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Marcia K. Tushaus, age 82, of Quincy, died on Monday, November 18, 2024, in Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on August 24, 1942, in Quincy, the daughter of Frank “Tubby” and Marie (Oenning) Tushaus. She attended St. Francis Solanus Grade School and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. She…
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QUINCY — The John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved a five-year lease agreement with Parent and Child Together (PACT) of West Central Illinois during its regular meeting on Wednesday. PACT Head Start will operate a childcare facility within leased space at JWCC’s Quincy campus. The organization will serve 16 qualifying children up to…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army’s red kettles and cheerful bell ringing will begin on Friday, Nov. 22 as the Quincy Area Command launches its Christmas campaign across Quincy and Hannibal. Red kettles will be out at various locations through Christmas Eve, collecting donations to support local families and people in need. The Salvation Army invites…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Steven Brody has joined the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce as its executive director. Brody’s goal is to work with the business community, public officials, peers and other key stakeholders to promote the Macomb area and Western Illinois. Brody previously was the executive director for the Burlington/West Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce…
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QUINCY — Homebank employees have donated $5,700 plus a variety of toys and blankets to Shriners Children’s, the century-old healthcare system devoted to providing high-quality specialty medical care to children and families regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. For several years, Homebank employees have raised funds internally for charitable organizations. Past recipients…
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QUINCY — Wedding planner Amy Deters, owner of Above & Beyond by Amy, recently acquired the event space at the Dick Brothers Brewery complex on York Street between Ninth and 10th. The event space, previously known as DB2 Events, will be renamed as Dick Brothers Events. Ownership of the brewery is unaffected. Above & Beyond…
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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. Jonathan W. Wintheiser of Quincy sold a residence at 1111 Chestnut in Quincy to John T.…
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HANNIBAL, M0. — The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) announced on Oct. 31 that Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) has been removed from probation. Hannibal-LaGrange University’s accreditation with the HLC was placed in November 2022 on a two-year probation amid controversy about mismanagement and poor trustee governance. After a recent site visit, the HLC’s assessment team noted HLGU’s…
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Demarkis D. Roberts, 21, 115 Stadium Dr. for Peace Disturbance at his residence. NTA 178Tiffany Kyler, 34, Quincy for Stop Sign.Natalie Mixer, 26, Camp Point for Speeding.Grace Hester, 19, Augusta for Speeding.Jillian Thomas, 42, Quincy for Speeding.Joey Myers, 20, Rockport for Speeding.Marah Chapman, 35, Hull for Speeding.Tiahna Fleming, 24, Wykoff, Minn., for Speeding.Steven Pleasant, 59,…
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QUINCY — J. Matthew Ward, assistant professor of history, will give a presentation on his book, “Garden of Ruins: Occupied Louisiana in the Civil War,” at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth. “Garden of Ruins: Occupied Louisiana in the Civil War” is a history of how the Union…
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Leslie Clark Sprague, age 75, of Plainville, IL, died on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 9:05 p.m. in St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville, IN. Les was born on June 11, 1949 in Quincy, a son of Paul C. Jr. and Bessie L. Dingerson Sprague. On July 17, 1976, Leslie married Paula J. Ray in Quincy.…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The 30th annual Dickens on the Square will take place on Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7, in historic downtown Macomb. This year’s event offers horse-drawn trolley rides, living window displays, the Festival of Trees, the Children’s Shopping Mall, visits with Santa, carolers, Victorian-era characters and more. The festivities will kick…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College reminds area students that the deadline for its 2025-26 Pillars for Excellence scholarship competition Dec. 6. This prestigious initiative is designed to support exceptionally talented students who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership potential and a commitment to thriving in both the rigorous academic environment and the broader world beyond college.…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Golden K Kiwanis Club presented a check for $5,000 on Nov. 11 to the PHAST Foundation (promoting health and service together) to support the Quincy Indoor Mountain Bike Park at 636 Jersey. The check was presented to Dr. Darin Thomas, president of Quincy PHAST, by Golden K Kiwanis president T Heberlein. The…
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Graveside services for Richard Allen Chapman, 78, of Plainville, IL, will be at 11:00 AM Friday, December 6, 2024 at Sunset Cemetery in Quincy,IL with Pastor Sheri Renner officiating. Friends and family are asked to gather following the service at The Atrium Hotel in Quincy for some food and fellowship. Bienhoff Funeral Home is in…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illini Community Hospital will host a food drive on Thursday, Nov. 21, for residents of Pike County. There will be enough food available for approximately 200 families. The distribution will in the parking lot of the Pike County Farm Bureau, 1301 E. Washington, beginning at 3 p.m. and will end when all…
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Jennifer A. McConnell, 27, Homeless for Stealing at 2600 N. 12th. NTA 134John Bevis Jr., 42, 1638 N. 5th for DWLS and Driving 11-14 MPH Above Limit. NTA 122Michael V. Mitchell, 19, Hull for Speeding. NTA 122Magdalene M. Kendrick, 24, 3023 Fox Run W. for Speeding. NTA 122Xavier H. Clark, 22, for FTA Truancy. Lodged…
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Larry Gene Bollman of Owensville Missouri (formerly of Quincy Illinois) passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on Tuesday November 12, 2024 at the age of 75. Larry was born on August 19th, 1949 to the late Henry and Helen (nee Mason) Bollman. He is survived by his wife Joan…
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CARTHAGE Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center invites kids in grades 2-4 to get into the holiday spirit with a holiday treat-making workshop from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, at the Health and Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital at 1454 N. County Road 2050. This festive workshop will allow children…
Read Full Article Derrick Farris, 44, 2722 Joyce Road for failure to report a traffic crash at 17th and Harrison. 182Piper Zarbano, 22, 3100 State St., Apt. H50 for improper driving at State and Ridgewood. 182Jorge Martinez Medina, 35, North Fond Du Lac, Wis., for driving on suspended DL. 140Tyler Arbet, 28, homeless on a warrant for FTA…
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HANNIBAL Mo. — Hannibal Regional has announced the arrival of the Ion Endoluminal System, a cutting-edge robotic-assisted platform from Intuitive-creators of the da Vinci surgical system. This new technology marks a major step forward in minimally invasive lung biopsy techniques. With more 20 years of expertise behind it, the Ion system offers unparalleled increased precision,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Public Library recently announced the appointment of Natascha Will as its new assistant director. Will brings nearly two decades of service to the library, working since 2006 in the children’s department, where she excelled as a children’s event specialist. In her new role, Will will help guide and support the library staff…
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QUINCY — First Mid Bank & Trust, 636 Hampshire, has named Alec Evans as its new mortgage loan officer serving Quincy and the surrounding communities. Evans is responsible for assisting customers with all aspects of mortgage lending — home purchases, refinances, home equity lines of credit and personal loans. “We are excited to have Alec join us…
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Harvey G. Sloniger, age 92, of Quincy, died on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 1:57 p.m. in his home. Harvey was born on September 29, 1932 in White Hall, IL, a son of Albert L. and Goldie Henry Sloniger. On July 16, 1968 he married LuAnn Vancil in St. Louis, MO. She survives. Harvey was…
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Marjorie June Young, age 91, of Quincy, died on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 2:47 a.m. in Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, IA. June was born on November 29, 1932 in Knox City, MO, a daughter of Willie T. and Blanche Goodwin Parrish. She married Robert L. Young on April 5, 1953 in Grace United…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) and Western Illinois University (WIU) signed an agreement Monday morning establishing a transfer pathway for students pursuing a degree in criminal justice/law enforcement. JWCC President Bryan Renfro and WIU Interim President Kristi Mindrup signed the agreement during a Monday ceremony. This agreement maps out an academic pathway from…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Holiday Art Market, the Hannibal Arts Council’s annual holiday sale, opens Saturday, Nov. 23, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. After opening day, HAC gallery hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. HAC is located at 105 S. Main. The market will run through Dec.…
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