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When the Quincy City Council first approved the Quincy Workforce Relocation Assistance Program (Q-WRAP) in August, Quincy Mayor Mike Troup said he hoped the program would be so successful that he would be back before the Council to ask for more funding. At Monday night’s City Council meeting, the mayor asked and the aldermen answered.…
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QUINCY — After working in the restaurant industry for 20 years, Rebecca Lee always had wanted to own her own restaurant. “It was just one of those dreams that never happened,” she said. Until now. Monday was the first day for Lil’ Abnors Omelette Shack at 938 Maine in the former Pops Pizza building. Lee…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at 6:54 p.m. Sunday in a parking lot in the 900 block of Broadway. A male victim suffered a single gunshot wound and was transported to Blessing Hospital by private vehicle for treatment. The investigation is ongoing. No suspects are in custody. Anyone…
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When I write for Muddy River Vibe, it is usually about something that has piqued my interest and something I want to share with the general public. That is exactly what Jeff and Shelly Rasche do with their knowledge and skillsets of art, life, and good parties. They make it interesting, and they share it…
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For those who know me, it is no secret that my favorite time of the day is anytime involving a meal. That’s why our monthly “Lunch with Steve” episodes of the Daily Dirt are always my favorites to produce. These virtual lunches always inspire me — to get up from chair in the mancave and…
Read Full Article Erik A Burgess, 32, Quincy on an original warrant for unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon at 20th and Vermont. Lodged. 174, 148 Dylan M Test, 18, Quincy for following too close at Hwy 24 and Gardner Park Rd. P.T.C. 152 2 Gracey E Hickerson, 19, Quincy for improper driving at 3301 Broadway.…
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BARRY, Ill. – Dave Forshey bought a vehicle service contract with St. Louis-based CarShield in June 2020 to cover any problems with the motor, engine and transmission in his 2011 Ford F150. “I told them my truck had more than 289,000 miles on it,” he said. “I really didn’t think they’d take (the policy). That’s…
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SPRINGFIELD — Illinois lawmakers gave final approval in the early hours of Friday morning to a new congressional redistricting plan that divides the state into 17 districts, one fewer than it currently has due to its loss of population since the 2010 U.S. Census. It was the fourth draft plan that legislative Democrats had proposed over the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery and the Great River Watercolor Society will be the host of the watercolor workshop, “From Sketchbook Studies to Watercolor Works: A Creative Process,” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 in Room 436 in QU’s Francis Hall, 18th and College. Brian Anderson will review the process of using a portable…
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Yeah, I’m getting kind of excited. We’re a week away from “Yellowstone” again being a part of our lives. My sister-in-law, Julie Fisher, emails me regularly about how many days we are away from the return of Rip Wheeler and friends. If you’re not familiar with “Yellowstone,” check out the first of today’s three thoughts…
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Derek Price of DP Construction is making an impact on Downtown Quincy. Business Spotlight is brought to you by Cason, Huff and Schlueter insurance.
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Daily Dirt for Oct. 30, 2021 College football is heading toward the finish line, which means it is a marvelous time of the year. Part of today’s three thoughts in Vol. 112 of the Daily Direct will deal with that very subject. You’re welcome. 1. First of all, I love pro football, but when compared…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation has created a partnership with local restaurants called “Dine to Dream Big” from Nov. 1-5 to raise funds for the annual Dream Big campaign as part of the larger “Week to Dream Big” campaign blitz. A portion of each participating restaurant’s proceeds for the day will be contributed to the foundation. The schedule is: Monday:…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man is in the Marion County Jail after he was linked to multiple vehicle fires. On Oct. 20th and Oct. 26th, officers with the Hannibal Police Department responded to vehicle fires at a business in the 300 block of Mark Twain Avenue. Detectives with the Hannibal Police Department investigated the fires…
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Bob Gough talks to Bruce Guthrie, who will be moving from The District to the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce in November.
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QUINCY — Quincy University dedicated a campus street clock in honor of president emeritus Phil Conover in a ceremony on Friday. The “Conover Clock” was dedicated in honor of Conover’s service to the university community as a volunteer, trustee and president. “Phil Conover has made many profoundly important contributions to Quincy University over a long and distinguished career,” said Brian…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — As the gardening season winds down, many of us will begin cleaning up our landscapes for the winter. While cutting back dead plants and raking leaves can make for a clean-looking yard, it may not be the best thing for pollinators and other wildlife that inhabit our landscapes. How should we approach…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Saturday is the last day of the Central Park Farmers Market for the 2021 season. Market hours are 7:30 a.m. to noon. Market manager Steve Huse said the vendors have been pleased with the turnout of customers this year. “We have had a lot of new vendors and a lot of new…
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MARK TWAIN LAKE, Mo. — Firewood cutting for personal use will be allowed by permit on designated areas of Mark Twain Lake, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The cutting period will begin Monday and continue through Feb. 25, 2022. Firewood cutting areas may closed for short durations during this period to accommodate hunting seasons,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department is offering drive-through trick-or-treating on Halloween at Central Fire Station, 906 Vermont, from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday. Parents can pull into Central Fire Station driveway off Ninth Street. Cars can drive through the station. Kids will be entertained by Halloween decorations as they receive treats. Firefighters at neighborhood out-stations…
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QUINCY — Bigger and better. That’s what Terry Traeder is envisioning in 2022 when it comes to the Grand Prix of Karting at South Park, plus the regular bi-monthly competition at TNT Kartways in West Quincy, Mo. “I think the growth in both will continue,” Traeder said. Traeder is a former world champion karter who…
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Many aspects of modern technology might as well be a foreign language to many boomers, including myself. Hopefully, the first of today’s three thoughts will provide some insight in Vol. 111 of the Daily DIrt. 1. The older I get — and I am definitely old — the more I realize how set in their ways…
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2021-022072, 10/28/2021 @ 06:31:04, 500 Head Ln block, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Abandoned Vehicle Officer Assigned 022 Benn, D J Entered By 028 Traw, W J Adult Victim- Abandonment of Motor Veh 10/28/2021 Adult Compl. Abandonment of Motor Veh 10/28/2021 Adult Suspect Abandonment of Motor Veh Unfounded 10/28/2021 Public Narrative Abandoned vehicle 500 Head Ln. 2021-022073, 10/28/2021 @ 06:45:49, x , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Drugs Information Officer Assigned 029 Wilt, M E …
Read Full Article Olaolu Olatunde (19) 821 N. 18th Quincy, IL for shoplifting at 1723 Broadway. NTA. 168 Denis Delgado reported the passenger window on his 01 Porsche was broken on 10/5/21 109 Yvonne Dudgeon (66) 812 College St. Canton, MO for failure to yield private drive at 29th and Broadway. PTC. 104 Dustin Gillaspie (29) 1112 Adams…
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