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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. Richard E. Ingram and Susan J. Ingram Trust of Mount Sterling sold a lot at 1574…
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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in June is a good time for older adults and their loved ones to take extra safeguards against scams and fraud. Older adults, especially those living with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, can be more susceptible to scams. Scam awareness is a complex mental task, and it’s harder for those who have a condition that…
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QUINCY — Patients undergoing a lung biopsy for possible cancer at Blessing Hospital are having their procedure done using the latest technological advancement. Blessing offers the Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscopy system. Blessing is the only hospital in the region offering this technology, made by the same company that developed the renowned da Vinci robotic surgery system.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Members of the Hannibal Early Birds Kiwanis Club provided volunteers to help with the annual “Ride Cool” event on June 3 and sponsored by the Hannibal Clinic. The club has provided assistance for this event since its inception. The event was held on the parking lot of the Hannibal Clinic with members of…
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QUINCY — The June Second Tuesday of the Month program at the Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries program will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. June 13. The program includes, crafts, speakers and fellowship. Seating is limited so reservations are appreciated. All events are held at the CWM location, 522 S. Eighth. For more information…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues its popular creative project series, Art Adventures, beginning at 5:15 p.m. Friday, June 16, at The Orchard, 2200 Palmyra Road. Art Adventures are designed for kids K-5th grade. Participation fees includes all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. Jungle Tangle is a special “on location” adventure on…
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HILLSBORO, Mo. — During drought, proper watering can help plants survive dry spells, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Debi Kelly. Kelly gives 10 tips to help your plants survive lack of precipitation. Kelly recommends against watering edible plants with water caught in rain barrels, which can contain contaminants from roofing materials and birds. Use…
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QUINCY — Legislation introduced by Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias aims to protect the privacy and safety of people seeking abortion care by restricting the use of license plate readers. House Bill 3326, which passed the Illinois General Assembly last month, awaits Gov. JB Pritzker’s consideration. Illinois would be the first state to prohibit…
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I wonder what they would call a lot of Eighinger’s? You’ll understand when you reach thought No. 2 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 632 of The Daily Dirt. 1. They often teach us life lessons. And in many cases, they still do. We have always felt like they’re our best…
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QUINCY — Miss Quincy Shelby Rose won two competitions on Friday at the Miss Illinois pageant in Marion, Ill. Rose, 19, a daughter of Mark and Melissa Rose of Quincy, won a $500 Women in Business scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to candidate who has declared a business major or is actively involved in the field of…
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QUINCY — A Camp Point woman was sentenced Friday morning to 48 months of probation and 180 days in the Adams County Jail for her involvement in a February 2022 criminal sexual assault case. Judge Tad Brenner said he had lost sleep while determining what to do with the case and made his ruling with…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Heartland Towing and Recovery is celebrating 25 years in Hannibal with a birthday party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 4015 Market. A bounce house and a rotator swing from the back of a tow truck will be available. Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served for lunch. A…
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QUINCY — The Mississippi Valley Historic Auto Club is sponsoring its 55th annual car show from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, June 11, on the grounds of the Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine. The show is open to the public. There is no charge for admission to the car show. The Quincy Museum will have lunch available and…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, June 9, 2023 And on another subject, Dead Heads can celebrate — see thought No. 2 about this one … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 631 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s funny how we can take certain things for granted, something as simple and accepted as the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal City Council members unanimously voted Tuesday not to retain Angel Zerbonia as city clerk. The vote was taken during a closed session meeting on Tuesday after the regularly scheduled City Council meeting. Zerbonia had been on paid administrative leave since November 2022 and under investigation by an independent third party since…
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QUINCY — Join Arts Quincy at Jackson-Lincoln Swimming Complex from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, to kick off summer with a celebration featuring art activities, a meal, health information and a showing of the Disney movie “Encanto.” The evening will open at 6 p.m. Blessing Heath System will begin to serve “walking tacos” for…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins will have a work day from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 10, in the Log Cabin Village on Quinsippi Island. Plans are to install a gravel border around the 1828 Fraser Log Cabin. Water and snacks will be provided to volunteers mid-morning. All volunteers are welcome, even…
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TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: On 05/15/2023 at 5:31 AM Tonya M. Wiltermood of Huntsville struck a deer on IL 99 @ CR 1750N Ave. There were no injuries reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. On 05/26/2023 at 2:06 AM, Eric Steven Abbott of Camp Point struck a deer on IL 99. There were no…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — “In Flanders fields the poppies blow / Between the crosses, row on row …. ” So begins “In Flanders Fields,” written in 1915 by John McCrae, a Canadian poet and military physician. In a press release, University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein said, “The hauntingly eloquent words of McCrae helped to…
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QUINCY — A Texas man who is the founder of Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn will speak Friday night in Father McGivney Hall at the Knights of Columbus, 700 S. 36th, about the process for achieving a city ordinance that would call for prohibiting abortions in Quincy, a move that would be in direct conflict with state…
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Not potholes, but actual living on the streets, or on the sidewalks. Or the parks. As summer approaches, the homeless become more visible. But nearly two years after the closing of the Welcome Inn, what progress has been made to alleviate the problem? What will the housing study that’s being conducted tell us?
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A week into Pride month, Gov. Mike Parson signed legislation banning minors from beginning gender-affirming care and limiting sports participation for transgender athletes. In a press release announcing his decision to sign the bills, Parson said he supports every person’s right to “his or her own pursuit of happiness.” However, he continued,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – A $15 million tax credit project will include the renovation of Hannibal’s old St. Elizabeth’s Hospital into 60 apartments for seniors and building six single-family homes on donated lots. Partners for the project are NECAC, NeighborWorks America, City of Hannibal and 3 Diamond Development of Lincolnwood, Ill. Additional funding sources may be…
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