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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA, 3101 Maine is introducing Seniors in Motion from 3-4 p.m. beginning Friday, June 24. Each session will consist of two 30-minute demonstrations of exercises offered at the Y. Participants can speak to the instructors and trainers afterward. A fellowship potluck will be held from 4-5 p.m. to allow participants to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center has awarded a “Future of Illinois” grant to David Hetzler, dean of career technical education at John Wood Community College. The grant is one of eight awarded to faculty from Illinois universities and community colleges, with a total investment of more than $650,000. The purpose of the grants is to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Cailee Combs recently was awarded the Hannibal Arts Council Past Presidents scholarship. Combs, a daughter of Cory and Mary Combs, has a background in vocal music and writing, including her participation in many art-related courses and choirs during her time at Hannibal High School. She will pursue a creative writing major at Missouri State…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — When John Moseley, the president of Lincoln University, recently discussed his vision of the Missouri institution with a local newspaper, he described the college as having dual identities. He noted that it’s a historically Black university, founded by Black soldiers who fought in the Civil War, that draws Black students from a…
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Dear MRN, The Golden Corral has set empty for a couple years now. Whatever happened to the guy who owned it and was charged for the murder of a young boy years ago? I never did hear if he had gone to trial or what. William Christopher Niemet of Fulton, Mo., owner of the Golden…
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While summer is more desirable than winter no matter how warm it gets, it’s OK to admit it’s still not much fun when have to walk outside in a sultry 90-degree June afternoon … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 314 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yep, it’s been kind of warm…
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Ashley Conrad talks to Tieraney Craig of Quincy Brewing Co. about this weekend’s Makers Market event that will fill Sixth Street and beyond with artisans and food to go with the great beer at QBC. We also give a shoutout to Dads! Happy Father’s Day on Sunday! The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy…
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Former President Donald J. Trump will have a rally at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Mendon on Saturday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Trump is coming to endorse Republican Congresswoman Mary Miller in the 15th Congressional District race against Republican Congressman Rodney Davis in the June 28 primary. For those wanting to attend the event,…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently named 100 students to the honor roll, recognizing their academic achievement at the college during the spring 2022 semester. Requirements of the Honor Roll are: A student was enrolled in and completed at least 12 semester hours. A student earned a grade point average between 3.2 and 3.49 Courses…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company will host the hippest handmade outdoor market, Makers Market, from 1-7 p.m. Saturday, June 18 on Sixth Street between Maine and Hampshire and down Jail Alley. The outdoor market will feature more than 35 different vendors selling furniture, clothing, accessories, food, apothecary, ceramics, art, books, candles, vintage upcycled wares and more. The Quincy Children’s…
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06/06/2022 RUFFCORN,DAKOTA R (24 of Warsaw, IL) Domestic Battery, Operate Uninsured 06/09/2022 SARGENT,CHRISTOPHER R (40 of Burnside, IL) Driving While Suspended 06/11/2022 WATERMAN,JAIME E (44 of Dallas City, IL) Speeding YOUNG,JOSEPH S (19 of Warsaw, IL) Speeding RAWLS,EVAN C (18 of Plymouth, IL) Speeding
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QUINCY — The Illinois Stories program will feature a piece on the 1839 vintage fire truck, Quincy First, at 8 p.m. Thursday, June 16 on WQEC, Quincy’s PBS station (Cable channel 8) and again at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 19. This was the first fire engine used in Quincy and also the first used in…
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JWCC Trustees Hear Report on the Workforce Development Expansion Project and Approve Tentative Balanced Budget for Fiscal Year 2023 QUINCY — John Wood Community College Board of Trustees heard a report confirming the Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant approval for the Workforce Development Center (WDC) Expansion Project and approved a tentative $16,412,835 balanced budget for…
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QUINCY — Rick Gengenbacher may have missed an opportunity for a fabulous career in the sporting goods industry. The Illinois Veterans Home is grateful for that. Gengenbacher, 56, became the adjutant at the home on June 1. He replaces Dawn Whitcomb, who announced in December her resignation after 11 years in the position. The adjutant…
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The Byrds are, at times, one of those hall of fame groups that get pushed to the back burner because their best years conflicted with the Beatles and other British invasion bands. They are, however, worth remembering … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 313 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Let’s salute…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. —Water bowls and litter boxes were not on the agenda of the Hannibal School Board’s June meeting. Student conduct and a preliminary budget were. Earlier in the week, there were social media posts claiming water bowls and cat litter were being placed in school restrooms and would be on the agenda. Board member…
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Ashley Conrad runs down the list of companies who have said good-bye to Illinois and Bob Gough sits down with Troy Culbertson of the Illinois Veterans Home about the facility coming back from Legionnaires and COVID. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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Nicole R Hoosier, 31, 1818 State St, reports the business Lohman Accounting and Tax Service located at 1818 State St was entered on 06/08/2022. 104 Brittany K Powers, 31, 424 N 16th St, reports her 2013 Ford was struck on 06/03/2022 in front of her residence. 177 Dawn M Clayton, 31, Quincy, was arrested on…
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2022-010737, 06/14/2022 @ 00:55:43, US 61 Clinic Rd, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Motorist Assist Officer Assigned 019 Douglas, J E Entered By C46 Reynolds, S M Adult Male Owner Motorist Assist 06/14/2022 Public Narrative Motorist Assist reported at US 61 and Clinic 2022-010738, 06/14/2022 @ 01:01:04, 1903 Crescent St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious activity Officer Assigned 045 Bergman, C M Entered By C86 Yakes, S J Adult…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health is taking reservations for a free cholesterol screening to be held at the Blessing Resource Center, the former Sears auto building at 420 N. 34th, between 7 and 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 12. The screening requires at 12-hour fast. It measures HDL and LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose levels. To register,…
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Water resources bill, which includes $3.5 million for North Street project in Hannibal, passes House
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Water Resources Development Act of 2022 that was passed Wednesday by the House of Representatives authorizes $50 million for wastewater and stormwater projects in North Missouri — including $3.5 million for the North Street Project in Hannibal, Mo. A section of downtown Hannibal’s stormwater system collapsed in 2019, nearly flooding part of…
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A plate is a plate is a plate — unless YADI is involved … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 312 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We reach a milestone today in our ongoing Great Plate debate to find the the No. 1 personalized license plate in West-Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri.…
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JACKSONVILLE — One of the most exciting times of the year is the first appearance of small flashing yellow lights in the evenings. The arrival of fireflies or lightning bugs is a sure sign that summer has arrived. Fireflies are one of the few insects that people don’t actively try to kill. However, in many places, people…
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