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Daily Dirt: These guys all have ‘the vocal range and a captivating stage presence’
Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024 I never knew Elvis had that kind of influence on The Boss … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 844 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s a man’s world, right? Well, at least when it comes to rock music, according to writer Laura McMillan. MacMillan, who…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Not all of those old classic rock songs were classic
Daily Dirt for Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 If you immediately turn the radio channel when one of the following oldies comes on, we are brothers … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 843 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Daily Dirt deals a lot with the “best of” particular items concerning various avenues…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: It’s a good week to binge on some old favorites
Start your holiday journey with “Yellowstone” and “Breaking Bad” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 821 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The holiday season brings a perfect time to catch up on — or enjoy again — some of the best “bingeworthy” TV series of all time. Or, maybe enjoy a…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: So … if you’ve always thought the Duke actually said it, does that make you … stupid?
W.C. Fields may have nailed the best overall philosophy concerning life. Be patient, just keep reading … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 809 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the favorite movie lines that until recently I thought belonged to the late John Wayne is, “Life is hard. It’s harder…
Read MoreJeff Spear, community leader, passes
QUINCY — Jeffrey George Spear, age 67, of Quincy, died at 4:30 pm on Friday, December 8, 2023 in his home, surrounded by his family. He was born December 16, 1955 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of George Harry and Charlotte Hansen Spear. On June 9, 1978, he married Theresa Lynn Powers in Quincy. She…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: From ‘Angel Eyes’ to ‘Funky Cold Medina,’ the most memorable songs from 35 years ago
Roxette was one of the most underrated groups of the late 1980s and early 1990s … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 806 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s hard to believe it was 35 years ago we were all singing along to the following tunes, which I’ve ranked, of course, because…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: ‘A lot of people like snow. I find it to be an unnecessary freezing of water’
Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023 All these years later, the man they call Dirt is still following the sun … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 795 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Even thought it was expected, it was still quite a shock to wake up the other day and see…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Christmastime is wonderful, except when singing ‘Wonderful Christmastime’
Daily Dirt for Friday, Nov. 24, 2024 I would rather listen to any Christmas song recorded by Steven Wright than hear “Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney ever again … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 791 of The Daily Dirt. 1. OK, Thanksgiving is officially over and we are now full throttle into…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: ‘That’s the true spirit of Christmas — people being helped by people other than me’
A true Christmas miracle? Designer Melanie White may have nailed it in today’s first thought … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 783 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Bah, humbug? We’re getting closer and closer to the time of the year when families gather to celebrate a six-week period we like to…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Brando, Pacino and Cagney: If you ‘slap them in a dream, you better wake up and apologize’
Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023 I’m considering a name change, possibly Don Vito Eighinger … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 751 of The Daily Dirt. 1. At the home office of The Daily Dirt we regularly have fun with famous quotes, and today is one of those days. Our subject is most…
Read MoreQuincy Public Schools Foundation to honor James B. Stewart
Pulitzer Prize-winning author James B. Stewart is a 1969 graduate of Quincy High School and is receiving the school’s distinguished alumni award on Nov. 3. You can purchase tickets online at qpsfoundation.org/ntdb.
Read MoreFloating circus navigating Mississippi River plans free shows in Canton, Quincy and Hannibal this weekend
QUINCY — A troupe of musicians, circus performers and puppeteers floating along the Mississippi River will be stopping in three cities to give free performances this weekend. The Flotsam River Circus will perform Friday in Mississippi River Park in Canton, Mo., Saturday at Clat Adams Park in Quincy and Sunday in Hannibal during the Big River Steampunk…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: 3 billion crayons a year, 12 million a day … and the most popular ones are blue
Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023 When you get to the part about America’s sunniest cities, don’t be disappointed if Quincy is not on the list … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 690 of The Daily Dirt. 1. With that first day of school just around the corner, here are…
Read MoreQuincy University Board of Trustees adds four new members
QUINCY — The Quincy University Board of Trustees recently elected four new members: Sam Banks, Jean Buckley, Murphy Grant and Mary Mooney. In a press release, Ralph Oakley, chair of the QU Board of Trustees, said, “Our new class of trustees adds to an already strong board that is helping guide QU. This group of…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Tom Brady makes more than the president, but he’s probably had a better year, too
Daily Dirt for Friday, July 14, 2023 Jim Rome is entertaining, but $30 million worth of entertaining?. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 665 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Who says sports doesn’t pay? Or rather, pay off? Check out the salaries of the top five network sports personalities, and compare them…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Is it time consider a Cardinals rebuild?
Some midseason thoughts, division by division, about the greatest game in the world … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 662 of The Daily Dirt. 1. MLB is taking a few days off for its traditional All-Star Game activities, so what better time to offer some quick takes about each of the…
Read MoreCanadian wildfires causing air quality index to spike throughout Midwest, but numbers in Quincy remain normal for now
QUINCY — If you noted a haze around Quincy Tuesday, you’re not alone. “When I walked in this morning about seven o’clock, it didn’t look bad,” said Dr. Julia Montejo, an allergy, asthma and immunology specialist for Blessing Health. “But then I was looking out the window when I was discharging in a patient from…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: If you need a hot dog at the game, might want to avoid Baltimore
And if you plan on taking the family out for a night at the ole ballyard, you’ll probably want to skip Fenway Park in Boston … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 631 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There is no better companion for a Major League Baseball game than a hot…
Read MoreHannibal-LaGrange appoints Vicars as interim vice president of business and operations
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University recently appointed Sonia Vicars as tinterim vice president of business and operations. Vicars is a familiar face to the Hannibal-LaGrange community, serving as a trustee from 2010 to 2020. Before joining Hannibal-LaGrange University, Vicars had a distinguished career at Boeing, where she spent 35 years in business contracting and supply…
Read MoreState report: Illinois Catholic churches harbored hundreds more abusers than previously disclosed
Attorney general closes out 4.5-year investigation into abuse at hands of Catholic clerics in Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Catholic dioceses in Illinois failed to disclose hundreds of abusive clerics before the state opened what would become a years-long investigation into sex abuse within the church, Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced Tuesday. Included in a scathing 700-page report published…
Read MoreLocal pharmacist goes before Supreme Court in case claiming two supermarkets overcharged government for prescription drugs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two whistleblowers on April 18 asked the U.S. Supreme Court to revive their False Claims Act cases, contending a lower court applied an improper knowledge standard when it rejected their claims that a pair of supermarkets overcharged the government for prescription drugs. One of the whistleblowers is Tracy Schutte, a Payson, Ill.,…
Read MoreIllinois Supreme Court considers whether a fetus can be ‘victim’ of murder
CHICAGO — In 2007, Reginald Lane shot and killed Jwonda Thurston, his pregnant girlfriend. For the murder, he was sentenced to life in prison, following state statute for someone who is found guilty of killing “more than one victim.” On Thursday, the Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments in Lane’s case, specifically around whether Lane was…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: McDonald’s sells 6.48 million burgers every day
The Golden Arches also serve 69 million customers each day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 598 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s an argument that has raged for years. Should it be considered fast food, or simply food prepared fast? Honestly, I’d rather worry less about semantics and more about the…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: We’re No. 2! And can I get you a pulled pork sandwich topped with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups?
Daily Dirt for Monday, April 10, 2023 For the record, I bought the Shania Twain and Donna Lewis records. Yes, there were still “records” back then. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 575 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Being No. 1 is important to Americans, whether it’s were your favorite college football…
Read More60 Years: Richard and Mary Lou Venvertloh
Ricard and Mary Lou Venvertloh were married April 20,1963 in St.Francis Catholic Church. They are the parents of Jackie (Jr.) Dreyer of Quincy,Greg Venvertloh of Olymia Wa, Theresa (late Daryl) Stoll of Quincy,Brian (Ronda)Venvertloh of Fowler,David (Judy) Venvertloh of Mendon, Cindy (John) Baselice of Quincy, Karl (Shelly)Venvertloh of Quincy. 19 grandchildren 17 great grandchildren adding…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Cardinals will win division, but Padres will win the World Series
The next seven months, it is baseball season. Wahoo! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 565 of The Daily Dirt 1. It’s Opening Day for the MLB season. For some, it’s like Christmas in March. I’m one of those. The Daily Dirt will celebrate the start of baseball season by forecasting…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: From writing in cursive to those nasty bowl haircuts, some things are no longer needed
Daily Dirt for Sunday, March 12, 2023 Admit it, we all had a friend or even a relative who was regularly subjected to the bowl haircut. What were those parents possibly thinking? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 550 of The Daily Dirt. 1. OK, baby boomers. Think back to your youth…
Read MoreColumbia College administrator hired as provost, vice president for academic affairs at QU
QUINCY — Sarah Vordtriede-Patton has been hired as the provost and vice president for academic affairs at Quincy University. She will assume the role on July 1, 2023. Teresa Reed, the current vice president for academic affairs, is retiring at the end of this academic year. Vordtriede-Patton has 30 years of experience in higher education, ranging from…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: It’s early, but Mets look like team to beat in N.L.
If you’re wondering why the Cardinals are not in my top five, just look at that starting rotation … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 531 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Spring training is now fully underway, and with that in mind here are my way-too-early MLB rankings, Today, we look at…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: The accuracy of some of those 100-year-old predictions is rather scary
Daily Dirt for Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 And in other instances, not so much … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 526 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A bunch of forecasts from 1923 — that’s exactly 100 years ago for those counting — were recently compiled by writer Michael Yiernan for digitaltrends.com.…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: We miss Harry, Jack and Vin, but Kuip, Jason and Pat are pretty good, too
Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd — and bring your favorite “voice” with you… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 523 of The Daily Dirt. 1. With MLB spring training getting ready to ramp up, that means we’ll soon be listening to our favorite baseball announcers,…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm … a name is a name is name
Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023 If I would have had another daughter, I think Sunday Molly would be a great choice. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 512 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’ve always been fascinated with names. In particular, first names. The fact I have a daughter named…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Red hots! Get your red hots!
Hot diggity dog! Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 504 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are few things I enjoy more at a sporting event than a grilled hot dog. Not, under any circumstances, a boiled hot dog. That’s like comparing a sirloin steak to a salmon patty. (For the record,…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Steve and his funny names
If I had to choose any of the following names for my own, I think I would go with “Chris P. Bacon” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 493 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Daily life is difficult enough, but what if you were saddled with one of these actual names?…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Ummm, no thanks. I prefer my candy canes minus the ketchup
What possesses some people to purposely try and come up with such disgusting things to eat? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 483 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Few things say “Happy Holidays” like sitting down to a scrumptious family meal. Well, when that happens for you at some point in the…
Read MoreWinter commencement ceremony at QU celebrates 62 undergrads, 10 graduate students
QUINCY — Quincy University held its winter commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 10, in Pepsi Arena. The 2022 graduating class is comprised of 62 undergraduate and 10 graduate degree recipients. University marshal Robert Mejer, distinguished professor of art, and assistant marshals David Kirchhofer and Scott Luaders, professors of physics and chemistry, led the procession. QU…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Christmastime would not be Christmastime without Darlene Love
There are some great contemporary Christmas songs, and then there is “Wonderful Christmastime” by Paul McCartney and Wings. Ugh … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 477 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re less than two weeks away from Christmas, which means Steve is singing Christmas songs in the mancave. These are three…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Yes, I was a little disappointed with ‘Yellowstone’ premier, but confident that Rip, Beth will pick up the the pace
I think a perfect song to have playing in the background when Beth walks on to a scene is Elton John’s “The Bitch Is Back” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 450 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: This time of the year, there’s nothing better than to be scared to death in the comfort of your own living room
Halloween always triggers the season of scary movies, and really, what better way is there to spend a dark, fall night than being half scared to death in the comfort of your own living room?
Read MoreDaily Dirt: It’s difficult to imagine life without hamburgers
Daily Dirt for Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 The hamburger may be the most perfect food ever created … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 429 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It would be safe to say that next to my wife, our kids, the Cleveland Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes, the thing…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: From Sam and Diane to Doug and Carrie, love can be a many splendored thing
If I would have had my choice to have been any of the characters in today’s first thought it would have been Greg Sumner. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 379 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreTwo physicians join Illini Rural Health Clinic
PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Dr. Dakota Lammy and Dr. Alborz Javadzadeh have joined the medical staff of Illini Rural Health Clinic. Lammy is a family medicine provider. Born in Alton and raised in Calhoun County, Lammy earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford and completed a three-year family medicine…
Read MoreRather than risk losing airline service, City Council opts for single-engine aircraft from Southern Airways Express
Troup was pleased to see aldermen vote to accept the recommendation of the Aeronautics Committee and interim airport director Gabriel Hanafin to recommend to the U.S. Department of Transportation that Southern Airways Express of Palm Beach, Fla., provide essential air service at Quincy Regional Airport. Troup hopes to get official confirmation from the Department of Transportation next month.
Read MoreSouthern Airways Express gets committee recommendation for Quincy Regional Airport service
QUINCY — Quincy’s Aeronautics Committee has recommended Southern Airways Express to be the city’s next Essential Air Service provider.
Read MoreAirlines make their pitches to serve Quincy Regional Airport
QUINCY — A packed house filled the Quincy City Council chambers Monday before the regularly scheduled meeting of the aldermen to hear from two airlines hoping to serve as the Essential Air Service provider for Quincy’s airport.
Read MoreDaily Dirt: For it’s one, two, three dogs you’re full at the old balllllgame!
Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 23, 2022 Don’t complain about MLB ballpark prices. Just be glad there’s no pandemic or labor stoppage denying us our addiction to the national pastime … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 345 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Prices go up. It’s a fact of life. MLB…
Read MoreAeronautics committee concerned that EAS proposals only call for single-engine planes at Quincy Regional Airport
QUINCY — Interim airport director Gabriel Hanafin hopes representatives from the two airlines bidding to become Quincy’s essential air service provider will make presentations before a Quincy City Council meeting in late July or early August. However, members of the Aeronautics Committee expressed reluctance during Wednesday’s meeting in City Council chambers to give their blessing…
Read MoreQuincy receives EAS proposals from two airlines; public forums to be scheduled with both
QUINCY — The Aeronautics Committee will meet Wednesday afternoon to discuss proposals from two airlines to become the essential air service provider for Quincy Regional Airport. Interim Airport Director Gabriel Hanafin said the U.S. Department of Transportation received proposals from San Francisco-based Boutique Air and from Southern Airways Express out of Palm Beach, Fla. Hanafin…
Read MoreEleven local businesses receive more than $2 million in PPP loans; Adams County gets more than $150 million
QUINCY — The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) gave more than 2,800 loans totaling more than $150 million in Adams County in 2020 and 2021, and 11 Adams County businesses received more than $2 million in PPP loans. Shippers Rental Company, a specialized freight long-distance trucking company at 3803 Dye Road, received the largest single loan…
Read MoreDAILY DIRT: Chicago ranked ahead of Los Angeles and New York City — when it comes to rat infestation
Chicago may not have much to hang its hat on sports-wise, but … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 311 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreReal estate transfers from Pike County for May 16-20
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. Vickie L. Summers of Barry sold a residence at 654 S. Cherry in Pittsfield to Dalton…
Read MoreLocal students named to dean’s list at Western Illinois University
MACOMB — A total of 1,080 undergraduate students enrolled at Western Illinois University were named to the 2022 spring dean’s list. To receive this award, an undergraduate student must earn at least a 3.6 grade point average on a scale of 4.0, which equals an A in a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded…
Read MoreQuincy Notre Dame hands diplomas to 83 graduates
QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame High School graduated its second class of 83 students on May 15. The commencement address was given by John Spring, former mayor of Quincy and past executive director of the QND Foundation. Ray Heilmann, former Quincy Notre Dame principal, gave the invocation. Msgr. Leo Enlow, pastor of The Church of…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Whoa! Can Brady possibly be worth that Fox contract? … and reconnecting with memories of Debra Winger
I think Debra Winger and I could have been a match. That’s all I’m saying … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 283 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreShortage of pilots forces Cape Air to submit 90-day notice to end passenger air service to Quincy; airline can’t leave until replacement is found
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was updated at 8:48 p.m. Wednesday. QUINCY — After agreeing to a four-year, $10.8 million contract in September to be the essential air service provider for Quincy Regional Airport, Cape Air notified the U.S. Department of Transportation on Tuesday of its intent to end passenger air service in Quincy. Andrew Bonney,…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Being the heartwarming type of guy that he is, Steve never liked taking money out of his friends’ pockets
Neil will be a lifelong friend. You’ll know why in a few moments … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 276 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreDaily Dirt: It’s May, and that’s a good thing … and it’s almost time to wish Willie Mays happy birthday No. 91
It’s officially May, and that’s a good thing … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 273 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreQU Retirees Association elects new officers, executive committee members
QUINCY — The Quincy University Retired Faculty-Staff Association recently elected officers and executive committee members for 2022-23 at its annual meeting. Officers are Kevin Steinkamp, president; Mary Ann Klein, secretary; and Pat Laytham, treasurer. Members at large are Joanne Ortwerth, Joe Messina, Jean Green and Bill Postiglione. Father Joe Zimmerman is the immediate past president, Paul Brown…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: I Gotta Go Now’ or ‘Take Two And Hit To Right’ for best epitaph?
I’m sure Merv Griffin was probably a great guy, but I always thought he was a terrible talk-show host … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 269 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Steve is walking on sunshine in anticipation of those lazy-hazy-crazy days of summer…and baseball!
ESPN experts feel it could be a long summer for the St. Louis Cardinals. How long? You’ll know once you work your way through Thought No. 3 … Welcome to Vol. 253 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreDaily Dirt: From college basketball to Barkley to bullet ice, this is a great time of the year
Daily Dirt for Friday, March 18, 2022 This is one of those weekends when most wives are smart enough to leave their husbands alone. I think you know why. Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 237 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Now that world is somewhat back to normal — or at least getting…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: To this day, we still love Maggie, Caroline, Beth, Eileen and Annie
I think I got something to say to you … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 235 of The Daily Dirt
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Take me out the ball game, take me out to the crowd … and what was it that Jake the Snake said about Andre the Giant?
he sky’s a little bluer today, the pastries a bit tastier and visions of 90-foot baseslines are dancing through my head … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 235 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreSpring choir concert by QU music department set for 7 p.m. Thursday
QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Department will present the spring choir concert “Your Story Matters” at 7 p.m. Thursday in the QU Chapel in Francis Hall, 1800 College. The concert is free and open to the public. Under the baton of Kristin Ramseyer, director of choirs, and accompanied by pianist Laura Kammerer, the concert will…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: ‘Manfred will be the next villain in the Batman movie and he’ll be a good one’
variety of voices concerning the situation. I tried to pick out a few of the best comments I have found in the last couple of days. Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 229 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Was your mom more like Peg Bundy or June Cleaver?
When you think about your mom, I’m sure most of your memories are heartwarming — but what if some of the following TV moms had helped raise you?… With that in mind, welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 226 of The Daily Dirt.
Read MoreGreat Books program at Quincy University to feature history professor
QUINCY — J. Matthew Ward, visiting assistant professor of history, will be the featured speaker for Quincy University’s Great Books program from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Feb. 23 in MacHugh Theatre (basement of Francis Hall), 1800 College. Ward’s talk, titled “The 1619 Project – Who Controls History?”, will examine the power of history and the politics surrounding…
Read MoreMissouri AG Schmitt sues dozens of schools over mask mandates
Just as he had promised earlier in the week, Attorney General Eric Schmitt unveiled a slate of lawsuits against Missouri schools Friday in an effort to halt their mask policies.
Read MoreMissouri attorney general sends ‘cease and desist’ letters to school districts over COVID-19 mandates
The Missouri Attorney General’s Office has sent nearly three dozen school districts letters instructing them to halt COVID-19 mandates — such as mandatory face coverings, quarantines, or vaccines — this week. The letters, which instruct the districts to “cease and desist” their orders, also say the Attorney General’s Office will begin an investigation into “alleged failure to follow the law.” All…
Read MoreA trip to Twain’s “other” home on his birthday
HARTFORD, CT – Ask most Tri-State residents what comes to mind when they hear the name “Mark Twain.” You’ll probably get recollections from Hannibal’s most famous son’s growing-up years: visions of connived fence-painting, treks in forbidden caves, the endless lure of the Mississippi River, and perhaps even a misplaced (but celebrated) jumping frog. The more…
Read MoreGray Gallery, Great River Watercolor Society to host annual workshop
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…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: I’m a boomer, and I’m not changing
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…
Read MoreHPD Blotter for October 28, 2021
2021-021844, 10/26/2021 @ 00:17:06, US 61 James Rd, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 034 DeLaPorte, R T Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Male Suspect Drive While Susp/Revoked Cleared by Arrest-Adult 10/26/2021 Suspect Fail to Register Mtr Veh Written Warning 10/26/2021 Suspect No Proof of Insurance Cleared by Arrest-Adult…
Read MoreUnplugged
HERMANN, Mo. — When my wife, Ellen, suggested we get away for a long weekend with friends to historic Hermann, I thought it was a great idea. While Hermann is known for its numerous wineries along the Missouri River, there also are distilleries, craft brewers and many German-themed shops and restaurants, with the Hermann Wurst…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Those Famous Amos cookies now have a whole new level of appreciation
I’m still blown away by this Wally Amos fellow. I think you will be, too. Sit back, relax and enjoy today’s three thoughts in Vol. 103 of the Daily Dirt. 1. Ever have one of those days when, almost by accident, you stumble across an incredibly interesting bit of information? Today was one of those…
Read MoreHPD Blotter for October 19, 2021
422 N Main St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Alarm – Burglar Officer Assigned 034 DeLaPorte, R T Entered By C52 Holley, B P Adult Compl. False Alarm 10/18/2021 Adult Victim False Alarm 10/18/2021 Adult Suspect False Alarm Administratively Closed 10/18/2021 Public Narrative Alarm reported at 422 N Main St. 2021-021303, 10/18/2021…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Mary and Mariska lead list of impactful women
Daily Dirt for Oct. 13, 2021 I’ll be honest. I always loved Mary Tyler Moore, from her early days on “The Dick Van Dyke Show” to her brilliant years on the program that carried her name on the marquee. Mary passed away Jan. 25, 2017. She was 80 at the time of her passing, and to…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Houston, we have a problem…Steve forgot something
Weekend Twin Spin: Daily Dirt for Oct. 2-3, 2021A Tom Hanks film festival would be downright awesome Selecting my five favorite Tom Hanks films for Vol. 84 of the Daily Dirt was much more difficult than I expected. That guy has had a quite a career. Here are today’s three thoughts: 1. Hanks was recently voted…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: Double your pleasure
Daily Dirt for Aug. 28, 2021 The more things change, the more they stay the same Welcome to the last weekend of August. Falling leaves and crisp temperatures can’t be that far away, can they? While you’re pondering that, let’s have some fun with the three thoughts from Vol. 50 of the Daily Dirt. A.…
Read MoreDaily Dirt: If you remember these quotes, you might be kind of a big deal
Daily Dirt for Aug. 24, 2021 I’ve made no secret about my long love affair with the silver screen, which is the top topic in Vol. 46 of the Daily Dirt. Since I was a wee lad — well, at least a lad — I have loved movies, and for decades even had them all…
Read MoreNew Missouri law mandates private space and break times for breastfeeding teachers
Eight months after her son was born, Webster Groves High School teacher Jaime Adamski broke down in tears at her doctor’s office. Her breast milk had declined significantly since she had gone back to work. “I was depressed, angry, frustrated,” she said. “I felt like I was not a good enough mother because I wasn’t…
Read MoreEighinger: Don’t overlook the often-overlooked 1980s
By Steve Eighinger, Muddy River News Minister of Culture For many, the 1980s represented the widest collection of pop music styles to ever cross over and form one massive genre. Never before, and not since, have so many eclectic ventures worked their way into mainstream listening. Maybe that’s why the 1980s were voted the No.…
Read MoreSchuckman: Dinkheller’s disappointment won’t discourage him from bleeding Cubbie blue
QUINCY — Cooper Dinkheller is astute enough at 13 years old to understand professional baseball is a business and a majority of decisions are based on revenue and cost above loyalty and trust. The reality of that hit home Friday. And it hurt. In less than 24 hours, the Cubs’ front office traded away the…
Read MoreSchuckman: Let’s have a ball
By Matt Schuckman Let’s have a ball. Isn’t that what sports are all about anyway? The joy of playing catch. The freedom to run, fall down, get back up and do it again. The happiness of getting dirty doing something so fun. The elation that comes with every first — first catch, first touchdown, first…
Read MoreQU’s Martin selected in sixth round of MLB draft by Cubs
QUINCY — Riley Martin tried to treat Monday like any other day. He played catch at a baseball field in his hometown of Salem, Ill., then worked out at a local gym. He went to his father’s house where hamburgers were served for lunch, but he didn’t feel like eating much. That happens when you’re…
Read MoreDaily Dirt for July 10, 2021
by Steve Eighinger Sit back, grab a snack and enjoy Vol. 2 of today’s three thoughts: 1. With the new James Bond movie set to premier in early October, who are your all-time favorite Bond girls? Here are mine: A. Honey Ryder (Ursula Andress): It was 59 years ago she dazzled us in “Dr. No,”…
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