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Now is a good time to buy a used car, but read BBB’s tips first to avoid pitfalls like subpar vehicles and predatory lending practices. U.S. News & World Report reports May is one of the best months to buy a car because dealers may offer discounts on old inventory after the spring auto show season, especially…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Crossing will hold a trivia contest at 7 p.m. Friday, May 19, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1 Columbus Road, to raise funds to help serve their mission partner, Pan De Visa, and its people of Quito, Ecuador. The event will feature random trivia questions with cash prizes to be…
Read Full Article CAMP POINT, Ill. — Jensen Woods Camp has an opportunity to raise $10,000 for the camp and scholarships for future campers. An anonymous donor, a lover of Jensen Woods Camp who believes every child should have the opportunity to go to camp, has volunteered to match any donations to the camp up to $5,000. People…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Altrusa recently awarded four $1,000 scholarships to students from Adams County for the 2023-24 academic year. These scholarships originated from a fund sponsored by Patricia and Leonard Kramer in May 1998. Recipients of the Patricia and Leonard Kramer Memorial Scholarships are: Traditional: Non-Traditional:
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Blessing Health Hannibal (formerly Hannibal Clinic) recently was awarded a three-year term of accreditation in nuclear medicine as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology. Nuclear medicine is a branch of medical imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material, ingested by the patient, to diagnose and…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD – Illinois would become one of the first states to make so-called crisis pregnancy centers subject to the same consumer fraud standards as car dealerships, retailers and service-based businesses under a bill that will soon head to Gov. JB Pritzker. Upon the measure becoming law, crisis pregnancy centers could be sued under the Illinois…
Read Full Article Ross Wilbur Breckenkamp, age 86, of Quincy, died on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 12:59 pm at Bickford Cottage. Ross was born on February 10, 1937, in Quincy, Illinois, the only child of Wilbur and Margaret Upschulte Breckenkamp. He married Mary Lou Peters on March 2, 1957 in Quincy. She preceded him in death on…
Read Full Article MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Quincy Catholic Charities will be the host of a “Band Together” fundraiser from 4-11 p.m. at The Sportsman’s, 111 N. Capital, in Mount Sterling on Saturday, May 20. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, with food by JR Parn. Providing music for the event will be by Carol Jean…
Read Full Article Make sure that Mother’s Day gifts makes her feel special. She’s your mother, and she’s special … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 608 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Listen up, guys. It’s hard to go wrong with a Mother’s Day gift, but not impossible. For some reason, some guys try to be “practical”…
Read Full Article COLUMBIA, Mo. — It’s time to make the first cutting of hay in Missouri, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Craig Roberts. Waiting too long leads to poor-quality feed for livestock next winter. For best quality, harvest hay in May before seed heads pollinate, says Roberts. Early cutting helps pastures reset for later,…
Read Full Article The Missouri Senate held itself together longer than most had expected. But on Friday, hours before the constitutionally mandated adjournment, it went off the rails. Sen. Bill Eigel, a Weldon Spring Republican running for governor next year, attempted a procedural move to force a vote on personal property tax cut legislation. Instead, the chamber voted…
Read Full Article Twenty minutes before closing time, we were down to one waitress (me). A group of 30 adults breezed through the door like nobody’s business. One guy approached me as I shined the counter. “Are you open?” he asked. “For another 20 minutes,” I replied. “Yep, they’re open!” He turned to the group and waved them…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Mary Weems Barton Quincy Public Library Foundation is announcing its Quincy Public Library online auction, scheduled to run Monday through Saturday, May 15-20. The online auction will feature an extensive selection of items donated by community members, local businesses and library supporters. Participants can to find items ranging from weekend getaways, local business…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Chaddock will be the host of a drive-thru interview event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, in the parking lot of the main campus at 205 S. 24th. Entry-level, daytime, nighttime and degree opportunities are available. Applicants will interview on the spot without leaving their vehicle. Lunch will be…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College students interested in civic engagement opportunities can apply for a new internship provided through a partnership between the college and Tri-State Development. The 12-week internship program will begin in the fall of 2023. The internships are structured to help participants learn more about the process and outcome of economic and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Dr. William Dixon, associate professor and director of Southern Illinois University Family Medicine and Residency Program in Quincy, recently gave a national presentation at the American Academy of Family Physicians Residency Leadership Summit held in Kansas City, Mo. His presentation was titled, “Structured Interviews: How to Recruit Terrific Residents While Advancing Equity.” This…
Read Full Article Kristie Gower, 49, of Quincy for Retail Theft at 5211 Broadway. NTA 122 Ivan K Carter, 43, 612 Sycamore St, FTA Fighting at 530 Broadway St. Lodged 174 Briana L Pearl 911 N 11th for FTA Shoplifting, FTA Failure to Wear Seatbelt & FTA Uninsured at 2600 N 12th Lodged 155 Robert J Fetzer Homeless…
Read Full Article CHICAGO — In 2007, Reginald Lane shot and killed Jwonda Thurston, his pregnant girlfriend. For the murder, he was sentenced to life in prison, following state statute for someone who is found guilty of killing “more than one victim.” On Thursday, the Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments in Lane’s case, specifically around whether Lane was…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is celebrating all mothers on Sunday, May 14 by giving them free admission to The Kroc Center during its operating hours of noon-6 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring mothers to the community center to enjoy the many activities the Kroc Center has…
Read Full Article Meteorologist Brent Clair gets you ready to run…or walk…over the bridges. Hilbing Auto Body brings you MRN Weather with Brent Clair.
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The problem with many plant diseases is once you notice them it’s often too late. That’s especially true with our trees. We often don’t gaze at the canopies of our trees looking for problems. The typical homeowner won’t notice disease or insect damage until visible symptoms surpass 10 percent of the canopy.…
Read Full Article Obviously, I contribute to that total … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 607 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Here’s some food for thought, no pun intended. The following 10 items are the most popular foods in America, according to inthekitchenwithmatt.com: 2. Keeping with the burger theme, who offers the best fast-food…
Read Full Article Frankie, Bobby and Ashley talk about the riverfront, Quincy progress and why it take so long for anything to get done.
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