoption to lost, stray and abandoned animals. It…
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I once considered a career as a breakdancer, but decided I enjoyed snacking much, much more … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 988 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Paris Olympics are right around the corner, beginning Friday, July 26. That gives us roughly a month to plan exactly what we…
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CHICAGO – Ed Burke, who served on the Chicago City Council longer than anyone in history, was sentenced to two years in prison Monday for racketeering, bribery and attempted extortion of businesses who did business with the city. He must also pay a $2 million fine. Federal prosecutors had asked for eight years. Burke, 80,…
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QUINCY — Adams County CASA, a program of Advocacy Network for Children, had two new CASA volunteers sworn in — Christina Engle and Chloe Saxbery — by Judge John Wooleyhan on June 4 at the Adams County Courthouse. CASA volunteers are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak up for abused or neglected…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College has named 152 students to the President’s List for the 2024 spring term. The list recognizes the highest achieving students for each major term. To be named to the President’s List, a full-time student must be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours and must earn a perfect grade…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The latest bat census at Sodalis Nature Preserve confirms its place as the country’s most important hibernation spot for Indiana bats, with an estimated 222,129. This is an 8.7 percent increase from the last survey which was conducted in 2022, when researchers documented a total of 204,368 Indiana bats. Every two years,…
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QUINCY — Three incoming students at Quincy University have been awarded the Presidential Scholarship, the most prestigious academic scholarship offered to undergraduate students at QU. The newest recipients are Kayla Flange of Belleville, Mich., Madison Hester of Golden and Grace Welch of Camp Point. “We are delighted to welcome these three accomplished Presidential Scholars to…
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MILAN, Ill. — Summer, for many, it means melon season. According to the UDSA, in 2022, approximately 21.1 pounds of melon was available per U.S. consumer. Of the melons available and enjoyed by consumers, the three most popular melons ranked, in order of availability: watermelon (14.1 pounds), cantaloupe (5.3 pounds), and honeydew (1.6 pounds). A…
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QUINCY — Jimmie and Julie Louthan are leaving the catering business after enjoying back-to-back record years. They have sold JJ’s Catering and Café J, which serves lunch for three hours on weekdays, in the Quincy Development Center at 1400 N. 30th to Nolan Lowe. The Louthans also had a share in the ownership of the Quincy Gems from…
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QUINCY — Jeff DeLonjay’s reasoning for wanting to buy Adams County Speedway was quite simple. “I just want to make sure that track is always there,” DeLonjay said. DeLonjay and his wife, Renee, have purchased the 28.5-acre, .295-mile track and surrounding area from Paul Holtschlag, who had served as either sole or co-owner of the…
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Anyone still have a bottle of “Flame” around the house? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 987 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Think you are aware of just about everything when it comes to fast food? Think again. Consider the following: 2. Did you know (Part 46) 3. Strange as it…
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This past weekend, the Tri-States were fortunate to again have access to world-class entertainment hosted right here in Quincy in your parks. Many thanks to Scott Edlin and his team, and everyone from promotions to tickets to trash pickup, for a job well done. I’m especially proud of the Park District team under Rome Frericks. They moved…
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QUINCY — The first cohort for JWCC’s new Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program signed with their respective companies during a signing ceremony June 20 at the Workforce Development Center. JWCC, in collaboration with the Great River Economic Development Foundation and five founding company partners, launched Illinois’ first FAME chapter in February 2024. “Manufacturing,…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — As summer arrives in the Show-Me State, farm business operators often experience periods of fluctuating labor needs. Seasonal workers, including young people, can offer extra capacity during critical times. In a press release, Ryan Milhollin, University of Missouri Extension agricultural economist and a co-author of MU Extension’s “Missouri Farm Labor Guide,” which…
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Dashawn B. Walker, 20, of Quincy for Vandalism at 820 Lind. NTA 101Abigail A. Stegeman, 21, of 624 York for Improper Lane Usage and DUI at 9th and York. NTA 101Michael J. Waters, 65, of Shipman for Failure to Yield Right of Way at 18th and State. NTA 113Brianna T. Rivera, 26, of 3608 Lindell…
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The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently released a report detailing several arrests made in north Missouri between June 20-23. The report indicates that 19 individuals were arrested during this period. Some of the reasons for these arrests include driving while intoxicated, outstanding warrants, and drug-related offenses. Among the arrests made were: Gavin J. Davis, 19,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The public is invited to a meeting for an update on the planning process for the Riverview Park Master Plan. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 26, in the City Council chambers of City Hall, 320 Broadway. Representatives from Planning Design Studio, the firm completing the master planning…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College recently announced 247 students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2024 spring term. To be named to the Dean’s List, a full-time student must be enrolled for nine or more credit hours and must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. A part-time student must…
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QUINCY — As the summer temperatures soar, the Quincy YMCA has opened its new cooling center ar 3101 Maine designed to provide a safe and comfortable refuge for the community. The cooling center will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. offering a range of amenities to help residents stay cool…
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Hobart G. Chipman passed away in Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois on Friday, June 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. Hobart Glenn Chipman was born at home on May 1, 1933, to Clarence and Leoma (Whitaker) Chipman. Hobart was the third of seven children born to parents of high virtue, who made their home on…
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Ashley Conrad talks to proponents and opponents of using tax incentives to create a new development of restaurants at 54th and Broadway. Proponents are Bret Austin and Ryan Hinkamper. Opponents are Gabe McClean, Trevor Beck and Adam Booth.
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Missouri’s got some work to do to catch up … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 986 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Illinois has eight cities “ranked” — or simply “rank” — when it comes to the 2024’s Dirtiest Cities in America. Lawnstarter.com’s annual rankings grade the 300-plus largest U.S. cities, based…
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