QUINCY - The track is back! And it has a new name. Owner Paul Holtschlag announced Wednesday that Jimmy Lieurance will be taking over as director of operations at Adams County Speedway, formerly known as Quincy Raceways, and that the .29-mile track at 8000 Broadway will reopen in spring … ...Read Full Article about Broadway Bullring back in business: dirt-track racing to return to Adams County Speedway in Spring 2022
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Adams County residents can dispose of potentially addictive medications at Saturday event
QUINCY — Adams County residents can safely and securely dispose of potentially addictive prescription medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The drive-thru event is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Adams County Health Department, 330 Vermont. The National Prescription … ...Read Full Article about Adams County residents can dispose of potentially addictive medications at Saturday event
Two Rivers Regional Council cuts ribbon on new location in former bank at 706 Maine
Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials held a ribbon cutting Wednesday at its new location for the community service center at 706 Maine in Quincy. The new service center is in the former People’s Prosperity Bank location. Programs like the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance … ...Read Full Article about Two Rivers Regional Council cuts ribbon on new location in former bank at 706 Maine
Investigation reveals abuse resulted in disfigurement to child; meth also provided to children
QUINCY — A man and a woman are in the Adams County Jail facing drug charges after an investigation revealed methamphetamine was provided to children. The Adams County Sheriff's Office received a tip in August from the Department of Child Family Services regarding a report of child abuse and … ...Read Full Article about Investigation reveals abuse resulted in disfigurement to child; meth also provided to children
More murals heading to Hannibal
Another mural is coming to downtown Hannibal. Muralist Ray Harvey asked for, and received, permission to block off several spots in a city owned parking lot so he can paint another mural. Earlier this year, Harvey asked for permission to temporarily close several parking spots in the lot on … ...Read Full Article about More murals heading to Hannibal
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County Market among new retailers for SNAP recipients to buy food online
CHICAGO — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services announced Tuesday the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved six new retailers for Illinois’ 1.8 million Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients to buy groceries online. Among the new retailers is … ...Read Full Article about County Market among new retailers for SNAP recipients to buy food online
NECAC advises of application dates for energy assistance
The not-for-profit North East Community Action Corporation is gearing up for colder weather by reminding people that the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program begin Nov. 1 for qualifying elderly and disabled clients. It will start Dec. 1 for families … ...Read Full Article about NECAC advises of application dates for energy assistance
Adams County Sheriff’s Office starting campaign to promote Facebook page
QUINCY — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office has started a campaign to promote its Facebook page. “Things to Know From ASCO” will highlight the sheriff’s office’s involvement in community events, crime prevention, employment opportunities at the sheriff’s office, recovered pets and community safety … ...Read Full Article about Adams County Sheriff’s Office starting campaign to promote Facebook page
Ransomware attack hits Sinclair Broadcast Group stations including KHQA
On Saturday, Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBG or Sinclair), the parent company of local CBS/ABC affiliate KHQA, identified and began to investigate what it called "a potential security incident" On Sunday, SBG officials identified that certain servers and workstations in its environment were … ...Read Full Article about Ransomware attack hits Sinclair Broadcast Group stations including KHQA
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HPD Blotter for October 20, 2021
2021-021393, 10/19/2021 @ 06:56:01, , Hannibal Nature of Complaint VOID Officer Assigned CAD CAD Report Entered By C53 Keith, G M Public NarrativeVoid. 2021-021394, 10/19/2021 @ 07:59:44, … ...Read Full Article about HPD Blotter for October 20, 2021
QPD Blotter for October 20, 2021
Erik A. Burgess (32) Quincy for expired registration and operating an uninsured vehicle. NTA 174 Jessica J. Smith (37) Quincy for FTA driving while license suspended Lodged. New charge for operating an uninsured vehicle. NTA 148 Nicholas Johannes,22, Quincy, reports that a BG86 handheld gas … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for October 20, 2021
QPD Blotter for October 19, 2021
Ryan S Morrison (38) 913 Anne for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid Accident in the 800 block of S 36th PTC Megan F Holt (30) Monroe City Mo for Improper Lane Usage at 36th & Broadway PTC Shakerra Y. Hedrick (30) Quincy for FTA Theft x 2 and Possession of Controlled Substance. … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for October 19, 2021
HPD 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 … ...Read Full Article about HPD Blotter for October 19, 2021
Politics
Dozens of parents sue QPS and 144 other schools, Pritzker and ISBE over COVID quarantine, mask mandates
Parents of dozens of students are suing 145 Illinois school districts, Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois State Board of Education over COVID-19 orders affecting school children. All Adams County school districts are part of the suit along with most Hancock County schools and several others in … ...Read Full Article about Dozens of parents sue QPS and 144 other schools, Pritzker and ISBE over COVID quarantine, mask mandates
State worker vaccine deadline extended to Oct. 26 for first dose; negotiations continue with largest public employee union
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker announced Monday his administration has reached agreement with multiple trade unions requiring certain state workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, but it is extending the deadline for workers to get their first shot to Oct. 26 while negotiations continue with the … ...Read Full Article about State worker vaccine deadline extended to Oct. 26 for first dose; negotiations continue with largest public employee union
University of Missouri System allowed classroom mask mandate to expire Friday
The University of Missouri System allowed a mask mandate for its four campuses to expire Friday. Last month, the Board of Curators extended a rule that face masks be worn in classrooms by a 5-4 vote. That policy was scheduled to end at the close of Friday, and a meeting notice had not been posted … ...Read Full Article about University of Missouri System allowed classroom mask mandate to expire Friday
New congressional maps unveiled ahead of fall veto session
SPRINGFIELD – Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly released a proposed set of new congressional district maps Friday, just days before lawmakers return to the Statehouse for the start of their fall veto session, which begins Oct. 19. All states redraw their congressional districts following … ...Read Full Article about New congressional maps unveiled ahead of fall veto session
Opinion
Daily Dirt: Sweet memories of those flying elbow drops and stomach claws
Any day with a little rasslin' talk is a good day. Welcome to Vol. 102 of the Daily Dirt and the customary three thoughts. 1. Since I was a wee lad -- relatively speaking, that is -- I have had a love affair with pro wrestling. That love affair with the squared circle dates to the 1960s and … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Sweet memories of those flying elbow drops and stomach claws
Daily Dirt: New 007 film is truly magnificent, memorable; ending is perfect (No spoilers)
Rarely in my movie-going life have I left a theater with such a feeling of approval as I did after seeing "No Time to Die." If there is such a thing as a perfect film, this may it. Welcome to today's three thoughts and Vol. 101 of the Daily Dirt: 1. I was finally able to see the new James Bond … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: New 007 film is truly magnificent, memorable; ending is perfect (No spoilers)
Four-party system? That’s where Adams County is now
Observing and being involved in state and local politics over the last few years has been fascinating, interesting and exhausting. Lately, the exhausting part has seemed to have gained a grip on us. Republicans and Democrats, nationally and locally, are split amongst themselves. We see the … ...Read Full Article about Four-party system? That’s where Adams County is now
Daily Dirt: That ‘Stairway to Heaven’ helped 1971 climb to No. 1
Today's three thoughts represent Vol. 100 of the Daily Dirt. Let's celebrate with one of our favorite subjects: Music. Sit down, relax and have a Mountain Dew (with ice, of course): 1. I stumbled across an incredibly interesting piece of literature on the pretty-eight-machine.com website that … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: That ‘Stairway to Heaven’ helped 1971 climb to No. 1
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Sami Bearden: Her beat goes on
QUINCY - To say Sami Bearden was a reluctant superstar would be an understatement. In 2017, Sami and two Quincy friends, Savana Santos and Sam Backoff, decided to head off to Nashville to pursue a dream. Their band, "Avenue Beat", had performed locally and the three young ladies decided to see … ...Read Full Article about Sami Bearden: Her beat goes on
C-SC wind ensemble to perform ‘War and Peace’ fall concert
CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College's wind ensemble will perform its fall concert at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Alexander Campbell Auditorium of the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts Center. The concert titled, “War and Peace,” represents powerful and dramatic musical arrangements such as Barber’s … ...Read Full Article about C-SC wind ensemble to perform ‘War and Peace’ fall concert
Quincy Art Center seeks artwork for upcoming exhibit and guest artist workshop
QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center is in search of artwork for the upcoming Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Artist Showcase. It is open to artists age 18 and older living within a 50-mile radius of Quincy. Artists may enter original work in any medium. All works must have been completed since … ...Read Full Article about Quincy Art Center seeks artwork for upcoming exhibit and guest artist workshop
Great River Watercolor Society’s 32nd annual exhibition to be shown at QU’s Gray Gallery
QUINCY – Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library will be the site of an art exhibition featuring recent works from the Great River Watercolor Society members. The GRWS also will include its popular 2x2 paintings as well as new work produced in the last year. The exhibit will run Nov. … ...Read Full Article about Great River Watercolor Society’s 32nd annual exhibition to be shown at QU’s Gray Gallery
