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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Wild and Wacky Art Adventure, a free art festival for kids ages 3 to 10 and their families, will be held from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Aug. 5 in Hannibal’s Central Park, Fourth and Broadway. This year’s theme is “Dinosaurs Galore.” The Hannibal Arts Council will be partnering with many Hannibal…
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QUINCY — THEJohn Wood Community College Board of Trustees heard a promising report about the potential for future enrollment during its regular meeting Wednesday. Dave Hetzler, dean of career and technical education, provided a special report to the Board that showed the College’s JDub Academy experienced a 48 percent increase in enrollment from the previous…
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QUINCY — The American Heart Association recently recognized Blessing Hospital for being among the nation’s leading providers of stroke care. The hospital earned the AHA’s Get With the Guidelines Gold level recognition for third consecutive year. Blessing received a Gold Plus Award for meeting or exceeding national core standard levels of care in the treatment…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club is presenting a live video talk at 7 p.m. Thursday July 27, in room D022/023 at John Wood Community College. Learn how Quincy native Beth Buck worked to expand our understanding of the universe. She will focus on space exploration using satellites and robotic spacecraft. Her talk will include…
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COLUMBIA, Mo.— Drought. You’re either in it, preparing for it or recovering from it. That’s how University of Missouri Extension specialists describe the sentiments of farm families facing yet another year of uncertainty. In a press release, Rob Kallenbach, associate dean of the MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, said Missouri stands at…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, July 27, 2023 These are absolutely some of the worst baby names in the history of the free world ... Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 679 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s no secret that we here at The Daily Dirt love unusual names, be it for sports…
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MENDON, Ill. — Morgan Widmer’s smile told the story of her accomplishment. But the dress she was wearing chronicled something much closer to her heart. Moments after the 19-year-old Widmer was crowned the 58th Adams County fair queen Wednesday night, she detailed what was the absolute perfect accent to the title she had just won.…
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Ashley and Brittany said it was perfect day to spend at the opening day of the Adams County Fair (and get their Barbie on). They give you a preview of what’s happening over the next week.
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Timothy D. Miller (55), Augusta, IL, for Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 8th and Oak St. NTA 147 Stacee M. Wilkins (27) of 3202 Harrison for Adams Co warrant Possession of Methamphetamine at 1240 Broadway. Lodged 266 Sean A. Robertson (27) Homeless for Adams County FTA-Resisting a Peace Officer, FTA-Possession of Meth,…
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2023-013272, 07/25/2023 @ 00:42:18, Broadway 20th, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C104 Sheehan, V C Adult Female Involve Information 07/25/2023Adult Male Compl. Information 07/25/2023 Public Narrative Information reported on Broadway. 2023-013273, 07/25/2023 @ 01:56:52, 7135 Veterans Rd , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Animal At Large Officer Assigned 076 Munday, D L Entered By C104 Sheehan, V C Adult Male Compl. Dog At Large 07/25/2023 …
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SHELBINA, Mo. — An opportunity to establish a charitable endowment fund for Shelby County and receive a $15,000 matching gift was announced Wednesday by community leaders at Hawkins Theater in Shelbina. The Shelby County Endowment Fund, held at the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri, will serve as a permanent source of…
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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. Mitchel Drew Lammers of Quincy sold a residence at 1619 W. Granview Drive in Quincy to…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Producers in northeast Missouri can hear crop and forage updates from University of Missouri Extension specialists at a free event in August. The MU Extension Crop and Forage Chat will be 9-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 11, at the Shawn Kiefaber/Kenny Lovelace Farm, one mile west of Palmyra, off U.S. 61 on County…
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QUINCY — During a June 28 Zoom meeting to discuss mold problems in the 84,000-square-foot Adams County Courthouse, Larry Schwartz of SafeStart Environmental gave his conclusions about the April testing his company conducted to the 125 people who participated online. “The real hard facts are, right now, knowing what I know, and I can’t say I’m absolutely…
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Ashley talks to Quincy Family YMCA Sports Director Garth Salisbury about some new fall sports programs and then Brittany slides in for Coffee Talk about the pending cashless society.
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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA concluded its 2023 annual campaign by raising $230,000. In a press release, Rick Shover, CEO of the Quincy Family YMCA, said, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our donors who graciously contributed to this year’s annual campaign. Your generosity empowers us to make a meaningful difference and…
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I can remember when we thought $100,000 was an outrageous amount to pay an athlete ... Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 678 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Admittedly, not much surprises me these days when it comes to pro sports contracts. But this one made me do a double-take. For those who…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Board of Trustees recently appointed Ralph Oakley, a 1980 graduate, as the chair of the board. Oakley assumes the board chair position held by Delmer Mitchell since 2018. Mitchell has served on the board in some capacity since 2011 and will remain on the board as a member. Mitchell’s accomplishments include…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Troy Cleasen and Alyssa Mallie of Mendon at 10:40 a.m. July 15, 2023.A girl was born to Josh Ahern and Christen McClelland of Quincy at 8:52 a.m. July 16, 2023.A boy was born to Kaythiese Fitch and Yari Johnson of Quincy at 3:25 a.m. July 18, 2023.A girl…
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07/13/2023: Kristen E. Wagner, Mt. Sterling: Struck a deer on Il 99. Damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00 and no injuries were reported. TRAFFIC CITATIONS: 07/17/2023: Dalton G. Woodward, Astoria: Speeding 70/55 MPH Zone 07/18/2023: Hannah M. Brown, Griggsville: No Valid Registration.Juvenile from Astoria: Speeding 75/55 MPH Zone. 07/19/2023: Aivery W. Stuart, Mt. Sterling: Speeding…
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PAID ADVERTISEMENT Over the past six months, the pet industry has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation, driven by an increasing focus on pet health and well-being. Pet owners around the nation have been investing more in premium pet supplies, particularly in the categories of pet food, pet treats, and pet toys. 1. Premiumization of Pet…
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MENDON, Ill. — The 81st Adams County Fair gets underway Wednesday and it’s going to be a hot one. With temperatures expected to broach 100 for the next couple of days, fair goers should stay hydrated with plenty of water and maybe a lemon shake up. Horse judging starts this morning and the new Miss…
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