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Now through the end of the year, we will list a variety of “Top 10’s for 2022”. These are determined by you, the reader, based on the pageviews for each story/video/column. Don’t blame us if your item didn’t make the list. 🙂 And lots of “Ashley Faces” here too. Enjoy. 1. The Jason Priest Problem:…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation recently awarded a grant of $33,455 to the Hannibal Nutrition Center to supplement rising food costs for the Meals on Wheels and in-house meal program for senior citizens. In a press release, HNC executive director Margee Tucker said, “A significant number of seniors in the Hannibal area are suffering…
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Jason M Zwick, 42, Quincy, for domestic battery in the 2500 block of Oak. Lodged. 135 James E Burt, 39, Quincy, for violation of order of protection in the 1600 block of Oak. Lodged. 161 Ryanna L Kelley, 25, Quincy, was arrested on a warrant for F.T.A. shoplifting in the 1100 block of South 23rd.…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pittsfield Police Department recently requested charges against two people as part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale of methamphetamine and controlled substances in Pittsfield. Pike County State’s Attorney Zack Boren charged two subjects on Dec. 6 with felonies because of the investigation. Boren charged Taylor Hicks, 26, with two…
Read Full Article An article recently published by the Peoria Journal-Star describes the City of Pekin removing its residency requirement for its police union, fire union and chauffeurs/helpers union. The Pekin City Manager is quoted in the article as saying, “We believe that in order to remain competitive and ensure that we are able to attract quality talent,…
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2022-023674, 12/25/2022 @ 00:04:27, US 36 US 61, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Fail to Yield Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Suspect Fail To Yield Emx Vehicle Pending Investigation 12/25/2022 Public Narrative Fail to yield on US 36 and US 61. The vehicle failed to yield and the driver was not contacted. 2022-023675, 12/25/2022 @ 02:51:39,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Funders Collaborative has graduated the first cohort of the NonprofitExcellence Initiative. Five participating nonprofit organizations in Adams County — Bella Ease, Cheerful Home, Horizons Social Services, Quincy Community Theatre and the Quincy Family YMCA — have completed a two-year pilot program focusing on leadership development and strategic planning to help…
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QUINCY — The following students graduated in December from the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences: Master of Science in Nursing: Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Blessing-Rieman offers a bachelor of science in nursing degree, a bachelor of science in radiologic science, and a bachelor of science in respiratory care. Blessing-Rieman also offers an associate…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group urologist Matthew Knudson recently announced the addition of Axonics therapy — a long-lasting and clinically proven solution that provides symptom relief for patients suffering with overactive bladder, bowel incontinence and urinary retention. Knudson will be the host a virtual community health talk titled “Regain Bladder and Bowel Control” at 6…
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MACOMB, Ill. — “Clark, that’s the gift that keeps on giving.” No truer words have ever described a Jelly of the Month Club. Yet, upon my annual family viewing of National Lampoon’s “Christmas Vacation,” a thought occurred to me that had not in the decades I’ve watched this movie. The idea of a jelly for…
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QUINCY — The presents have been opened, and it’s time to clean up the disaster of wrapping paper and boxes. Before tossing it all in the garbage, Homeward Bound Waggin’ is asking people to save any kinds of Styrofoam coolers or packaging that might be useful for feral cats. “There are a lot of places, and especially…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Dec. 26, 2022 The week in between Christmas and New Year’s is always good for reflection, and I’m here to help … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 486 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The holiday season has now taken the official turn toward New Year’s, and that means…
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Some Christmas moments are just magical. If you take the time to stop during the hustle and bustle of this season, you can feel it — even if it is just for a few seconds. There are so many memories that surround us this time of year that we can often miss that feeling, or…
Read Full Article Gage Schroder (24) 2540 Prentiss Ave Quincy, IL for domestic battery and criminal damage to government supported property at 619 Harrison Drive. Lodged. 178 / 122 / 147 Isaac Valentin (30) 300 Cedar Apt. 2 Quincy, IL for criminal trespass to state supported property, resisting a peace officer and on an Adams County warrant for…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal resident Francesca Swayze graduated Oct. 22 from WGU Missouri with a bachelor of science in nursing. The commencement ceremony, which recognized 301 undergraduate students and 356 graduate students, was held at the Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis. Established in 2013 through a partnership with nationally recognized Western Governors University,…
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Nothing is cuter than a puppy, but wait: Are you really going to try to train a new pet in the hustle and bustle of the holidays? How do you know you’re getting it from a reliable source? Give yourself time to do the research you need to find a trustworthy breeder or consider adopting a…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — At its December board meeting, the Hannibal Regional Auxiliary presented a check for $112,712 to Hannibal Regional Healthcare System. The funds will go towards to the Building Better Tomorrows campaign. With more than 250 volunteers, Hannibal Regional Auxiliary gives many hours of service to Hannibal Regional every year. The Hannibal Regional Auxiliary has…
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QUINCY — Three Quincy-area businesses — Legacy Martial Arts, Smith Brothers PowerSports and Twaddle Plumbing — recently were named recipients of a Better Business Bureau TORCH Award winner for BBB Serving Eastern & Southwest Missouri & Southern Illinois. TORCH Awards honor businesses and charities exemplifying high ethics in their treatment of customers, employees and suppliers. “BBB TORCH…
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I once heard a succinct description of natural process as “everything points towards winter.” As a Midwesterner not so fond of cold, my immediate response to this synopsis was denial but with time, I’ve come to adore this mentality. Annual plants know they have one growing season to complete their life cycle, racing to reproduce…
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J. Robert Gough talks to Pam Williams with the Tangerine Bowl and Spare Time Sports Bar about bowling and running a great bar and grill.
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QUINCY — The gathering of friends hanging out and chatting on a Saturday night typically just leads to a good time. And in a backyard in Quincy, one of those Saturday night gatherings in June 2021 led to the creation of the Forrest Greene Country Club. Someone shared that a co-worker always posted pictures of…
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I really, really hate that song … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 485 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Some interesting numbers to remember on Christmas Day: Gold medal: The infamous “Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer” song was first released in 1979. Thankfully, there was never a follow-up from Elmo and Patsy. Silver…
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QUINCY — Did the weather change your plans for your Christmas meal? Cancelled flights? Unsafe road conditions? Maybe you celebrated earlier or are waiting until another time. If so, the following establishments will be open Christmas Day, ready to welcome you and your family members. Thanks go to seequincy.com for this list.
Read Full Article Taylor Mayfield,31, Quincy, for Too Fast for Conditions at 18th and Jefferson on 12/23/22. PTC 147 Shelly Holtman,59, Quincy, for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 48th and Broadway on 12/23/22. PTC 145 Christopher Weber,18, Quincy, for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 27th Maine until 12/23/22. PTC 145…
Read Full Article 2022-023622, 12/23/2022 @ 00:59:17, 2 Bier Ln , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suicidal Subject Officer Assigned 022 Benn, D J Entered By C67 Chavez, M BG Adult Female Involve Mental Cases-Other 12/23/2022Adult Male Compl. Mental Cases-Other 12/23/2022 Public Narrative Suicidal Subject 2 Bier Ln. 2022-023623, 12/23/2022 @ 01:29:14, 200 S Maple Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Crash – Leave the Scene Officer Assigned 022 Benn, D J …
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