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Meet Dot! Dot is 2 years old and is a terrier mix! She is just a little ball of energy and is incredibly sweet! Dot is always smiling, wagging her tail, and loves affection! With her big ears, brown eyes, and goofy personality, she is sure to steal your hearts. Dot is spayed, microchipped, up…
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Murder suspect claims ineffective assistance of counsel; attorney files motion to withdraw from case
QUINCY — Three weeks after a Clayton teen charged with first-degree murder filed a pro se motion claiming ineffective assistance of counsel, his attorney filed a motion to withdraw. Wyond L. Bynum, Jr., 19, wrote in his motion filed on Aug. 16 in Adams County Circuit Court that his attorney, Victor Smith of St. Louis,…
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The Missouri Supreme Court will decide whether an abortion-rights will end up on the Nov. 5 ballot after a Cole County judge ruled the proposed amendment violated state law. The case bypassed the court of appeals over the weekend and headed straight to the state’s highest court, which scheduled oral arguments for 8:30 a.m. Tuesday…
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If you say you’ve never stepped on one of those Lego pieces you’re either extraordinarily lucky — or lying … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,054 of The Daily Dirt 1. Never underestimate the power and/or resiliency of those Lego blocks. Never. In 1997, nearly 5 million Lego pieces were packed…
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It’s good to see the new multi-channel UHF TV antenna on the KHQA-TV tower and in operation. KHQA, followed by WGEM, has moved from broadcasting on VHF channels 7 and 10 at 7,000 to 10,000 watts effective radiated power (ERP) to UHF channels 22 and 19 at about one million watts ERP, making a strong…
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The weather has been dry the past few days. Many of you should be watering your vegetables to make sure they get plenty of water this time of year. When watering, water early in the morning or early in the evening for about one hour before sunset. Watering at these times of day will allow…
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Bryan Underwood, 42, 935 N. 4th for Violation of OP. Lodged 140Bailey Barlow, 29, Springfield for failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash and operating uninsured vehicle at 10th and Broadway. 169Linda M. Morgan, 63, Bowen for stealing. 140Kelly A. Thomas, 48, 1330 Spring Street for retail theft under $300. 106Sarah M. Powell, 35,…
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EWING, Mo. — An 11-year-old boy from Ewing, Mo., was airlifted to Quincy after his ATV crashed into another ATV on Saturday night. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the accident occurred at approximately 6:38 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 21229 260th Street, three miles west of Ewing. The juvenile was driving a 2001…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is investigating multiple reports of a male exposing himself at various locations in Quincy during the past two weeks, committing lewd acts in the view of juveniles and showing them inappropriate photos on his phone. Victims report that the suspect’s vehicle has stopped at locations ahead of their path,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Having spent a lifetime of making art, Terry Newell of Carthage, Ill., is bringing his work to Alliance Art Gallery for September. Newell recently has been concentrating on western-themed acrylic paintings inspired by a childhood that included playing cowboys and Indians with his brother. He has spent time with Native Americans and…
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TAYLOR, Mo. — Prinsco recently announced a new location in Taylor to serve agricultural drainage contractors and farmers in eastern Missouri, western Illinois and southern Iowa. The distribution yard in Taylor will have on-site staff and delivery drivers during regular business hours with extended hours during the busy season. Customers in this region will have…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department currently has COMIRNATY, the 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine, available for people older than age 18. Pediatric doses will be made available as soon as they are in stock. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone ages 6 months and older receive an updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Sept. 4 for Grand Prairie of Macomb as it celebrated the completion of a multi-year refresh to its supportive living community. The facility received new paint, carpet and flooring throughout, as well as lounge furniture and enhancements…
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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Look no further than your local woods for fresh, flavorful fruits and nuts says University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist Kelly McGowan. In the woods, you’ll find a colorful and tasty assortment of edible delights, including wild strawberry, gooseberry, raspberry, blackberry, blueberry, plums, mulberry, elderberry, grapes, persimmons, pawpaws and nuts, McGowan says.…
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Raise your hand if you were alive at the time JFK’s assassination. If you raised your hand, I would wager you can remember exactly where you were and what time of day it was … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,053 of The Daily Dirt 1. For those who lived through…
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QUINCY — The Beatles have received so many awards that it would take a while to scroll down this page if they were listed here. An Academy Award for the song, “Let It Be” … 11 Grammy wins … Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1988 … the No. 2 band…
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“It seems crazy, but it’s true that when I serve out the end of this second term, I will be the longest-serving Democratic governor in the history of Illinois,” Gov. JB Pritzker said last month during the Democratic National Convention. I looked it up and it’s true. Pat Quinn served about six years as governor,…
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QUINCY — Schools across the country are grappling with the challenge of keeping students engaged in the face of constant cellphone distractions, but local schools are proving that a firm approach to technology can make a difference. Cellphone use has been linked in many school districts nationwide to a decline in academic performance, poor school…
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QUINCY — If you see a heart-wrenching post about a lost pet, a senior in need or a missing child on your Facebook feed, think twice before you share. It could be the setup for a bait-and-switch scam. Bait-and-switch scam posts are often made in local “buy and sell” Facebook groups that have limited administrative…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park Band, in conjunction with the Quincy Service Club’s Flags of Honor, will present a concert beginning at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8 in Madison Park. The concert will honor first responders, including military, police, fire and emergency medical services. The park band will perform Aaron Copland’s “Fanfare for the Common…
Read Full Article Cory Leckbee, 28, of Quincy for Stealing. 122Dreston Brunk, 28, of Quincy for Retail Theft and FTA Consumption Minor. 122Michael E. Davis, 46), 301 Alcorn for Suspended Registration. 135Joseph E. Mefford, 29, 626 Harrison for FTA Obtain License after Revoked. Lodged 132Dawn L. Hoener, 41, 622 Spring for Leaving the Scene, Operating Uninsured Vehicle &…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Ethen and Kaytin Baker of New Canton, Mo., at 8:24 a.m. Aug. 26, 2024.A boy was born to Kody Dale and Jessa Lee Kropp of Camp Point at 8:40 p.m. Aug. 26, 2024A girl was born to Chad and Allison Weaver of Mount Pleasant, S.C., at 10:27 Aug.…
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