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MACOMB, Ill. — The suspect in the shooting of two officers with the Macomb Police Department Wednesday night was taken into custody without incident Thursday afternoon. After a 20-hour standoff, Shaiking M. Mathis, 38, was taken into custody at 2:10 p.m. and taken. to McDonough County Jail. He has been charged with four counts of aggravated…
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QUINCY — Area Distributors announced Wednesday the acquisition of Bottles and Foamers, which supplies plastic containers and dispensing products to manufacturers and other customers throughout the United States. The business was sold to Area Distributors by Paragon Solutions US, Inc., based in New Hill, N.C. Paragon’s inventory will be relocated to Area Distributors’ centrally-located distribution…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Two officers with the Macomb Police Department were shot Wednesday night during the process of serving a warrant in the 300 block of North Normal, and a suspect remains barricaded inside the residence. Macomb Police Chief Jeff Hamer said during a press briefing on Thursday morning that the Illinois State Police SWAT team…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man was arrested Tuesday after a vehicle allegedly was stolen from St. Francois County and driven to Hannibal. The 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County issued a warrant on Wednesday, Sept. 4, for Dylan R. Zimmer, 18, charging him with receiving stolen property. The charge stems from an incident that…
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QUINCY — We in Quincy, IL Back the Blue will be the host of the Red, White and Back the Blue Festival at Lincoln Park, 1231 Bonansinga Drive, from 2 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7. The festival is dedicated to honoring local law enforcement, fire departments, EMS units and 911 dispatch. It is…
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QUINCY — To help provide equitable learning access and opportunities and keep local youth connected, UScellular has donated 25 wireless hotspots and two years of service, valued at $28,150, to Scouting America Mississippi Valley Council as part of its After School Access Project. UScellular’s After School Access Project provides free mobile hotspots and service to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A program will offer free computer coding league for local seventh and eighth grade students through a collaboration with the city of Hannibal, Hannibal Area Chamber of Commerce, Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council and Hannibal-LaGrange University. The class will meet from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays starting Sept. 10 in Room…
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CANTON, Mo — Culver-Stockton College’s first exhibit of the fall semester will be ‘Shared Spaces’ by artist Andy Brown in the C-SC Mabee Art Gallery. The gallery opening is set for Thursday, Sept. 5, and closes Oct. 14 with the artist’s talk at 6:30 p.m. on the closing day. Gallery shows are free and open…
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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. Glen Franklin Moore, executor, of Mount Sterling sold a residence at 101 W. Washington in Mount…
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Jordan M. Reilly, 32, 1116 N. 18th St. for Shoplifting at 5211 Broadway St. NTA 169Cass D. Tasco, 34, 634 Spruce St. for Trespassing at 235 S. 8th St. NTA 140James D. Johnson, 33, 200 S. 3rd St. for Aggravated Battery at 200 S. 3rd St. Lodged 169Pedro C. Banda, 33, 1120 Chestnut for no…
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Hilda Elizabeth Spidle, 80, of Quincy, passed away at 6:33 am Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Born May 31, 1944, in Quincy, IL, Hilda was the daughter of William M. and Loney Belle (Jackson) Shaffer. She was one of nineteen children. She was married to Jack L. Spidle on September…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Corey Bennett, principal at Stowell Elementary and vice president of the Hannibal Alliance for Youth Success (HAYS) program, knows the need for food security within the Hannibal Public School District. Bennett is often the person handing Buddy Packs to some of the 400 Hannibal children who might otherwise go without food on…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently released its Pursuit of Learning in Society (POLIS) fall semester class schedule. POLIS is an opportunity for lifelong learning for seniors. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming. POLIS Fall 2024 class schedule: All classes meet from 2-4 p.m. at North Campus, North 18th Street and Seminary Road, with signs to…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) will hold its inaugural Student Support Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4, in the cafeteria and courtyard. This event is designed to provide students with essential resources and information to enhance their academic journey and personal well-being. This event is organized by…
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MENDON, Ill. — Members of Adams Electric Cooperative are invited to the 84th annual meeting to be held at the Adams County Fairgrounds on Wednesday, Sept. 4. This year’s meeting will be a drive-thru event, with registration beginning at 4 p.m. A carry-out grilled pork chop sandwich dinner will be served until 7:30 p.m. Members…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Langhorne Meats and Provisions, the Hannibal Chamber of Commerce and Ignite will have a ribbon cutting followed by a networking event on Thursday, Sept. 5. The ribbon cutting will begin at 4:30 p.m., with networking and refreshments continuing until 6 p.m. Langhorne Meats and Provisions, which opened in May, offers beef, pork…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — The second annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots four-person scramble charity golf tournament will be held Sunday, Sept. 8, at Arrowhead Heights Golf Course. The golf outing will have three flights and offer two tee times. The first group will check-in at 7:15 a.m. and tee off at 8 a.m.…
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RIPLEY, Ill. — The Ripley Cemetery, located eight miles east of Mount Sterling on Route 24, will be the site for a cemetery walk from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8. The Brown County Historical Society will be the host. Visitors are asked to dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes. Arrive any time…
Read Full Article Damieon Nichols, 23, of Quincy for Unlawful Occupation of an Unsafe Structure at 823 N. 12th St. NTA 186Niya Harper, 27, of Quincy for Unlawful Occupation of an Unsafe Structure at 823 N. 12th St. NTA 186Patricia R. Baker, 29, of 704 Country Club Hts. for Peace Disturbance in the 700 block of Country Club…
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Services for Kenneth Gene McDonald, 91, of Vandalia, will be 10:00 AM Saturday, September 7, 2024 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Vandalia with pastor Rick Watson and Harold Williams officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Vandalia Cemetery with his son pastor Randy McDonald leading the committal service. Visitation will be Friday September…
Read Full Article Johnna S. Bradford, 63, of Hamilton for Improper Lane Usage at 1300 N. 3rd. NTA 126Ray E. Golden, 32, of 529 N. 5th for Sex Offender in Public Park at 101 N. 5th. NTA 128Theresa R. Many, 73, of 1802 Melview Rd. for Improper Backing at 18th and Melview Rd. NTA 104Harley D. Foster, 31,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Foundation will be the host of its 10th annual Paws for a Cause event at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7. The walk, held on the Hannibal Regional Healthy Way Fitness Trail, provides cancer survivors, friends and family an opportunity to join together in a walk of hope. Participants are…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Western Illinois Museum, in partnership with the City of Macomb, invites the public to a Community Conversation celebrating the life and legacy of William H. Thorpe, Macomb’s first black police officer. The event will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at the Western Illinois Museum. This…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital has announced the addition of lactation counseling services with Julie Shoemaker. These services are designed for pregnant women and mothers interested in learning about breastfeeding, those who are struggling with breastfeeding or those simply looking for support in their breastfeeding journey. These counseling services are designed to provide the necessary…
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QUINCY — The Modern Portrait will be the host of a promotional photography session at its photo booth at Greenhaus Cafe, 212 N. Sixth, on Saturday, Sept. 7. The Modern Portrait will have all of its props and a variety of backdrops to use for its upstart business. The event starts at 6 p.m. and will…
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NEW LONDON, Mo. — A former Hannibal man charged with 12 felonies for rape, sodomy and incest was sentenced to 40 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections last week. Terence L. Higgins, 46, pled guilty on May 28 in Ralls County Circuit Court before Judge Rachel Bringer Shepherd. He was facing five counts of…
Read Full Article Michael D. Graff, 34, of 1827 N. 30th for Retail Theft X2 at 5211 Broadway. NTA 178Levi C. Cain, 31, of 317 Ohio for Driving While License Revoked at 9th and Broadway. NTA 122Jacob L. Valencia, 39, Homeless for Trespassing at 405 Vermont. NTA 151Matthew C. Schroder, 38, of 3728 N. 12th for FTA-Stealing. Lodged…
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