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Ashley Conrad spends some time with local radio legend Jeff Dorsey talking about his friend, the late Mike Shannon, the former St. Louis Cardinals player and broadcaster who passed away over the weekend. She also gets us ready for Fishing for Freedom with Adam Brocksieck.
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On 4/24/2023 at 7:24 AM a Juvenile from Versailles struck a deer on IL 99 @ 975E. No injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. On 4/26/2023 at 4:56 PM Belinda D. Hill of Mt. Sterling was traveling northbound on Cr 450E and turned onto Cr 1200N leaving the roadway and came…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois State Police Troops 6 and 8 responded to the above area for multiple crashes with injuries. At 10:55 a.m. there was a crash on northbound Interstate 55 at Milepost 76. At the same time, there were numerous crashes on southbound Interstate 55 at Milepost 76. The crashes occurred within a two-mile stretch…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s two newest aldermen said their focus is on “learning the process” after they completed their first meeting Monday night as members of the Quincy City Council. City Clerk Laura Oakman swore in Glen Ebbing (R-5) and Jake Reed (R-6) before Monday’s meeting, officially giving Republicans a 10-4 advantage. Ebbing replaces John Mast,…
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QUINCY — Julie Schuetz’s son received a diagnosis of dyslexia just before the COVID-19 pandemic. She wanted to help him, but she didn’t have access to resources about his disability. “All the schools had shut down,” she said. “That’s when I found out there wasn’t a whole lot of resources for kids.” Taking a sabbatical…
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The following is a paid advertisement. Are you an Illinois homeowner? If so, it’s important that you know the laws which ensure your investment is taken care of. Although it might not be the most exciting topic, understanding laws surrounding homeowners insurane is super important. They help protect your home and wallet from life’s unexpected…
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SPRINGFIELD – A federal judge in East St. Louis issued an order Friday blocking enforcement of Illinois’ ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines until a lawsuit challenging the law is resolved. Judge Stephen P. McGlynn of the Southern District of Illinois said the law known as the Protect Illinois Communities Act is likely to…
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SPRINGFIELD – Medicaid recipients in Illinois should be on the lookout for correspondence from the state regarding their coverage as the normal renewal process resumes for the first time in three years. Medicaid is a health insurance program for low-income and disabled people that is jointly funded by the federal government and the states. Throughout the pandemic,…
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I am writing to share my thoughts regarding Mayor (Mike) Troup’s recent comments to Muddy River News regarding the Police Chief search investigation. While Troup may have some valid points, I believe several key issues have been overlooked and need to be addressed. First, Troup’s comments regarding the whistleblower are concerning. While he may have…
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As a registered nurse for my entire professional life, I can tell you every day working in healthcare is special. But two weeks in May are extra special – National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week. As the person honored to lead the nearly 4,000 members of the Blessing Health team serving residents of west…
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Quincy Medical Group strengthens battle against breast cancer with addition of advanced technologies
QUINCY — Breast cancer affects millions of women around the world. In fact, about one in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. At Quincy Medical Group, women don’t have to face it all by themselves, and they don’t have to endure the anxiety to wait and see what they are facing. With…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary recognized Raymond and Janet Taylor as the volunteers of the year for 2022 at its annual Service Awards luncheon on April 17 at the Hannibal Country Club. Since joining Hannibal Regional Auxiliary, Raymond Taylor has given more than 2,800 hours in service to the auxiliary. He volunteers his time…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man arrested Friday for having sex with a horse appeared in Adams County Circuit Court Monday morning after spending the weekend in the Adams County Jail. Jack R. Blanke, 39, of Quincy is charged with unlawful sexual contact with an animal, a Class 4 felony punishable for between 1 and 3…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Artists from several states will converge on Hannibal and Canton for the River Bluffs Paint Out, a two-day plein air painting event May 6-7. Plein air events invite artists to communities where they capture the community by creating paintings outdoors and on-site. The public is invited to view and buy artwork made each…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Birds Kiwanis Club recently presented a check for $500 to the Hannibal Public Library in support of its recently announced fundraiser to raise $200,000 for the replacement and repair of the roof on the library building. The library is primarily funded through city funds, which are not adequate for major…
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Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll head over to Missouri with friends and family for some paintball fun. Apparently, those little suckers sting!
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Wendy Wiese, a former KMOX radio co-worker of Mike Shannon’s, said Sunday, “Love you always, Mike. Together again.” Wiese was pointing to a photo of Jack Buck and Shannon broadcasting a Cardinals game … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 596 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I was genuinely saddened Sunday when hearing of…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — It wasn’t that long ago when you were arrested across the river, you went to the old Marion County Jail that was used during The Civil War. Although replaced by a newer facility on U.S. 61, the old jail still stands and you can feel the history when you walk into its…
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QUINCY — Quincy Mayor Mike Troup says he has no intention of asking 4th Ward alderman Mike Farha to rejoin the two committees he resigned from earlier this week, saying “his time’s up.” “He showed his true colors,” Troup said after Thursday’s special meeting of the Quincy City Council, during which aldermen passed a $50.29 million…
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While prospective college students await their highly anticipated acceptance letters this spring, they may be starting to think about how they can find financial assistance for their college journey. Some companies offer scholarship opportunities or help finding aid for a fee, but are they really the best option for students? Most scholarship information is free.…
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SPRINGFIELD – Legislation that would tighten anti-bullying protocols in Illinois schools will head to the full state Senate after unanimously passing out of committee this week. House Bill 3425 particularly targets cyberbullying, requiring that schools “make diligent efforts” to notify the parents or guardians of students involved in a bullying incident within 24 hours of the…
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CANTON, Mo. — The residents of Canton recently received news that will lend itself to the future of the town’s own tourist attractiveness. A grant totaling nearly $1 million has made it possible for Canton to begin looking into building a recreation center. City officials applied for a Tourism Enhancement Grant, which helps fund things…
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Bryttney Beatty (18) 309 E York Camp Point, IL for disobeying stop sign at 3rd and Elm. NTA. 122 Evan Paul Schuckman (20) 206 E Center St West Point, IL for failure to yield – private drive at 2501 Broadway. NTA. 101 Paul Wayman (71) 415 S. 4th Quincy, IL for disobeying stop light at…
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