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Buddy R. Baker, 46, last known address in the 1200 block of Horne in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle. Baker is 6 foot, 1 inch tall and weighs 245 pounds. He is bald and has brown eyes. If you know where he can be…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Cory Brown and Rachel Zellerman of Quincy at 9:44 a.m. April 2, 2024.A girl was born to Jeffrey Bainter and Alexandra Martin of Barry at 3:29 p.m. April 2, 2024.Twin boys were born to Gabrielle Miller of Quincy at 4:11 p.m. and 4:26 p.m. April 2, 2024.A girl…
Read Full Article LaPRAIRIE, Ill. — An Augusta woman was hospitalized after a single-vehicle rollover crash on Monday night. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15. Chenenna Decker, 23, was traveling north on E2903rd Lane, about midway between LaPrairie and Augusta, in her 2008 Kia Sorento…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Hospital recently introduced a pediatric care unit with an enhanced pediatric nurse desk that offers improved visibility and accessibility and a centralized pediatric monitoring system that ensures continuous oversight of vital signs and patient status, allowing medical staff to promptly intervene when necessary. The unit is adorned with artwork curated…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins (FLC) Association board has scheduled a cleanup day in the Log Cabin Village, on Quinsippi Island Park accessed via All America Park, from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20. Plans are to clean the cobwebs and dust from the log cabins and the log church. Volunteers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth, will be the site of a History Happy Hour at 5:30 p.m. Thursday. “Tides of Freedom” will feature speaker J. Matthew Ward, a visiting assistant professor of history at Quincy University. The doors will open at 5 p.m., and a mini reception will follow. There will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Local nonprofits looking to build their programming, expand their mission and better their communities are invited to apply for grant funding through the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri’s annual community grant program. The deadline to submit grant applications is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1. Grants totaling more than…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — At 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 16, employees of Douglass Community Services will display blue pinwheels of hope in recognition of April being National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The public is invited to join the ceremony at the Marion County Courthouse, 906 Broadway. This month and throughout the year, Douglass Community Services…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University will be the host of the seventh annual Academic Symposium Wednesday through Friday, April 17-19, at the Connie Niemann Center for Music in the south auditorium on the QU North Campus, 1700 Seminary Road. Students will present original research April 17 and April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple…
Read Full Article Tyrica S. Humphrey, 29, 830 Cherry for Driving While License Suspended at 5th & Locust. 161Joshua D. Hutcherson, 36, 421 Hampshire for FTA Aggravated Battery at 421 Hampshire. Lodged 112Tara Cole, 49, 1220 N. 5th for Petition to Revoke Probation-Aggravated DUI at 1220 N. 5th. Lodged 147Kaiser D. Rost, 18, 918 1/2 Jersey for Suspended…
Read Full Article I pray everyone had a blessed Easter while remembering that Jesus died to save us all. The weather is beginning to be more like spring with much-needed rain and warmer days. Hopefully, many of you have done some garden planting. In the community garden behind the Father Buhman Center in Shelbina, Mo. carrots, beets, lettuce,…
Read Full Article La HARPE, Ill. — A La Harpe man recently was arrested and charged with theft of more than $500 but less than $10,000. Deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department have been investigating numerous thefts in the La Harpe area, including reports of stolen tools, trailers, equipment and machinery. A cooperative effort with the Henderson…
Read Full Article MENDON, Ill. — Country music acts Diamond Rio and Sawyer Brown band will take the stage on Saturday, July 27 at this year’s Adams County Fair. Diamond Rio became a household name on the country music scene in 1991 with the release of “Meet in The Middle.” It became the first country music group in…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Prescription opioids were involved in more than 263,000 overdose deaths in the U.S. from 1999 to 2020. Opioid manufacturers and distributors offered a “master settlement” in 2021 to resolve lawsuits brought against them for false marketing and commercial distribution as non-habit-forming medicines. The total opioid settlement funds obligated to states, counties and cities…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — US Cellular, Hannibal Board of Public Works, Hannibal Parks and Recreation and Hannibal Area Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a spring cleanup day Saturday, April 20, in preparation for Earth Day on April 22. Volunteers should meet anytime from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Y Men’s Pavilion, 105 Hill. US Cellular…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra Chorus and Youth Chorus join with choirs from Quincy University, Culver-Stockton College and John Wood Community College to present the epic Carmina Burana at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Quincy Junior High School. Soloists Alfonzo Cooper, tenor, Gina Galati, soprano, and Ricardo Herrera, baritone, accompany the ensemble to…
Read Full Article Margaret H. Arrowood, 77, stop sign violation. PTCJoseph P. Meyer, 38, 818 N. 12th, Stalking and Criminal Trespass. Lodged 108Taylor A.R. Ridgeway, 30, 1019 1/2 Washington, no insurance at 12th and Jefferson. NTA 113Jennifer S. Ketcham, 61, of Quincy for Residential Burglary at 2511 W. Valley View. NTA 112Athonis C. Taylor, 18, Springfield for FTA…
Read Full Article LaHARPE, Ill. — A LaHarpe man was arrested last month and charged with possession of stolen property. The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department received at approximately 3:40 p.m. on March 15 a report of a stolen trailer. Deputies investigated the theft, which led to the arrest of Jordan L. Ragain, 29. Further investigation into this theft…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Three Hannibal students sang in the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE) national conference choirs at Chicago Symphony Hall on March 16 as part of the national conference held March 14-17 Chicago. These audition groups include students from approximately 25 states and range from fourth grade through high school. Charleigh Grote, daughter…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards happy hour event from 5 to 7 p.m. on March 25 at Forgottonia Brewing in Macomb with a crowd of more than 130 regional business professionals. The chamber acknowledged the efforts of several members, citizens and community leaders who played a vital part in…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently was awarded full accreditation for another three years by The Joint Commission, a nationally recognized organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations. The Joint Commission’s role is to seek to improve health care for the public by evaluating healthcare organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Special Olympics Illinois Region H will hold an interest meeting and bowling event for potential athletes and their families at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at the Tangerine Bowl, 3530 Maine. This free outreach event will be an opportunity for potential athletes to enjoy bowling and food and to interact with existing Quincy-area…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — For the first time in the 20 years of its existence, the Hannibal Alliance Art Gallery will be spotlighting two member artists. Besides showing their work, they will be combining their skills to create collaborative pieces. A pair of artists will be featured every two months, and the work will be on…
Read Full Article Jeremy T. Groves, 37, 1100 State for Driving Under the Influence and No Valid Driver’s License at 1852 Broadway. 132Joseph P. Evans, 38, 818 N. 12th f0ro Stealing at 923 N. 12th. 124Zaine H. Williams, 24, 336 S. 12th, Apt B for Criminal Damage at 1213 Vermont. 134Riley D. Jones, 23, of Quincy for Speeding…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Four drug-related arrests recently were made by deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. A deputy conducted a traffic stop at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Feb. 28 on a silver 2001 Chevrolet coupe on the New Warsaw Road at Windy Hills Road. A passenger, Taylor D. Harrison, 20, of Carthage was found to…
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. Darren A. Hildebrand and Amy L. HIldebrand of Camp Point sold a residence at 1003 Prairie…
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