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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently welcomed Melissa White to its team in Louisiana. White earned her medical degree from the University of South Alabama and, with experience in a variety of medical settings, she brings a wealth of knowledge to care for the community. As a primary care provider, White can help manage…
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QUINCY — Dr. Sean Moroze has joined the Blessing Health department of orthopedics and sports medicine. An Air Force veteran, Moroze graduated with honors from the Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, completed an orthopedic surgery residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center and a fellowship in adult reconstruction/total joints at Florida Orthopedic Institute.…
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QUINCY, Ill. — Adams County residents can safely and securely dispose of potentially addictive prescription medications at National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a drive-thru event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Adams County Health Department, 330 Vermont. The DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is in collaboration…
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QUINCY — AYR Wellness will be the host of a Movie Character Costume Extravaganza on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the State Street Theater. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. Fans of film and fashion can celebrate their favorite characters. The evening will include a costume contest with prizes…
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Lucas S. Dively, 28, Golden for Stealing and FTA Order of the Court at 5211 Broadway St. 182Barbara R. Rowland, Clayton for Stealing at 5211 Broadway St. 126Makyia D. Jackson, 24, Quincy for Domestic Battery at 1007 N. 5th St. Lodged 140Quintin J. Ewing, 38, Quincy for TOF for Aggravated Fleeing Elude, DWLR and Improper…
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QUINCY — A Quincy woman was arrested Tuesday and lodged in the Adams County Jail for aggravated unlawful use of a weapon after a Tuesday morning incident. Officers with the Quincy Police Department were sent to the 300 block of Elm at approximately 6:49 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15, to investigate an attempted break-in and shooting…
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Barbara Ann Peters age 90, of Quincy, IL died on Sunday, October 13, 2024 in Bickford Cottage surrounded by all of her family. Barbara was born in Quincy on December 4, 1933, a daughter of John and Katherine (Dittmer) Bruening. She married Ralph H. Peters, Jr. on September 27, 1952, in Quincy and he preceded…
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Terri LeAnn Curtis O’Brien, 53, of Lone Jack, Missouri, passed away in her home on October 14, 2024. Terri was a devoted wife, loyal daughter, cherished sister, loving grandmother, aunt, and an extraordinary friend. Those closest to her described her as a headstrong woman whose heart radiated kindness and compassion, always dedicated to helping others…
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QUINCY — Due to company expansion, Alarm Systems, Inc., of Quincy has announced new hires and promotions to address the increased territory. Shawn Leonard has been promoted to the role of general manager for ASI Quincy. Leonard will oversee daily operations, including sales, purchasing and technical operations. He holds a degree in political science/prelaw from…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal High School boys soccer team was the host of the eighth annual Kickin’ Cancer game on Oct. 8 at Veterans Field. Players were escorted onto the field by local cancer survivors during the announcement of the starting lineups. The players sold apparel, pink ribbons and drawing tickets to raise funds for…
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ADAMS COUNTY Ill. — Electric cooperatives across Illinois are committed to investing in youths through scholarships that honor the legacy of the cooperative family but also fuel the dreams and goals of tomorrow’s leaders. The electric cooperatives of Illinois will award 17 scholarships, each worth $2,500, to outstanding students from the electric cooperative family through…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Tracy Family Foundation and Mount Sterling Community Center YMCA are the hosts of the fourth annual Brown County Comedy Night on Saturday, Oct. 19. This year’s event, featuring performances by Marty Simpson and Shawn Reynolds, will be held in the Brown County High School auditorium and is appropriate for ages…
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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. Terry Niggemeyer and Julie Niggemeyer of Keokuk, Iowa sold a residence at 135 S. 17th in Hamilton…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — A Pittsfield man was sentenced to six years and six months in the Illinois Department of Corrections on Thursday after pleading guilty to aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a family member under the age of 18. Dylan C. Guthrie, 20, was arrested in May 2022 by deputies with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department…
Read Full Article Barbara R. Rowland, 53, Quincy for Stealing. NTA 126Felicia Wires, 37, Quincy for Animal at Large. NTA 134Valerie S. Black, 23, Quincy for Domestic Battery and Aggravated Battery. Lodged 108Gavin L. Powell, 18, Quincy for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 18th/Spring. NTA 178Jesus Morales Rodriguez, 39, Quincy for Fail to Yield Right of Way at…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A fire at 216 Broadway on Monday morning was determined to be accidental. The Hannibal Fire Department was dispatched to 216 Broadway at approximately 8:56 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, for a report of a structure fire. All stations responded with 10 on-duty crew members. Upon arrival on the scene, crews found a…
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CARTHAGE Ill. — The annual meeting of the Hancock County Historical Society will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Carthage Community Center, 301 Main. Tracy Knight will share “Everyday Awe: Reflections of a Country Doctor,” from Dr. James Coeur’s recorded memories, which is a sampling of his entries that demonstrated the life experiences…
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QUINCY — The Gem City Doves No. 27 are sponsoring a zombie 5k run on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Bob Mays Park. Registration opens at 10 a.m., with the race lasting from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Participants can walk, run, creep or crawl to the finish line as they dodge the zombie volunteers. The…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Rink @ Uptown Mount Sterling is returning for its second season at 109 W. North, offering an ice-skating experience complete with cozy fire pits, food vendors and games. Presented by Action Brown County (ABC) through generous private donations and sponsorships, The Rink offers a 3,600-square-foot outdoor ice rink—15 feet wider…
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QUINCY — The cast for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” that will perform on the Quincy Community Theater stage recently was revealed. This musical retelling of the classic fairy tale features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most memorable music, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible” and “Ten Minutes Ago.” The cast is comprised of: Also…
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Abortion has become one of the most significant issues to this election cycle following the reversal of Roe v. Wade by the U.S. Supreme Court in the summer of 2022, especially among women and undecided voters. As a traditionally conservative and religious region, many residents in our area have been outspoken about their support for President Trump…
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QUINCY — Melissa Shriver, former morning show anchor, is returning as a temporary anchor on weekday mornings on “KHQA This Morning” on KHQA Channel 7. Shriver is filling in for Paula McKenna, who has temporarily moved to anchoring the evening newscast. Shriver previously was the co-host of “KHQA This Morning” with Tegan Orpet in Quincy.…
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The fall weather is here, and we are dealing with it in many ways. Hopefully, you got much-needed rain. With the cooler temperatures, you know it is fall. I have noticed that people, when they mow, are mowing dirt, weeds and not much else. I have talked about mowing based on the height of the…
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I read and enjoy Steve Eighinger’s column daily and often pass on many to family and friends, as I am doing with his item on the film, “Necessary Roughness.” Brought back many grand memories! It was filmed during the summer in our town of Denton, Texas (since 1973). The whole family was “in” the film.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd, presiding judge of the Tenth Judicial Circuit, recently announced she has appointed Joseph Meidl as the new chief juvenile officer for the Tenth Judicial Circuit, which includes Marion, Monroe and Ralls counties. Shepherd administered the oath of office to Meidl on Oct. 7. Meidl, a Hannibal High School…
Read Full Article Thongsamouth NMI Sihom, 73, Quincy for Improper Turn. NTA 104Vincent V. Vahle, 41, Payson for Improper Driving. NTA 128Kayla C. Fletcher, 36, Hannibal, Mo., for Speeding. NTA 113Blake N. Hunter, 25, Quincy for Speeding and Operate Uninsured. NTA 113Austin R. Robinson, 22, Quincy for No Valid DL. NTA 126Alfonzo E. Jackson, 45, Quincy for Trespassing.…
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