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Many times when people ask me how long Muddy River News has been around and I tell them, they are surprised. “Really? Seems like it’s been around for much longer.” Or something along those lines. So at what point do we become “all grown up”? MRN turns four this week. Of course, we are still…
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QUINCY — An old proverb says, “Give a man a fish, and feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish, and feed him for a lifetime.” There isn’t a phrase that says what happens when families are given a Crock-Pot, fed dinner once a week, sent home with three nights’ worth of dinners…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, April 29, 2025 And concerning squirrels, I vow never to cause one to worry … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,270 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yesterday in this space the discussion was about how much I learned about Illinois following the move westward from Ohio. Well,…
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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. Justin N. Hankins and Tiffany Olivia N. Hankins of Eolia, Mo., sold a residence at 102…
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This article was written in partnership with Heming Sexual Wellness Clinic as part of the Areas of Sexpertise project. QUINCY — In the absence of comprehensive and effective sex education across most of the United States, more and more young people are turning to porn as a form of education. Considering the absence of such…
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QUINCY — Quincy University is the host of its eighth annual Academic Symposium Wednesday through Friday, April 30-May 2 at the Connie Niemann Center for Music, South Auditorium, QU North Campus, 17th and Seminary Road. Students will present their original research from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.…
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Steven Kenneth “Rollo” Carder, age 68, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 in his home. Rollo was born on July 3, 1956 in Quincy, the son of Kenneth F. and Barbara R. Dridos Carder. Rollo was a 1974 graduate of Quincy High School. Over the years, Rollo had been employed by a number…
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QUINCY — The City of Quincy is inviting the public to the swearing in of Linda K. Moore as mayor. The inauguration ceremony will also recognize the newly elected Quincy City Council members and other city officials. The event will take place from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. in Washington Park and is free and open…
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John Thomas “Tom” Gilbert, 83, of Quincy, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Tom was born September 28, 1941, in Quincy, IL to Wayne and Selma (Austin) Gilbert. On June 27, 1970, Tom married the love of his life, Marva Kelley, at Union United Methodist Church in Quincy,…
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QUINCY — St. Francis Solanus School will present “The Enchanted Bookshop” musical at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 2, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, in the St. Francis Solanus school gym, 1720 College. Characters from treasured children’s books will come to life in this song-filled and joyful production directed by Jane Ann…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra Christian Academy Patent/Teacher Organization will hold a fundraiser luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out) on Friday, May 2, at 110 W. Olive. Cost for the meal, consisting of a pork loin sandwich, chips, bottled water and a cookie, is $10. Payment methods to be accepted…
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ADMAS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County 4-H and Illinois 4-H are joining forces to host a pilot program, Ride Right Rally, geared towards educating sixth-grade students about off-road vehicle safety, will be held from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2, at Adams County Fairgrounds, 2010 E. 1250th in Mendon. Students will travel…
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EDINA, Mo. — Thomas P. Redington, an associate circuit judge in Knox County, recently was awarded the Claire McCaskill Award, one of Missouri’s highest honors in the field of treatment courts. The award recognizes leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to helping people in recovery through innovative, compassionate and evidence-based court practices. The Edina Sentinel…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 04/26/2025:Brittney P. Greene, Jacksonville: Struck a deer on Il 99.Alex J. Schenk, Mt. Sterling; was traveling westbound on w. North St. and struck the rear end of a vehicle operated…
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Ethereum is showing signs that its blockchain is falling into disuse. This may explain its falling prices. Yet does this mean a rebound is incoming? We discuss it below. It is not the inherent value of Ether that has worried many over the past months. What is really worrying, is the lack of activity on…
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Troup casts tie-breaking vote in support of giving $350,000 subsidy to library in final act as mayor
QUINCY — Many people in attendance for Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting applauded after Mayor Mike Troup cast the tie-breaking vote to give a $350,000 subsidy from the city to fund the Quincy Public Library. However, at least one alderman wasn’t happy with Troup’s final vote as mayor in his final meeting. “(Troup) chose…
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Aldermen vote to transfer money to pay for Broadway project, extend food and beverage tax until 2030
QUINCY — Before debating funding of the Quincy Public Library and passing the 2025-26 budget, the Quincy City Council had to first take care of two other budgetary issues. First, aldermen voted to transfer $4 million from the city’s $6 million general fund balance to the water and sewage fund to pay for a water…
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QUINCY — Aldermen took time at the end of a 2½-hour Quincy City Council meeting on Monday night to thank three city officials who attended their last regular meeting. Mayor Mike Troup, 3rd Ward aldermen Ken Hultz and 5th Ward alderman Mike Rein will make their last appearances sitting on the horseshoe in City Council chambers at…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Anyone with me on thinking “Nabisco” would be a great name for a son? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,269 of The Daily Dirt. 1. When I moved to Illinois back in 1998, the only real things I knew about the state were:…
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Teri L. Mosby, 62, of Quincy for Driving 11-14 Above Limit and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 15th and State. NTA 128Stephanie Gaither, 36, of Quincy for Adams County warrant Criminal Trespass to Land at 520 Monroe. NTA from ACJ. Lodged 122Alan L. Matticks, 58, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 173Andrew D. Barnard, 30,…
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McHENRY — John Gerend, a Vietnam War veteran from Lake Villa, was exposed to Agent Orange while on duty. Suffering from diseases associated with exposure to the toxic chemical, he said he still considers himself fortunate. “I’ve had some issues with it — diabetes, some heart issues and so on — but there are many…
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