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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A grant from the George H. Riedel Foundation will help provide tools used to build new homes for low-income residents of Hannibal. The Mark Twain Area Habitat for Humanity has been awarded a $5,000 matching grant to buy the tools volunteers will use on upcoming projects, including the construction of its latest…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Area String Orchestra will present its annual spring concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 30, in the Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road. The orchestra will capture the magic of movie music with 11 selections of songs that span many decades. The beginning orchestra will play the bold theme…
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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois is one of just 12 states that still has a state estate tax, and State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is sponsoring legislation to eliminate that tax and keep Illinois competitive with the 38 other states in the nation. Senate Bill 140 amends the Illinois Estate and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Act to eliminate the state…
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Don O’Brien of the Better Business Bureau is back to talk with Ashley Conrad about the scammers, scoundrels and scumbags who try to take your money.
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QUINCY — Quincy Catholic Charities will be the host of its annual Band Together fundraiser at The Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Drive, on Sunday, April 30. The event will start at noon. Food and drinks will be available for purchase with food provided by All Puckered Up. Providing music will be Logan Kammerer from noon-2 p.m.…
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It’s still hard to believe Tom Cruise continues to do most of his own stunts at age 60. Long live Ethan Hunt! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 589 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re getting closer to the prime movie season of each year — the summer. Some studios have…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Homeowners are seeking lawns that are considered more sustainable than conventional lawns. I often get questions regarding eco-lawns or no-mow lawns, which are great options for certain situations. However, if you have kids, or pets, or intend to use your lawn, it is recommended we stick to a more traditional lawn approach.…
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Dear MRN, Any word on what’s going on at the old Wright’s Auto Parts property on North 24th? The place is looking good, and they continue to work. The former Wright’s Auto and Tractor Parts, a 3.32-acre property at 2024 N. 24th, was sold for $375,000, according to property tax documents filed in the Adams…
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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. Charles L. Bethard and Tracy D. Bethard of Chouteau, Okla., sold a residence at 1010 Rhapsody…
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QUINCY – The 10th annual Dream Big in Color Run on Saturday, April 22, welcomed more than 700 runners and raised a record-breaking $41,119 for Quincy Public Schools. The fundraiser, sponsored by the Quincy Public Schools Foundation in partnership with QHS Leadership students, raised money for the foundation, which provides financial support for creative teaching and key areas in…
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Dameian J Powell (31) of Quincy, arrested for Trespassing at 531 Lind. NTA 178 Marcus A Washington (23) of Quincy, arrested for FTA Fighting at Operate and Uninsured Vehicle at 12th and Chestnut. Lodged 174/112 Marcus A Washington (23) of Quincy, arrested for Domestic Battery from an incident in the 1100 block of State. Lodged…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, April 23, 2023 Bob Saget may have hit the nail on the head … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 588 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Is it just me or do Sundays always have a special feel about them? It’s the dawn of a new week, while…
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SPRINGFIELD – The state estimates an expansion of state-sponsored health care to individuals who are ineligible for Medicaid based on their citizenship status is expected to cost $990 million in the upcoming fiscal year, far outpacing the original price tag cited when the measures became law. In 2020, Illinois made noncitizens aged 65 and older…
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If your basement is leaking or suffering from foundation issues, it could lead to flooding or water damage after spring storms. BBB has tips to help you find a quality contractor for your basement. Spring weather in the Midwest can be all over the map, and it typically involves a lot of rain. Because the…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s 11th annual student “Show and Sell” spring exhibit in the Heath Center Art Gallery is open until May 5. This year’s show features pieces of artwork submitted by nine JWCC students. Judges were Lydia and Tim O’Neal and Jamie Green. Judging criteria included the overall impression of the artwork,…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Cancer Center’s radiation oncology department recently earned reaccreditation from the American College of Radiation Oncology. ACRO ensures the highest quality care for radiation therapy patients and promotes success in the practice of radiation oncology. Accreditation is a voluntary process in which professional peers identify standards of a quality radiation oncology practice,…
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QUINCY — Great River Autism Connection, of the Quincy Medical Group Foundation, will be the host of its annual Acceptance and Awareness Walk and Event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, at Upper Moorman Park. The walk will start at 11 a.m. with activities to follow. Food and refreshments will be…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The key fundraiser for Shine a Light on Autism will resume this year after a two-year absence due to the pandemic. The Challenger Climb will be held from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, April 29, and will begin at the base of the lighthouse. The climb goes up the lighthouse steps, circles Cardiff Hill…
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COLUMBIA, Mo — Sometimes, gardeners take the “if some is good, more must be better” approach, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Justin Keay. But it’s possible to shower your garden with too much love in the form of fertilizer, manure and compost. More fertilizer and organic matter won’t necessarily produce more flowers or produce,…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Luke Craig with Craig Industries. The Quincy company specializes in manufacturing high-quality insulated building panels for use in a wide variety of industries, utilizing computerized design and manufacturing processes to achieve precision quality products.
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Illinois is in its fourth year of legal cannabis, and it’s meant millions in revenue for the state. But where do those tax dollars end up? Four places. Here’s the breakdown. Administrative expenses: This refers to costs for the agencies that carry out state cannabis laws. Reinvestment: Restore Reinvest Renew (R3) grant funds are designated for Illinois communities that have been affected…
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I sucked in a breath three years ago and submitted my first ever column to our local newspaper. I was just offered a regular Friday spot, and it was a dream come true. Long before I was married or had kids of my own, I ran across my mom’s books written by Erma Bombeck. Her…
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QUINCY — The Gem City Breakfast Kiwanis Club Foundation provides grant money to benefit youths and/or youths and adults working together for the betterment of the community. Grant money is to provide enrichment of educational values, creative activities, cultural awareness, physical wellness and/or community service. The Breakfast Kiwanis Club is a member of Kiwanis International,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group is offering a new treatment option for thyroid gland nodules called thyroid radiofrequency ablation. This non-surgical procedure shrinks the nodules, often without compromising thyroid function, and helps patients avoid long recovery times. Thyroid gland nodules are growths or lumps that develop in the thyroid gland. Although relatively common, nodules in…
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