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Haley E Young (21) for Expired Registration at 8th & Oak PTC 128 Donnie M Sapp (37) 8122 Dawn Rd for Violation of Order Protection on 2/15/22 and 2/16/22 Lodged 112 Teri Gibbons,39, Quincy, for DWLS at 8th RJ Peters on 2/26/22. NTA 107 Christy Edwards,35, Quincy, for Improper Lane Usage at 8th RJ Peters…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A hearing has been set for 3 p.m. March 18 to determine whether a charge of aggravated driving under the influence filed against Natasha L. McBride should be dismissed. McBride faces four counts of murder in connection to the Aug. 14, 2020, deaths of Jenniffer Hendricks, 54, of Rushville, and Dakota Corrick, 6,…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Senate Democrats outlined legislation during a Thursday news conference that aims to address the ongoing teacher shortage throughout the state. The bills would extend the number of days retired and substitute teachers would be able to teach in a school year, waive substitute teaching licensing fees, and lower the minimum age for…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man is in the Marion County Jail after he was arrested Thursday on drug-related charges. A warrant was issued in the 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County on Friday charging Alexander D. Sherman, 39, of Hannibal with distribution of a controlled substance with bond set at $25,000. Sherman was…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Exchange Club is giving people an opportunity to recognize someone who has been a selfless volunteer or has worked tirelessly on behalf of the community. The club will present its 70th annual Golden Deeds award during a May 20 luncheon at the Elks Club. The club is accepting nominations through April…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Quincy, Ill., author Robert Turek announces the release of “Colorful Hannibal,” available on Amazon. Colorful Hannibal: Coloring & Activity Book combines hand-drawn illustrations of Hannibal’s most iconic places along with Hannibal-themed activity pages. Single-sheet coloring pages featuring well-known places and famous people from Hannibal are perfect for coloring enthusiasts and Hannibal history…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – A “Watercolor Wash” Arty Party is set for 7 p.m. March 11 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Participants will create a watery meadow/floral composition with splashes of color using transparent watercolor over a permanent marker line drawing on a 16-inch by 20-inch cotton canvas panel. The project will be led by…
Read Full Article I think today’s edition saves the best for the last. Those with weak stomachs may want to stop reading after thought part deux … Anyway, welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 224 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Since we’re ending the shortest month of the year, here are some items that follow in the…
Read Full Article Zarious D Smith-Palmer (19) of Quincy, arrested for Armed Violence, Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Possession of Methamphetamine, and FTA Leaving the Scene at 5th and Maine. Lodged 175/131/124 Sean A Robertson (26) of Quincy, arrested for FTA Resisting a Peace Officer, Driving While License Revoked x3, Possession of Methamphetamine, Battery, Theft, and Violation…
Read Full Article QUINCY – Quincy University has rescheduled its fourth annual QU Alumni Day for Tuesday, March 1 in remembrance of the university’s first day of classes on Feb. 6, 1860. QU alumni are encouraged to wear a QU Alumni button and QU gear to work and attend the day’s events. “Alumni day has become a tradition at QU, and we…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022In my world, Jeremiah is still a bullfrog … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 223 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I think we’d all likely agree the first line of any song is uber important. More times than not, it will determine if we will even hang…
Read Full Article PETERSBURG, IL – Republican candidate for governor Jesse Sullivan announced Adams County State’s Attorney Gary Farha as a member of his Safe Streets Leadership Council, a bipartisan group of more than 20 Illinois leaders who support Sullivan’s plan law enforcement initiative. “I’ve experienced firsthand the denigration and destruction of law and order as a result of…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – Upcoming exhibits at the Hannibal Arts Council include an invitational group exhibit, an open exhibit of area artists’ recent work and two digital photography exhibits, including the first-ever featured youth photographer. Five artists will be featured in the “A Curious Collection” invitational group exhibit — painter David Awbrey of Pittsfield, Ill., painter…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A job fair is scheduled from 5-6 p.m. March 3 the Hannibal City Council chambers at City Hall, 320 Broadway. The Hannibal Parks & Recreation Department hires about 25 lifeguards during the summer to work at the Hannibal Aquatic Center. Individuals must have strong swimming abilities but will be trained to be…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Online registration now is open for Culver-Stockton College’s inaugural collaborative conference at the Great River Research Center in Canton. The river conference, themed “Changing Currents,” will take place April 7-9. It aims to facilitate communication that fosters innovative and collaborative solutions to the various challenges facing the river and the communities it…
Read Full Article COLUMBIA, Mo. – Forty-eight Missouri 4-H members competed Feb. 19 in the 4-H state meats judging contest on the University of Missouri campus in Columbia. Held in partnership with the MU Meat Science Program, the contest gave competitors the opportunity to develop their judging skills and explore career and educational opportunities. Results – Junior division…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre presents the classic Broadway musical “Mame” April 1-3 and 7-10. When young Patrick is plucked from his rural upbringing in Iowa to live with his wildly enthusiastic New York socialite Auntie Mame, he swiftly learns “life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death.” Mame’s optimism and…
Read Full Article We enter some new territory today by offering advice of women’s classic hairdos … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 222 of The Daily Dirt. 1. And the cola wars continue. Earlier this month, Coca-Cola announced the coming of Starlight, which by the time you are reading this may be available in local supermarkets.…
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