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COLUMBIA, Mo. — April is National Gardening Month and a good time to plant a garden, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. For those who lacked the motivation in the past to garden, consider the following benefits of this popular pastime. Economic. Vegetable gardening is an excellent way to save on the family…
Read Full Article Former ComEd executive turned government informant Fidel Marquez called his ex-boss a “close” and “personal friend,” then detailed how she funneled hundreds of thousands of dollars to associates of former House Speaker Michael Madigan to stay on his winning side. The government’s star witness took the stand at the ComEd bribery trial on Monday as prosecutors presented FBI recordings…
Read Full Article Joseph M Lindsay (24) of Quincy, arrested for Criminal Damage Under $500 at 1005 Broadway. NTA 109 Zackery L Schneider-Morales (20) of Quincy, arrested for Domestic Battery and Endangering the Life of a Child in the 3400 block of College. Lodged 154 Jordan T Peterson (33) of Quincy, arrested for Aggravated Domestic Battery and Battery…
Read Full Article 2023-005135, 03/26/2023 @ 00:24:58, 1812 Chestnut St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Female Suspect Domestic Assault 4th Degree Pending Investigation 03/26/2023Adult Male Victim Domestic Assault 4th Degree 03/26/2023 Public Narrative Domestic disturbance was reported at 1812 Chestnut St. 2023-005136, 03/26/2023 @ 00:32:51, 1243 Church St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Complaint Officer…
Read Full Article One of the most controversial non pharmacologic interventions (also known as NPIs) during the COVID pandemic was the recommendation by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — and oftentimes ensuing local mandate — of masking to decrease the spread and infection of the SARS COVID-19 virus. Our community was told it was necessary for the…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — The theatre department at Culver-Stockton College will present a production of “9 to 5 The Musical” March 30-April 2 in the Mabee Foundation Little Theatre in the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts Center. Based on the 1980 hit movie, “9 to 5 The Musical” was written by Patricia Resnick with music and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s Heath Center Art Gallery is featuring artwork by JWCC students during the 11th annual Student Show and Sell through May 5. In a press release, JWCC gallery curator Jenna Seaborn said, “The Show and Sell Art Show provides students experience in showing their art and insight on pricing their…
Read Full Article Meteorologist Brent Clair says we may be in for some stormy weather this week. Hilbing Autobody sponsors our weather updates.
Read Full Article PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Saukee Nation recently presented the Pittsfield High School Drama Club with a $4,500 donation. The Drama Club couldn’t put on their show in 2020, even though all of the items had been bought for the production. Last year’s show was done on a condensed schedule as well. This donation should help get…
Read Full Article Dear Fellow Union Member and Resident of Quincy Public School District, We are honored to write to you on behalf of the QF union groups in Quincy Public School District. Our councils have enthusiastically decided to support the following candidates for school board: Shelley Arns, James Whitfield, Curtis H. Sethaler, and Latonya Brock. Our schools…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Noon Kiwanis will be the host of the 27th annual Bids for Kids charity auction at noon on Thursday, March 30. The entire auction takes place online and runs through 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 2. Bidders can register for free at bidsforkids.auction and be participating in minutes after a quick…
Read Full Article CENTER, Mo. — When Jan Golian’s husband died of a heart attack in the middle of harvest season in 2004, friends and family helped her get the crop in and the cattle sold. Her husband had always been the caretaker of the farm while she worked as a school librarian and teacher. She knew farm…
Read Full Article The name is Bond, James Bond. And I like my Mountain Dew shaken, not stirred … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 564 of The Daily Dirt 1. Maybe, just maybe we are nearing the end of what has basically been a six-year search. Media — and bookmakers — from around the…
Read Full Article Christin Dillion,50, Quincy, for FTA Poss. Of Meth. Lodged 178 Ciara Cole,22, Quincy, for FTA Fighting X2. Lodged 112 Alysia Chestnut,38, Quincy, for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 112 Mohamed Belhajjam (45) Beardstown Il for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at Expressway & Jefferson NTA 161 Gretchen D Goewey (29) 1243 Vermont for DUI, Aggravated Battery, Resisting a Peace…
Read Full Article 2023-005077, 03/25/2023 @ 01:46:35, 30 Shawnee Trl , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Disturbance – In Progress Officer Assigned 045 Bergman, C M Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Female Compl. Domestic (No Crime) 03/25/2023Adult Female Involve Domestic (No Crime) 03/25/2023 Public Narrative Disturbance in progress repoted at 30 Shawnee Trl. 2023-005078, 03/25/2023 @ 02:28:39, 2112 Spruce St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Assist EMS Officer Assigned 022 Benn,…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois House narrowly passed a bill Thursday that would allow businesses, universities and other building owners to designate multi-occupancy all-gender bathrooms if they choose to do so. The bill passed on a vote of 60-40, the bare minimum number of “yes” votes needed for passage in the 118-member House, after the presiding…
Read Full Article While there’s still a slight chill in the air, many families are already planning what their children will do over the summer. Summer camp is a great way for your kids to have new experiences and make friends in a safe environment. Choosing a summer camp can be a source of anxiety for parents. After…
Read Full Article The April 4 election may seem unimportant with no mayoral race and few contested alderman races, but one of the most important roles in our community is that of a board member for the Quincy Public Schools. We have the opportunity to continue exemplary service to our community by the three board members willing to…
Read Full Article Could you imagine the TV ratings for the first-round series between the Seibu Lions and the Yankees, or the Yomiuri Giants and the Dodgers? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 563 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Bring the two division winners from Japan’s 12-team Nippon Professional Baseball Organization into the MLB playoffs?…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — An event for the gals and their pals, the Great Girlfriend Getaway dedicates an entire weekend to fun on April 28-30 in downtown Hannibal. Activities and events include: Friday, April 28 Saturday, April 29 Sunday, April 30 Stop by the GGG headquarters at Java Jive for totes, tickets, swag and the schedule…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Palmyra VFW Post 11041 is selling tickets for a raffle to be held in conjunction with a fish fry at the VFW hall on July 7. First prize is a Henry Golden Boy .22 lever-action rifle. Second prize is a small cedar chest by Max Schaefer, and third prize is a framed…
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