Top Local News For the Quincy/Hannibal Area in 2013
As 2013 comes to an end, we take a look back at some of the year's biggest local news stories.
Do You Make New Year’s Resolutions? How Long Do You Keep Them?
Happy New Year! There will be a lot of talk in the coming weeks about New Year's resolutions, but do people actually sit down and make them anymore?
Majors Arrested Following Accident on Stardust
An accident on Stardust Drive involving several vehicles resulted in multiple injuries, ranging from minor to serious, on Friday afternoon. Hannibal Police announced that an arrest had been made following the accident, and have now released the name of the suspect.
Blues and Blackhawks Alumni Exhibition Game to Benefit Illinois Tornado Victims
Several Illinois communities were devastated by a series of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that ripped through the region on November 17. Hundreds sustained injuries during the tornadoes, at least eight people lost their lives, and the property damage has been catastrophic. The tornadoes led Illinois Governor Pat Quinn to declare disaster areas in seven counties. On January 15, an exhibition hockey game - featuring former St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks players - will raise funds for the victims of November's tornadoes.
Lorde Coming to St. Louis in 2014, but Finding Tickets Could be Difficult
Would it be going too far to say that Lorde is the biggest act in all of music? Maybe, but not by much. 'Royals' is such a big hit, everyone's singing it, and by everyone, we mean other musicians. 'Royals' is so successful that when people like Jason Derulo, or country music's Craig Campbell (what?) cover the song, it makes headlines. Lorde is still a teenager, but already she's hit the top of the charts in the U.S., her native New Zealand, Canada, Belgium, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Scottland, Venezuela and the UK. Maybe she is the biggest act in all of music...In 2014, Lorde will be performing in St. Louis!
What Are the Most Common New Year’s Resolutions?
The year is coming to an end. It won't be long before all of those commercials advertising weight loss and fitness products are all over TV and radio. There's a reason good deals are offered on gym memberships every January: Weight loss is one of the most common - if not the most common - New Year's resolutions, year after year. Quitting smoking, getting a better job, and improving finances also rank among the top issues Americans would like to improve in their lives.
One Direction, Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke and More Coming to St. Louis Next Year: Which Show Will Be the Best?
The lineup of talent coming through St. Louis in 2014 is impressive. One Direction, Miley Cyrus, Robine Thicke and Lorde are just a few of the stars that already have St. Louis dates marked in the concert calender for next year.
25 Films Added to National Film Registry by the Library of Congress – How Many Have You Seen?
25 films chosen for inclusion on the National Film Registry were officially announced on December 18. Every year, films are chosen by the Library of Congress for preservation.
Quincy Police Department Issues Statement Regarding New Cell Phone Law in Illinois
It is a good idea to familiarize oneself with new laws that go into effect with the start of each new year. Laws vary from state to state, and many of them do not necessarily have an impact on everyone, but a new law regarding cell phone use while driving in Illinois is one that we should all be aware of.
‘My 600 lb Life’ Returns for Second Season on TLC – Will Tell the Story of Illinois Woman
On January 7, the second season of 'My 600 lb Life' will begin on TLC. The series will tell the stories of eight individuals – each weighing over 600 pounds – through a year-long journey as they try to lose weight. One of those eight people will be Olivia, from Cicero, Illinois.