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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The spirit of the holiday season will come alive at the Hancock County Outreach Center, 511 Main, from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20. The event is open to all, offering free entry and a complimentary meal for attendees. The celebration will feature an array of activities embracing a special Hispanic…
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QUINCY — Looking to get a letter to Santa? Stop by 5729 S. 24th between 5 and 9 p.m. through Wednesday, Dec. 20. Elf on the Shelf has dropped off a mailbox from which he collects all the letters each night to deliver to Santa. All letters must be received by Dec. 20 and should…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — A Boone County judge on Friday sentenced Thomas Payne of Monroe City to seven years in the Missouri Department of Corrections after an October 2023 jury found him guilty of third-degree assault in connection to the October 2022 death of a man outside a Hannibal bar. Payne was found guilty on Oct.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Two arrests were made Tuesday after a joint investigation between three Hancock County law enforcement agencies. A traffic stop in Carthage conducted Tuesday, Dec. 12, by deputies with the Carthage Police Department led to the apprehension of Joshua L. Cramer, 35, of Clinton, Iowa, and Christin J. Vanpelt, 32, of Davenport, Iowa. …
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La HARPE, Ill. — A 911 call about a domestic disturbance led to methamphetamine-related arrests on Sunday. Deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched Sunday to 2171 N. County Road 2550 after a 911 call was received and only screaming could be heard. Joangela L. Kiley, 47, of LaHarpe and Ronald H. Kienast,…
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Joseph M. Lindsay, 25, of Quincy for Adams Co Warrant – Aggravated Arson at 1005 Broadway St. 124Zakkary R. J. Perry, 32, 320 Sycamore for Adams Co. warrant for Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis at 4th & Jefferson. Lodged 161Briana Foster, 33, 501 Broadway for Possession of Methamphetamine at 5th & Oak. 161Stormy R. Livengood, 25, 133…
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2023-021859, 12/12/2023 @ 08:02:03, Sodalis Park , HannibalNature of Complaint Park Patrol- SodalisOfficer Assigned 072 Ledbetter, T W Entered By 3047 Graham, J NAdultCompl. Extra Patrol-Business 12/12/2023Public Narrative Sodalis Park patrolled.2023-021860, 12/12/2023 @ 08:34:10, Huckleberry Park , HannibalNature of Complaint Park Patrol- HuckOfficer Assigned 072 Ledbetter, T W Entered By 3047 Graham, J NAdultCompl. Extra…
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QUINCY — Shelley Barkley is the new vice president for academic and student affairs at John Wood Community College. Her position combines the areas of instruction and student services as part of a new, streamlined approach for JWCC. In a press release, JWCC president Dr. Bryan Renfro said, “Combining instruction and student services into one service…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, offers a jazz performance at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 17 featuring holiday favorites with a jazz twist by Hannibal pianist Bill Morrison. Guest musicians will be Morrison’s son, Marty Morrison, on drums, Bennett Wood on saxophone, Tom Byrne on guitar and Jim Batson on bass.…
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QUINCY — The deadline to sign up for the Salvation Army’s free community Christmas dinner is quickly approaching. The reservation deadline is Monday, Dec. 18. When calling to make a reservation, attendees will need to make a reservation for 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended. Shut-ins will need…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police have arrested a man they believe set fire to the apartment complex where he was living. Just after 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 5, Quincy Police Officers, along with the Quincy Fire Department and Adams County Ambulance Service, responded to the report of a structure fire at 718 Kentucky. When officers arrived…
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BOWEN, Ill. — Living Faith United Methodist Church, 106 E. First, will hold Blue Christmas worship services from 1 to 9 p.m. each day Dec. 19-21. Blue Christmas services can help people who struggle through the holiday season. An individual might be grieving the loss of a loved one, struggling with illness, unable to be…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 12/04/2023:Jessica K. Flynn, Mt. Sterling: Was traveling on 800N @ 210E and struck a deer. 12/06/2023:Oliver B. Leleika, Jacksonville: Was traveling on IL 99 @ CR 1050E St. and struck…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Saints Avenue Buffet and Grill recently made a $1,000 donation to the Salvation Army of Hannibal. The establishment pledged to donate $1 from every meal bought on Thanksgiving Day. In a press release, Chad Douglas, donor relations coordinator at The Salvation Army of Hannibal, said, “We are thankful for this generous donation.…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Jared Sicfken and Brittany Giles of Niota at 8:45 a.m. Nov. 29, 2023.A girl was born to A. Chenan and A. Shupe of Quincy at 3:23 a.m. Nov. 30, 2023.A girl was born to Zach Hill and Tia Moore of West Point at 4:38 p.m. Dec. 1, 2023.A…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, at John Wood Community College in Room D022/023 on the lower north end of the JWCC Building D in the rear. Parking is in Lot 4 on the lower level. Entrance is through either door C2 or the door marked “Paul…
Read Full Article Breanna H. Quiroz, 34, Hannibal, Mo., for FTA – Vandalism at 527 Vermont St. Lodged.Tosha L. Davis, 47, Quincy, for Improper Driving in the 1500 block of Gary Grove. 136James M. Daniel, 39, of Quincy for Operate Vehicle with Suspended Registration, DWLS and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 12th & Broadway. 124Malcolm K. Thomas, 35,…
Read Full Article 2023-021765, 12/10/2023 @ 00:04:53, 200 S 6Th BLK, HannibalNature of Complaint Traffic StopOfficer Assigned 023 Wilt, L N Entered By C84 Davenport, K JAdultVictim- DWI: Alcohol/Drugs 12/10/2023Adult FemaleSuspect Wrong Way on One Way St Verbal Warning 12/10/2023Suspect DWI: Alcohol/Drugs Cleared by Arrest-Adult 12/10/2023Public Narrative Traffic stop for wrong way on a one way. Driver arrested…
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QJHS Cookbooks are now available! This original publication features 177 recipes, submitted by QJHS students, staff, and supporters. Cover art is by 8th grader, Cece Wayland. All profits will be utilized for student activities and enrichment. Cookbooks are only $20 and will make fabulous gifts, keepsakes, and are sure to become well-loved in kitchens throughout…
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Ashley Conrad is back from her cruise…sort of. She still needs Dramamine. She talks to Katie Carlin with EMBRACE of Hannibal about their capital campaign and J.R. Bareis from TigerHawk Technologies about consumer IT needs.
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Philip A. Covert, 40, last known address in the 300 block of Spring in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated fleeing and possession of a firearm by a felon. Covert is 5-foot-10 tall and 220 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can be found,…
Read Full Article 2023-021716, 12/09/2023 @ 08:36:42, 202 N Hayden St , HannibalNature of Complaint InformationOfficer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By 2635 Bounds, H WAdult MaleCompl. Information 12/09/2023Adult FemaleContact Information 12/09/2023Adult FemaleContact Information 12/09/2023Adult FemaleInvolve Information 12/09/2023Public Narrative Information reported on N Hayden St.2023-021717, 12/09/2023 @ 08:54:37, 216 Willow St , HannibalNature of Complaint TrespassOfficer Assigned…
Read Full Article Demetrus J. Trass, 43, 840 Washington St., Forgery at 3215 Maine St. NTA 179James H. Bauer, 59, 1120 Lind St., Adams County Warrant for Violation of Sex Offender Registry. Lodged 112Sara B. Powell, 33, Quincy, DWLS at 17th St. and Maine St. NTA 148Charles A. Hazelrigg, 68, Plainville, Failure to Yield at S. 24th St.…
Read Full Article 2023-021818, 12/11/2023 @ 06:42:19, 3900 McMasters Ave , HannibalNature of Complaint Disturbance – DelayedOfficer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C47 Wallace, S BAdultCompl. Peace Disturbance 12/11/2023AdultInvolve Peace Disturbance 12/11/2023Public Narrative Disturbance was reported at 3900 McMasters Ave. 2023-021819, 12/11/2023 @ 07:39:01, S Main St Warren Barrett Dr, HannibalNature of Complaint InformationOfficer Assigned 035…
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QUINCY — Firefighters Local 63 will host its annual Christmas open house at Central Fire Station, 906 Vermont, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, with soda, hot chocolate and cookies available. Santa will arrive at the fire station via fire truck at 6 p.m. He will be available to visit with the…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District closed several roads for the season on Friday, Dec. 8. The following roads will be closed until further notice:
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — UScellular is donating needed items to the Hannibal Arts Council. With its “Gift of Connection” program, UScellular is donating $5,000 worth of sound equipment, art supplies and more to help the organization further the creation, support and promotion of community arts programs that inspire creativity in all its forms. The council received…
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QUINCY — Three Quincy Notre Dame students were named 2023-24 Illinois All-State musicians due to individual auditions held in October throughout the state. The selected students will perform in Peoria during the Illinois Music Educators Association annual conference Jan. 25-27. Aly Young is a senior and the daughter of Mike and Mandy Young. She sings…
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