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Raymond Rokusek, of Quincy, IL died on February 13, 2025. Raymond (Ray) Rokusek was born June 10, 1935, in Yankton, South Dakota, the son of Robert and Clara Rokusek. Ray’s early life included growing up in Yankton, (where reportedly, children walked back and forth to school, uphill both ways and always in 10 feet of…
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QUINCY — Patient safety at Blessing Health System attained another level of national recognition after its Sterile Processing Department (SPD) met the requirements, passed an onsite inspection and earned Advanced Sterile Processing Certification from the international accrediting organization, DNV (Det Norske Veritas). According to DNV’s website, Blessing’s SPD is the 21st to earn this certification…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra, directed by Bruce Briney, presents “American Horizons” at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12, in Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. “American Horizons” is a salute to American composers, including regional composers Jeremy Beck, James Romig, Randall Faust and Aaron Copland. Music by Copland includes selections from The Tender Land…
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BARRY, Ill. —The Barry Community Chorus will perform its annual Easter cantata, “The Easter Story,” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 13, at Barry United Methodist Church, 720 Perry. The cantata presents the story of Holy Week through Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection via new and familiar songs as well as narration. It is under the direction…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University will host its annual Arbor Day Celebration at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 11, behind Pulliam Hall. The event is open to the public. This year’s celebration will honor the life and legacy of Larry Craig, a devoted alumnus. A tree will be planted in his memory to recognize his…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Mar. 1-31, 2025. Carol E. Clay Mann from Michael L. Mann on Mar. 6, 2025.Rhea J. Griffin from Matthew S. Griffin on Mar. 6, 2025.Joleen M. Patton from Thomas E. Patton on Mar. 6, 2025.Javier Skwara from Alisha Skwara on Mar.…
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Shamgod A. Gay, 20, was arrested on a warrant for resisting a peace officer in the 600 block of Oak. Lodged 120Justin W. Hyer, 43, of Liberty for driving while license revoked, suspended registration and operating an uninsured vehicle at 7th and Ohio. NTA 113Robert Derry, 51, of Quincy for failure to reduce speed to…
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Larry A. Hoffmann, age 71, of Quincy, died on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 9:15 p.m. in his home. Larry was born on September 18, 1953 in St. Claire County, IL, a son of Charles and Arvella Goeglein Hoffmann. On June 18, 2002 he married Theresa Page Cottrell on Kahekili Beach in Maui, HI. She…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University is offering a workshop, “World Music Series: Latin America Camp – Learning Spanish Through Music and Dance,” for students in grades 7-12 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 2-6. Led by Edwin Aybar, this program will introduce participants to the vibrant world of Latin American music and dance while incorporating…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District will debut the new nature trails at 3420 Koch’s Lane at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. The new trails offer the opportunity to hike, bike, mushroom hunt, bird watch and explore nature. Mountain bike flow trails will offer berms and jumps. The hiking trails have creek access, and…
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QUINCY — In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, QUANADA is hosting a free documentary screening and discussion of the implications of deepfake technology and digitally altered images at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, in MacHugh Theatre in Francis Hall on the Quincy University campus. The film “Another Body” is a SXSW winning documentary…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College invites families to its annual Easter egg hunt, “Hop on the Hill,” on Sunday, April 13 at Ellison Poulton Stadium on the C-SC campus. Check-in begins at 12:30 p.m., and the egg hunt kicks off at 1 p.m. Children ages 10 and under are welcome to participate, with designated age…
Read Full Article Hannah M. Camp, 23, of Palmyra, Mo., for OV Fighting at 712 Payson Ave. 111Rachel L. Kuhlmeier, 49, of Quincy for FTA DUI at S. 8th St. and York St. Lodged 186Antonio R. Crowder, 29, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at N. 9th St. and Broadway St. 186Casey S. Jones, 30, of Quincy was…
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PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — Zack Orr, chief deputy of the Pike County Sheriff’s Department, announced his candidacy for Pike County Sheriff in the 2026 election in a Sunday email. Orr, a lifelong resident of Pike County, has been a member of the Pike County Sheriff’s Department for 26 years. He started as a dispatcher and…
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MONROE CITY, Mo. — A Monroe City man was arrested by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and charged with first-offense driving while intoxicated involving alcohol. Information from the Missouri State Highway Patrol said Paul A. Elliott, 36, was arrested at 9:42 p.m. on April 5 in Marion County. He also was charged with speeding, failure…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council invites the public to submit digital images for an upcoming Photography Channel exhibit titled Close-Ups. To fit the theme, submitted digital images (up to five) should feature snapshots of close-up images — old or new, natural or man-made, textures, color or any subject matter that fits the theme.…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Brown County Children’s Advocacy Center and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Brown County, programs of Advocacy Network for Children, along with the Brown County Sheriff’s Department and Brown County Elementary School has planned an awareness event in honor National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Parents of students in grades…
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CANTON, Mo. — The Culver-Stockton criminal justice program will host the annual Fallen Officer Project on Saturday, April 12, in the Mabee Sports Complex Gym with a pickleball tournament. This tournament is open to C-SC students, staff and faculty. Participants can play pickleball while paying tribute to law enforcement officers and firefighters who have lost…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold a flag raising ceremony in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month at noon on Friday, April 11, on the Fifth Street side of the Adams County Courthouse, 521 Vermont. The flag raising ceremony is to honor child victims who have been abused,…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Educators are planting seeds of knowledge in third-grade classrooms this spring through Agriculture Education on the Move™ (Ag Moves). Missouri Farmers Care, a non-profit coalition of Missouri agricultural organizations, hosts Ag Moves. Passionate educators lead students in fun, hands-on lessons, to show how their lives are connected to agriculture. Ag Moves…
Read Full Article Kelsi Reiter, 34, of Quincy for improper turn at 4th and Maine. 186Stevie Ross, 45, of Quincy on a City Warrant for FTA – Interfering. Lodged 145Brandon Lewis-Cain, 28, of Quincy on a warrant for FTA – possession of meth. Lodged 181Logan M. Dabney, 32, of Chatham for interfering in the 2700 block of Chestnut.…
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QUINCY — Dennis L. Hernandez, 63, of Fowler was sentenced Friday, April 4, to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Hernandez, represented by Public Defender John Citro, agreed to a negotiated plea. Circuit Judge Holly Henze sentenced Hernandez to 10 years for possession of weapons by felon, a Class 3 felony, and 15…
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Conrad “Smitty” Smith, 85, of Quincy, passed away at 11:09 am Thursday, April 3, 2025, at his home in Quincy, IL. Smitty was born to Theo (Ted, Smitty) and Lucille (Brassfield) Smith on November 19, 1939, in Quincy, IL, where he grew up surrounded by the warmth of a large and loving family. He met…
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QUINCY — Lacee J. Blevins, 41, formerly of Quincy, was sentenced by Circuit Judge Tad Brenner on Wednesday, April 2, to 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Blevins agreed to a negotiated sentence of up to 11 years for the offense of possession with Intent to deliver methamphetamine, a Class 1 felony. Officers…
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NEW LONDON, Mo. — A Jeep Run benefit for Jerry Barger on Saturday, April 12, will start at the Lions Club in New London. Registration will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. The event will kick off with a Jeep Run bar hop, stopping at a few local bars and pubs in New London,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Board of Public Works (HBPW) recently received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2024. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage and restoration data through its…
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