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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Class of 2024 Business Hall of Fame. Officials say when considering nominees, think of business leaders who have laid the foundation for innovation, strong work ethic, sound financial principles and vision that will continue to serve the Quincy area for generations. In…
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QUINCY — A structure fire in a one-story single-family home at 1410 N. 14th was contained early Friday night to the attic and one room. No one was injured. A press release from the Quincy Fire Department said two QFD cause and origin investigators were called to the scene. The preliminary determination is the fire was…
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QUINCY — Theresa Oakley has graduated from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale with her Doctor of Medical Science degree. The SIU School of Medicine Doctor of Medical Science degree prepares physician assistants to be leaders in health care, higher education, research, and innovative industries, as well as public and private agencies. The program is designed to advance physician…
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Illinois Secretary of State and State Librarian Alexi Giannoulias announced Friday he has awarded more than $21.4 million in grants for library services and more than $5.7 million in adult literacy grants for local literacy programs to more than 140 Illinois recipients. Among the local libraries to receive a grant were the Board of Trustees…
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QUINCY — Ten people were arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 22, as part of a narcotics detail by the Quincy Police Department in a coordinated effort with the Illinois State Police, Adams County Sheriff’s Department, and West Central Illinois Task Force. The narcotics detail was aimed at targeting the possession and distribution of narcotics in Quincy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Trustees of the Riedel Foundation awarded a $4,000 matching grant to help the Hannibal Kiwanis Club provide coats and shoes to needy children at Hannibal schools. The items are bought locally at a discount from JC Penney and distributed to children whom the school has identified as in need. Because the award…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Demetrius Fernando, 46, of the 2200 block of Ohio in Quincy, recently was sentenced by Senior U.S. District Judge Sue E. Myerscough to eight years in prison, to be followed by 48 months of supervised release, for distributing methamphetamine. At the sentencing hearing, the government presented evidence that Fernando distributed more than…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club is honored to announce their continued support of the Youth Education Theater Initiative program of the Bluff City Theater with a check for $300. The Kiwanis Club has supported this youth program for several years to give young people an opportunity to excel and achieve their…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health System is hosting five free prostate cancer screenings in September as part of its observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Registration is required by going online to blessinghealth.org/prostate. The free screenings will be held on the following dates at the following locations: Men who are 55 to 69 years old should…
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08/13/2023 @ 00:49:50, E Wells , Perry Nature of Complaint Check Well Being Public Narrative Deputy checked the well-being of a citizen on E. Wells. 08/13/2023 @ 01:43:18, Belleville Dr , Ralls County Nature of Complaint Juvenile Problem Public Narrative Juvenile. No Public Narrative. 08/13/2023 @ 03:52:06, Highway 61 NB Highway FF, Nature of Complaint Check Well Being Public Narrative Deputy…
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Quincy Public and Parochial Schools will be dismissing early due to extreme heat indexes. While school buildings are air conditioned, the majority of the main route buses are not. Lunch will be served. Outdoor activities will be canceled or moved indoors. “I do not take these decisions lightly but must ensure that all our students…
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2023-015067, 08/23/2023 @ 06:30:50, 100 Shinn Ln , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V W Entered By C49 Heimer, C D Adult Male Contact Information 08/23/2023 Public Narrative Information at 100 Shinn Ln. 2023-015068, 08/23/2023 @ 07:25:13, Highway 168 El Rancho, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Crash – Injury Officer Assigned 019 Douglas, J E Entered By C49 Heimer, C D Adult Female Compl. Accident Involving Injury…
Read Full Article 2023-014997, 08/22/2023 @ 06:37:21, Birch St Walnut St, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Assist Agency Officer Assigned 034 DeLaPorte, R T Entered By C46 Reynolds, S M Adult Compl. Assist Other Agency 08/22/2023 Public Narrative Assist agency requested on Birch St near Walnut St. 2023-014998, 08/22/2023 @ 07:03:42, 2727 St Marys Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Alarm – Burglar Officer Assigned 018 Combs, J P Entered By C47…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A resurfacing project located on Route EE in Clark County, from Business U.S. 136 in Kahoka to the end of state maintenance at County Road 180 began Wednesday. The $2.47 million contract from the Missouri Department of Transportation was awarded last year to W.L. Miller Company of Hamilton, Ill. The contract includes an…
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QUINCY — St. Peter Church, 2600 Maine, will be the site of its annual picnic from 5 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, Aug. 26. Beer, wine and food will be served. Games will be available for all ages. A 50/50 raffle, a silent auction and a basket raffle will be offered, and $5,000 in cash…
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08/14/2023: Lea L. Houston, Mt. Sterling Struck a deer on IL 99 @ Scotts Mill Rd. No injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 08/17/2023: Mitchell O. Siemens, Blandinsville Struck a deer on IL 99 at CR 1200N Ave. No injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — If you are a string player and have had a least one year of playing or lessons, you are encouraged to check out the Hannibal Area String Orchestra. Potential new members are welcome to join current members at the Kiwanis Park, 150 Broadway, at noon on Saturday, Aug. 26, to visit with…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Memorial Hospital Health and Wellness Team will be hosting two Prep and Go Meals workshops in the Memorial Hospital Teaching Kitchen on Thursday, Aug. 24. The first workshop will begin at 12:30 p.m., and the second workshop at 5:30 p.m. Cost for the workshop is $150 and includes 10 meals that…
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QUINCY — Hannibal resident Melissa C. Griswold is the newest member of the Blessing Foundation. Griswold is an associate teaching professor in the department of finance at the University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo. She previously was a business faculty member and dean at Quincy University and Maryville University in St. Louis. Griswold has received…
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Joshua D. Hutcherson White Male, 35, 5’08”, 175 lbs. brown hair, blue eyes Last known address: 1300 Block OF N. 9th, Quincy Hutcherson is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office for Aggravated Battery. If you know where this fugitive can be found, please call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers hotline at 217-228-4474. YOU CAN ALSO…
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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. George E. Schrage IV of Quincy sold a residence at 1107 S. 23rd in Quincy to Dean…
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Bobby L. Dickerson, 42, of Quincy for Possession of Meth less than 5 grams at 810 N. 7th St. Lodged 152Christopher L. Smith, 30, of Quincy for FTA – Theft & FTA – Possession of Stolen Property at 724 Washington St. Lodged 136Islam D. Woodson, 20, of 614 Ohio for Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured…
Read Full Article 2023-014905, 08/21/2023 @ 00:17:47, 200 S Main St 305, HannibalNature of Complaint ThreatsOfficer Assigned 040 Hoebing, J M Entered By C74 Harp, A LAdult FemaleCompl. Information 08/21/2023AdultInvolve Information 08/21/2023Public Narrative Threats at 200 S Main St. 2023-014906, 08/21/2023 @ 00:24:56, 3001 St Marys Ave , HannibalNature of Complaint Juvenile ProblemOfficer Assigned 029 Wilt, M E…
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BAYLIS, Ill. — A Baylis man pled guilty to a Class 3 felony for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon on Monday in Pike County Circuit Court and will receive 30 months of conditional discharge. A bench trial was scheduled for Monday for Donovan Syrcle, 35. However, as part of Syrcle’s plea agreement, three counts of…
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Rushville man arrested for possession of child pornography after Illinois State Police investigation
SPRINGFIELD – Officials with the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation announced Tuesday the arrest of Ryun A. Vaughn, 25, of Rushville for possession of child pornography, a Class 2 felony. ISP DCI Zone 4 agents initiated an investigation in July 2022 after learning a subject was distributing child pornography through an online platform. During the…
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SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director John J. Kim announced Tuesday a third funding opportunity of $10 million to assist communities in meeting the requirements outlined in the Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act. The Lead Service Line Inventory grant program offers grants to local government units ranging from $20,000 to $50,000 to fund…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Local grill masters will compete for the people’s vote at the annual Rib and Wing Fest on Saturday, Sept. 9. Competitive groups will cook for bragging rights, trophies and the People’s Choice awards from noon-5 p.m. (or as long as supplies last) in Flower City Park in Palmyra, Mo. Proceeds from the…
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