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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently signed a teach-out agreement with Fontbonne University, a private university in St. Louis that will close at the end of the summer of 2025. The contract offers Fontbonne students a seamless transfer process to Culver-Stockton College to finish their studies. Additional information regarding this agreement, links to applications and to…
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Heather Betts, 48, of Bowling Green, Mo., for Speeding. 147Rhonda Jones, 64, of Milton for Speeding. 147Amy Kientzle, 61, of Quincy for Speeding. 147Nicholas E. Dellar, 26, of Quincy for TOF – Domestic Battery in the 600 block of Harrison Dr. Lodged 132/185Nicholas E. Dellar, 26, of Quincy for FTA – Retail Theft located in…
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John Joseph Feeney, known affectionately as John, passed away peacefully at his home in Quincy, IL, on March 18, 2024. Born on May 22, 1977, in Davenport, IA, John’s life was marked by unwavering dedication to his family, a spirited sense of humor, and a loving heart that touched all who knew him. John was…
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Judith A. Iler, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, in Quincy, IL, at the age of 82. Born on November 27, 1941, in Muscatine, IA, Judith was the beloved daughter of John Edgar and Mabel Gertrude (Davis) Frame. Her warmth, dedication, and joyful spirit left a lasting…
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Birthday Blessings, a Missouri nonprofit that provides resources to local foster kids, is holding their annual Birthday Bash Campaign April 1-5. During this time, an anonymous donor will match funds up to a total of $5000. Their campaign goal is to raise $15,000. The nonprofit has a variety of programs targeted at meeting the physical…
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QUINCY – Both the Adams County State’s Attorney’s Office and Quincy Police Department have released statements regarding the January shooting where QPD officer Gabe VanderMaiden used deadly force against a civilian who was found to be under the influence of narcotics. VanderMaiden, a QPD officer who had been on duty for less than six months,…
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Our framing of immigrants at our southern border seems to be missing something. Compassion. Rather than demonizing, perhaps we could empathize. To paraphrase President Franklin D. Roosevelt, “We should remember that we all are descendants of immigrants …” And to quote Bishop Michael Barber SJ of the Diocese of Oakland in California, who worked with immigrants…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A public meeting regarding the April 2 ballot measure “Proposition S” will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. at the at the American Legion Hall, 3819 Hwy MM in Hannibal. Larry Craig, treasurer of the Concerned Citizens for Stormwater Campaign Committee (SWAC), said the meeting will allow voters to receive detailed…
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KINDERHOOK, Ill. — Western Junior High School will be the host of an Amazing Shake competition, a contest that emphasizes teaching students manners, discipline, respect and professional conduct, on Friday, March 22. Through the Amazing Shake, a competition originally created by the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Ga., students are introduced to the nuances of…
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QUINCY — Arts Quincy is partnering with the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce to organize this year’s Dogwood royalty event. This year’s theme is “May the Fourth Be with You: The Power of Community.” A Little King and Queen (ages 7-10 years old) and a Prince and Princess (ages 4-6 years old) will be crowned.…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College criminal justice students will honor fallen heroes for the seventh consecutive year during its Fallen Officer Project, culminating with a memorial walk to be held in the Mabee Center Gymnasium from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 6. Participants can walk while paying tribute to law enforcement officers and…
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QUINCY — The 28th annual Bids for Kids online charity auction, hosted by Quincy Noon Kiwanis, begins at noon on Thursday, March 21 and runs through 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 24. Bidders can register for free at bidsforkids.auction and participate in minutes after a quick email verification. The auction includes more than 250 unique…
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TROY, Mo. — Soils are much drier now than they were at the start of last year’s planting season, says University of Missouri Extension climatologist Zachary Leasor. Despite gains in December and January, soil moisture sits below average for most of the state, Leasor says. Soil moisture plays an important role in the upper part…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 20, 2024 The most startling of today’s birthday wishes deals with Diana Ross. I cannot believe the lady will be 80 years old later this week … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 897 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s a movie hitting the theaters May 3 titled…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal’s bowling alley may soon open again after Hannibal City Council closed it on March 5 due to an expired business license. James Baum, who took over Hannibal’s Ten Pin Alley and renamed it Baum Family Center in January, appeared before the Hannibal City Council on Tuesday night. Baum told the council…
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QUINCY — The Quincy High School production of New Faces is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21 and Friday, March 22 and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday March 23rd in the QHS theatre, 3322 Maine Street. Started in 1955 by QHS band director Dan Perrino, the 69th edition of this annual variety show…
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QUINCY – Former Quincy mayor Kyle Moore won all five counties that make up the 99th District in the Illinois House of Representatives and easily defeated Eric Snellgrove of Beardstown in Tuesday’s Republican Primary. Moore, who is currently the president of the Great River Economic Development Foundation, won the five county district with 73.5 percent…
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QUINCY – Three incumbent Republican members of the Adams County Board who had contested races in Tuesday’s primary each came away with wins. In County Board District 2, incumbent Mark Sorenson defeated Douglas Kendrick 281-167. In District 3, incumbent Dave Bellis held off a challenge by James Fisher 425-377. In District 7, incumbent Brent Fischer…
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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. Central State Bank of Pleasant Hill sold a commercial property at 100 S. Main in Payson…
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I was listening to NPR recently about Feb. 29 and the Hanke-Henry Calendar Idea. The coming of spring on March 19 as well as Easter on March 31 compels me to offer this opinion. Back in the 16th Century, Pope Gregory VIII brought forth what would become known as the Gregorian Calendar to better deal with the earth’s relationship to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council is looking for art submissions created by area artists representing the “This Land Is Your Land theme” such as landscapes of America, a place you have traveled, your backyard, a great landscape from the area, natural landmarks of America you have visited and vistas from national parks. Paintings,…
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QUINCY — What started out as a routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a Quincy man on multiple charges. Gerald C. Schmidt, Jr., 61, of 1204 N. 8th, was stopped in his pickup at U.S. 24 at N. 5th just after noon Monday. According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Schmidt refused to…
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