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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. David M. Schaffnit and Sherry R. Schaffnit, formerly known as Sherry R. Schaefer of Quincy, sold…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Jan. 1-31, 2025. Andrew Jeremiah Carlson, 40, of Quincy and Aprilly Catiggay Vallesteros, 39, of Quincy filed Jan. 6, 2025.Randy Stan Day, 72, of Quincy and Mary Christine Day, 75, of Quincy filed Jan. 7, 2025.Scott Lee Prince, 37, of Quincy and Brittney…
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QUINCY — A total of 227 students at John Wood Community College have been named to the Dean’s List for the 2024 fall term. To be named to the Dean’s List, a full-time student must be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours and must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for…
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Ryanna L. Kelly, 27, 1119 S. 23rd for FTA-Possession of Meth at her residence. Lodged 101Ethan E. Moulton, 26, 1417 N. 3rd for McDonough Co. warrant FTA-Body Attachment at 22nd at 27th and Locust. Lodged 101Jevante L. Cannon, 27, 1030 N. 2nd for Aggravated Domestic Battery at his residence. Lodged 128Ryanna L. Kelly, 27, Quincy…
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Funeral services for Gerald Samuel “Garry” Jolley, 79, of Billings, will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, February 10, 2025, at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Laddonia. Burial will follow in the Laddonia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Mr. Jolley passed away at 8:35…
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Michael Ray Priebe, age 73, of Canton MO passed away peacefully Sunday, February 2, 2025 at his home in Canton. Mike was born March 3, 1951 in Quincy, IL a son of Wayne Eugene and Ernestine Dorothy Gooch Priebe Sr. He married Paula Pearl on August 16, 1980 in Canton, MO. She survives. Mike, not…
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QUINCY — The John Wood Community College (JWCC) Board of Trustees held a special board meeting on Jan. 27 to approve a bid for renovations to physical science labs on its Quincy campus. Trustees accepted the low bid for $1,567,700 from Maas Construction as the contractor for the project, which involves renovations to four science labs and…
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Scott M. Jones, 59, last known address is Leach Street in Maywood, Mo., is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for home repair fraud. Jones is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 165 pounds. He has gray hair and blue eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 217-228-4474 if you know…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Kyle Moore recently secured positions on the House Veterans Affairs and Public Utility committees, among others. “When I served as the Mayor of Quincy. I fought for our heroes at the Quincy Veterans Home. Participating on the Veterans Affairs Committee gives me a seat at the table to continue working…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA, in partnership with Kelly’s Tavern, is sponsoring the 42nd annual Kelly’s Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, March 16, at Kelly’s Tavern. This cherished community event supports the YMCA’s healthy living programs. The 5K race begins at 9:30 a.m. and is open to runners, walkers and strollers of all ages. Participants…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is accepting registrations for annual boat slip rentals at Nipper Marina on the Hannibal riverfront. Annual rental fees are based on the size of the boat, $2.75 per foot. Each renter must carry a minimum of $100,000 liability insurance on the boat, and a copy of the policy…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA invites the community to join the Souper Bowl workout, a special fitness event combining movement and charity, from noon to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. This event is free and open to everyone. Participants are encouraged to bring a canned good to benefit Quincy Catholic Charities. The event…
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Dorothy Louise (Allen) Hayden, age 94, of Quincy, went to her lord and savoir Jesus Christ early Friday morning, January 31st, 2025 in Good Samaritan Home. Dorothy was born on May 19th, 1930, one of nine children to Lonnie and Victoria Bays Allen in Reno, Texas. She married the love of her life, Merle A.…
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Constance Lou “Connie” Heilwagen, age 92, of Quincy, died on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:25 am in Sunset Home. She was born on November 18, 1932 in Quincy, Illinois, a daughter of Andy and Winifred Drummond Bridgman. Connie had previously been married to Elmer Harker, Sr. She married Joseph “Joe” Heilwagen on October 26,…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will be the host of its seventh annual QU Alumni Day on Thursday, Feb. 6, in honor of the university’s first day of classes on Feb. 6, 1860. In a press release, Maureen Kennedy, coordinator of alumni services, said, “I invite all QU alumni, no matter where you live, to wear…
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2025-000198, 01/19/2025 @ 07:20:34, 104 N Ralls St, New London Nature of Complaint Suspicious Person Officer Assigned S18 Watts, K T Entered By C53 Keith, G M Adult Male Involve Suspicious Person 01/19/2025 Adult Male Compl. Suspicious Person 01/19/2025Public Narrative Deputy responded to the area of N. Ralls Street for a reported suspicious person. 2025-000199,…
Read Full Article Diamanthe D. McGruder, 26, 828 N. 11th for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Expired Registration at 8th and Chestnut. NTA 130Lindsey A. Miller, 30, 2267 Hwy. 168, Philadelphia, Mo., for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 101Tina D. Huston, 57, 1215 Vermont for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 101Matthew J. Drew, 48, 4301 Chesire Ct. for…
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Mr. Donald Lee Mallett, age 91, of La Grange, MO passed away, Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 7:04 p.m. at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra, MO. He was born February 13, 1933 in Frankford, MO a son of Cecil Leroy and Lula Florence Utterback Mallett. He married Judy Marie Bozarth on May 29, 1960…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) recently announced that Wesley and Phyllis (Van Meter) Segawa were awarded this year’s Distinguished Alumni Award, the school’s highest honor for alumni achievement. This award is presented to graduates who have made significant, impactful contributions in their professional fields or service to society, embodying the excellence, character and values…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Jaycees and Golden Eagle held the Wing Ding at the Admiral Coontz Armory on Jan. 25. More than 800 people attended the event which included a chili dog eating contest, beer Olympics and a hot wing eating contest. Awards were given for first, second and third place for chili, best…
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QUINCY — Golden Collective recently announced the return of 217 Day at Quincy Brewing Company from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 15. 217 Day was created to honor and celebrate the people and places that keep Quincy moving forward. This event highlights the 217 area code with a lineup of local artisans, brews…
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QUINCY — Plans are underway for another year of raising money for local charities through Paddles for a Purpose. This quarter auction event helps the community become familiar with local charities while raising money and having fun. The events include a 50-item auction with various items and baskets to bid on such as home décor,…
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William Berry, 49, Quincy for FTA DWLS.Jessica Shultz, 35, Rutledge for Improper Driving.Bethany N. Handley, 30, 635 Payson for Failure to Yield Right of Way. 124Kryschella M. Christmann, 39, 1011 Kentucky for Possession of Meth and Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 173Jason W. Owen, 45, Quincy for Aggravated Battery. Lodged 134Keaton M. Chambers, 20, Quincy for Operating…
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Mr. Michael Edward Alexander, age 82, of La Grange, MO passed away, Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. He was born October 16, 1942 in Burlington, IA a son of Charles Edward and Velva Louise Davis Alexander. He married Mary Edith Lovell Rockhold on September 11, 1985. She passed away on…
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BARRY, Ill. — John Ator, a senior at Western High School, recently published his first graphic novel, “Thunder Bread.” This project began as an independent study course at the high school. Ator utilized Adobe InDesign to bring “Thunder Bread” to life. The graphic novel is now available on Barnes and Noble’s online platform. Ator also…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Missouri Partnership has announced the official kickoff of the Raise the Bar-Assess program, a key component of the organization’s Raise the Bars announced capacity-building initiative. This program is designed to prepare communities across Missouri to respond quickly and competitively to business attraction opportunities. Missouri Partnership is collaborating with the Missouri Department of…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Two officers with the Macomb Police Department received a letter of commendation on Friday for their efforts during a September 2023 incident. Officers Kenny Bergren and Korri Cameron responded on Sept. 14, 2023, to a residence in Macomb regarding an ongoing domestic violence situation. During their investigation, officers learned a female victim…
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