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ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Kaelin Rickey admitted during her testimony on Thursday that she kicked Dusty Wilson as he laid motionless on Main Street during the early morning hours of Oct. 9, 2022. Where she kicked Wilson remains unclear, depending on which version of the many times she’s talked about that night. Three witnesses testified…
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ST. CHARLES, Mo. — A former medical examiner for the city of St. Louis told a jury of six men and six women that he “fundamentally agreed” with the cause of death reported by the Boone County pathologist who recently completed an autopsy on Dusty Wilson. However, he disagreed with the report from a neuropathologist now living…
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QUINCY — In observance of Columbus Day, the following will be closed on Monday, Oct. 14: The following will run their normal schedule on Monday, Oct. 14: The Quincy City Council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, in City Hall Council Chambers.
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Not so much Crystal Pepsi, New Coke and some others … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,082 of The Daily Dirt 1. A good soft drink is akin to a good friend. Think about it … when times are tough, what’s one of the first things you often do? Go to…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Coleman Drew Harman and Alivea Kary Oenning of Quincy at 2:02 a.m. Oct. 1, 2024.A boy was born to Jonathan Newlon and Erika Church of Hamilton at 8:41 p.m. Oct. 1, 2024.A boy was born to Nathan and Anna Keller of Quincy at 8:43 p.m. Oct. 1, 2024.A…
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Jeanette L. Vowels, 43, 2225 N. 12th for Fighting. 111Jonathan M. Sultzman, 39, 501 Broadway for FTA Possession of Meth. Lodged 112/147Tyler J. Stroh, 19, Homeless for Aggravated Unlawful Use of Weapon & Unlawful Possession of Firearm. Lodged 112/147Cass D. Tasco, 34, homeless for FTA trespassing. Lodged 124Michelle Berry, Kahoka, Mo., reports her White 2021…
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Testimony in the Tiara Bonner trial concluded late Thursday afternoon, and a story about Thursday’s testimony will be published on Muddy River News on Friday morning. But first, an apology is in order. An Oct. 8, 2023 story, written by me for Muddy River News, reported Thomas Payne had been found guilty of third-degree assault in…
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CHICAGO – Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Quincy woman with sexual assault and manufacturing and disseminating child pornography. Blake S. Wakefield, 22, was charged in Adams County Circuit Court with three Class X felonies including one count of predatory criminal sexual assault, punishable by up to 60 years in prison; one count of manufacturing child…
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The Adams County Health Department urged residents to be aware of pertussis, a contagious respiratory illness also known as whooping cough, in a news release issued Thursday. Pertussis usually begins with cold-like symptoms, like a runny nose, low-grade fever and a mild cough. The cough worsens over the course of one to two weeks, though,…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) celebrated its students and staff in the surgical technology program during National Surgical Tech Week, observed from Sept. 16-20. The week highlighted the essential role certified surgical technologists play in healthcare and recognized the dedication of students working toward becoming vital members of surgical teams. Certified surgical technologists…
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Illinois surpassed $2 billion in tax revenue last year from all types of gambling and the state lottery – a record bolstered by continued growth in video gambling, sports betting and the opening of several new casinos. But that growth comes at the expense of Illinois’ traditional riverboat casinos and the horse racing industry, which…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A bird walk will be held beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at Sodalis Nature Preserve, sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation. Gale Rublee, a nationally certified interpreter guide with more than 25 years of experience in outdoor education, will lead the walk along with members of the Mississippi Hills Master…
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Luca Jameson Reardon, age 10 months, peacefully went to be with Jesus while in his mother’s arms and surrounded by his loving family on Monday, October 7, 2024 in St. Louis Children’s Hospital in Saint Louis, MO. Luca gave his family a beautiful short ten months. His mother truly believes that he was sent to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Exhibitors will fill the streets of Hannibal’s Main Street on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19 and 20, for the Hannibal Arts Council’s 48th annual Hannibal Folklife Festival. Festival hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. The two-day festival features artists, artisans,…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Springtime favorites such as daffodils, tulips and hyacinths won’t greet you next year if they’re not planted in the fall. “The bulbs of spring-blooming plants need to be in the ground now so they can go through a chilling process in the winter,” said David Trinklein, state horticulture specialist for University of…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police arrested two teens Wednesday afternoon on weapons charges. Just before 3:30 p.m., the Quincy Police Department responded to the 1000 block of North 5th Street for two individuals with firearms. Officers responded to the area and spoke to witnesses and were also able to obtain video surveillance from the incident. Officers…
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GOD 911 wards off challenge for top spot … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,081 of The Daily Dirt 1. It’s been a fantastic fall so far, in terms of coming across some wildly entertaining personal license plates. I think 2024 has been the best overall year of our Great Plate…
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ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Watching the body camera video from Allison Hamm, an officer with the Hannibal Police Department, as she attended to a lifeless Dusty Wilson on the morning of Oct. 9, 2022, brought tears to the eyes of many members of Wilson’s family Wednesday afternoon in a St. Charles County Courthouse courtroom. It…
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ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Karli Rickey said she went to Rumor Has It Bar and Grill on Hannibal’s Main Street in the early morning hours of Oct. 9, 2022, to pick up a bag of clothes from her sister, Kaelin. Moments later, Karli saw Dusty Wilson die in the street just 10 feet away as…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Sept. 1-30, 2024. Joseph Crane from Heather Crane on Sept. 5, 2024.Sarah Malaney from Shawn Malaney on Sept. 6, 2024.Timothy Walker from Sandra Walker on Sept. 9, 2024.Delaney Dose from Chad Dose on Sept. 12, 2024.Kenya K. Vaughn from Myles G.…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Bryan L. Bainter and Heaven L. Launer of Quincy sold a residence at 1011 Rim Road…
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QUINCY — Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, 926 Broadway, Suite 3, is having an open house from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11. Attendees will decorate pumpkins, play a variety of games, meet the staff and learn about the services provided. Land of Lincoln is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides…
Read Full Article Cashmere Stevens, 33, Quincy for Suspended Reg.Lisa Smith, 44, Quincy for Improper Driving.Gary Maske, 61, of Waterloo for Improper Lane Usage.Rushell A. Stanciel, 47, 1231 Maine, Apt 5 for Domestic Battery. Lodged 162Aisha R. Jackaron, 28, 330 1/2 S. 8th for Driving on Suspended License and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 227Cleola NMI Sigle, 62,…
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