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QUINCY — Notable achievements by students and important decisions for the district were approved during the Quincy School Board meeting on Wednesday night. Twelve Quincy High School student-athletes were recognized for qualifying for the state competition in various fall sports, including boys’ golf, girls’ and boys’ cross country and girls’ tennis. Annika Reddy was awarded…
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QUINCY — Mike Adkins’ victory isn’t quite complete in his bid to win the 3rd Ward aldermanic seat, but that didn’t diminish how he felt Tuesday night. “That’s the most excitement I’ve had in a long time,” he said during a gathering at Instant Replay. “I’ll just be honest. I’ve killed a lot of big…
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QUINCY — The Veterans’ Home at Quincy officially welcomed its first residents into the newly constructed independent living domiciliary on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s transformation. The move-in is the latest step in a comprehensive $300 million investment that includes 80 independent living rooms and a 210-bed skilled care center opening later…
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At Wednesday night’s Quincy Public Schools School Board meeting, Karla Hildebrand, a mother of an eighth grader at Quincy Junior High School, delivered a speech calling attention to ongoing issues of accessibility and inclusion for disabled students in the district’s music program. Hildebrand’s daughter, Maddie, has faced numerous health challenges and disabilities, including muscle problems…
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QUINCY — The Quincy School Board approved a series of measures aimed at improving education, safety and resources for the district during its Wednesday night meeting. Among the approved items were new business initiatives related to student success, funding and the ongoing effort to enhance school safety. QHS was the spotlight of the meeting, with…
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QUINCY — The potential TikTok ban in the U.S. has sparked growing concern among content creators, social media users and lawmakers alike. TikTok, a short-form video hosting service, will be banned in the United States on Jan. 19 if it is not sold to an American company. This will affect 170 million Americans (equal to…
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QUINCY — The future of Quincy’s BET on Q program, which uses revenue from the city’s 1 percent food and beverage tax to help fund local events, boost tourism and increase economic activity, is under review as the City Council prepares for its annual vote on the tax in the coming year. Jason Parrott, director…
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QUINCY — The Quincy School Board received some bad news regarding the HVAC system at Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School. The new HVAC piping replacement at Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School was approved, but the building’s aluminum piping must be switched to copper. Board members expressed concern the school would not be able to stay open if the…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County broke ground on the addition to the History Museum on the Square Tuesday morning. The project calls for a ground-level entrance, elevator, accessible restrooms on the second floor, increased gathering space, new egress stairs and general ADA upgrades. It is funded by a $1.5 million grant…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Noon Kiwanis brought a gift to every first grader in QPS. Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch made an appearance at all five elementary schools in the district. “It’s important for the success of our schools to have community partners such as the Kiwanis,” said Superintendent Todd Pettit. The Kiwanis…
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QUINCY — The Heritage Hotel, formerly the Eagle’s Nest, is gearing up for its grand reopening under new ownership this month. With a fresh new look and extensive renovations, the 52-room hotel is set to open its doors on Dec. 19. The first and second floors have already been completely transformed, with Aulck and Sandhu…
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QUINCY- At the luncheon on Sunday, three inspiring women gathered to empower and uplift the next generation of female leaders. The event, organized as part of the Miss Quincy Scholarship program, brought together young women, pageant titleholders, and guests from across the state for an afternoon of motivation and mentorship State Trooper Tracey Lillard, Miss…
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QUINCY — Miracle on Maine Street is a collaboration between the Quincy Art Center, the Quincy Museum and Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. The night will be filled with live music, crafts and treats for the family. There will be a wreath raffle, made by local artists.…
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QUINCY – MRN’s Emma Dalke bundled up before 5 a.m. Friday to brave the cold in search of those seeking Black Friday doorbuster deals.
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QUINCY- Small Business Saturday is this weekend, Nov. 30 in The District with exclusive deals, holiday treats and festive activities at many downtown retailers. “It’s important for The District to keep this as a holiday, because most, if not all, downtown businesses are small,” Executive Director of The District, Brianna Rivera said. “They’re locally owned,…
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QUINCY- Long time Quincy Public School board member Richard McNay officially resigned from the School Board at Wednesday’s school board meeting. McNay served on the board for 11 and a half years. He will continue to serve on the Buildings and Grounds committee but is retiring as chairman. “I’m honored that the public gave me…
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QUINCY — Quincy University announced on Tuesday morning its plans to launch doctoral programs in occupational therapy and physical therapy, pending accreditation approval. These new programs, which will be the university’s first doctoral degrees in its 165-year history, aim to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals in the region. “These two new programs will…
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QUINCY — Savana Santos, a Quincy High School graduate, recently received a Grammy nomination for best folk album for her work on “Weird Faith” with singer-songwriter Madi Diaz. The album features “Kiss on the Wall,” co-written by Santos. Santos moved to Nashville to pursue music after graduating high school in 2017. She released the song…
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Missouri State Rep. Greg Sharpe (R-Ewing), has been re-elected for another two years. Sharpe, who defeated Democrat Melissa Jo Viloria, has been representing Northeast Missouri for six years. Sharpe said he is thankful for the people in his district, “I’m very grateful to the voters of my district who put me back in, and so…
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QUINCY — In a joint Monday morning news conference at City Hall, Mayor Mike Troup and Kyle Moore, president of the Great River Economic Development Foundation, announced an Amazon warehouse/distribution center is coming to Quincy The 59,000 square foot facility will be built at 42nd and Wisman Lane. “What a great day this is for…
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Missouri State Rep. Greg Sharpe (R-Ewing) has been representing Northeast Missouri for six years, but for the first time he has competition in the Nov. 5 general election. Democrat Melissa Jo Viloria is Sharpe’s opponent in District 4 covering the counties of Shelby, Knox, Scotland, Lewis, Monroe, Schuyler, Clark and part of Adair, with Shelby…
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QUINCY — Filing closed Monday evening for Quincy’s 2025 municipal elections. Quincy is divided into seven wards with each represented by two aldermen, alternating every two years with one seat being available at a time. Citywide offices are also on the ballot. The candidates who filed for the Feb. 25, 2025 primary, if needed or,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — “Vote no” and “Amen” were yelled from the crowd as Missouri Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe condemned Amendment 3, also known as the Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative, during his visit to Republican headquarters in Hannibal on Thursday, Oct. 24, less than two weeks before election day on Nov. 5. “Amendment 3 is…
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QUINCY- While there won’t be artificial turf just yet on the fields of the Quincy High School baseball and softball complex, there will be new dirt. About 75 tons of it. The high school baseball and softball infields received the new dirt this week as part of a life safety funding amendment. QHS Athletic Director…
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QUINCY — Illinois State Sen. Jil Tracy visited the Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Monday morning. The QAVTC provides trade classes for area high school students to learn. The tour included stops in the preschool, auto body shop and other classrooms. The tour began with Tracy hearing from the construction teacher Dave Bellis. The students…
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QUINCY — Ray Burke returns to Quincy for the ‘Those who Rock the Dock’ performances at 7 p.m. on Nov. 8-9. Bands set to play over the weekend are The Hyland Church Band, Smokin Crawdads and Humanity Street Unplugged, Burke’s record with guest musicians. Forever will be reuniting to headline on Saturday, Nov. 9. This…
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