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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri CASA Conference was held Oct. 5 at the Missouri S&T Innovation Lab in Rolla. More than 140 CASA staff, volunteers, board members and guests came together for a day of learning, collaboration and inspiration. In a press release, Brock Whisler, program services coordinator at the Missouri CASA Association, said, “We…
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NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ill. — The New Philadelphia Association has a new president. Gerald McWorter will replace Phil Bradshaw, who is retiring after serving as the founding president for 28 years. McWorter is the great-great-grandson of Frank and Lucy McWorter, the founders of New Philadelphia in 1836. McWorter is an emeritus professor at the University of Illinois and…
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QUINCY — The following items have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any of the property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489, and refer to the ID number when calling. First Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Black Samsung Phone 9-10-24 22324 Misc Keys including 2 Contico Keys 9-10-24 22324…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024 The most bothersome item about the following list? It has to be Dustin Hoffman’s “half-inch”…. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,094 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Who said you had to be 6-foot-4 and built like Superman to be a movie star? The following actors…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) has announced a special homecoming art gallery opening titled “Ruth (Ihrig) Foreman – A Retrospective: A Countrywoman with the Heart of an Artist.” The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Hagerman Gallery in the Roland Fine Arts Center. This exhibition…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — The safety of the U.S. pork supply is achieved through biosecurity protocols not only during National Pork Month in October but every day of the year to safeguard animal health, food safety, the environment and the economy. University of Missouri Extension’s Swine Team educates pork producers and workers on safety protocols throughout…
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QUINCY — The Great River Economic Development Foundation announced Tuesday that MadisonBadgley Peters has been promoted to the position of Vice President of the organization. This is a newly-created post as GREDF and its president, Kyle Moore, prepare for the likelihood that Moore will be elected to the Illinois House of Representatives next month. Moore…
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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. Tina D. Brown and Kevin Brown of Baylis sold a residence at 1200 Davis in Barry…
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QUINCY — The trial for a Quincy man facing a charge of first-degree murder remains on the December jury docket. Victor A. Weems III, 20, appeared Tuesday morning for a status hearing in Adams County Circuit Court before Circuit Judge Tad Brenner. He was represented by Matt Wayman with the Hammer Law Firm in St. Louis.…
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Having read the recent discussions about the 48th and State intersection, I hope the community does not get a negative impression of roundabouts (traffic circles) for future use. I grew up just north of Utica between Interstate 80 and Starved Rock State Park. There is now a very effective circle intersection at the junction of U.S.…
Read Full Article Hernan I. Marquez, 22, 3100 State for Failure to Obey Stop Sign and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 30th and Wisman. NTA 178Keegan D. Peters, 28, 2002 W. Hilltop Dr. for Improper Lane Usage at 4th and Vermont. NTA 126Emma Lee Fey, 32, Monroe City, Mo., for disregarding a stop sign. PTC 106Charles Allison III,…
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Rocky Lee Altgilbers, 74, of Quincy, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Iowa City VA Medical Center in Iowa City, IA. Rocky was born April 26, 1950, in Quincy, IL to Richard John and Elizabeth Jo Ann (Wear) Altgilbers. He shared a loving marriage with his wife, Tracey Altgilbers, since their wedding on…
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Teresa Ann Robinson, age 64, of Quincy, died Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 9:51 am in Blessing Hospital. Teresa was born January 28, 1960, in Rock Island, Illinois, the daughter of Charles Leroy and Mary F. Eiland Downs. She married Sheldon Robinson on July 5, 1992, in Canton, MO. Teresa grew up in Canton, MO,…
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Terrance M. ‘Terry’ McLernon, Sr., age 73, of Quincy, IL, died on Friday, October 18, 2024 in the Barry Community Care Center. He was born on January 14, 1951 in Chicago, the son of Don & Alice McLernon. Mr. McLernon worked in retail. He enjoyed fishing. He is survived by: CHILDREN: Lisa Saurerbier (Dan), Terry…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary recently raised more than $20,000 at its 10th annual Glitz Gala jewelry auction at the Hannibal Arts Council. All proceeds benefiting the auxiliary’s pledge to the Building Better Tomorrows campaign, which is focused on helping Hannibal Regional increase surgical capacity, expand critical care areas and invest in the future…
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James (Jim) W. Drew Jim passed away July 5, 2024 at 8:50 p.m. at the age of 79 in his home in Quincy, IL. He was born August 8, 1944 in Akron, Ohio and grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, the son of James W. Sr. and Sally (Shurtleff) Drew. A Memorial service will be…
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Dawn M. Meyer, 58, of Quincy, passed away at 7:59 am Saturday, October 19, 2024, at her home in Quincy, IL. Dawn was born February 15, 1966, in Quincy, IL to John “Jay” and Barbara (Brinkman) Meyer. A proud 1984 graduate of Quincy Notre Dame High School, Dawn was known for her unwavering work ethic,…
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Rosalie Walker 12/24/1923 – 10/13/2024 Rosalie Jeanette Sherrill Walker, 100, was born December 24, 1923, to James Thomas and Lila Clare (Simpson) Sherrill in Hamilton, IL. She graduated from Hamilton High School in 1941. She traveled to Mineral Wells, TX, in 1943, to marry James E. Walker. Rosalie was a war bride and returned to…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Justin Flath and Angel Lamb of Quincy at 8:41 a.m. Oct. 7, 2024.A boy was born to Geoffrey and Hannah Bimson of Lewistown, Mo., at 8:38 a.m. Oct. 8, 2024.A girl was born to Dakota Henson and Ashley Johnston of Pittsfield at 10:17 a.m. Oct. 8, 2024.A girl…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College invites the community to its Fall Fest from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, at its Quincy campus, 1301 S. 48th. This family-friendly event offers a variety of fun fall activities for all ages.
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CHICAGO — Opening arguments began Monday in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan, who faces 23 bribery, fraud, racketeering and conspiracy charges related to five “episodes” over the last 14 years. The former speaker wore a charcoal suit with a red tie, watching dispassionately and taking notes as federal prosecutor Sarah…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy artists received awards at the Shaw Art Fair in St. Louis on Oct. 5-6. Ceramicist Steve Ryan was presented with a fourth-place award in fine craft for his Obvara glazed pottery. Ann Miller Titus received the Best of Show award for her fiber artworks. The Shaw Art Fair, established in 1993, is organized…
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10/13/2024 @ 02:27:47, Highway Hh , Ralls County Nature of Complaint Disturbance.Public Narrative Deputy responded to a disturbance on Hwy HH.10/13/2024 @ 04:23:39, Highway 19 Shelburn Ln, Ralls County Nature of Complaint Motorist Assist.Public Narrative Deputy assisted a motorist on Hwy 19.10/13/2024 @ 09:29:38, Highway B Blk, Ralls County Nature of Complaint Information.Public Narrative Deputy…
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