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QUINCY — The Kroc Center is teaming with local photographer Julie Ginos from GS Photography to offer two four-week photography courses for people ages 14 and older. Photography I will be available from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesdays from Feb. 14 to March 7. Photography II will be available from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesdays from March…
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MILTON, Ill. — The Pike County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched at 11:35 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3 to a disturbance in the 200 block of Blue Street in Milton. After an investigation, Chad A. Wooldridge, 36, of Pearl was arrested on a charge of aggravated domestic battery. He was lodged in the Pike County Jail.
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KINDERHOOK, Ill. — The Pike County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop on a blue 2018 Buick Enclave at 11:17 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 4 on York Street in Kinderhook. After an investigation, the driver, Christopher A. Gunder, 42, of Pittsfield was arrested on charges of aggravated DUI, felony driving while license revoked and leaving…
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Kyle Hawk, 28, of Quincy for Speeding and DWLR. NTA 122 Constantine Bayly, 28, of Quincy for Failure to Wear Seat Belt Driver. PTC 122 Dakota Finley, 29, of Quincy for Expired Registration. PTC 122 Jerimyah Maxie, 24, of Quincy for Suspended Reg. NTA 155 Kristi Evans,28, Quincy, for Operation of Uninsured Motor Vehicle and…
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2023-002390, 02/07/2023 @ 02:36:20, 4215 McMasters Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 045 Bergman, C M Entered By C46 Reynolds, S M Adult Involve Information 02/07/2023Adult Male Compl. Information 02/07/2023 Public Narrative Information reported at 4215 McMasters Ave 2023-002391, 02/07/2023 @ 03:24:45, 100 N 11Th 206, Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Open Line Officer Assigned 045 Bergman, C M Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Compl. 911 Open Line…
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QUINCY — Troop 99 and Pack 99 of Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church, 3600 Payson Road, will hold its first all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, in the church fellowship hall. The breakfast will feature made-from-scratch pancakes and fresh ground pork sausage. The price is $10 per person, with children…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is launching a new program for elementary students in Quincy and the surrounding area beginning in February. Based at the History Museum on the Square at 332 Maine, the program will offer mini-courses on three topics: The Underground Railroad, History of Quincy and Quincy Artifacts.…
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JWCC Workforce Development Center to be site of Wednesday open house for accelerated welding program
QUINCY — John Wood Community College will host an open house from 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesday at JWCC’s Workforce Development Center, 4220 Koch’s Lane. The open house is free and for anyone interested in getting started with welding. This accelerated welding program is two weeks shorter than the standard time frame. People will earn their welding…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Amber Riefesel has been named the next assistant principal of Hannibal Middle School. She will begin this role in July 2023. Riefesel began her career with Hannibal Public Schools in 2003. She has a combined 20 years of experience at Hannibal Middle School. She has taught special education, reading, social studies and…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Alliance Art Gallery will feature the work of its two newest member artists, Brandy Hurt and Veronica Sandercock, with an opening reception to be held in conjunction with the gallery’s Second Saturday event on Feb. 11. The reception will run from 4-7 p.m. Saturday with refreshments provided by the artists. This…
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Illinois community colleges celebrate workforce training during Career and Technical Education Month
QUINCY — February is Career and Technical Education Month, and Illinois community colleges across the state are celebrating their valuable role in preparing the workforce for in-demand jobs. CTE programs offered at community colleges provide students with hands-on training and real-world experience in a variety of industries including healthcare, manufacturing and technology. John Wood Community…
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HULL, Ill. — A Hannibal, Mo., man is facing drug charges after a recent traffic stop. A deputy sheriff for the Pike County Sheriff’s Department, while working for the Village of Hull, conducted a traffic stop at 1:53 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, on a blue 2008 Mercury SUV on State Highway 106 in Hull. After…
Read Full Article Matthew Schroder, of Quincy for FTA Stealing, DWLS, and Unisured. Lodged 155 Gabriel M Richardson (51) of Quincy, arrested for Retail Theft at 5211 Broadway. Lodged 120/130 Kyley McCauslin, 21, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed. PTC 145 Susan Moore, 66, of Quincy for Improper Turn. PTC 136 Carmen Grant, 38, of Quincy for…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal High School students can now graduate with college credits already under their belts. An informational meeting about the dual enrollment program and the dual credit program for sophomores, juniors and seniors is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday in the HHS auditorium. The dual enrollment program allows students to earn high school…
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Read Full Article Dana A Renfrow, 47, 1621 Granview Dr, Possession of Meth and FTA Speeding at 1528 Granview Dr. Lodged 155 Justin S Queen, 42, 622 S 6th St, Disregard Traffic Control Device at N 18th St and Broadway St. PTC 122 Rachel L Kuhlmeier, 47, 264 Highway 57, DUI, DWLS, Operatinting Uninsured and Illegal Transportation of…
Read Full Article 2023-002279, 02/05/2023 @ 00:32:22, Highway 61 Fair Oaks, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Assist EMS Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Male Involve Assist Ambulance 02/05/2023Adult Involve Assist Ambulance 02/05/2023Adult Compl. Assist Ambulance 02/05/2023 Public Narrative Assist EMS on US 61. 2023-002280, 02/05/2023 @ 00:49:11, 408 Center St G, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 040 Hoebing, J M Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Association of Park Districts recently presented State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) with its Outstanding Legislator of the Year Award for her commitment to advancing park and recreational opportunities for Illinois citizens. In a press release, Peter Murphy, IAPD president and chief executive officer, said “During her many years of service…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Ricky Rudd and Faith Kline of Canton, Mo., at 4:04 p.m. Jan. 31.A girl was born to Justin Hinch-Keller and Brianna McKim of Quincy at 4:41 p.m. Jan. 31. A girls was born to Connor and Cristina Eling of Quincy at 4:42 p.m. Jan. 31.A boy was born…
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QUINCY — Because of a record number of homeless shelter occupants, The Salvation Army is seeking help from the community through personal hygiene donations. The 14-bed shelter recently housed 29 people using the space to seek refuge from the regions freezing temperatures. In a press release, Major Shelley McClintock said, “Anytime we’ve called for help,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — An arrest warrant was issued Wednesday, Feb. 2 for Aaron J. Gallaher of Quincy for a charge of aggravated discharge of a firearm. Gallaher, 19, is a white male, 5-foot-6 inches tall, 130 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. His most recent address is in the 2500 block of Rebecca Court. The Quincy…
Read Full Article Dustin Gillaspie (31) 1112 Adams St. Quincy, IL for felony retail theft, possession of methamphetamine, and unlawful use of a weapon on 1- 27-23 at 5211 Broadway. NTA. 122 Mark Parson (64) 28 Ridgewood Drive Hannibal, MO for failure to yield right away at 38th and Broadway on 2-3. PTC. 107 Samantha Herald (34) 1604…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Kristin Washington, 37, of the 4000 block of State Street in Quincy, was sentenced Monday, Jan. 30 by U.S. District Judge Sue Myerscough to four years in federal prison, to be followed by a 4-year term of supervised release, for distributing methamphetamine in Quincy. Washington was indicted in October 2021 and pleaded…
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DURHAM, Ill. — An apparent ice fishing accident on Saturday led to the death of two people in rural Hancock County. The Hancock County 911 Center received a call at approximately 3:44 p.m. Saturday reporting two people in the water from an ice fishing accident at a rural farm pond near Durham. Emergency services arrived…
Read Full Article 2023-002229, 02/04/2023 @ 00:07:48, 1723 D St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C62 Potter, L M Adult Victim 911 Hang Up 02/04/2023Adult Male Involve 911 Hang Up 02/04/2023Adult Female Suspect 911 Hang Up Administratively Closed 02/04/2023 Public Narrative 911 Hang up reprted on D St. 2023-002230, 02/04/2023 @ 02:11:27, US 61 James Rd, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic…
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GOLDEN, Ill. — The Foundation for Rural Service recently named Four Star Public Library District in Mendon as a recipient of its 2022 grant in support of a broad range of community projects across rural America – from providing new equipment to local students, expanding digital inclusion initiatives, creating telehealth spaces and supporting public safety.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital is one of seven hospitals named to a five-star national hospital honor roll created by the National Rural Rating System. This new ratings program created by the National Rural Rating System is a new ratings program for rural and critical access hospitals. The program celebrates the extraordinary patient experiences provided…
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