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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Dahlias, the national flower of Mexico, burst with fiestas of colors in late summer and early autumn when other flowers begin to fade. These easy-to-grow annuals are popular choices for cut gardens or the backdrop of borders, says Kelly McGowan, University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. Plant dahlias once the danger of frost…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, April 18, 2023 I was a bit surprised at how low some of bigger chains ranked, especially McDonald’s … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 583 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s a new study out that shows us what the most popular U.S. chain eateries are, according…
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CHICAGO — Near the end of a long day of animated testimony Monday, former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore’s voice grew quiet. The jury in the “ComEd Four” bribery trial had just heard for the second time a wiretapped recording on which she told a close associate of then-House Speaker Michael Madigan, “You take good care of me,…
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QUINCY — Stacie Sparks says she’s received “hundreds” of compliments from Quincy Cleaners customers when she visits the memorial she created two years ago for her son, who died in a car accident at the northeast corner of 30th and Maine. “Every time I’m out there changing it, somebody stops me and says it’s beautiful,” Sparks…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted Monday night not to pay $4,000 to the Quincy Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for a hotel market study that was presented in February. The City of Quincy, the Oakley-Lindsay Center and the Quincy Area Convention and Visitors Bureau commissioned Core Distinction Group, a Wisconsin hospitality consulting firm,…
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Alex T Reed (25) 1510 Penthouse for Expired Registration at 13th & Broadway PTC 185 Candice A Courtney (37) 324 Lind for FTA Contempt of Court at 324 Lind Lodged 186 Hanna Thomas, 20, of Verailles for Improper Lane Usage,. PTC 120 Robert Carl, 57, Quincy, reports that his 2019 Chevroletwas burglarized and misc items…
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2023-006648, 04/16/2023 @ 00:09:32, Highway 79 N 6th St, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 020 Jobe, J B Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Female Parent Minor Visibly Intoxicated 04/16/2023Suspect Open Liquor Cleared by Arrest-Juvenil 04/16/2023Suspect Possess Tobacco as Minor Cleared by Arrest-Juvenil 04/16/2023Suspect Minor Visibly Intoxicated Cleared by Arrest-Juvenil 04/16/2023Suspect Open Liquor Cleared by Arrest-Juvenil 04/16/2023 Public Narrative Traffic stop at MO-79…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital FOCUS Fitness Gym, 103 Randolph, will have an open house from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27. This event is free and open to the public. Health screenings such as A1C and blood pressure checks will be available, as well as educational booths and nutrition information. Those attending are welcome to…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently earned the 2023-2024 Military Friendly School Silver Designation, exhibiting leading practices in recruiting and supporting post-military students. Military Friendly is the military rating division of VIQTORY, a service-disabled, veteran-owned business. Military Friendly is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful opportunity for…
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March 1, 2023 Kase, Heaven J., 21, of Keokuk, Iowa-speeding March 3, 2023 Gittings, Lance, R., 39, of LaHarpe-violation of order of protection, criminal damage to property March 6, 2023 Martin, Quinton J. , 19, of Keokuk, Iowa-speeding March 7, 2023 McCarty, Renny J., 32, of Stockport, Iowa-opeate uninsured vehicle March 8, 2023 Hardy, Jason…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, April 17, 2023 In the coming years, there are likely to be too many electric vehicles and not enough charging stations … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 582 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Bob Dylan once told us, “The times, they are a changin'” More evidence of…
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QUINCY — The profitability and popularity of youth sporting events in Quincy has prompted city officials to begin looking at the possibility of expanding the Oakley-Lindsay Center or building a nearby facility. Quincy Mayor Mike Troup and Chuck Bevelheimer, director of planning and development, have recently met with representatives with the Quincy Park District, the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal LaGrange University is in line for a $25,000 matching grant from the Riedel Foundation for donations it receives at its upcoming Scarlet and Blue auction. The university will use the money to serve the needs of Hannibal in its outreach mission. Those projects include cultural enrichment, community and high school education…
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QUINCY — First Bankers Trust Company, N.A., a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., recently announced Joel Oschwald has joined First Bankers as market president in Springfield. Oschwald will be responsible for all staff, operations, growth and profitability of First Bankers in Springfield and surrounding area. He will office at the Springfield branch, 2201…
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CHICAGO — Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation recently announced $127.9 million has been awarded to 72 projects statewide through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program to expand travel options and enhance quality of life in communities throughout the state. The city of Pittsfield received $3 million to reconstruct infrastructure on the north,…
Read Full Article Jenna A White, 21, 803 N 7th St, Expired DL and Operating Uninsured at N 3rd St and Broadway St. NTA 10 Kordavius Z Lewis, 20, Quincy, Leaving the Scene, Operating Uninsured, No Valid DL, No Valid Registration and Improper Lane Usage at N 11th St and Chestnut St. 109/101 Alicia L Harvey (39) 644…
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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. Elizabeth Purtle of Augusta sold a residence at 701 Washington in Augusta to Clayton Kerker of…
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The Illinois Supreme Court has denied a motion to disqualify two justices from hearing a challenge to the state’s new gun ban over perceived conflicts of interest. The two justices also declined to recuse themselves. Before Elizabeth Rochford and Mary O’Brien were elected to the Illinois Supreme Court in November 2022, Gov. J.B. Pritzker gave…
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Differences between the House and Senate on how strict a ban on certain transgender health care could spell trouble for the proposal’s chances as the Missouri legislative session nears completion. Republican leaders in both chambers told reporters on Thursday that they wanted their versions passed and sent to the governor. The Senate passed a version last…
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Warmer temperatures might motivate you to do spring cleaning around the house this month, but did you know April is Digital Spring-Cleaning Month? Taking a few minutes this month to keep your devices clean, organized and free of unnecessary data can help keep you safe from viruses, spyware and identity theft. BBB ScamTracker℠ received more…
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FORT MADISON, Iowa — The schedule for the 75th annual Tri-State Rodeo, which will take place in Fort Madison Sept. 6–9, recently was released. The Tri-State Rodeo has been named as one of the nation’s top five large outdoor rodeos since 2000. The TSR Chute Out brings the top rodeo athletes from around the world. …
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QUINCY — Area high school juniors can explore the Quincy campus of John Wood Community College during the school’s JDUB Day from 9 a.m.-noon on Friday, April 21. Students will explore hands-on careers and JWCC programs, take part in a scavenger hunt tour of campus with prizes and get a taste of the John Wood…
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QUINCY — The League of Women Voters of Adams County will honor the Safe and Livable Housing Committee at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 7, at the Lorenzo Bull House, 1550 Maine. Representatives from the Safe and Livable Housing Committee will receive the Evelyn Sacadat Community Service Award. Sacadat, a 50-year member of the LWV, was…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — While spring-blooming bulbs get much of our attention in the spring, flowering trees shouldn’t be overlooked. One of the best trees for spring color is the adaptable eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis). What do they look like? Eastern redbuds are small (20-30 feet tall) trees that have short trunks and spreading branches that…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, April 16, 2023 That’s the good news. The bad news is that attending any of the big three pro sports is going to put a dent in your wallet … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 581 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Attending an MLB game is not…
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