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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal/Monroe City native Kaylee Buckman was named as 104th Missouri state Jaycee president on Jan. 18 at the Missouri Jaycee winter state meeting in the Lake of the Ozarks. Buckman, a member of the Hannibal Jaycees since 2017, has served as a board member, Missouri Region 2 director and Missouri state vice…
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When it comes to applying to colleges or scholarships, you’ll often encounter the terms personal statement and essay. While they may seem interchangeable, each serves a unique purpose in showcasing your personality, achievements, and aspirations. Understanding their differences can significantly enhance the quality of your application. If you’re unsure about where to start, services like…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Hancock County Historical Society has a book available for purchase that highlights many Hancock County barns from 1830-1940 with photos and descriptions. Submitters shared memories and recollections along with these photos for the book title “Farm Barns and Structures.” Some of these barns are no longer standing structures. The 2023 derecho…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — As cold weather sets in, we often find ourselves retreating indoors where it is warm. However, our landscape plants can’t do this, and during times of extreme cold, like this recent cold snap, we may find ourselves wondering how our plants will fare. How do plants prepare for cold weather? As the…
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Step inside 166 N. 18th Street here in Quincy. You know the one…with the stone lions and grand stone arch in the front. See Quincy and Muddy RIver TV presents Muddy TV Cribs where we get an inside look into peoples’ houses. In this episode, we tour the home of William J Maier and Michael A…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Jan. 27, 2025 I would say the over/under for Taylor Swift camera shots is probably eight … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,186 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sure, the main storyline we’re going to hear about between now and the Super Bowl is the Kansas City…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — One former councilman, one current councilman and a political newcomer have filed the paperwork to run for mayor in the non-partisan general election on April 8 — former 1st Ward councilman Darrell McCoy, current 4th Ward councilman Charles Phillips and Jeremy Fogle. The winner of the election will replace Barry Louderman, who opted not…
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I am politically voiceless. I am voiceless because I am a Democrat in Illinois’s 15th Congressional District. The State of Illinois, run by Democrats, has gerrymandered me into a district where my representative, Mary Miller, is not likely to take my views seriously. She will not do that because if she does, she will be…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Catholic elementary schools are gearing up to celebrate Catholic Schools Week this week. This annual tradition, established in 1974, highlights the value of Catholic education in nurturing minds, fostering faith and contributing to the church, community and nation. The week will begin when students and faculty gather virtually to say the rosary…
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Meet Sissy, a sweet and cuddly 3.5-year-old tabby with gorgeous green eyes! This lovely lady is as charming as she is beautiful, with soft fur and a playful spirit. Sissy is spayed and up-to-date on all her shots, so she’s all set for a happy and healthy life. Whether she’s curling up for a cozy…
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Cassandra K. Bower, 33, Paloma for retail theft at 5211 Broadway. NTA 151John S. Chenoweth, 49, Quincy was arrested on a warrant for domestic battery in the 600 block of VanBuren. Lodged.113Melissa L. Mangham, 49, Quincy was arrested on a warrant for FTA nuisance abatement in the 600 block of VanBuren. Lodged 113Lee D. Caldwell,…
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CHICAGO – Federal prosecutors continued their closing arguments Wednesday in the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, accusing the longtime Democratic powerbroker of using Chicago Ald. Danny Solis’ positions of power “to gain private benefits.” Read more: In closing arguments, prosecutor alleges Madigan was driven by ‘power and profit’ It was Madigan’s out-of-the-blue…
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Board of Education is encouraging local school districts to adopt clear policies spelling out how and when their staff should cooperate with federal immigration officials carrying out enforcement actions or seeking information from school officials. The “non-regulatory guidance” on immigration enforcement actions was issued Wednesday, Jan. 22, two days after…
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COATSBURG, Ill. — A Hannibal man suffered moderate injuries in a Sunday morning crash near the intersection of U.S. 24 and E. 2000th Street east of Coatsburg. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department reported Chase Folweiler, 27, of Hannibal, Mo., was traveling eastbound in a 2004 Mercury Sedan on U.S. 24 at 8:39 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 26,…
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QUINCY — People interested in improving their careers and themselves are invited to attend the Blessing Health Career and Support Fair on Thursday, Jan. 30, in the Blessing Hospital Auditorium in the main lobby between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. The event is free to attend. No registration is required. The Blessing Career and Support Fair…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s fourth concert of its 2024-2025 concert season is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. The production is a USO-style show titled Letters From Home with a mission to honor veterans, celebrate people and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will be presenting an in-person lecture by Mike Nobis at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at John Wood Community College in room D022/D023 on the lower north-end of Building D in the rear. The public is invited. The presentation will focus on constellations and how to identify them.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The application for nonprofit organizations providing human services in Lewis, Marion, Monroe, Ralls and Shelby counties in northeast Missouri is now open to apply to become a United Way Community Impact Agency. United Way annually invites area nonprofits to apply for this status. United Way identifies organizations through the Community Impact application…
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LINNEUS, Mo. — Adding diversity to a pasture can make it more productive than growing tall fescue alone. Diversity can also aid in reducing or diluting the effects of fescue toxicity, improve nutritive value of forage, increase weight gain and enhance soil health, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Carson Roberts. One way…
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MRN’s J. Robert Gough sits down with the new chairman of the Adams County Republican Central Committee to talk about President Trump, refereeing squabbles within the party and why the party has dominated local politics for more than a decade.
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 I think Denzel Washington might have gotten shortchanged a bit … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,186 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered who the most popular people ever might be, at least according to Americans? There’s a market research-based company…
Read Full Article John W. Francis, 26, 633 Jefferson St. for FTA Theft at 1000 S. 8th St. Lodged 145Christopher M. Robinson, 35, 506 S. 8th for Pike Co. FTA Violation of Court Order. Lodged 113James M. Merdith Jr., 31, Homeless for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 120Crayton M. Rost, 37, 808 N. 8th for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 147Kelvin A.…
Read Full Article Carlos Albarran Paredes, 29, Quincy for DUI and No Valid DL.Amy N. Miller, 27, 2314 N. 12th for FTA- Fighting. Lodged 136Jonathan L Probasco, 38, 1110 Jersey for FTA Driving While License Revoked. Lodged 108Patricia R. Baker, 29, 704 Country Club Heights for Suspended Registration. 124Brandyn P. Baker, 35, 1639 1/2 Locust for FTA Fighting.…
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