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HANNIBAL, Mo. — If Santa Claus puts a tricycle under the tree, there is a time to ride it this winter even if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Pedal Power will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Jan. 6, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. The event is annually sponsored by the Hannibal…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. The Roy T. Rapp Trust of Quincy sold a commercial building and lot at 1002 N.…
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John Wood Community College recently announced its President’s List to recognize the highest achieving students for each major term. Ninety students were named to the list for the 2023 fall semester. To be named to the President’s List, a full-time student must be enrolled for nine or more credit hours and must earn a perfect grade…
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Kylie Whitlatch, 28, Hamilton for Domestic Battery. 148Melissa M. Brown, 36, Quincy for Domestic Battery. 147Christopher Simms, 26, Quincy for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 144Justin Bridgeman, 31, Quincy for Speeding. 260Landon J. Reed, 28, Ursa, Expired Registration at N. 33rd St. and Broadway St. NTA 122William M. Stratman, 48, 2440 Cherry St., Failure to Reduce Speed…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health has been awarded a $74,459 planning grant on behalf of itself and 10 community agencies to develop a medical respite care program that could be implemented in Quincy if long-term funding, a location for a facility and staffing can be identified. Medical respite care is short-term housing combined with health services…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools (QCES) Foundation recently announced the Chuck and Becky Scholz family has been selected as the recipient of the Friend of Catholic Education Award. Chuck and Becky — along with their sons and spouses, Charles (and his wife Jamie) and Jake (and his wife Becca) — will be honored…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Dakota Hatfield and Amber Jackson of Quincy at 8:47 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A boy was born to Josh German and Hannah Johnson of Quincy at 11:41 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A boy was born to Landon Tenhouse and Alexis McGinnis of Quincy at 1:23 p.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A girl…
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HANNNIBAL, Mo. — A double heart made of steel has been installed at Lover’s Leap as a way to keep a romantic tradition from ruining the fence at the park. A love lock or love padlock is a padlock that couples lock to a bridge, fence, gate, monument or similar public fixture to symbolize their…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently announced the establishment of two endowed scholarships honoring Quincy University alumni Kathi Dooley and Dan and Pam (Wozniak) Sherman. The fundraising effort to start these scholarships was spearheaded by George Meyer. In a press release, Meyer said, “Kathi Dooley and Dan Sherman had such a positive influence on so many…
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QUINCY — Knapheide employees dedicated their time, talents and treasures to bring joy to residents of the Illinois Veterans’ Home on Dec. 19. In a press release, Stacy Houghton, customer service representative and veterans tree co-organizer at Knapheide, said, “During Christmas, there is so much that draws our attention, and there are so many opportunities…
Read Full Article Amy L. Norton, 45, 825 1/2 Jersey St., FTA OV Trespassing, Vandalism, FTA DUI, DWLR, Improper Lane Usage and Unlawful Use of Debit Card at S. 7th St. and Jersey St. Lodged 182Thomas A. Reckers, 69, 1733 S. 29th St., Improper Backing at 1207 Saint Charles Dr. NTA 108Mary A. Kroshinsky, 63, 3806 Ricky Ct.,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary supported Hannibal Regional Healthcare System through several sales and special events. At its December board meeting, the auxiliary presented a check for $115,350 to Hannibal Regional Healthcare System. The funds will go toward fulfilling the auxiliary’s pledge to the Building Better Tomorrows campaign. With more than 240 volunteers, Hannibal…
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QUINCY — Chaddock School is actively seeking qualified and passionate special education teachers to join its faculty. To attract top-tier talent, Chaddock is offering an employment package that includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus. In a press release, Cory Powell, director of education, said, “We understand the vital role that special education teachers play in shaping…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently welcomed Jessica Mickels to its weight management solutions team. Mickels earned her adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner degree through Herzing University and has worked in a variety of healthcare roles for more than 10 years. She began her career with Hannibal Regional in 2014 as a…
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MILAN, Ill. — According to songwriters and composers Edward Pola and George Wyle, this is the most wonderful time of the year, but research indicates it may be that and more. According to the American Psychological Association, two in five adults experience an increase in stress levels between November and January. A nearly equal number…
Read Full Article Sarah C. Ransom, 37, 1531 Spruce for Improper Lane Usage at 2200 block of Sycamore. 176Marshall L. Murphy Jr., 33, 408 College for Adams Co. warrant for Criminal Damage $500-$10000 at 7th & Ohio. Lodged 161Angela K. Heck, 54, 326 N. 18th for FTA Peace Disturbance at 1736 Spring. Lodged 106Maggie D. Mosby, 22, of…
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MACOMB, Ill. — No one was injured in a house fire on Friday morning in Macomb. The Macomb Fire Department was dispatched at 3:44 a.m. Friday, Dec. 22, to a house full of smoke at 202 W. Carroll. Upon arrival, crews reported light smoke emitting from the structure. The home was reported to be vacant.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation and United Way of the Mark Twain Area joined forces for a new event to benefit to Hannibal non-profit organizations. The United Way approached the Riedel Foundation with the idea of matching donations made at their recent Giving Tuesday Charcuterie fundraiser. The goal was for attendees at the fundraiser…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation recently announced an anonymous benefactor has committed to match all donations up to $25,000 from October 2023 through February 2024. This pledge comes as the foundation inches closer to its ambitious fundraising goal of $2 million. Since its establishment in 2015, the foundation has successfully raised more than $1.93…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to spread the word about the dangers of impaired driving with a “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High Get a DUI.” enforcement campaign. From Dec. 15 through Jan. 2, law enforcement across Illinois will show…
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Madyson C. Jones, 21, of Quincy for Trespassing at 600 Harrison Dr. on 12/19/23. 121Joshua L. Winfield, 43, of Quincy for Resisting Arrest, Agg. Battery to Peace Officer, and Poss of Methamphetamine – Under 5g at 12th & Chestnut St. Lodged. 112Joshua L. Winfield, 43, of Quincy for FTA – Obstruction of Identification at 12th…
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Get your holiday spirits at The Liquor Booth. Ash C., Britt B. and Dues sample some cheer for you. Santa Dues also gives away a 70 inch TV!
Read Full Article Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Lori A. Terstriep of Payson sold a residence at 103 E. Pearl in Payson to JSD…
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QUINCY — More than $400,000 recently was granted to 60 local nonprofit organizations that benefit from an endowment fund at the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri. These year-end grants bring the Community Foundation’s grantmaking total to more than $4 million in 2023. The grants were awarded from designated funds, which support…
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