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It’s the biggest federal corruption investigation in years, but the most remarkable thing about the Commonwealth Edison bribery probe in 2021 might be what didn’t happen. The year began with pressure mounting on Michael Madigan, the then-powerful House speaker whose ironclad grip on the General Assembly was slipping after being exposed the previous summer as…
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2022-000031, 01/02/2022 @ 06:38:17, 215 Progress Rd , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Alarm – Burglar Officer Assigned 035 Tripp, A M Entered By C53 Keith, G M Adult Compl. False Alarm 01/02/2022 Adult Male Contact False Alarm 01/02/2022 Adult Victim False Alarm 01/02/2022 Adult Suspect False Alarm Administratively Closed 01/02/2022 Public Narrative An alarm was reported at 215 Progress Rd. 2022-000032, 01/02/2022 @ 09:39:10, 1817 Broadway , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Disturbance – In…
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Shelby Wires (29) of Quincy, arrested for FTA Malicious Mischief, Fighting, Trespassing, and Peace Disturbance at 933 N 11th. NTA 125 Una C Henderson (60) of Quincy, reports her 2020 Ford was struck at 8th and Lind. 153 Elvin Ochoa-Montes, 29, Olman Flores, 29, and Lisabeth FunezGaleano, 19, for shoplifting at 1400 Harrison on 12-31-21.…
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Dear Muddy River News: I don’t think many parents are aware of SB 818 being passed by Illinois. This revamps sex education (K-12) in schools, and it is global, according to a documentary I found online. It is about 35 minutes long. I don’t know if you have already covered this, but all people need to be aware…
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As we wrap up 2021, Muddy River News looks back at its most popular podcasts. These are the rankings according to our analytics, not personal preferences. MRN Editor David Adam and his younger brother, Joel, take a few moments to remember the passing of their father, Bill Adam, who died Sept. 2, 2021. They remember…
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QUINCY — Kai Joshua Eugene Woods was the first baby born in 2022 at Blessing Hospital’s Blessed Beginnings maternity center, the son of Dawn Clayton and Kouri Woods of Quincy. Kai was born at 8:15 a.m. Saturday. “It’s exciting,” Clayton said. “It wasn’t something that I expected. Kai was due on February 2. He decided…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Parks and Recreation indoor horseshoe league recently ended its 44th year with a tournament. About 22 people participated in the league Sundays at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center, which started in September. The league winners were: 1st Place: Rob Peak and Tim Rees 2nd Place: Quentin Cooper and Paul…
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MOUNT VERNON, Mo. – University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole said he received a report recently of cows in southwestern Missouri being killed by perilla mint, a toxic plant. Cole urges producers to plan to destroy the annual plant in pastures next spring or summer. Broadleaf pasture herbicides, applied April through June before…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network recently recognized Illini Community Hospital for its ongoing commitment to exceptional quality of care, during a ceremony at the I-Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign. Illini Community Hospital was recognized for being in the top 10 percent of all critical access hospitals in the country for…
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Daily Dirt for Jan. 2, 2022 Has anyone incorrectly written “2021” instead of “2022” yet? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that equal Vol. 176 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It’s the week after Christmas, and many of us will be in the process of returning presents. A sweater may be too big or ugly, a…
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QUINCY — Miss Quincy Scholarship Program officials announced Saturday the 73rd annual Miss Quincy and Miss Quincy’s Outstanding Teen Competition, presented by Gully Transportation, will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at Quincy Community Theatre. Lindsey Hess, executive director of the program, is pleased the competition is moving forward after the pageant was canceled in…
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GALENA, Mo. – If there was ever a time to do a soil test, this is it, says University of Missouri Extension agronomist Tim Schnakenberg. Rising fertilizer prices make it too expensive to guess on how to apply nutrients, says Schnakenberg. Soil tests can prevent buying and applying fertilizer where not needed. See the MU…
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The following students graduated from Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences in December 2021: Master of Science in NursingJennifer Eling, QuincyLisa Harker, QuincyJessica Nuebel, QuincyKrystle VonderHaar, QuincySarah Redington, Avon, Ill. Bachelor of Science in NursingPrecious Thomas, QuincyKelsey Rees, Payson, Ill.Anmarie Dosier, Lewistown, Mo.Erin Rubemeyer-Crane, New London, Mo.Stefanie Carballo, Keller, Texas Associate of Science in…
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Daily Dirt for Jan. 1, 2022 Happy New Year’s, loyal and faithful readers. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 175 of the Daily Dirt. 1. New Year’s Day is always a time when life seems to start anew. Here are some sentiments that underline that thinking: Ellen Goodman, American journalist: “We spend Jan.…
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As we wrap up 2021, Muddy River News looks back at its most read stories. These are the rankings according to our analytics, not personal preferences. The Breaking News category consists of stories that most of the other local media may or may not have covered as we reacted to the events of the day.…
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QUINCY — A gas leak at a downtown Quincy restaurant forced the evacuation of a quarter of a city block. Quincy Fire Department received the call after 1:40 p.m. Friday. All businesses and residences in the buildings that line the northwest side of Sixth Street were evacuated. The QFD incident commander said Ameren was on…
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PARIS, Mo. — The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance with a missing person investigation. Betty Hayes, 88, was reported missing at approximately 4:24 p.m. Dec. 17. The last known contact with Hayes was by a family member on the evening of Dec. 16. She was believed to have been…
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This is my last post of 2021. I’ll be enjoying college football, a beverage or two and my fireplace before the sun goes down. The last three years have been such a roller coaster. Personally, our family has survived and thrived despite the many obstacles we have faced. The blessings far outweigh the disappointments. Professionally,…
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Illinois driver services facilities will be closed for two weeks to try to slow the spread of COVID-19 after the start of the year. Because of increased cases, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White has announced the state’s driver services facilities will be closed for the first two weeks of the new year. “After careful…
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MOUNT VERNON, Mo. – When temperatures fall, beef producers should watch for signs of fescue foot in their beef herds. “As the cold weather moves in, you are likely to notice some cows or yearlings on fescue pastures may be slow-moving early in the day,” says University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole. This…
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MACOMB, Ill. — “Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.” This quote, which has likely made it onto posters in classrooms and by the coffee pot in the breakroom, is from philosopher William James. A new year is often heralded with a renewed sense of hope. A restart! However, the older…
Read Full Article Troy L Smith, 44, Quincy for peace disturbance in the 300 block of Elm. N.T.A. 135 Damon M Anderson, 25, Quincy for violation of order of protection at 8th and Payson. Lodged. 152 Timothy W Gibson, 47, Quincy for F.T.A. no light on a motor bike and a new charge of possession of meth less…
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It’s New Year’s Eve, folks. Be careful out there … welcome to today’s three thoughts in Vol. 174 of the Daily Dirt. 1. OK, Christmas and all the goodies that accompany it have come and gone. New Year’s and some more serious eating is almost upon us, but soon these brutal holidays — in terms…
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The Quincy native and co-founder/chief executive of Tanninger Companies sits down with Muddy River News to talk about the company’s mission, his path, the rebirth of The Patio and giving back to his hometown. Muddy River News This Week is furnished by Harvey’s.
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As we wrap up 2021, Muddy River News looks back at its most read stories. These are the rankings according to our analytics, not personal preferences. The Courts category consists of stories on crimes, lawsuits and other court related actions. Blessing, QMG begin terminating or suspending non-vaccinated employees; legal action filed Monday — This case…
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