I sure am glad all of my kids are done with their college years … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 416 of The Daily Dirt.
Steve Eighinger
Kohl’s annual fall food show transforms OLC into a commonwealth of cuisine
The annual Kohl’s Wholesale fall food show, which dates back to 1989, transformed the Oakley-Lindsay Center into its traditional commonwealth of cuisine, a virtual monarchy of munchies.
DAILY DIRT: Husbands, sometimes it’s best to just throw yourself on ‘the mercy of the court’
All husbands have been there. You’re in trouble and have no excuse or alibi to provide The Little Woman? So what do you say? What do you do?
DAILY DIRT: ‘See the tree how big it’s grown, but friend it hasn’t been too long it wasn’t big …’
(PUBLISHER’S NOTE: No, Steve. It wouldn’t be fair. The man has won TWO Oscars! Mystic River and Milk. JRG)
DAILY DIRT: ‘The Walking Dead’ marches toward what should be an epic finale
The final episode of “The Walking Dead” will air six days before the Ohio State-Michigan football game. That will be a big week in the Eighinger household … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 407 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: If you live in Illinois, you’re likely happier than if you live in Missouri … or so they say
If you’re happy and you now it, clap your hands! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 404 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The Doctor of Love says what is said and what is meant can be two entirely different things
Ladies, I’m always hear to help. Remember, they don’t call me the Doctor of Love for no reason … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 398 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Ladies and gentlemen, would you please welcome Christina Claire Simonella!
If I had become a country singer, I think I would have gone by Stevie Teardrop … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 397 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Life is too short to miss out on the beautiful things like a double cheeseburger’
Have you recovered from that first full weekend of football? If so, have a cheeseburger … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 396 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘You look like something I’d draw with my left hand’
Admit it. We all love to administer a quality insult. … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 391 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘And all at once, summer collapsed into fall’
From a guy’s standpoint, is there really a better time of the year than when the MLB races are going down to the wire, college football is still in its infant stages and the NFL is right around the corner? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 389 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: If Erma had her way, Steve would have been declared dead dozens of times
Ladies, cherish today. For some of you, it will be the last Sunday afternoon and evening your husband will leave his favorite recliner before some time in early 2023 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 387 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: People in Big Bottom have long been the butt of a lot of jokes
Before we get to the Big Bottom thing, I wonder if Brian Kelly will find himself on the hot seat at LSU after week one? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 386 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Let’s go, Honkers! Keep your heads up, Witches! Beetdiggers rock!
How did geese get to California? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 385 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The daylight hours are growing shorter, it’s time to start planning for those movie evenings with The Little Woman
Before we get into today’s topic(s), where the heck did the summer go? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 382 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Only three schools have realistic shot at national title
High school football opened in West-Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri this week and NCAA college football kicks off this weekend … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 380 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY 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.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Stressflation’ might be the next buzzword of this wacky time
I wonder if that new word (“stressflation”) has been patented yet? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 377 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The next Bond is not the only question that needs answered — how about the next Superman?
1. Granted, the next major announcement from the motion-picture world will be about who will be next James Bond, but a close second might be who will donning the blue tights as the new Superman.
DAILY DIRT: If only he could have pushed himself away from that dinner plate …
Your favorite bonebreaker, when it comes to famous martial arts movie stars? Keep reading … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 375 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: For kids and parents alike, this can be a rough time of the year
Alarm clocks, anyone? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 373 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Yellowstone,’ ‘Archer’ lead list of best returning TV shows
Next to the Christmas holidays and the opening of MLB and college football seasons, this is my favorite time of the year. It’s when we start getting word from the various TV networks and streaming services about the return of our favorite programs and what’s new on the horizon … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 371 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Seriously, what were the parents thinking?
Seriously, what were the parents thinking?
DAILY DIRT: Another musical loss for the baby boomer generation
I’ve been extremely grateful there’s a outlet like YouTube out there. Those old Diana Ross and the Supremes songs have sound especially good this week… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 367 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Thanks for the memories, Olivia
And so we begin Year 2 of The Daily Dirt … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 366 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: A year ago, Dirt turned into Mud
Today marks one full year of providing The Daily Dirt for Muddy River News. It’s been a great 365 days working with the people at the Big Muddy. I will be forever grateful to publishing czar J. Robert Gough for enticing me out of retirement, even if it’s only for a handful of contributions each week. And I am even more grateful to the readers of this space who — on a daily basis — drop me emails, texts and even an occasional phone call. I hope to be hearing from even more of you in the coming year!
DAILY DIRT: Steve will always give 110 percent and take it one game at a time
Raise your hand if you liked those old Molly Ringwald films … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 364 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: It’s just another manic Monday, or so they say
That many people — 59 percent — can’t be wrong, right? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 363 of The Daily Dirt.
Sinnock ‘can’t imagine not being a part’ of annual Quincy-to-Peoria run that raises funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
More than 60 runners from Quincy and Hannibal are taking part. The participants left downtown Quincy around 2:30 p.m. Friday, and will eventually arrive in Peoria sometime Saturday afternoon. The 135-mile sojourn will see each of the runners log at least “15 to 20 miles” each, according to first-year coordinator Caitlin Kendrick.
DAILY DIRT: Michael and Boy George up top… but what about Prince?
(PUBLISHER’S NOTE…Steve…good God…You have Boy Freaking George ahead of Prince? And while the small-town Midwestern boy in me loves some Cougar and Adams…really? The debate here is Prince or MJ for the top spot. JRG)
DAILY DIRT: There’s “Rod the Mod”…and then there’s everyone else
Music, much like life itself, was undergoing a major transformation in the 1970s. The following were 10 of the artists who made that decade sound so good … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 359 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Dusty, Ronnie and Diana set the pace for the girls of the ’60s
We’ll be touching on three of my favorite items in life today: music, baseball and “Yellowstone” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 355 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘On the sixth day, God created man, the sort of result you often get when you go in to work on a Saturday’
I kind of lean toward Alan King’s feelings about what makes Saturday a special day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 354 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Summers come, summers go … fortunately, the memories last forever”
Remember that first summer when baseball took a backseat to young love? I think the following songs will remind you … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 353 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY MUDDY: There she is…
Ashley and Steve Eighinger talk about the Adams County Fair Queen Pageant and the start of this year’s fair.
DAILY DIRT: They call it…tater salad
Please, please, please, just provide me with some hot fudge… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 347 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: From Spunky Puddle to Mary’s Igloo, it’s time to get out the atlas
As much as I enjoy Bruce Springsteen, I won’t be attending any of his 2023 concerts … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 344 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The best second-half races will be in the Central divisions … and what about those cobwebs?
Among other things today, we rubber stamp the greatness of Shohei Ohtani … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 343 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Whether you believe in Bigfoot or not, this is rather extreme
If there actually was a Bigfoot, wouldn’t you think he would eventually find his way to terrorizing some remote fast-food site? After all, a place like that would have plenty of food, right (including the workers)? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 342 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: From ‘The Left Arm of God’ to ‘Gunboat,’ baseball nicknames have always been a wonderful part of the sport
I think I would have liked to have met Bill Keister … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 341 of The Daily Dirt.
Your weekend double dose of DAILY DIRT
Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 16, 2022You can have all the Kardashians, I’ll take Mary Chapin Carpenter If I had never met my wonderful wife, Kathy, I would have probably wound up married to Mary Chapin Carpenter … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 339 of The Daily Dirt 1. Do you […]
DAILY DIRT: Lou Grant, Louie DePalma, Al Swearangen among the best TV bosses ever
Sometimes when I look in the mirror I see a reflection of Lou Grant. Jus sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 338 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Lunch with Steve’ takes a trip to yesteryear
Did you ever wonder what happened to Anson Williams? Wonder no more … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 336 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Stan Musial was “The Man” in many ways
The world could use Stan Musial right now … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 326 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: We’re zeroing in on ‘Exploding Christmas’ time
“Exploding Christmas?” That’s a new one … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 324 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Most annoying personalities? Let’s start with these five
If you ever travel to China, make sure you double check the preparation process involving anything with an egg. You’ll thank me in a minute … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 323 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Ahhh … sweet memories of ‘When Harry Met Sally’ and Vic Davalillo
I’d almost guarantee anyone reading today’s first item will smile, remembering being on a date with someone they cared about and seeing one of these films … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 322 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Gerry and the Pacemakers…music to snooze by
Daily Dirt for Thursday, June 23, 2022.
DAILY DIRT: Next time you’re in the bathroom, think about this…
The bathtub thing in the first thought absolutely boggles my mind … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 318 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Late nights would be so much better with a new wave of Lettermans, Carsons and Lenos
Sadly, there will likely never be another David Letterman, Johnny Carson or Jay Leno… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 316 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: You have to look good to play good, right?
I’m sure you’ll have your own opinion about today’s first thought, and feel free to chime in on the Dave Clark songs in No. 3 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 315 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Despite the heat, summer is still much better than shoveling snow and hoping your car will start
While summer is more desirable than winter no matter how warm it gets, it’s OK to admit it’s still not much fun when have to walk outside in a sultry 90-degree June afternoon … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 314 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘I was so much older then, I’m younger than that now’
The Byrds are, at times, one of those hall of fame groups that get pushed to the back burner because their best years conflicted with the Beatles and other British invasion bands. They are, however, worth remembering … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 313 of The Daily Dirt
DAILY DIRT: Will LUV YADI ever be dethroned, or simply retired as the champion plate?
A plate is a plate is a plate — unless YADI is involved … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 312 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY 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.
DAILY DIRT: Female TV cops don’t get enough credit
“Cagney and Lacey” was a major hit police drama back in the Big ’80s, a program I feel has stood the test of time for some important reasons … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 310 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Disco? Just get down and boogie, oogie, oogie
Ahhh, the era of disco, which gave us the only song, I believe, to ever include the phrase “burn that mutha down” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 309 of The Daily Dirt
DAILY DIRT: ‘The other sports are just sports. Baseball is love.’
Take me out to the ballgame, take me out to the crowd, buy me some peanuts and cracker jack … yeah, you know how it goes. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 308 of The Daily Dirt
DAILY DIRT: Looking back, Don McLean got robbed in 1972
“So bye-bye, Miss American Pie, drove my Chevy to the levee, but the levee was dry” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 307 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY MUDDY: Steve Eighinger talks Quincy Grand Prix
Ashley Conrad talks about enjoying “After Blues” and finds out more about the Quincy Grand Prix of Karting from the Maharaja of Racing, Steve Eighinger.
‘I got tired of watching’: Fulks back behind the wheel at Grand Prix of Karting
This weekend marks the 36th overall Grand Prix of Karting at South Park and the fourth since its 2018 return as there was no Grand Prix during the 2020 pandemic year.
DAILY DIRT: A 1983 remark about the Soviet Union ringing true again
Who wants to make a sojourn to Deadhorse, Alaska? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 306 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The mullet, big hair, side ponytails and leg warmers — what a glorious time
The biggest head scratcher among today’s musings is probably No. 3 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 305 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: It’s never too early to celebrate Father’s Day
The calendar says Father’s Day is June 19, but there’s no reason we can start a little early in acknowledging dear old dad … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 304 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: Spain may have the perfect plan for pairing frustrated callers with a real, live human being
You may just want to skip to No. 3 and the “sphincter” comment … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 301 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Snickers’ rules top 10 confectionery items, but where is Milky Way?
I can proudly say I regularly consume — and enjoy — each and every one of the following top 10 candy items, although one irritates me because of the thin, aluminum-foilish wrapping … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 296 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘Cold Case’ emerges from the dead to entertain again
When I was younger, I never had much use for reruns. That’s all changed, as you’ll see in today’s first comment … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 296 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: The Spirit of ’76
We add another year to our baby boomer lookback at favorite songs, today returning to the 1970s and a rather festive time coast to coast. And if you are interested in keeping score there are exactly three of the following worth of being included on such a list … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 293 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY DIRT: ‘The Warriors’ deserves that remake … can you-u-u-u dig it?!
Daily Dirt for Monday, May 23, 2022.
Daily Dirt: ‘Andy Griffith Show’ lovers have lost another connection with that classic program
Barney Fife may have been the most memorable TV character of my childhood. I’m proud to say I always loved “The Andy Griffith Show” and always will … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 288 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: ‘Thanks in advance,’ but ‘it is what it is’ because ‘I tell it like it is’
If anyone reading this has ever been to Upperthong in West Yorkshire, England, please feel free to contact me … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 287 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: How about a chocolate-covered pickle in Fart, Va.?
First off, all of the information presented today is true. All of the food items, all of the town names and all of the high school nicknames — while arguably disgusting or questionable — are factual … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 286 of The Daily Dirt
Daily Dirt: Let’s go see one of the ‘Friday the 13th’ films, and pass the Heath bars
I never realized so many of those “Friday the 13th” films were — drum roll, please — released on Friday the 13th … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 284 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: ‘It’s not that I don’t like exercise … Oh wait, yes, yes it is’
For the record, I never tried out for the cast of Saturday Night Live. More about SNL in a minute … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 284 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily 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.
Daily Dirt: They may be old, but they can still rock … and let’s tip our hats in memory of Paul Revere and the Raiders
One of the very first .45s I bought as a teenager was a Paul Revere and the Raiders song. I’ve always felt the Raiders were one of the most underrated groups in the early years of when rock went mainstream … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 282 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: It’s doubtful whether Mary Cotton ever received a hug on Mother’s Day
If your mom is still with you today, make sure you give her a hug … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 279 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: ‘Yellowstone,’ ‘Blue Bloods’ and ‘1883’ rule Steve’s final TV rankings
“Yellowstone” is the perfect show with the perfect cast. No wonder it is No. 1 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 276 of The Daily Dirt.
DAILY MUDDY: Cinco De Mayo Edition
Ashley Conrad gives us the scoop on flying out of Quincy, talks to Steve Eighinger about the return of racing to Adams County and being on both sides of the bar for Cinco De Mayo.
Daily 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.
Daily Dirt: ‘The world in general, and music in particular, was changing at this point in time’
Stevie Love became Stevie Love during the Summer of Love.
Daily Dirt: When looking for the perfect name of your boat, just relax and let ship happen
It’s been more than 20 years since I have been a boat, and I’m in no hurry for that streak to end … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 268 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: There are definitely some things we can live without … and who will be first MLB manager to get canned?
The bottled-water thing has confused me for years. So have those huge rolls of toilet paper … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 267 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Steve will pass on the big-butt ants, plus a lot of other things
Let’s just call this disgusting food day. (PUBLISHER’S NOTE: You mean ANOTHER disgusting food day? JRG) I apologize in advance … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 265 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: ‘Spring is the time of the year when it is summer in the sun and winter in the shade’
At some point, life will get warmer in the spring, or so I am told… All that and more in today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 264 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Start the day with candy, cap it off with the Bristol dirt race at ‘The Last Great Colosseum’
Welcome to Vol. 261 of The Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts.
Daily Dirt: ‘Blessed are the pizza-makers, for they shall be called children of God’
Of all the foods in the world, I think a pizza is probably the most perfect … Welcome to Vol. 260 of The Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts.
Daily Dirt: Not all TV program rankings are accurate, espcially this one
Welcome to Vol. 258 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: From Elvis to the Zombies to ZZ Top … and let’s not forget about Rosi Sasaki
Elvis was an incredible talent, but not a a songwriter … Welcome to Vol. 257 of The Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts.
Daily Dirt: From grilled meatballs to a pitcher named Noah
We’re into day two of the MLB season and I’m still on a backdoor slider high … Welcome to Vol. 253 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Even in Boring, Oregon, pepperoni would be the pizza topping of choice
Happy Opening Day to all of our readers who are baseball fans. This might be my favorite day of any year … Welcome to Vol. 252 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: A little Homer Simpson, a little Walter White and a lot of Al Bundy
Honestly, I think we all have a little Al Bundy and Homer Simpson in us … Welcome to Vol. 252 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Don’t recognize these catch phrases? Well … no soup for you!
I only have four words for you today: Who loves ya, baby?! … Welcome to Vol. 251 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: This is a day for the fool-ish … and remembering Knucksy and Le Grand Orange
ahh … welcome to April, one step closer to spring. It’s also kind of a holiday for some people … Welcome to Vol. 249 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: There’s a reason she’s not offended by those blonde jokes
There’s a reason she’s not offended by those blonde jokes
Daily Dirt: Brewers, Birds on the Bat should rule in NL Central
Birds on a bat, fuku chicken and a little yay or nay… Welcome to Vol. 247 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Make certain to cover the dead seal in oil to repel the flies and maggots
You may need a bottle of Pepto before working your way through today’s three thoughts and Vol. 246 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Are we really that strange to the rest of the world?
Vol. 245 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: From Michelle Pfeiffer to Sonic’s Breakfast Toaster, it’s a gold-medal day
Michelle Pfeiffer joins Denzel Washington atop our favorites’ list … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 240 of The Daily Dirt.
Daily Dirt: Give me a Denzel Washington movie, a bag of chips and a Classic Coke and I’d be good for the evening
Growing up, I had visions of being the next Paul Newman. I had to eventually settle for being the second Bluto Blutarsky … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 239 of The Daily Dirt.
