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Theresa Blair,38, Quincy, for Domestic Battery at 3700 Broadway on 6/4/23. Lodged 107/173 Philip Hooper,49, Quincy, for Disorderly Conduct at 1005 Broadway on 5/25/23. NTA 155 Thomas Spradlin,33, Quincy, for FTA – Operation of Uninsured Motor Vehicle. Lodged 112 Cameron Taylor,51, Quincy, for FTA Poss. Of Meth and Domestic Battery. Lodged 112 Tajmahal L Smith,…
Read Full Article GRIGGSVILLE, Ill. — A Griggsville man is lodged in the Pike County jail in connection with a May 26 incident. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched at 11:58 p.m. May 26 to a residence in the 400 block of South Pearl in Griggsville, regarding a home invasion. After an investigation, it was determined that…
Read Full Article Two arrested in Walmart parking lot in connection to several criminal trespassing cases last weekend
QUINY — A Springfield man and a homeless woman are lodged in the Adams County Jail in connection with criminal activity in Adams County. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department found a U-Haul truck in the Walmart parking lot at 8:30 a.m. Monday, June 5. The truck was believed to be associated with several…
Read Full Article QUINCY— Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker stopped by John Wood Community College Monday afternoon to discuss the state’s recently passed budget and a large increase in Monetary Award Program for higher education. MAP grants, which do not need to be repaid, are available to eligible Illinois residents who attend approved Illinois colleges and demonstrate financial need, based on the information provided…
Read Full Article It’s my first full day with an office at the new Muddy River News Hannibal location. I made coffee, looked around the room and thought, “This is weird. Where is the music?” I’m now wanting to order a Mimi’s Coffehouse soundtrack. I could play my own, but it doesn’t feel right. I thought I locked…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently announced the cast for its upcoming summer production of Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man.” “The Music Man” follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation recently announced Lauren Merritt, executive director of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce, has been selected to participate in the eighth cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads fellowship program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce, economic development…
Read Full Article QUINCY — ENCORE!, the volunteer council of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association, recently announced this year’s recipients of music camp scholarships. The 10 scholarship recipients attending music camps this summer are: This is the 67th year these music camp scholarships have been awarded to students throughout the local area. These scholarships are funded by the…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is offering Sunday Funday specials at the Hannibal Aquatic Center weekly through Aug. 21. Sunday Funday specials are: The Aquatic Center is open 1-6 p.m. daily.
Read Full Article I’m not sure what normal is these days. After the last few weeks we’ve all had, I think we’re all ready for some lazy, hazy summertime fun. But, when duty calls, the Muddy River team will be ready. We want to thank everyone for the kind words you have shared with us regarding our coverage…
Read Full Article WEST PLAINS, Mo. — University of Missouri Extension agronomists in south-central, southwestern and northwestern Missouri have reported sightings of true armyworms. In a press release, Sarah Kenyon, MU Extension agronomy specialist in West Plains, said “Farmers should be scouting pastures, wheat and corn fields for true armyworms to avoid damage. Dusk or dawn is the…
Read Full Article MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks with Carla Green with Edwards Group. Mercantile Bank brings you the Business Spotlight.
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – Ask just about any employee at the Hannibal Public Library what their favorite time of year is, and without delay, they will tell you it’s summer. “We live for summer around here,” Amber Cooley, a director of the summer reading program, said with a smile. “We get to see the kids who…
Read Full Article If you are wondering, all three of today’s underrated groups are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 628 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today we conclude our look at most underrated — or under appreciated — artists of the rock era, with our…
Read Full Article Ella Wiemelt,22, Quincy, for Improper Left Turn at 3rd Lind on 6/2/23. PTC 152 Steven Williams Jr.,26, Quincy, for FTA -Poss. Of Drug Paraphernalia, FTA- Unlicensed, FTA- Retail Theft, and an outstanding Kentucky warrant for Flagrant Non Support. Lodged 160 Myshia Rideout-Kelley,20, Quincy, for FTA – Illegal Transportation of Cannabis. Lodged 136 Vanessa Ozbelent,36, Quincy,…
Read Full Article Like many people around here, I have the “distinct pleasure” of living with a homeowner’s association. Love ’em or hate ’em, these oftentimes frustrating little arrangements do come with a few perks sometimes. One luxury I get for my quarterly tithe In my particular community is access to a small pool every summer. I walked…
Read Full Article It’s hard to believe these singers are now all “old” — like me … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 627 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today we have some fun with the second installment of our most underrated acts of the rock era. Today it’s the females’ turn to take the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Lisa (Ihnen) Surratt, a registered nurse in the intensive care use at Blessing Hospital, retired June 1 after 44 years of service. Losing her mother when Surratt was 8 years old motivated her to become a nurse. Her career began at St. Mary Hospital in Quincy in 1978 after graduating from John Wood…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is announcing its participation in the federally funded Summer Food Service Program, which offers nutritious meals free of charge to children 18 years and under. The meals will be served at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Meals will be available Monday through Friday…
Read Full Article CLARKSVILLE, Mo. — For Linda Blakey, there are three keys to making great chili. In a press release Blakely said, “Fresh spices, lean but marbled meat and patience.” Blakey ought to know. She and her husband, Bill, are overseeing the 29th annual Show Me Missouri State Chili Cook-Off. Raintree Arts Council is the host. The…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Meagan Marie Kramer of Quincy at 12:05 p.m. May 18, 2023.A girl was born to Blake and Amy Ruebush of Pittsfield at 3:28 p.m. May 20, 2023.A boy was born to Randall Moore of Maywood, Mo., and Shilbie Coole of Maywood, Mo., at 9:40 p.m. on May 28,…
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