by David Adam, MRN Editor QUINCY — The 91st annual Beaux Arts Ball will have two major changes. The date of the ball is March 26, 2022. The ball, an annual fundraiser for the Quincy Art Center, typically was held around Christmas. A press release from the Quincy Art Center said the date change … ...Read Full Article about Beaux Arts Ball moved to March 2022; students of any gender now can participate for top prizes
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‘It was just a matter of time’: City of Quincy shuts down Welcome Inn, displacing hundreds
By DAVID ADAMMuddy River News Editor QUINCY — Malcolm Thomas had heard rumors for several days. So he wasn't surprised when he and his girlfriend, Tarra Florea, learned Tuesday morning they had to move their belongings from the Welcome Inn, 200 Maine. “We already knew it was going to … ...Read Full Article about ‘It was just a matter of time’: City of Quincy shuts down Welcome Inn, displacing hundreds
Adams County Board no longer waiting on elevator (bid)
by J. Robert Gough, MRN Publisher After months of being stalled over lack of funding and then a dispute over bid specifications, the Adams County Board unanimously approved a $700,000 bid from Otis Elevator of Farmington, Connecticut. Adams County Board Chairman Kent Snider (R-4) called for … ...Read Full Article about Adams County Board no longer waiting on elevator (bid)
Home at 2200 York designated as local landmark
QUINCY — The Quincy City Council designated a home at 2200 York as a local landmark on March 29. A plaque presentation was made Tuesday by members of the Quincy Preservation Commission. The home, owned by Mike and Julie McLaghlin, is located within the Quincy East End National Historic District, … ...Read Full Article about Home at 2200 York designated as local landmark
Around the Region
Muddy River Opera Company presents “Helen” Friday night and Sunday afternoon
Muddy River Opera Company returns to the stage with the World Premiere of the opera Helen this weekend at the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium on the John Wood Community College campus. Helen is an adaption of Anne Brontë’s The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. This original opera was composed by … ...Read Full Article about Muddy River Opera Company presents “Helen” Friday night and Sunday afternoon
Ten law enforcement officers given State’s Attorney Challenge Coin
QUINCY — Adams County State's Attorney Gary Farha recognized 10 law enforcement officers at 2 p.m. Wednesday by for their dedication and outstanding work. Each officer received a State’s Attorney Challenge Coin, along with a certificate of appreciation, during a brief ceremony in Courtroom 1B … ...Read Full Article about Ten law enforcement officers given State’s Attorney Challenge Coin
The Adams County Fair starts tonight, full schedule right here
The Adams County Fair kicks off Wednesday. It’s pageant night - sponsored by Blessing Health System. The Little Mr. And Miss Adams County Fair competition kicks off tonight at 6:00 ...followed by the Miss Adams County Fair Queen pageant at 7:00p.m. Don’t miss the 5th Annual Sweetheart of Adams … ...Read Full Article about The Adams County Fair starts tonight, full schedule right here
Memorial Hospital in Carthage builds addition to serve cardiac, pulmonary, diabetes patients
CARTHAGE, Ill. — Construction has started on an addition to Memorial Hospital on the south side of the main hospital building. This addition will house additional needed space that will have a variety of functions. Plans to expand the hospital were delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic and … ...Read Full Article about Memorial Hospital in Carthage builds addition to serve cardiac, pulmonary, diabetes patients
Blotter
HPD Blotter for July 28, 2021
2021-014997, 07/27/2021 @ 00:43:22, 500 Bluff St A, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer Assigned 027 Myers, S N Entered By C67 Chavez, M BG Adult Male Involve Domestic (No Crime) 07/27/2021 Adult Female Compl. Domestic (No Crime) … ...Read Full Article about HPD Blotter for July 28, 2021
QPD Blotter for July 28, 2021
Cali N Stinnett (18) Ursa, IL for Speeding at 12th & Westwood. PTC Kennedy A Odell (19) Pekin, IL for Improper Lane Usage at 3rd & Lind. PTC Amy L Hudson, 44, 312 Glendale Dr for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 36th and Glendale Dr. … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for July 28, 2021
Hancock Co. Sheriff’s blotter for July 19-25
HPD Blotter for July 27, 2021
2021-014947, 07/26/2021 @ 08:31:27, 6 Shawnee Trl , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Firearms Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M Entered By C47 Wallace, S B Adult … ...Read Full Article about HPD Blotter for July 27, 2021
Politics
Federal agency says masks should be worn in schools, universally in high-transmission areas
By JERRY NOWICKICapitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD – The state will have new COVID-19 guidance on face coverings after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its guidance Tuesday to reflect that even individuals vaccinated against COVID-19 should wear masks while indoors in … ...Read Full Article about Federal agency says masks should be worn in schools, universally in high-transmission areas
Pritzker signs four laws to help LGBTQ+ community
By ANDREW HENSELThe Center Square Gov. J.B. Pritzker held a Tuesday news conference at The Center on Halstead to sign four bills into law to help LGBTQ+ communities. The governor sat in a packed conference room in Chicago filled with lawmakers and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Pritzker … ...Read Full Article about Pritzker signs four laws to help LGBTQ+ community
‘What’s Covid?’ Why people at America’s hardest-partying lake aren’t worried about getting vaccinated
by Natasha Korecki, POLITICO OSAGE BEACH, Mo.—The petite blonde bartender in ripped jean shorts bounced to each side of a square-shaped bar as women in bikinis and shirtless men lined up on a sweltering afternoon to order Bud Light, vodka and soda, and piles of nachos at this dockside retreat in … ...Read Full Article about ‘What’s Covid?’ Why people at America’s hardest-partying lake aren’t worried about getting vaccinated
Opinion
No room at the Inn: Where are these folks going to go?
The Quincy Salvation Army was on hand to assist with the displacement of the 300 people living at the Welcome Inn before the City of Quincy condemned the property on Tuesday. The Salvation Army has done great work in Hannibal and Quincy for decades. We ring bells and fill red buckets to help … ...Read Full Article about No room at the Inn: Where are these folks going to go?
Daily Dirt: Tabletop games and Tab
Daily Dirt for July 28, 2021 by Steve Eighinger Gimme the board games and tabletop fun, keep your computers When it comes to board games, that's exactly what I want -- not any modern-day computer gizmo things. I like to roll dice and move my game pieces by hand. With that in mind, welcome to … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Tabletop games and Tab
Missouri’s public universities should mandate COVID-19 vaccines for the fall semester
By WILL HENDRICKSONFor the Missouri Independent Missouri has become the latest battleground in the war against COVID-19. Not only are we battling the Delta virus and its uncontrolled spread, we are also battling the clock — or should I say calendar? The summer is quickly passing and before … ...Read Full Article about Missouri’s public universities should mandate COVID-19 vaccines for the fall semester
Daily Dirt: Movies, baseball and country music
by Steve Eighinger Everyone loves a good summer movie, including the Daily Dirt. See why in Vol. 19: 1. Has there ever been a better overall summer film than 1978's "National Lampoon's Animal House?" I'm normally not one to watch a movie over and over, but this is one of them. This movie, at … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Movies, baseball and country music
Sports
Skrine hits pair of homers, but 14 walks cost Gems another game in standings
QUINCY — Jake Skrine’s home run in the bottom of the ninth briefly saved the Quincy Gems, but too many walks led to the Gems’ undoing in a 9-6 loss in 10 innings on Wednesday night to the Burlington Bees in a Prospect League game at QU Stadium. Skrine led off the ninth when he tagged a 1-0 pitch … ...Read Full Article about Skrine hits pair of homers, but 14 walks cost Gems another game in standings
Wattermann tosses gem, helps Quincy cling to hope in Great Lakes Division race
O’FALLON, Mo. — An 11-3 setback in the first game of a Tuesday night Prospect League doubleheader gave the Quincy Gems their eighth loss in 10 games. The Gems rebounded to defeat the O’Fallon Hoots 4-1 in the second game at CarShield Field, but Clinton’s victory over Burlington earlier in the day … ...Read Full Article about Wattermann tosses gem, helps Quincy cling to hope in Great Lakes Division race
Voters tab Leathernecks last in MVFC preseason poll
MACOMB, Ill. — Coming off a season in which it went 1-5 before having its final two games canceled because of COVID protocols, the Western Illinois University football program finds itself at the bottom looking up. The Leathernecks are picked to finish last in the Missouri Valley Football … ...Read Full Article about Voters tab Leathernecks last in MVFC preseason poll
Blue Devils’ Culp adds All-American honor to wrestling resume
QUINCY — Life soon will change dramatically for Thomas Culp, all in the span of four days.. On August 18, the recent Quincy High School graduate celebrates his 18th birthday. Three days later, the state champion wrestler checks into the dorms at Missouri Baptist University. “I’ll be … ...Read Full Article about Blue Devils’ Culp adds All-American honor to wrestling resume
