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QUINCY — Appointments are available for a no-cost cholesterol screening on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. The screening requires at 12-hour fast. It measures HDL and LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose levels. Appointments are required and available between 7 and 9 a.m. on Feb. 27. Make an appointment by…
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MRN Editor David Adam recently sat down with Quincy Mayor Mike Troup and his challenger in the Feb. 25 GOP Quincy mayoral primary, former alderman Dan Brink. Both men talked about their vision for Quincy’s future.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Alliance Art Gallery will be exhibiting the work of art by students from Hannibal-LaGrange University and Culver-Stockton University during February. An opening reception was held Feb. 8. The gallery is pleased to be presenting the extraordinary talent that is being developed by two of the college art programs in the region.…
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Gov. JB Pritzker has “revised” his remarks about not raising taxes to balance the budget. “It’s very important that we live within our means in this state, and that we not resort to tax increases as a way to, you know, to balance the budget,” Pritzker said on January 30. Last week, when I asked…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A nature program focusing on the importance of Missouri’s geology, “The Earth Beneath Our Feet,” will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, in the City Council chambers of City Hall, 320 Broadway. The fascinating geology of Missouri, with a special focus on the Hannibal region, along with the ancient forces…
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HERMITAGE, Mo. — Frost-seeding legumes now can pay big dividends later, says University of Missouri Extension field specialist in agronomy Terry Halleran. Frost-seeding is a low-cost method of broadcasting legumes over frozen ground into an existing pasture. Legumes offer many benefits but require proper management, says Halleran. Legumes add diversity to fescue pastures and improve…
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Meet Indigo, a 7-year-old Shih Tzu with a heart as sweet as his fluffy face! This adorable little guy is a bundle of joy, always ready for snuggles, belly rubs, and the occasional walk around the block. Indigo is in perfect health, microchipped for his safety, neutered, and up to date on all his yearly…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Supreme Court ruled on Jan. 29 to deny a petition by Tim Bliefnick, a Quincy man convicted of murdering his estranged wife in February 2023, for leave to appeal the Nov. 8 judgment of the Appellate Court, Fourth Judicial District. Bliefnick’s appeal was one of 153 cases that were on the…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Feb. 10, 2025 The best overall love song from today’s 10 features titles might be the one from George Strait … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,198 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Now that the Super Bowl is in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to move on…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Carl Shurtleff and Katheryn Shurtleff of Reagan, Tenn., sold a residence and lot at 1590 White…
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QUINCY — Three Quincy Fire Department engines were called to a structure fire in a single-family residence at 607 N. Eighth at 4:27 p.m. Sunday. Engine Companies No. 2, No. 4 and No. 6 and the Incident Commander responded. Upon arrival, firefighters found a large amount of smoke coming from the second floor and attic…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinics recently announced the addition of Candice Murrell-Cannon to its behavioral health team. She has 25 years of experience in mental health and counseling. Cannon is a board-certified counselor specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and substance use disorders. She serves patients aged 12 and older, including geriatrics, and is dedicated…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) recently announced that it has awarded 10 students with a scholarship through the DEWEY (Developing an Educator Workforce that Expands Yearly) awards program. These scholarships were made possible by a prestigious grant funded by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to support HLGU’s ongoing efforts to recruit and…
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CANTON, Mo. — Andrew D. Walsh, professor of religion and philosophy at Culver-Stockton College, has been recognized for his contribution to The Routledge Handbook of Politics and Religion in Contemporary America, a comprehensive volume that explores the intersection of politics and religion in contemporary society. The book, edited by Jeffrey Hayes and leading scholars in…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025 The post-victory Gatorade bath has become as much of a Super Bowl tradition as the game itself … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,197 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the most popular Super Bowl events to capture a football nation’s interest is…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently released the names of students named to the President’s List for the Fall 2024 semester. Requirements of the President’s List are as follows: The following students were named to the President’s List for fall 2024:
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pike County (Ill.) Endowment Fund with the Community Foundation has been offered the opportunity to grow by up to $50,000 through a dollar-for-dollar matching donation challenge. If successful, the Pike County Endowment Fund will reach a balance of $250,000 – generating and sustaining $10,000 in grants annually. Through the “Double Down…
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Michael L. Widmer, 59, Loda for Max Vehicle Height at N. 12th St. and Seminary Rd. 145John F. Koetters, 55, Quincy for Failure to Report Accident at Bill Klingner Trail. 145James D. Stapp, 31, Quincy for DWLR at N. 18th St. and Locust St. 145Brandon Hamilton, 24, Liberty for Operating Uninsured and Expired Registration at…
Read Full Article Marie Sprinkle, 53, Mendon for Expired Reg. 186Braydon Bier, 21, Quincy for Speeding. 181Adam Gun, 38, Quincy for DWLS and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle.Laterrica Cole, 21, 531 Lind for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 148Georgie I. Harris, 23, 632 Spruce for FTA Possession of Meth. Lodged 120Quinton A. Bradshaw, 23, 520 Locust for Suspended Registration & Operating…
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BAYLIS, Ill. — Plans are underway for a livestock judging clinic for youths on Saturday, Feb. 15, at the John Wood Community College Agricultural Education Center, 37803 Illinois 104, in Baylis. Registration will begin at 9 a.m., with the clinic to be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The clinic, hosted by University of Illinois…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Northeast Coalition for Roadway Safety is offering grant funding to local schools that hold student lock-in events for Project Prom or high school graduation. Eligibility requirements include hosting a presentation or activity educating students on highway safety issues. Many highway safety programs are available at no cost to schools. A complete…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025 That 1940 championship game must have been a hoot … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,196 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Believe it or not, there WAS pro football prior to the Super Bowl era. That fact often gets lost at this time of…
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CLARKSVILLE, Mo. — Donna Grote has not performed on Broadway, but she’s doing a concert filled with tunes that have been. Grote and Raintree Arts Council will present “A Salute to Broadway” at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, at The Apple Shed in Clarksville. Tickets will be available at the door at $10 for adults…
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