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QUINCY — More than 20 nursing students and a community leader recently were inducted into Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) as members of the Pi Pi chapter at Blessing- Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The new members joined 156 other students and nurse leaders in the chapter. Student inductees…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinics recently announced the launch of Memorial Medical Clinic Mobile, a new behavioral health initiative bringing mental health support directly to students in Hancock County schools. This mobile clinic is now in operation, made possible through donations from Memorial Hospital Foundation and a $15,000 grant from the Tracy Family Foundation…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Margaret Bull, in conjunction with the Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House, are the hosts of the first ever Tea at the Mansion on Maine at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Nov 17. The tea will be held at The Lorenzo Bull House, 1550 Maine. The cost of admission for this event is $40…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Together with Tri-State Veterans Support (TSVS) recognized Blessing Health with the first “Veterans’ Choice Award” during a ceremony at Blessing Hospital on Friday, Nov. 8, attended by more than 100 Blessing staff and volunteers. In a press release, Richard Elsenpeter, coordinator and facilitator for TSVS, said, “The Veterans’ Choice Award appreciation program was…
Read Full Article Pedro Juan-Perez, 24, Quincy for Aggravated DUI, No Valid DL and Improper Traffic Lane Usage at 18th and Chestnut. NTA 130Angel M. Calvo, 20, Quincy for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 6th and State. NTA 130/108 ArrestMicaha J. Hess, 38, 1511 Madison for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 101George V. Robbins, 72, 300 Cedar for…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — NECAC held its annual meeting and installation of officers and directors dinner on Oct. 22. At the meeting, NECAC president and CEO Dan Page gave an update on progress made during the year and offered praise to board members, staff and volunteers. He also provided a look forward. In a press release,…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Scott Giltner, chair of the Applied Liberal Arts and Sciences Division and professor of history at Culver-Stockton College, will deliver the annual John A. Sperry Jr. Endowed Chair of Humanities Lecture at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, in the Merillat Chapel and Recital Hall inside of the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts…
Read Full Article Kenneth L. Obert, 70, 3509 S. 36th for Failure to Yield Right of Way at 4th and Hampshire. NTA 128Orlando P. Williams, 51, 3200 N. 12th for Trespassing at 503 Grant Dr. NTA 121Jason W. Owen, 45, 633 Lind for Stealing at 501 Broadway. NTA 126Brittany D. Haubrich, 33, 2809 Southfield Dr. for Failure to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Brenner Library will be the site of the Family Reading Night Open House from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Families are encouraged to bring children ages five and under. Attendees will rotate through different locations in Brenner Library and listen to popular children’s books read by QU early…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council recently announced Beth Hinton has accepted the position of program coordinator with the organization. She began her duties in early September, training under Brenda Beck Fisher, who held the position since January 2011. Hinton comes to the program coordinator position with knowledge of the organization and its role in…
Read Full Article LA GRANGE, Mo. — Mark Twain Casino helped to celebrate William Kraemer’s 100th birthday on Oct. 30 with his daughters Karen Huff of Auburn, Ill., and Sandy Elbe of Augusta, Ill. Kramer has been a loyal guest of the casino for 23 years. In a press release, Ryan Lounsbury, general manager of Mark Twain Casino,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy City Hall and Central Services will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Both will reopen on Tuesday, Nov. 12, for regular business hours. The City Council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Garbage and yard waste recycling will be picked up on Monday. Quincy Transit…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Paddles for a Purpose, sponsored by Eagles Aerie #535 and Alps, will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Eagles main building, 3737 N. Fifth. Doors for this event will open at 5:30 p.m., with bidding beginning at 6:15 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers. More than 35 items will be…
Read Full Article 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 $1500.00.10/30/2024:Lisha B. Hall, Versailles, struck deer on IL 99/CR 1250E.CITATIONS:10/26/2024:Christopher A. Gonzales, Mt. Sterling; No valid driver’s license.10/29/2024:Molly S. Klene, Versailles: Driving while license suspended.Travis J. Klobetanz, Waverly: operating a motor vehicle…
Read Full Article Dakota Rhoades, 26, Quincy for Retail Theft Under.Robert Gillaspie, 56, Quincy for Violation of OP. Lodged 107Kendra Hunholt, 47, Quincy for Fail to Yield-Right of Way.Liam Ackman, 18, of Rushville for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident. 122Dennis D. Wingerter, 57, 2217 Harrison for No Valid Registration and Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 144Larissa L.…
Read Full Article Matthew M. McKenzie, 48, 1603 Center for FTA Aggravated Battery. Lodged 124Thomas C. Gooding, 35, 829 N. 16th for Expired Registration. 146Russell J. Lyttaker, 44, for Schuyler Co. FTA Obstructing Justice. Lodged 144Brodie J. Bell, 39, 2800 College for FTA Retail Theft. Lodged 124Dallas J. Heiden, 22, Quincy for speeding at Gardner Expy. and Jackson.…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Phillip C. Mayfield, 35, who lived in both Quincy and Monroe City, Mo., was sentenced on Thursday to 20 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine, to be followed by five years of supervised release. Mayfield was indicted in June 2023 and convicted after a jury trial in June 2024. During three…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — A 19-year-old man from Palmyra sustained minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Missouri Route 168, about five miles west of Palmyra at approximately 7:30 a.m. Thursday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported the crash involved a 1997 Ford Ranger traveling southbound. The vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign, veered…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Students in the Communication Studies department at Hannibal-LaGrange University earned multiple awards at the Baptist Communicators Association (BCA) competition on Oct. 17. HLGU students earned a first- and third-place finish in the video promotion category. Students also earned two second-place finishes in the categories of public relations campaign and video broadcast. Students…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Foundation donors recently spent $45,000 on two LIFEPAK 15 Trainer Cardiac Monitors for students of Blessing Hospital’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) paramedic and emergency medical technician programs. These monitors, used by ambulance personnel in cases of suspected heart attack, replace 20-year-old technology and are the same machines used in many area ambulances.…
Read Full Article The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Oct. 1-31, 2024. Noah Kolbe Federoff, 23, of Quincy and Nicole Catherine Weiss, 22, of Quincy filed Oct. 1, 2024.Angelica Lacy Parker, 25, of Mendon and Ronald Keith Barnes, 27, of Mendon filed Oct. 4, 2024.Blaine Richard Wilson I, 29, of Quincy and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Artist Alan Starkey is showcasing his acrylic paintings, prints and sculpture in the Gray Gallery in Brenner Library on QU’s main campus through Thursday, Dec. 12 Starkey has exhibited his work at the Illinois State Museum invitational and completed a few sculptural and portrait commissions over the years. Starkey’s larger metal sculptures…
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. Gail L. Wilson of Manito, William M. Wilson of Glasford, Kenneth C. Garls of Pekin, Steven…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional is hiring for multiple roles in maintenance, housekeeping, food services and security. Open interviews will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at The Caring Cup just inside Hannibal Regional Medical Group. Interested applicants can talk with hiring managers and human resources directly. For questions, call…
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