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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The implementation of what transitional President Rodney Harrison called an “integrity plan,” coupled with increased giving from alumni in the past month, has put Hannibal-LaGrange University on what Harrison believes is a path to “ensure the long-term sustainability” of the school. Asked how close the university was to shutting the doors earlier…
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QUINCY — A Quincy attorney has been suspended for one year by the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission of the Supreme Court of Illinois. A case summary on the ARDC website said that, during a dissolution of marriage case, Roni VanAusdall came to an agreement with opposing counsel concerning parenting time, prepared a proposed order…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — For many of us, the desire to start gardening gets stronger and stronger as we near spring. Seed starting is a popular way to kick off the gardening season. Despite the advantages and relative ease, there are a few things that can go wrong when you start your own seeds. Why do…
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QUINCY — Friends of the Library, a non-profit organization that supports the Quincy Public Library, is having a book sale at the library March 31 through April 2. The sale is from 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. March 31, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 1 and from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April…
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QUINCY — Two women and a man were arrested this week and face charges of sexual abuse against minors. Detectives from the Quincy Police Department began working on multiple unrelated cases several months ago after receiving reports of possible child sexual abuse. Multiple children were interviewed, and searches were conducted on suspects’ electronic devices and…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — A memorial service for lives lost during the COVID-19 pandemic is set for 2 p.m. Sunday at United Methodist Church, 104 W. Wood. People interested in attending should contact Pastor Patty Johansen at Vermont Street United Methodist Church at pastor@vsumc.org or 217-222-7468 to give names of friends or family to be…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Quincy Medical Group is the host of an open house and ribbon cutting for its Mount Sterling Clinic, at 216 Pittsfield Road, from 4-6 p.m. March 31. Community members are invited to tour the facility and meet the QMG team. A ribbon cutting will take place at 4:30 p.m. Light refreshments…
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QUINCY — Quincy has one of the finest public golf courses in the Midwest, and Quincy Park District officials know a major expense is coming if it hopes to maintain the 27-hole course for future generations. Finding a way to pay for it won’t be simple. Rome Frericks, executive director of the Park District, and…
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By For those of you who may not be familiar with Peter Griffin, well … you need to be. Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 243 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Growing up, I was never been huge fan of cartoons, but that all changed later in life with the rise of the adult…
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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois lawmakers this week advanced a measure to allocate $2.7 billion in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds to pay down more than half of the state’s outstanding $4.5 billion Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund debt. The measure, an amendment to Senate Bill 2803, also included over $1.4 billion in general revenue fund spending to…
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Illinois’ cannabis dispensaries are noticing a steady drop in sales after record-setting sales in December. High prices and a lack of supply likely push customers to street dealers. Recreational marijuana in Illinois set record sales for nine consecutive months, up until January and February 2022. February’s haul of $114 million was the lowest since last March. Price matters…
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Tyquan E Young (20) 937 N 4th arrested on warrants for FTA Burglary, FTA Burglary, FTA Leaving the Scene,Driving While License Suspended,Improper Backing,FTA Driving While License Suspended,Brown Co FTA Burglary and Hancock Co FTA Driving While License Suspended at 5th & Chestnut Lodged -131 Kaeona K Woodson (22) 836 Lind for Driving While License Suspended…
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Muddy River News correspondent Ron Kinscherf had a chat with Patrick Myers of the Queen tribute band Killer Queen to promote their April 2 show at Quincy’s Oakley-Lindsay Center. Ron says you’ll go Radio Ga Ga over Killer Queen. And don’t stop him now!
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BAYLIS, Ill. — John Wood Community College officials were the hosts of a promotional tour at the college’s Orr Multipurpose Agriculture Facility on Wednesday. The facility is in the final stages of fundraising and construction. It will open for classes during the fall 2022 semester. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Aug. 9. The…
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate fell -0.2 percentage point to 4.8 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased by +19,600 in February, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. The January monthly change in payrolls was revised from…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College Business and Industry Training is offering a series of three classes that focus on characteristics of effective leaders, ethics, service, and both leadership and communication skills — with a special emphasis on listening and engaging with others effectively. Become the Leader Others Want to Follow focuses on the practical aspects…
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The Missouri House gave first-round approval Wednesday to a bill that would allow betting on major college and professional sports. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Dan Houx, R-Warrensburg, is the proposal preferred by the casinos and major sports teams, who would all get a piece of the action. A major part of the drive to allow…
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QUINCY — The Quincy School Board opted not to renew the contract of long time Quincy High School pommers coach Debby Bradshaw. Bradshaw spoke at Wednesday night’s School Board meeting and asked members not to follow the recommendation by QPS administration to not renew Bradshaw’s contract. Bradshaw said she wanted to stay on because she…
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Rural fire departments in Illinois are battling more than house fires. They’re also fighting a shortage of volunteers. In an effort to bolster the ranks, legislation is being proposed at the Illinois statehouse that would provide a $500 tax credit for would-be volunteers. During a news conference Wednesday, Margaret Vaughn, director of government affairs with…
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The Doctor of Love is in the office today. If you have no appointment, here are some words of advice anyway … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 242 of The Daily Dirt. 1. When it comes to men and women, there is little difference if your roots are in the 1960s or the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The V is for Vulture nature program is set for 9 a.m. Saturday at Riverview Park, Shelter No. 2, by the first overlook. “The valuable, valiant, V-flying vulture! What’s so ‘valuable’ about vultures?” said Gale Rublee, nature educator with Hannibal Parks & Recreation. “They just eat dead stuff. Exactly! Vultures are expert…
Read Full Article Devon K. Hawkins (27) 832 N. 8th, Quincy for FTA DUI, operating uninsured vehicle, unlicensed and fighting. Lodged 112 Crayton M. Rost (34) 1309 N. 26th, Quincy for operating an uninsured vehicle, driving on suspended license and suspended registration. NTA 175 Shawna L. Hill (45) 630 Jefferson, Quincy for FTA failure to yield private drive.…
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022-004867, 03/23/2022 @ 02:25:13, 1206 Mark Twain Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Crash – Non-Injury Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M Entered By C67 Chavez, M BGAdult FemaleCompl. Accident Non-Injury 03/23/2022Adult MaleInvolve Accident Non-Injury 03/23/2022Adult FemaleInvolve Accident Non-Injury 03/23/2022 Public Narrative Traffic Crash reported at 1206 Mark Twain Ave. 2022-004868, 03/23/2022 @ 03:08:05, 900 Church St BLK, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Noise Complaint Officer…
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