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HAMILTON, Ill. — A traffic stop led to the arrests of two men on drug charges. A deputy with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department deputy observed a white 2012 Ford commit a traffic violation at the intersection of 10th and Oak in Hamilton at approximately 12:09 a.m. Thursday. A sheriff’s office canine was deployed, and…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital, 1454 N. County Road 2050, will be the host of a career fair from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, May 12 in the board room. The career fair will feature walk-in interviews for all positions. Applicants can speak with hiring managers and learn more about the organization’s competitive benefits and plans for…
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Erin M Cheney, 42, Quincy for FTA failure to yield and FTA dangerous dog in the 1800 block of Broadway. Lodged Antonio M Thomas (26) Quincy for FTA Violation Order of Protection at 8th and State. Lodged Lindsey R Logan (31) Quincy for FTA Possession of Controlled Substance at 3rd and Sycamore. Lodged Joseph M Klomphien (29) Barry IL…
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DALLAS CITY, Ill. — A Dallas City man is in the Hancock County Jail after a Tuesday traffic stop led to an arrest for methamphetamine possession. A deputy with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department observed a gold 2010 Hyundai commit a traffic violation at the intersection Cherry and Illinois 9 in Dallas City. The driver…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council is looking for art submissions created by area artists of silos or steeples or both. Any media is accepted as long as it fits the current theme. Examples are paintings, photographs, sculptures and mixed media. The exhibit will be on display at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main,…
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QUINCY — The Arbor Day Foundation recently awarded Quincy a Tree City USA Growth Award to recognize the city’s commitment to effective urban forest management. In a press release, Mayor Mike Troup said, “This is quite an accomplishment for Quincy. This is Quincy’s 36th year being recognized as a Tree City USA, and to be…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries Second Tuesday of the Month program is titled “A Look at Fashionable Women from Ancient Times to Present” and will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10 at the Tri-State Area CWM location, 522 S. Eighth. Tri-State Area CWM also is the host of Cup of…
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NEW LONDON, Mo. — Idahoan Foods recently contributed 20 cases of its potato products — 10 cases of boxed sweet potatoes and 10 cases of buttery homestyle potatoes — to the NECAC Ralls County Food Pantry in New London. Additional contributions are welcomed and may be made by calling NECAC Ralls County Service Coordinator Stephanie…
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QUINCY — The Great River Honor Flight missions to Washington, D.C. will resume Thursday May 19 after a pause of more than two years caused by the pandemic. “Our board felt that the mandates and restrictions in place the past 24 months did not allow our veterans to be able to fully experience the thanks…
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A St. Charles County Circuit Court judge dismissed Attorney General Eric Schmitt’s lawsuit Thursday against the local school district’s now-rescinded mask mandate, leaving few cases from Schmitt’s legal blitz remaining. The City of St. Charles School District was one of 47 districts Schmitt sued earlier this year over mask mandates, and it was one of only three…
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BOWEN, Ill. — A Beardstown man is in the Hancock County Jail and charged with four counts of forgery. Deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department were investigating forged checks passed at a business in Augusta and a business in Bowen. The suspect, Adam T. Rice, 57, was identified, located and arrested at a residence…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command unmasked Megan Peters as the fan favorite at theorganization’s fundraiser, Unmasking the Singer. This unique head-to-head singing competition, where Quincy and Hannibal area celebrities/community members donned mascot costumes and sang for votes, was held April 29. This year’s event raised money for The Salvation Army to continue to…
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2022-007964, 05/06/2022 @ 01:33:20, Highway 79 Broadway, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 040 Hoebing, J M Entered By C74 Harp, A L Public Narrative Traffic stop at MO 79 and Broadway for improper turn. Driver released with a warning for improper turn and multiple citations. 2022-007965, 05/06/2022 @ 02:33:14, 401 Olive St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College will hold the Class of 2022 commencement ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, May 14 in the Charles Field House. John Wood Community College president Michael Elbe will deliver the commencement address. “We are thrilled to welcome President Elbe to “the Hill” to encourage our students,” C-SC President Douglas B. Palmer…
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QUINCY — Family and friends of Timothy Haley will be the host the “Heart Check for Tim” benefit from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 14 on the Knights of Columbus grounds. Organizers of the event hope to raise awareness for unknown heart conditions. Haley was 26 years old when he died from an…
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QUINCY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County and the National Association of Letter Carriers are teaming up for the 30th annual “Stamp Out Hunger” National Food Drive on Saturday, May 14, to benefit local food pantries and the residents of Adams County who face hunger daily. In a press release, Amanda Veihl, Quincy Postal…
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QUINCY — The West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging is the host of a job fair at the Illinois Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York, from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 21. Mary Crawford, field representative for the WCIAAA, believes a stereotype exists around the over-age-50 job seeker. “Older workers are…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — Our days are getting longer and warmer, and many gardens are awash in color from spring-blooming bulbs like daffodils and tulips. Unfortunately, the blooms will eventually fade, leaving many of us wondering what we can do to help make sure that they are ready to go again next year. Leave the leaves…
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QUINCY — A deceased male found by Quincy firefighters during a fire on Quincy’s north side in the early morning hours of March 29 has been identified as Dustin Willis. Detectives with the Quincy Police Department and investigators with the Quincy Fire Department investigated the cause and origin of the fire at 1021 N. Fourth,…
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U.S. Marshals Service offering $2,500 reward to find Troy, Mo., teen whose car was found in Hannibal
QUINCY — The United States Marshals Service, in conjunction with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and surrounding law enforcement agencies, is asking for the public’s help in locating Drew Thompson, a missing/runaway endangered teen. Thompson, a 17-year-old white male, is approximately 6 feet tall and weighs 140 pounds. He has short-cropped brown hair and…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Conner and Jeni Schaefer of Clayton at 2:12 a.m. May 1.A girl was born to Rocky Valatine and Sydney Hamann of Quincy at 12:39 p.m. May 2.A girl was born to Brady and Bailey Ash of Payson at 8:28 a.m. May 2.A boy was born to Michael J.…
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QUINCY — The Oakley-Lindsay Center unveiled Friday its solar photovoltaic system that is estimated to generate 70 percent of the building’s future electricity usage. “Going solar was the right decision for our facility to reduce our operating costs and lock in long-term savings for electricity,” Christopher Landwehr, executive director of the Oakley-Lindsay Center, said in…
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MACOMB, Ill. – Four graduates from Western Illinois University’s School of Agriculture recently were named Distinguished Alumni. The honor is a tradition that started in 2020 during the school’s 100th anniversary. This year’s honorees are 1985 alumnus Mary (Turnbull) Barnes of Nebo, 1983 alumnus Marsha Webster of Allerton, Iowa, 1987 alumnus Kurt Rahe of Bluffs…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation has awarded a $4,000 grant to Bluff City Theater for two free performances in Hannibal. The grant will help fund an upcoming show in May called “Forgottonia.” With the partnership of the Riedel Foundation, this show will have nine performances live in Central Park, with free admission. The award also funded the…
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QUINCY — Women who qualify can take advantage of a no-cost screening for the bone-weakening disease osteoporosis at the Blessing Breast Center, Suite 320, at the Blessing Health Center’s east entrance at 927 Broadway from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 12. To qualify for the free screening a woman must: Not have had a…
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QUINCY — Eleven Blessing Health nurses and one department received awards on May 4 for their contributions to patient care during the health system’s observance of National Nurses Week. Blessing Health employs 1,430 nurses. Blessing nurses nominate their peers and other fellow caregivers each year during Nurses Week for “Excellence Awards.” The following nurses are…
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On 5/03/22, Adrian Herring reported a burglary at 1115 Chestnut. Tools and a ladder were stolen. No Suspects. Wendy Keller (56) for Disobeying a Stop Light. PTC Ashley M. Allen (34) on an original warrant for Unlawful Use of Credit Card. Lodged On 5/03/22, Adams Fiber reported damage to their equipment at 323 College. No suspects have…
Read Full Article 2022-007905, 05/05/2022 @ 00:40:42, 100 N 11Th 310, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suicidal Subject Officer Assigned 043 Carlin, J R Entered By C61 Jaworski, J MAdultCompl. Mental Cases-Other 05/05/2022Adult FemaleInvolve Mental Cases-Other 05/05/2022AdultInvolve Mental Cases-Other 05/05/2022 Public Narrative Suicidal subject reported at 100 N 11th. 2022-007906, 05/05/2022 @ 00:59:52, US 61 Highway MM, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W Entered By C62…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins will be the host of an open house at the Log Cabin Village on Quinsippi Island from 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Interpretive guides will explain the history and importance of these 19th century log cabins, which feature original logs from structures built in this area. These local cabins…
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