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MILAN, Ill. — In the heart of the holiday season, the aroma and flavor of peppermint are abundant. For me, this flavor is one of my favorites; it evokes memories of my childhood and is synonymous with winter. From candy canes hung on our Christmas tree to homemade peppermint fudge or the special treat of…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 Would a cross between a goldfish, snail and ostrich produce the average husband? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,159 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Monday is always an excellent day to learn things. You can thank me later. 2. Did you know that (Part…
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Videos of sentencings or related to criminal actions were among the most popular on Muddy River TV+ in 2024, but interviews with controversial figures like Riley Gaines, Steve Homan and Kenzie Vallee also grabbed the interest of viewers. The top videos on Muddy River News in 2024, as determined by MRN analytics: 1. Calling the…
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If you’re one of the many shoppers returning or exchanging a gift this year, make sure you check the return policy before you get started. For a lot of people, it’s important for returns to be as convenient as possible. In a recent PwC report, 87% of respondents said they expect retailers to process their…
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Dakota A. Jacks, 28, 1702 N. 17th St. for Failure to Reduce Speed at 2533 N. 12th St. 113arrativeLuke R. Mettemeyer, 21, Quincy for indecent conduct at 906 Vermont. NTA 144Brodie J. Bell, 39, Quincy was arrested on a warrant for FTA theft in the 2800 block of College. Lodged 124Jennifer A. McConnell, 27, Quincy…
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Ralph Monroe “Monty” Sides, Jr., age 79, of Jacksonville, Illinois passed away at 2:03 a.m. Monday, December 9, 2024 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. He was born December 22, 1944 in Quincy, Illinois the son of Ralph Monroe Sides, Sr. and Mildred Cole Sides. He married Joyce Elaine Surratt in November of 1964…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Calvin Jones, a fifth-grader at Eugene Field Elementary, plans to open a sports shop one day. Becoming a business owner became a dream of Calvin’s last June when he was introduced to various businesses owners in the Hannibal community through the Kids in Motion program at Douglass Community Services. KIM is a…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Maddie (Shutwell) Porter, a certified child life specialist at Memorial Hospital, recently was recognized in an article by Illinois State University for her groundbreaking work in establishing a child life program at Memorial Hospital in Carthage. The article, written by John Moody, highlights Porter’s inspiring journey and professional achievements, including her recent…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently announced Angela Sloca, an emergency department nurse, was honored for maintaining 30 years of continuous certification as a critical care registered nurse (CCRN). In a press release, Sadena Jackson, director of emergency services/education, said, “Angela exemplifies the highest standards of nursing professionalism. Her commitment to excellence inspires her colleagues…
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QUINCY — Illinois community colleges helped address food insecurity on campuses across the state with the inaugural Feed the Need food drive, an initiative aimed at combating food insecurity on college campuses and supporting students in need. The food drive collected more than 91,000 non-perishable food items for local campus and community food banks. John Wood Community…
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What’s the line? “Opinions are like a**holes: Everybody’s got one, and everybody thinks theirs smells nicer than everyone else’s.” Or something like that. Whether you agree with the author or think the author was off their rocker, opinion columns and letters to the editor always are a popular read on Muddy River News. Listed below…
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Jim Rapp discusses his 50 year legal career, being a part of the growth of John Wood Community College over that time and why he wanted to start Muddy River News.
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 Sorry about that, LeBron … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,158 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For those who may have still doubted that the NFL is king when it comes to televised sports in the U.S., you might want to check this out. The…
Read Full Article James R. Fuhrman, 39, Quincy for Operating Insured and Improper Lane Usage at N. 13th St. and Broadway St. 148William E. Hanley, 46, Quincy reports on 12/19/2024 his 2010 Chevrolet was parked at 420 S. 10th St. and the rear window on the vehicle was damaged. 169Joshua L. Tenk, 33, 520 Spring St. reports on…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Friends of the Carthage Public Library are offering the After Christmas Trivia Night fundraiser on Friday, Jan. 17, at First Baptist Church. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. This is a family-friendly event, and youths are encouraged to participate. Trivia questions will be about Christmas…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — The sixth and final fall sale of Show-Me-Select heifers on Saturday, Dec. 14, in Palmyra set a local record for total cost of heifers sold. The 53 buyers set a northeastern Missouri record $1,162,600 worth of bred heifers exchanging hands in one-and-a-half hours. Thirty-five repeat buyers purchased 192 head, or 59 percent…
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LA HARPE, Ill. — The Western Area Purchasing Coop (WAPC), along with the Regional Office of Education No. 26, recently announced upgrades at its facility in La Harpe made possible by a $35,000 grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. The grant allowed WAPC to rebuild the warehouse’s loading dock. These upgrades…
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QUINCY — SIU Center for Family Medicine recently recognized Kayla Leach as its December employee of the month. Leach, a certified medical assistant, has been with SIU since January 2023. Her dedication to patient care and her team earned her this honor. She performs clinical tasks, supports outreach clinics and assists with phlebotomy in the…
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In today’s interconnected and digital world, where internet access is often taken for granted by many people, mobile apps that don’t have offline functionality can leave users stranded in situations where there is no internet connection. Mobile apps that have offline functionality are more versatile than those without offline functionality because these apps allow users…
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The business landscape of Quincy changed dramatically in 2024, though the city won’t realize some of those changes until the next year or two. Tom Marx’s impact can be seen by development, past and current, throughout the city, and the impact of his death remains to be seen. One of the biggest sports developments Quincy…
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