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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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Antonio Thomas, 27, of Quincy for FTA DUI. Lodged 112 Eric Smith, 39, of Quincy for Retail Theft at 5211 Broadway. NTA 155 Jacob L Valencia (38) of Quincy, arrested for Possession of Lost or Mislaid Credit or Debit Card at 652 Payson. Lodged 112 Richard Jones, 31, of Quincy for Speeding at 3rd and…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Two more Blessing Health cardiologists are seeing patients at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb. Dr. Farooq Junaid is now seeing patients at MDH the first and third Wednesday of each month. Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Junaid completed a fellowship at Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa.…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, April 22, 2023 Jelly beans were originally a Christmas candy. Who knew? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 587 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today is National Jelly Bean Day, a celebration of one of the most overlooked and underrated confectioneries. There was a time when I could…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Mark Twain Chorale will present “For God and Country” at 7 p.m. Monday, April 24, at Fifth Street Baptist Church, 111 N. Fifth. The group is directed by Allen Means and accompanied by Campbell. There is no admission charge but a free-will offering will be accepted.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — George Washington knew the value of a good seed: “Bad seed is a robbery of the worst kind,” the founding father wrote, “for your pocket-book not only suffers by it, but your preparations are lost and a season passes away unimproved.” University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Gene Schmitz agrees, especially when…
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QUINCY — A Camp Point woman facing sexual abuse charges entered an Alford plea on Friday morning in Adams County Circuit Court to an amended charge of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. Janelle M. Sparrow, 36, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with her attorney, Don Heck, before Judge Tad Brenner. She originally was charged with one count…
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QUINCY — The prosecution wanted the maximum prison sentence allowed, and the defense wanted probation. Judge Mark Vincent, admitting he didn’t know what he was going to do before the beginning of Friday afternoon’s sentencing hearing of John Rokusek, decided a little of both was in order. Rokusek, 60, the former owner of a Quincy…
Read Full Article Rodger Parker, 69, of Quincy for Criminal Trespass to State Supported Land. NTA 104 Roger A Keck, 53, 925 Ohio St, Expired Registration at N 12th St and Broadway St. PTC 162 Alicia P Taylor, 25, 1601 S 24th St, Operating Uninsured at 3rd St and Maine St. NTA 162 Brock Dace, 36, of Quincy…
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2023-006876, 04/20/2023 @ 07:07:46, 390 Hummingbird Ln , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Assist EMS Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C49 Heimer, C D Adult Male Involve Assist Ambulance 04/20/2023Adult Compl. Assist Ambulance 04/20/2023 Public Narrative Assist EMS requested on Hummingbird Ln. 2023-006877, 04/20/2023 @ 07:32:17, 207 S 11Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Animal Surrender Officer Assigned 074 Stout, R L Entered By C69 Helton, C B Adult…
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SPRINGFIELD – Lawmakers advanced a measure that would require public elementary and high schools to include a unit of Native American history in their social studies curriculum, beginning with the 2024-2025 school year. House Bill 1633 passed out of a Senate committee this week with a 10-3 vote after passing the House 75-32 last month. It…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council is asking the public to submit digital images for an upcoming Photography Channel exhibit titled “Rise ‘n Shine.” Submitted digital images (up to 5) should feature shots that show a morning routine, morning coffee, bed head, frost, sunrise, etc. The images will be viewed on the Hannibal Arts…
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