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Dorothy “Jean” Arp, 97, of Quincy, died peacefully January 22, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Born August 27, 1927, Jean was a daughter of Matthew J. and Agatha (Kohl) Ehrhart. She married Harry J. Arp June 14, 1947, in St. Francis Catholic Church, in Quincy. He preceded her in death. Jean was a 1945…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 20, 2025 Wilson was always the driving force behind the band’s “surf sound” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,233 of The Daily Dirt 1. I remember a particular Friday afternoon like it was yesterday. It was the early fall of 1966 and I went to…
Read Full Article Catrina Sander, 28, of Hannibal, Mo., for Operate Motor Vehicle Reg Suspended.Beau L. McGinley, 44, of Quincy was arrested on tickets on file for trespassing and theft at 9th and Broadway. NTA 120Larry D. Curby, 48, of Quincy for Driving While License Revoked. 113Justin M. Reid, 36, of Quincy on warrants for FTA possession of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University President Brian McGee issued a statement Wednesday morning saying one of the college’s employees violated its policies regarding political activity. McGee said an unnamed QU employee “wrongly agreed to ask the members of an athletic team to distribute campaign flyers favoring one of the mayoral candidates.” The candidate was Linda Moore,…
Read Full Article Financial markets continue to evolve at a rapid pace, and as investors seek opportunities, they are paying close attention to the core principles by which companies operate. Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it is a fundamental requirement. Freedom Holding Corp., a Nasdaq-listed, US-based financial services company, is basing its global expansion on environmental, social,…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — Actor and comedian Jay Pharoah will take the stage at Western Illinois University in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. Pharoah is best known for his spot-on impressions. He spent six seasons as a cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.”…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation recently awarded a $4,000 grant to Special Olympics Missouri supporting its annual track and field meet. This year’s event will welcome an estimated 156 competitors. Eighty percent of the students are from the Hannibal School District. Mississippi Valley State School, Palmyra, Ralls County, Marion County R-II and North Shelby…
Read Full Article QUINCY — “March into Fitness” is the topic of the Blessing Health diabetes support group meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. There is no cost to attend the meeting. Register to reserve a seat by calling 217-277-5000. Deb Derhake, Blessing Diabetes Center program coordinator, and…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation will hold its anniversary gala Friday, April 4, at Lake Hill Winery. A social hour begins at 6 p.m., followed by a short program at 6:45 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. The announcement of the silent cake auction winners and the live auction will follow dinner. Matt and…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 19, 2025 WHUT IF becomes fourth plate to hold the gold medal position this year … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,233 of The Daily Dirt 1. There’s a new sheriff in town. WHUT IF becomes the fourth license plate to hold the gold medal position…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — Perhaps one of the most favored hobbies of gardeners, wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts is to feed the birds. Setting out a bird feeder with seed or suet cakes is a popular way many people use to feed the birds, but there are other methods we can employ. You can grow plants…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Two members of the Quincy Police Department have been invited to participate in the 32nd annual Top Cops Awards dinner on May 12 during National Police Week in Washington, D.C. Officers Gabriel VanderMaiden and Matt Hermsmeier were among the 19 officers selected to be recognized. The National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO), which represents…
Read Full Article PARIS, Mo. — Much of the testimony on the second day of the Lyle Miller first-degree murder trial in Monroe County Circuit Court revolved around Miller’s relationship with Betty Hayes and the search for her when she was missing for 589 days before she was found in a pond on a 40-acer lot Miller owned…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Stephanie Little of Barry at 5:33 p.m. Mar. 10, 2025.A girl was born to Michael Fischer and Jewel Hester of Quincy at 12:55 p.m. Mar. 11, 2025.A girl was born to Bradley Jobe and Alize’ Hernandez of Clayton at 2:05 p.m. Mar. 11, 2025.A boy was born to…
Read Full Article I tried really hard to not to get involved. As an elected official, it’s important to recognize your role, and when it’s important to make a statement and when to allow the dust to settle. However, a comment made about the employees of the Quincy Park District was so egregious that it requires rebuttal. A…
Read Full Article RALLS COUNTY, Mo. — Katie Carlin, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Marion County, Missouri, has announced her candidacy for Ralls County Prosecuting Attorney. With a love for the Ralls County community and a passion for fighting for justice, Carlin has taken the oath to support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Missouri.…
Read Full Article Douglas W. Fields, 60, last known address of 1500 block of Park Avenue in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for delivery of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine. Fields is 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs 225 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers…
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