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Robert E. “Bob” Burghart age 80, of Quincy died on Saturday, March 8, 2025 in Blessing Hospital, due to injuries sustained in a fall. He was born in Quincy on October 7, 1944, a son of William T. “Bill” and Alice (Duvall) Burghart. He married Clara Reinold on November 6, 1965, in the former St.…
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Bonya Lynn Tomlinson, age 59, of Quincy, died on Friday, March 7, 2025 at 11:15 in her sister’s home. Bonya was born on October 20, 1965 in Quincy, a daughter of Richard and Bonnie Lee Littleton Tomlinson. Bonya was a 1983 graduate of Quincy High School. She had been employed by the Quincy Police Department…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Three people recently were arrested in connection to a series of recent fires in Hannibal. The Hannibal Police Department has been investigating fires which were deemed suspicious in nature in the 1600 block of Grace, the 400 block of Jefferson (a shed and a home), the 1700 block of Martin and the 400 block…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Chorus, directed by Phyllis Robertson, will perform favorite show tunes at its spring pops concert, “Celebrate Broadway,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in Salem Church. The chorus will perform music from “Les Miserables,” “Newsies,” “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Jersey Boys,” “Come From Away” and many others. From…
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JWCC to offer 'Agriculture: Find Your Path Day' on Thursday to inspire next generation of ag leaders
BAYLIS, Ill. — John Wood Community College invites students, educators and community members to “Agriculture: Find Your Path Day,” an immersive event designed to explore the opportunities in agriculture, from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, March 13, at the JWCC Ag Center, 37803 Illinois 104. The program will offer participants a hands-on experience with…
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Sandra Kay Zimmerman, 81, of Quincy, died peacefully Friday afternoon, March 7, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, surrounded by her family. Sandy was born on February 25, 1944, in the Columbus Township, the daughter of Cluster and Erma E. Bunte Tournear. She married Richard Zimmerman on April 20, 1985, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently announced two new accelerated programs in the criminal justice and education departments designed to meet the demand for qualified professionals in both fields by allowing students to complete their degrees more efficiently while gaining hands-on experience. In a press release, Culver-Stockton College President Lauren Schellenberger said, “As the demand…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County Sheriff Anthony Grootens recently announced the 2025 testing dates for the position of patrol deputy. The physical test will be administered at 8 a.m. on Sunday, April 6, at Flinn Stadium, 4400 Maine, in Quincy. The written test will be given to people who pass the physical test at…
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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. Tina M. Rigsbey of Lexington, Ky., sold a residence at 1034 Madison in Quincy to Myron…
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Cass D. Tasco, 34, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 1001 N. 5th St. Lodged 122Brian E. Frye, 53, of Quincy for DWLR at S. 18th St. and Adams St. Lodged 186Michael D. Howser, 46, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 2069 Spring St. Lodged 122Michelle L. Reeves, 49,…
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La GRANGE, Mo. — A Hannibal woman is facing two felony charges after she fled law enforcement officers in Wakonda State Park in Lewis County in July and was arrested last week. Members of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Department were called to a disturbance at 12:02 a.m. on July 2, 2024, at Wakonda State Park.…
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Betty Sue Perry Mayfield, age 96, of Quincy, IL, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living. She was born on September 15, 1928, in Shelbyville, MO, a daughter to Leo A. and Effie Sue (McDuffe) Perry. She married David L. Mayfield on August 9, 1953, in St. Boniface…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Private Foundation recently celebrated 25 years of service to the Hannibal community. At its annual reception, the Riedel Foundation recognized the non-profit agencies that received grants in 2024 and looked back at the early days of the Riedel trust fund. Since its start in 2000, the Riedel Foundation…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A nature program for the family, “Nature’s Ink,” will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Hannibal Arts Council activity room at 105 S. Main. This program is co-sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation, Hannibal Arts Council, Hannibal BASF and Mississippi Hills Chapter of Master Naturalists. Local…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health System recently launched an 18-month project to bring a new electronic health record (EHR) to its patients and providers. The new EHR will ensure the delivery of top-quality care by streamlining Blessing’s clinical and operational workflows under a single system. “Epic will enable seamless information sharing across our health system and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League is offering seven scholarships in the amount of $3,000 to residents of Adams County. Applicants may either be traditional or non-traditional students seeking to further their education (2-year college, 4-year college or vocational/technical education). Applications are available from area high school guidance counselors, local college admission/financial aid offices or…
Read Full Article Scott Andresen, 33, of Quincy for domestic battery. Lodged 169Lisa Weisenborn of Quincy reports her red 2019 Kia was hit and run while parked at 5211 Broadway on 3-6-25 between 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 180Linda Schmidt, 63, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.Anthony Thompson, 69, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.John Johnson, 71, for…
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QUINCY — Josie Basket Project will hold its second annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 14, at the Machinist’s Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth. Cost is $20 for 10 games, and daubers are sold for $3 each at this cash-only event. A basket auction will be held during the evening. Participants can bring their own beverage…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Local banker Darin Redd recently announced his campaign for Marion County Presiding Commissioner as he seeks to fill the position held by David Lomax, who plans on retiring at the end of his term. Redd works for Commerce Bank and is a commercial pilot. He’s also a small business owner of Palmyra…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Volunteers in Partnership (BVIP), a volunteer group at Blessing Hospital that supports health-related causes, recently made its final payment on a $250,000 pledge that helped build the Teresa Adams House in Quincy — and made the last pledge payment considerably earlier than expected. The Teresa Adams House replaced the 70-year-old Quincy…
Read Full Article Caleb J. Peuster, 20, of Quincy for No Valid Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 10th and Cherry. NTA 101Kelly C. Carlstrom, 38, of Quincy for Wireless Phone in a School Zone at 14th and Maine. NTA 128Jocelyn R. Kolthoff, 24, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 29th…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of the Debra K. Scoggin-Myers: Rural Retrospective art exhibition. The exhibit features Scoggin-Myers artwork in pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic paints. Her work earned Best of Show at the 30th Anniversary Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. “This body…
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Shawn D. Willing, age 51, of Quincy, died on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 7:22 a.m. in her home. Shawn was born on December 31, 1973, a daughter of David and Carol Brawner Johnson. One March 5, 1999 she married Khristopher Willing in Quincy. He survives. Shawn was a 1993 graduate of Quincy High School,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is offering a nature program called “Springtime Stargazing” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 7, in Riverview Park. People attending should meet at Frisbee Field. Gale Rublee, HPR nature educator, will lead the program with the help of members of the Mississippi Hills Master Naturalists. In a press release,…
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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Behavioral Health Team is partnering with Quincy Public Schools to offer details on specific mental health resources available in the community. This collaborative effort will increase awareness of vital information to help educational staff connect students with support services. The Community Building Council Behavioral…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and John Wood Community College are sponsoring a program by Arlis Dittmer entitled “Another Nurse, Another War” about the life of Lauretta Eno. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, in JWCC’s Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium, 1301 S. 48th. Eno served…
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