Michael, please. Not Mike. I was born and raised in Chicago. Even though I have not lived in the “Big City” since 1992, I still consider myself a Chicagoan (Go Bears!). Other than listening to music, I love to cook. Most weekends you can find me in my kitchen creating something. Nothing fancy, just something out of the ordinary. If you check out my blogs I will occasionally post a recipe I have created. Of course, I had to wire speakers in to my kitchen so I can have music playing while I create. Preferably some Jazz selections – Stanley Turrentine, Charlie Haden, Vince Guaraldi, and the like. When I am not cooking, you can either find me curled up on the couch watching a movie (Blues Brothers, Mr. Holland’s Opus, Goodfellas, Casino), or in my car just driving around.
Michael Rose
Fall Giveaway – You Could Win a Luxury Suite at Heartland Lodge! Have You Signed Up Yet?
No, we are not giving away wet leaves and scarecrows. The Fall Giveaway consists of a two-night stay in a luxury suite at Harpole's Heartland Lodge in Pike County, IL. and a $1,000 Visa Gift Card from Mercantile Bank and Trust!
Jimmy Fallon At The Peabody In St. Louis October 14
Jimmy Fallon is making an appearance in St. Louis
Tax Free Weekend in Illinois?
It has almost become a tradition around this time of year - Tax Free Holiday. A way to save money on those "back to school" items on (or around) the first weekend in August.
Tax Free Weekend Missouri
It has almost become a tradition around this time of year - Tax Free Holiday in Missouri. This is a way for families to save money when making Back to School Purchases.
LMAO Comedy Series Returns to The State Room in Quincy July 19
Those that know me know I love to laugh. This is why I am so excited about the next LMAO Comedy Series.
July 4th Fireworks Shows in and Near Quincy and Hannibal
July 4th Fireworks Shows in and near Quincy and Hannibal
Both Ends Of The Rainbow – Does This Mean Two Pots Of Gold?
One of the better benefits of the rain is getting to see a rainbow. Last nights rainbow was spectacular! Almost a complete arc, some of it even doubled. I don't ever recall seeing a rainbow so large as the one from last night:
Hannibal Tornado – Scenes From This Morning
According to the National Weather Service, a tornado was sighted in Hannibal last night. Representatives from the NWS will be in town today to confirm whether it was straight line winds or an actual tornado (and what class).
Here are pictures of some of the damage I witnessed this morning:
When Is Graduation? A List of High School Graduation Ceremony Times for Quincy, Hannibal and Surrounding Area
Graduation time is here! 13-years of hard work have all come down to this. As the parent of a Senior, I couldn't be prouder.
For those of you looking for information about this years area graduation ceremonies, I have taken the liberty of making the phone calls for you...
3rd Annual Smokin’ on the Lake KCBS BBQ Competition at Mark Twain Landing Resort
The 3rd Annual Smokin' on the Lake KCBS BBQ Competition is May 17 & 18 at Mark Twain Landing Resort.