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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Tracy Family Foundation and Communio are partnering to make an impact on marriages in west central Illinois this fall. Three two-hour informational gatherings for church members or leaders will be held Thursday, Sept. 7 to hear more about the West-Central Illinois Date Night Challenge and to learn how to offer…
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QUINCY — Sometimes it only takes a few months to learn a new skill to land a job or a promotion. That’s why John Wood Community College offers more than 20 certificate programs — many offered fully online — to help students gain skills to meet the specific needs of regional employers. In a press…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently added general surgeon Dr. Eric Butler to its team. Butler earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Fla., and completed his residency at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, N.J. When asked why he chose to specialize in surgery, Butler…
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Dear MRN: On Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 9:30 p.m. while viewing the Perseid meteor shower, we observed a long chain of white lights — about 30 to 40 —moving from the northwest to the southeast. The light chain moved slowly in a “jerky” forward movement, staying in a line but moving in “jumps.” We watched…
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Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips take you to Ipava and what was once Camp Ellis, a POW camp during World War II. Dot Foods brings you Muddy River Gems.
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The more I think about it, the more I am convinced no decade comes close to the 1980s as far as classic comedy films are concerned … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 703 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The 1980s were, perhaps, the finest decade ever for quality comedy films. Here…
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The weather over the past few days has been really nice, especially when compared to the weather we had for all of the Dog Days of Summer. The Dog Days of Summer ended on Friday, Aug. 11. It’s too bad we didn’t get all this much-needed rain in the early spring. The weather is finally…
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Keagen B. Pontecorvo, 23, 2601 Brook South for Stalking and Criminal Trespass to Residence at 2601 Brook South. Lodged 147Allen T. Vaughn, 29, Hannibal, Mo., for FTA Driving While License Suspended, FTA No Insurance Marion Co. warrants for Kidnapping & Domestic Assault at 226 N. 14th. Lodged 174Kayla Hagenbaumer reported a girl’s purple Huffy stolen…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man is in the Adams County Jail after Quincy Police Department received a report that he exposed himself at The Crossing. Police report they arrested Tyrone Davis, 42, of Quincy, at 3:30 p.m. Sunday after allegedly exposing himself in the presence of children The Crossing’s 150 S. 48th location. Davis faces…
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2023-014804, 08/19/2023 @ 00:00:58, 715 Rock St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Noise Complaint Officer Assigned 040 Hoebing, J M Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Female Compl. Unnecessary Noise (Mech) 08/19/2023 Adult Female Involve Unnecessary Noise (Mech) 08/19/2023 Public Narrative Noise Complaint at 715 Rock. 2023-014805, 08/19/2023 @ 00:06:00, 2919 St Marys Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Activity Officer Assigned 022 Benn, D J Entered By C84…
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QUINCY — You might be planning to hire a tutor this school year to keep your child motivated and learning. Many kids can benefit from a tutor to give them extra support in a subject that’s difficult for them or to prepare them for a tough assignment. Your student’s academic needs are unique. A wide…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association kicks off its 2023-2024 concert season on Sept. 15. The HCA has brought a variety of world-class performances to the Hannibal area since 1945. The upcoming season is comprised of a variety of styles and acts with Las Vegas divas, a Karen Carpenter tribute, a British-style brass band,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police Department is partnering with the Illinois State Police and law enforcement across the state to step up efforts to stop impaired driving and help save lives near the end of summer and the busy Labor Day weekend. In a press release, Sgt. Ryan Witt said, “Our first priority is to keep…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Riley Harl and Karissa Johnson of Colusa at 10:25 p.m. Aug. 12, 2023.A girl was born to Ben and Raigan Brown of Carthage at 3:06 p.m. Aug. 13, 2023.A boy was born to Timothy J. and Brittany L. Walmer of Eolia, Mo., at 10:04 a.m. Aug. 14, 2023.A…
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BOLIVAR, Mo. — It’s pretty simple math: Too little grass + too many cows = too little cash. Missouri livestock producers love their cows and never want to sell them, even when grass and water dry up, says University of Missouri Extension agricultural business specialist Wesley Tucker. Instead of culling cows, they will go to…
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MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Quincy Notre Dame Principal Mark McDowell about the start of the school year and QND’s role in the community.
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I gained five pounds just writing this … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 702 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This is the time of year when fast-food chains like to introduce new items to us. These look to be must-try items in the coming weeks: Gold medal: Hardee’s Peaches and Cream…
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Memo: Termination NoticeDate: Aug. 22, 2023 Dear Summer, We regret to inform you that although we have very much appreciated working with you, unfortunately, we are going to have to let you go. When you joined us in June, you were truly a breath of fresh air. Your sunshine brightened our hair, lightly bronzed our…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company and Quincy Medical Group, along with The District, have scheduled a clean-up event for 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 9. Gloves and trash bags will be distributed in Parking Lot I. Volunteers will then head to designated areas in the heart of downtown to pick up litter. All ages are welcome.…
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Communities across Illinois that lack access to nearby stores that sell high quality food may soon see that change. Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed a bill that sets up a program to distribute $20 million for grants and technical assistance for grocery stores as well as funding research into food insecurity. The grants will go to…
Read Full Article Dustin R. Owsley, 33, 419 Kentucky for Violation of Pretrial Release at 1012 Payson. Lodged 185Scott M. Andersen, 31, 1908 W Wilmar for Violation of Order of Protection at 711 S 20th. Lodged 186Dustin R. Owsley, 33, 419 Kentucky for Violation of Pretrial Release, FTA, Violation of Pretrial Release and FTA Dog Running at Large.…
Read Full Article 2023-014716, 08/18/2023 @ 02:04:51, Grand Ave Bird, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 026 Bramlett, M C Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult Female Suspect Drive While Susp/Revoked Cleared by Arrest-Adult 08/18/2023 Suspect Warrant – Out Of State Cleared by Arrest-Adult 08/18/2023 Public Narrative Traffic Stop Bird St / Grand Ave for fail to stop. The driver was arrested for DWR and…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will be the host a special jazz performance, An Evening of Jazz with Samantha Fierke + Trio, at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Fierke last performed in Hannibal in 2019. Hannibal holds a special place in Fierke’s heart. She would come…
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NEW CANTON, Ill. — A New Canton man was arrested Thursday and faces drug and guns charges. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department executed a court-authorized search warrant at 6:34 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17 at a residence located in the 200 block of N. Walnut in New Canton. After the execution of the warrant, methamphetamine, methamphetamine-related…
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