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Just after 10 p.m. Saturday, a Quincy Police officer pulled over a 1999 Oldsmobile traveling west on Maine near Eighth Street after the officer observed a traffic violation. The officer pulled over the car at Eighth and York and the driver was Easton Glaves, 18, of 1023 Ohio, Quincy. During the search, officers initially found…
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QUINCY — Out of difficulties grow miracles. That quote from French philosopher Jean de la Bruyere might best sum up the creation of Smiles from Myles, a local program that donates new toys to patients for local hospitals and clinics. Doctors in early fall of 2020 diagnosed Courtney and Brandon Grant’s son, Myles, with hemophagocytic…
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I can remember openly cheering at some of the movies Bruce Willis has provided us over the years, and that’s why his medical issues are so sad. We’re losing a great talent … Welcome to Vol. 250 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Bruce Willis has always been one of my favorite performers, dating to his…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Catholic School Education Leadership team held its meetings at the four Quincy parishes with K-8 schools to look at the future of the parochial school system. The plan, announced at meetings at each of the four Catholic Parishes with schools over the weekend, calls for a a new administrative board overseeing…
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QUINCY — A LaGrange, Mo., man was arrested Friday after stealing a garbage truck in September. The theft of a garbage truck from the city of Quincy was reported to the Quincy Police Department on Sept. 21. The vehicle was stolen on or about Sept. 18 from the 18th and Seminary Road area. The vehicle later…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Beginning in April and going through June, Dr. Schuyler Metlis with the Hannibal Regional Medical Group will be the host of free skin cancer screenings throughout the region. The screenings are free. Space is limited, and an appointment is required. Metlis will be available for screenings on the following dates and times: Hannibal:…
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There are quite a few tantalizing ways to serve potatoes, but keep those stringy fries away from my table … Welcome to Vol. 249 of The Daily Dirt. 1. In my mind, one of the most underrated foods is the potato. There are so many ways to enjoy this little fellow, and I think we…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children held a flag raising and awareness event in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month. The ceremony honored child victims who have been abused, neglected, or have lost their life to abuse or neglect over the years. It was also a reminder that by rallying…
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QUINCY — A woman who was part of a team that beat and sexually assaulted a woman who ended up dying will get 40 years in prison for her part in the crime. Karen Blackledge entered a guilty plea Friday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court to two counts, one of home invasion and one…
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QUINCY – Quincy University has announced that Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, Bishop of the Springfield Diocese will be joining the QU faculty as a graduate faculty member in the Master of Business Administration Program. Paprocki will be Adjunct Professor of Law, Business, and Bioethics at Quincy University. “Bishop Thomas John Paprocki will bring significant leadership…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — Liberty Bank has replaced its ATM in Camp Point that was damaged by would-be thieves and vandals last November. The ATM is located in front of the Express Wash car wash at 408 E. Wood St., Camp Point. “We did everything we could do to hurry up the process, but with…
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CANTON, Mo. — Criminal justice students at Culver-Stockton College are honoring fallen heroes for the fifth consecutive year with the Fallen Officer Project, culminating in a memorial walk held on April 9. Senior lecturer Seth McBride created the “In the Line of Duty” course in 2017 to provide students with historical, emotional and interpersonal skills…
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MACON, Mo. — Capt. Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Troop B, Macon, recently announced a transfer and a promotion effective April 1. Sgt. Doug E. Siegfried will transfer from Zone 5 in Adair and Schuyler counties and be designated the zone supervisor of Zone 6, serving the citizens of…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, April 1, 2022Ahhh … welcome to April, one step closer to spring. It’s also kind of a holiday for some people … Welcome to Vol. 249 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Some fool-ish thoughts for a day that celebrates such things. Happy April Fool’s Day! Gold medal: “This is the day upon…
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Andrew Smith and Ray Weast talk about the new and improved R&R Golf and Smith’s purchase of the nearly 29 year old family business. Muddy River News Business Spotlight it sponsored by Cason, Huff and Schlueter Insurance.
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Eric E. Lee (42) 900 Ohio, Quincy for operating an uninsured vehicle. NTA 176 Eric M Shepherd (31) of Quincy, arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, No Valid Driver’s License, and Operate Uninsured Vehicle at 200 N. 8th. NTA 153 William S Callihan (31) of Quincy, arrested for FTA Burglary and Domestic Battery…
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2022-005521, 03/31/2022 @ 00:05:17, 2112 Spruce St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Disturbance – In Progress Officer Assigned 032 Allen, B J Entered By C67 Chavez, M BGAdultCompl. 911 Misuse 03/31/2022Victim 911 Misuse 03/31/2022Adult MaleSuspect 911 Misuse Administratively Closed 03/30/2022AdultInvolve 911 Misuse 03/31/2022 Public Narrative Disturbance reported at 2112 Spruce St. 2022-005522, 03/31/2022 @ 01:11:05, 2112 Spruce St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer Assigned 036…
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The much-delayed trial of a Quincy man involving the death of an infant girl is now set for July. Travis Wiley, 34, faces three counts of first-degree murder and one count of aggravated battery in the Jan. 22, 2018, death of an infant girl. He is accused of shaking the infant on Jan. 20, 2018,…
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QUINCY — Author Robert Turek recently release of his latest book, “Magic of the Mississippi,” a coloring and trivia book dedicated to America’s Greatest River. It is now available on Amazon books. “Magic of the Mississippi” showcases historic river towns along the river to structures built for transportation through hand-illustrated coloring pages created for all ages. More…
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Illinois Democrats are floating Chicago as a potential site for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, a bid that could bring back a marquee political event that last swung through town nearly three decades ago. Gov. JB Pritzker, Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth are coordinating the potential effort to land their party’s…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver Stockton College and Alpha Tau Omega fraternity members will be the hosts of “Wildcat WIllie’s Hop on the Hill” at 10 a.m. Saturday. The Easter egg hunt will take place on the campus of Culver-Stockton. It is a free event that welcomes community members and families to participate. The Easter egg…
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QUINCY — When Mike Bruns started as director of program services for the Quincy Park District nearly 30 years ago, they supported more than 300 adult softball teams and provided youth programs in baseball, softball, and tennis. “We are starting to get into lacrosse,” Bruns said. Lacrosse? “This summer we are going to try a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Oakley School of Business is launching three online graduate business certificates this summer which will allow professionals to experience graduate-level learning to enhance their skills. The certificates are offered in organizational leadership, operations management and health care administration. The classes are offered online in 10-week sessions. The flexible coursework allows participants…
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(The Center Square) – A new measure aims to streamline Illinois Department of Transportation projects. The Illinois House has approved the Innovations for Transportation Infrastructure Act, which authorizes IDOT to use the design-build method to allow for a single entity to both design and start construction on a project. Currently, IDOT uses the design-bid-build project delivery…
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