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QUINCY — An independent national healthcare watchdog organization has given Blessing Hospital a grade of A for patient safety for the fifth consecutive survey period. The Leapfrog Group, founded by 2,000 large employers and other purchasers of healthcare, assigns a letter grade of A through F every six months to approximately 2,900 general hospitals across…
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QUINCY — J. Matthew Ward, assistant professor of history at Quincy University, is the recipient of the 2022 Anne J. Bailey dissertation award from the Society of Civil War Historians for best Civil War dissertation. Ward received the award Saturday, Nov. 12, in Baltimore, Md., at the annual conference of the Southern Historical Association. The…
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You may want to plan to stay indoors on Dec. 31. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 452 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Regular readers know how those connected with the daily operation of the Daily Dirt — which would be me — enjoy presenting disgusting food items from across and the country…
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QUINCY — For the second year in a row, Blessing Hospital and its Life Team have been awarded Platinum recognition from the federal Health Resources and Services Administration and Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network for “saving and healing lives by encouraging their employees and communities to register as organ, eye and tissue…
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QUINCY — Ursa Willing Workers 4-H Club, the sponsoring group for the 2022 Wreaths Across America ceremony, have announced the ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Quincy National Cemetery, 3701 Maine. The wreath escort will begin at 9 a.m. from Washington Park. The theme for this year’s campaign is #FindAWayToServe.…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Did you know you can grow the most popular drink in the world in Illinois? If you’re wondering how to harvest Pepsi or Coke from a tree, I’m sorry, you have the wrong drink. Second to water, tea reigns supreme as the world’s favorite drink. It has been for centuries. We get…
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Jenna Hull talks about the changes going on at the United Way and how the organization is helping to facilitate several community projects, including housing and poverty, as well as its staples like the annual campaign and The Good News of Christmas. Harvey’s Furniture sponsors Muddy River News This Week.
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Stephen Bowman,43, Quincy, for Disobeying Traffic Control Device at 36th and South Glendale on 11/17/22. PTC 145 Edward J. Radel (31) 1301 Locust, Quincy for expired registration. PTC 112 Troy N. Brewer (32) 2430 Crescent Ln, Quincy for operating uninsured vehicle. NTA 186 Melissa Raymond 1437 N. 7th, Quincy for leaving the scene and failure…
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2022-021380, 11/17/2022 @ 06:08:38, 1911 30Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Animal Complaint Officer Assigned 076 Munday, D L Entered By C52 Holley, B P Adult Female Compl. 11/17/2022Adult Male Compl. 11/17/2022 Public Narrative Animal complaint on 30th St. 2022-021381, 11/17/2022 @ 06:08:41, 1911 30Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint VOID Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V W Entered By C69 Helton, C B Public Narrative Void. 2022-021382, 11/17/2022 @ 06:18:25,…
Read Full Article 2022-021308, 11/16/2022 @ 06:54:49, 4407 McMasters Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Animal At Large Officer Assigned 072 Ledbetter, T W Entered By C49 Heimer, C D Adult Male Compl. Dog At Large 11/16/2022Adult Involve Dog At Large 11/16/2022Adult Involve Dog At Large 11/16/2022Adult Victim Dog At Large 11/16/2022 Public Narrative Animal complaint in the 4400 block of McMasters Ave. 2022-021309, 11/16/2022 @ 07:13:12, 3441 St Marys Ave ,…
Read Full Article 2022-021233, 11/15/2022 @ 07:28:48, 163 Medical Dr , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Alarm – Burglar Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V W Entered By C47 Wallace, S B Adult Compl. False Alarm 11/15/2022Adult Victim- False Alarm 11/15/2022Adult Suspect False Alarm Administratively Closed 11/15/2022 Public Narrative Alarm was reported at 163 Medical Dr. 2022-021234, 11/15/2022 @ 09:32:41, 500 N 6Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 034 DeLaPorte, R T Entered…
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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. The estate of Darlene D. Key of Pleasant Hill sold a residence at 210 N. Main…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Bear Creek American Legion Post 823, on Illinois 61 between Mendon and Ursa, will be the site of an all-you-can-eat pancake and whole hog sausage breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under the age of 5 eat…
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Jerry Seinfeld has a net worth of just under $1 billion. It’s easy to see why … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 451 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever felt sorry for some of the actors and actresses you see when flipping through the channels and coming across one…
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HANNIBAL Mo. — The Salvation Army of Hannibal is the latest recipient of a Riedel Foundation grant. A $10,000 award will help provide Christmas food baskets to Hannibal families in need. In a press release, Riedel Foundation trustee Michael Bukstein said, “Every family should be able to celebrate the holiday season with a good meal.…
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QUINCY — Jeremy Wingerter, who has been the executive director of the United Way of Adams County since February 2020, has resigned to take another position out of Quincy. The United Way of Adams County Board of Directors has announced Nancy Bluhm, who was the board’s president, will serve as interim executive director beginning Friday, December…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will offer its popular Holly Jolly holiday workshop for children ages 5-12 with two sessions on Saturday, Dec. 3. Session times to choose from are either 10:00 a.m. to noon or 1-3 p.m. Each session will consist of creating six holiday projects: Cost is $10 per child with scholarships…
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Sheri Busse and Sarah Davis of Emerald City Jewelers stop by to talk about getting ready for the season of giving and what they have for you at Emerald City. TI-Trust sponsors the Muddy River News Business Spotlight.
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Frankie, Bobby and Ashley talk about what men can and can’t say or wear and about a possible replay of the 2020 presidential race with the same two old dudes (please no).
Read Full Article 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. Isaac D. Barnes of Quincy sold a residence at 1025 S. Eighth in Quincy to Higdon…
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QUINCY — ONE Event Venue will be the site for a three-person comedy show Friday, Nov. 18, presented by JM Legacy Foundation and Maverick MESSMER Management LLC. Coming back to his hometown for a night of comedy, host Richard Bailey will introduce you to Tim Laffey, Kathy Brennan and Al Nimpson. Big Bros BBQ &…
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The membership of the Sand Valley Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 428 is pleased to announce its endorsement and support for Bobi James to be appointed to fill the upcoming Hancock County State’s Attorney vacancy. Bobi has served as assistant state’s attorney in Hancock County since July 2018. Hancock County has benefited greatly from having…
Read Full Article 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. Carissa Richardson of Golden, Ill., sold a residence at 548 N. Fayette in Carthage to Ann…
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QUINCY — The deadline to sign up for the Salvation Army’s free community Thanksgiving Dinner is Friday, Nov. 18. When calling to make a reservation, attendees will need to make a reservation for either 11a.m. or 11:45 a.m. Shut-ins will need to provide name, number of meals and address for delivery. The meal, which will…
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QUINCY — The John Wood Community College Board of Trustees voted to keep the College’s 2022 tax rate the same as 2021, during its regular meeting Wednesday. All taxing bodies, including JWCC, are required to pass the Resolution and Certification Truth in Taxation Act prior to voting on and/or passing a tax levy. JWCC’s 2022…
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