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URBANA/CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Experts at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine have created a comprehensive website to help beef cattle producers implement on-farm biosecurity measures. “Biosecurity” refers to farm management practices to prevent disease introduction or spread on farms. An outbreak of a foreign animal disease (i.e., one not currently found in the…
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QUINCY — Families often experience challenging circumstances such as divorce and adoption that can leave a lasting impact on children. Hobby Horse House has provided support to those families for more than 20 years. Hobby Horse House is a non-profit child welfare agency stationed in Jacksonville, but it provides services to 33 counties, including Adams…
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Douglas Bristow, 57, of Pittsfield for Improper Lane Usage, PTC 104 Carter L Kramer, 20, 328 Maple St, FTA Possession of Tobacco, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Curfew. Lodged 168 Chaunessi G Cano (20) 619 Harrison Dr for Aggravated Discharge of Firearm and Possession of Firearm by Felon at 619 Harrison Dr Lodged 145 Jennafer…
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2023-004023, 03/08/2023 @ 01:11:21, 100 Chloe Place 12, Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned 022 Benn, D J Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Compl. 911 Hang Up 03/08/2023Adult Female Involve 911 Hang Up 03/08/2023 Public Narrative 911 Hang up 100 Chloe Pl Apt 12. 2023-004024, 03/08/2023 @ 07:23:30, Sodalis Bear Creek Trl, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Park Patrol- Sodalis Officer Assigned 072 Ledbetter, T…
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QUINCY — Sarah Vordtriede-Patton has been hired as the provost and vice president for academic affairs at Quincy University. She will assume the role on July 1, 2023. Teresa Reed, the current vice president for academic affairs, is retiring at the end of this academic year. Vordtriede-Patton has 30 years of experience in higher education, ranging from…
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Ashley Conrad thanks MRN Editor David Adam for filling in for Bob Gough (who makes a special guest appearance), then visits with Anne Vestal with Clarity Healthcare and Emily Hendrickson with the Adams County Health Department to talk about Medicaid enrollment assistance.
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I am greatly disappointed and angry with the City of Quincy. On Sept. 7, 2022, I attended the forum on recycling at City Hall. I voiced my concerns about discontinuing the curbside recycling program. Using three drop-off sites discriminates against the handicapped, the elderly and those without transportation. It was laughingly suggested by someone at…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — EMBRACE Children and Families will hold its second annual masquerade ball beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 11, at the American Legion, 3819 Highway MM. Money raised during the event is used to provide essentials such as clothing, bedding, cribs, dressers and financial assistance. Last year’s gala raised more than $10,000. EMBRACE…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 9, 2023 While Serena and Steffi would likely kill me with one of their serves, Ronda Rousey could do the same with one of her punches. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 547 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We continue our Women’s History Month special today. This…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The March/April Art For The Health Of It exhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council’s satellite gallery within the Hannibal Clinic features works by Hannibal artist Pat Kerns. Kerns is fascinated with ordinary objects, especially those with age and character. She tries to show the beauty of these places and things and does…
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QUINCY — A Quincy woman and a teenage male were taken into custody after a report of shots fired was called into the Quincy Police Department late Wednesday afternoon. Officers from the Quincy Police Department were dispatched at 4:49 p.m. Wednesday, March 8 to the 1100 block of Lind for a shots fired call. Callers…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Clinic Health and Safety Fair is scheduled from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday, March 11, in the clinic’s main lobby. Children can make their own mini first aid kits and meet Hannibal first responders. For adults, a Stop the Bleed presentation will take place from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the clinic’s MJB…
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Blessing Hospital Twins were born to Matthew and Melissa Hopf of Quincy, a boy at 8:53 a.m. and a girl at 9:11 a.m. March 1.A girl was born to Anthony Haley and Samantha Haley of Quincy at 8:28 a.m. March 2.A girl was born to Ethan and Ashley Loos of Columbus at 7:46 p.m. March…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will hold its second annual trivia night at 7 p.m. on Saturday, March 18, at the St. Francis Parish Center, 1721 College. There will be general trivia questions in categories such as music, movies and television as well as special categories on Quincy and local…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Geodeland Earth Science Clubs, Inc. will host its annual gem, mineral and fossil show Saturday-Sunday, March 11-12 in the University Union Grand Ballroom. The show will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. The theme of this year’s show is “Sensational Quartz” and will feature a…
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QUINCY — The health of the Quincy Park District’s finances was evident Wednesday night when the Quincy Park Board to approve more than $700,000 in projects through the city. Million Construction submitted the low bid of $262,390 for a parking lot addition at Moorman Park, the largest project on the list. The popularity of the…
Read Full Article William L Prince (57) of Quincy, citation for No Valid Driver’s License over one year. NTA 112 Collin Nash, 20, of Pearl for Violation of Classification. NTA 170 Sabrina Thomas, 39, of Quincy for Registration Expired. PTC 155 Chatton M Holt (43) 624 N 5th for Resisting a Peace Officer on 3/4/23 NTA 161 John…
Read Full Article 2023-003969, 03/07/2023 @ 05:08:05, 3rd Church, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Female Suspect Warrant FTA State Cleared by Arrest-Adult 03/07/2023 Public Narrative Traffic on 3rd at Church for a registration violation. Driver was issued a citation for the violation and arrested on a warrant. 2023-003970, 03/07/2023 @ 06:20:57, 2901…
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Claudia Hollister and Brant Dooley with the Hannibal Jaycees talk Ashley Conrad about all of the activities scheduled in Hannibal this spring and summer, and Muddy River News Correspondent Megan Duncan talks about a best-selling book she’s a part of.
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Never say the Daily Dirt does not have a finger on the pulse of a nation. Viva la females! Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 546 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today is International Women’s Day, a global celebration. That, coupled with March being hailed…
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I have been present on and off for the last six months or so at Hannibal City Council meetings. I continue to be frustrated and disappointed at the lack of professionalism and what appears to be disgust on your part at anyone and everyone asking for transparency and accountability. I have heard a few of our…
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QUINCY — Luther Memorial Church will hold a chili cookoff fundraiser at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 25. Ticket price for admission to the cookoff is $5 and will include tasting all the entries, a hot dog and a beverage. Fresh baked goods will be available for purchase as well as raffle tickets for a $100…
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QUINCY — One of the Quincy Humane Society’s largest fundraisers of the year, The Fabulous FurBall, will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 15 in the Armory event center, 416 Jersey. This Las Vegas-themed cocktail event allows guests to enjoy a night of casino-themed entertainment with professional dealers and music provided by Tappe…
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