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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A.D. Stowell Elementary will offer its 69th annual chili supper from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, at the school. Since 1955, Stowell Elementary has welcomed families with its signature chili. This event, organized by the Stowell PTO, helps raise funds for the needs of the students. A menu of…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024 Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,091 of The Daily Dirt 1. Forbes magazine’s top 10 rock bands of all time include one, maybe two surprises. The most obvious talking point surrounding it, however, is probably the order. Let’s take a look: Here are some other…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – The Hannibal Arts Council will host a special evening of big band, ballroom and swing with 18-piece Sentimental Journey Dance Band from St. Louis from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the American Legion, 3819 Highway MM. Attire is casual to formal. A cash bar will be available, and…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — You aren’t the only one getting cozy for fall. While you are pulling out the flannels, insects are looking for a place to be snug as a bug in a rug for the winter. “Over the next few weeks, it is critical to ensure your home is properly sealed to avoid insect…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Cloyd Barden of Hess Auto Agency about the car business. Barden purchased the business two years ago. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.
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Illinois Senate President Don Harmon continues piling up campaign money. His latest quarterly report for his personal campaign committee showed Harmon had $13.4 million in the bank, up almost $2 million from the previous quarter. His caucus committee ended with $2.6 million in the bank, up about $800K from the previous quarter. And his two…
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Department has moved all offices and practice rooms into the Connie Niemann Center for Music, 17th and Seminary Road. In a press release, Christine Damm, dean of the school of fine arts and communication, said, “The QU music program is so excited about the renovated space. Having the new…
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Brodie J. Bell, 39, 2800 College Ave. for Trespassing at 2703 Broadway St. 122Kent D. Stegeman, 54, Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at N. 5th St. and Broadway St. 113Laree E. Dunning, 36, Quincy for DWLS at 4th St. and Maine St. 113William Carter, 27, 513 Hampshire, Apt. 222 for FTA – Shoplifting and Trespassing.…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 Hmmm … I think I ran into the Bella twins once … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,090 of The Daily Dirt. 1. All in a day’s work, right? Well, have you ever wondered what some of your favorite pro wrestlers did before they were…
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This afternoon, Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Brendan F. Kelly provided an update on the line-of-duty death of ISP Trooper Corey S. Thompsen. At approximately 3:42 p.m. on October 18, 2024, Trooper Thompsen was on-duty finishing a traffic enforcement detail traveling east on East Leverett Road approaching 1300 E. in Champaign County. A truck,…
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QUINCY — Hurricanes Milton and Helene have caused severe damage in the southern U.S., especially on Florida’s west coast, during the past couple of weeks – leaving many people displaced, without power or recovering from damages to their property. If you’d like to support hurricane recovery efforts with a donation, it’s best to give to…
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BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — NECAC will be taking applications from the elderly and disabled beginning Nov. 1 for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12 Missouri counties. “Apply if you think you’ll need assistance,” NECAC’s Angela Kattenbraker said in a press release. “The cost of utilities…
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QUINCY — The Illinois State Alliance of YMCAs recently announced that Kristen Lay has been honored with the Tom Stoll Award at the recent Fall Rally in Normal. This recognition highlights Lay’s dedication and work in service to the YMCA and its mission. The Tom Stoll Award, established in memory of a YMCA leader who…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Notre Dame Extravaganza will be held on Friday, Nov. 15, at The Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Tickets for this event are $75 a person. Participants will receive dinner, drinks and a bid number for all live and silent auctions. All proceeds benefit Quincy Notre Dame…
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE: One of the nominees, Jenni Moran, died Saturday following a battle with cancer. She was 45 and leaves behind her husband, Tom, and a daughter, Hadley. QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation is asking for the public’s help in decidingthis year’s Dream Big Staff Choice Award winner. This is the fourth year…
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QUINCY — The Golden K Kiwanis Club of Quincy will host a comedy night at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, at John Wood Community College Orr auditorium. “An Evening with a Fruitcake” will feature local amateur comedians and friends in a night of family-friendly humor, improv and entertainment. Admission is a free-will offering. A…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Autumn is a time for … life? This may seem perplexing, as we often link fall with plants dying, wildlife migrating and us retreating indoors. However, this is when conservationists managing prairies get excited to sow new life. Managing prairies, forests or wetlands often involves battling nonnative invasive plants via cutting, pulling,…
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QUINCY – The Quincy Notre Dame Foundation announced Friday that the 2024 QND Fund Drive raised $607,370 in gifts and pledges, exceeding its goal by more than $132,000. This is the largest amount raised through the QND Fund Drive since its inception in 1977. “The QND Fund Drive continues to be our most important annual fundraiser. The historic…
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QUINCY — Most people involved in local law enforcement had their doubts about the need for and effectiveness of the SAFE-T Act before it became law on Sept. 18, 2023. The act recently celebrated its first anniversary, and while those same local law enforcement officials aren’t singing its praises, they say some — not all…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Masonic Temple and Dot Foods will hold a Sloppy Joe lunch on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Masonic Temple, 428 Jersey. Serving hours will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with proceeds from the meal benefiting Great River Honor Flight. The fundraiser will offer Sloppy Joes, baked beans, chips and a drink.…
Read Full Article Dylan R. Calhoun, 18, 3509 Lindell for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 180Erik J. J. Torres-Ramirez, 42, 3100 State for FTA Driving/Never Licensed. Lodged 161Benjamin C. Peters, 24, Ursa for Expired Registration. 161Tammy K. Baehr, 55, 624 N. 66th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 161Dennis Fortner, 46, Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged. 173Stephanie Gaither, 35, Quincy for Adams…
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QUINCY — County Market Liquor and Pet Supplies Plus are the hosts of the first Bark and Brew event to benefit the Quincy Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. at 4830 Broadway. The event will offer a costume contest for adults, kids and dogs, peanut butter licking contests, a kick out, reptile handlings, giveaways…
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