Muddy River News
QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery, located in Brenner Library, is the site of the 35th annual Great River Watercolor Society exhibition featuring works created in the Marilynne Bradley “Geometric Transformations” workshop held on Nov. 2. The Great River Watercolor Society exhibition runs through Feb. 21 and is free and open to the public. The…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Parker Clark-DeJaynes and Elena Delgado of Quincy at 5:53 p.m. Jan. 14, 2025.A girl was born to Corben and Kayleigh Edwards of Pleasant Hill at 7:17 p.m. Jan. 20, 2025.A girl was born to Zackery Logsdon and Ella Wiemelt of Quincy at 11:54 p.m. Jan. 20, 2025.A girl…
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2025-000123, 01/12/2025 @ 00:47:57, 11680 Cherokee Dr, Ralls County Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned S16 Klingsmith, C J Entered By C77 Sheehan, V C Adult Male Compl. 911 Hang Up 01/12/2025Public Narrative Deputy responded to a 911 hang up on Cherokee Dr. 2025-000124, 01/12/2025 @ 05:18:05, Highway 19 Hutchenson Ln, Center Nature…
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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. Freddie L. Behrens and Sheila J. Behrens Trust of Quincy sold a residence and garage at…
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Irma Wright, 75, Quincy for FTA Stealing.Richard T. Edlemon, 21, Quincy for DUI at 54th St and Maine St. Lodged 186Joda J. Harris, 49, Quincy for FTA OV Stealing at 530 Broadway St. Lodged 169Latoshia Tipsord, 45, Quincy for Fail to Yield Private Drive and Suspended Registration. Brodie J. Bell, 39, Quincy for trespassing in…
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QUINCY — The following items have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any of the property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489, and refer to the ID number when calling. First Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Debit Card belonging to Jesus Pena 12-6-24 30125 Chevrolet and House Keys 12-6-24…
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QUINCY — Encore! Volunteer Council for the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association will present The Fairy Tale Tea on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Spring Lake Country Club. Seatings are scheduled for 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Children preschool age to fifth grade are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character and dance the morning…
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QUINCY — A fire in a basement laundry room was quickly extinguished Thursday morning by Quincy firefighters. The Quincy Fire Department (QFD) was alerted at 7:16 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, to a basement fire in a house at 821 N. 22nd. The first crew arrived on the scene at 7:19 a.m. and reported light smoke…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department has announced details of the upcoming Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation (ILEAP) on-site assessment to determine the Quincy Police Department’s eligibility for Tier Two Accreditation. The Tier Two program is ILEAP’s most rigorous assessment, comprised of 179 professional standards that are reflected in the police department’s operating policies and practices…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Salvation Army of Hannibal recently shared the success of its Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, which exceeded the initial fundraising goal of $125,000 by raising a record-breaking total of $142,695. This year’s campaign was led by chairs Jen and Shad Terrill and Shelby and Kassondra Terrill. The Red Kettle Christmas Campaign is The Salvation Army’s largest annual…
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. Square 1838, LLC of Quincy sold a hotel/motel with two lots at 107 Washington in Pittsfield…
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Beverly “Bev” J. Baker, 67, of Carthage, passed away at 3:18 am Monday, January 27, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Bev was born June 7, 1957, in Southampton, NY to Thomas “Tim” and Mary Lou (Carson) Collum. She graduated from East Hampton High School in 1975, where she was an active participant in…
Read Full Article Aaron Jenkins, 28, Quincy for DWLS and Fail to Reduce Speed.Tonya Whitenhurst, 46, Quincy for Suspended Reg and Uninsured Vehicle.Philip Mast 74, Quincy for Leaving the Scene of Accident.Jean L. Modesto Betemit, 18, Quincy for Shoplifting at Walmart (5211 Broadway). NTA 180Chrell E. Monroe, 36, Quincy for Fighting, Interfering, Peace Disturbance and Indecent Conduct at…
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Jerry L. “Joe” Schieferdecker, age 76, of Quincy and formerly of Payson, died on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:38 a.m. in Blessing Hospital. Joe was born on October 16, 1948 in Quincy, a son of Kenneth L. and Emma F. Tyler Schieferdecker. On July 8, 1967 Joe married Doris Reckers at Grace Methodist Church…
Read Full Article Keegan Nebe, 25, 725 S. 15th for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Stephanie Brown, 25, 1614 N. 2nd for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Ophia Poole, 32, 4408 Michael St. for failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash at 6th and Jefferson. 169Desirae Arch,…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College and Clarke University recently announced a partnership offering students a direct pathway into a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) program. This collaboration establishes a “3+1” program allowing students to earn their bachelor’s degree from Culver-Stockton College after three years of undergraduate coursework and the first year of the DPT program…
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Barbara M. Gooding, 85, of Camp Point, passed away at 10:50 am Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Timber Point Healthcare Center in Camp Point, IL. Born April 28, 1939, in Quincy, IL, Barbara was the daughter of David and Irene (Crouch) Powell. She was married to Kenneth Leroy Gooding on January 21, 1955, in Palmyra,…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is sponsoring several programs to celebrate February as Black History Month, including two lectures about civil rights advocates, an informal discussion following the American Heroes Bicentennial Speaker Series presentation and presentations for area youths which focus on the Underground Railroad. The first presentation, “The Life…
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QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department will begin 2025 with the drama, “The Rich Full Life” by Viña Delmar. Set in the 1940s, the Fenwick family has a challenging family situation. Their 16-year-old daughter Cynthia suffers from a weak immune system. The continuous battle of preventing small colds and viruses so more challenging illnesses…
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LIBERTY, Ill. — The 52nd annual Porky Pig Day, sponsored by Liberty Lions Club, will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, at the St. Brigid Church hall from 9 a.m. to noon. In addition to the meal, a 50/50 raffle will also be held. Bulk sausage, as well as links and patties, will be available for…
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QUINCY — The man who was hospitalized on Jan. 18 after he was shot by an Adams County Sheriff’s Department deputy during an altercation on the city’s south side now is in the Adams County Jail and is facing four charges. Roger E. Stupavsky III, 22, has been charged with aggravated assault to a police…
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Memorial services for Ronald Edward “Ron” Walton, 80 of House Springs, will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, January 31, 2025, at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Perry with Pastor Jamie Franke officiating. Private family burial will be held at a later date. Mr. Walton passed away at 11:36 PM, Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Beth…
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Mary Snowden, age 95, of Quincy, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 8:05 p.m. in her home. Mary was born on May 16, 1929 in Wheaton, IL, a daughter of J.D.L. “Roy” and Ester Tuthill Langan. She married Howard Snowden in December of 1952 in Wheaton, IL. Mary earned a Bachelor’s degree…
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Jane E. Flachs, age 71, of Liberty, Illinois, died on Saturday, January 25, 2025 in Blessing Hospital. She was born on March 30th, 1953 in Quincy, the daughter of Ralph and Jeanette (Kroeger) Vogelpohl. She married Lowell ‘Andy’ Flachs on October 3, 1981. He survives. Jane was a secretary for Moorman Manufacturing and then later…
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QUINCY — The inaugural Tri-State Speed Puzzling and Cubing Competition will be held from 12:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 8 at the Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. Proceeds from the event will benefit Connect Child and Family Solutions, a community-based, non-profit organization providing support to foster children and families. Hosted by the Optimist Club of…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Two Hannibal teenagers were arrested Friday and charged with unlawful use of a weapon. Warrants warrants were issued Friday, Jan. 24, in the 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County charging Jordan L. Mayo, 18, and Bryan J. Wisdom, 18. The warrants were a result of an investigation from Thursday, Jan. 23 when…
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