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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will be presenting an in-person lecture by Mike Nobis at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 30, at John Wood Community College in room D022/D023 on the lower north-end of Building D in the rear. The public is invited. The presentation will focus on constellations and how to identify them.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The application for nonprofit organizations providing human services in Lewis, Marion, Monroe, Ralls and Shelby counties in northeast Missouri is now open to apply to become a United Way Community Impact Agency. United Way annually invites area nonprofits to apply for this status. United Way identifies organizations through the Community Impact application…
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John W. Francis, 26, 633 Jefferson St. for FTA Theft at 1000 S. 8th St. Lodged 145Christopher M. Robinson, 35, 506 S. 8th for Pike Co. FTA Violation of Court Order. Lodged 113James M. Merdith Jr., 31, Homeless for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 120Crayton M. Rost, 37, 808 N. 8th for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 147Kelvin A.…
Read Full Article Carlos Albarran Paredes, 29, Quincy for DUI and No Valid DL.Amy N. Miller, 27, 2314 N. 12th for FTA- Fighting. Lodged 136Jonathan L Probasco, 38, 1110 Jersey for FTA Driving While License Revoked. Lodged 108Patricia R. Baker, 29, 704 Country Club Heights for Suspended Registration. 124Brandyn P. Baker, 35, 1639 1/2 Locust for FTA Fighting.…
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2025-001170, 01/23/2025 @ 01:40:58, Chestnut St Hayden, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Citizen Contact Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult Male Involve Community Contacts 01/23/2025Public Narrative Citizen contact on Chestnut St near Hayden 2025-001171, 01/23/2025 @ 02:07:07, US 36 Eb Shinn Ln, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Wrong Way Driver…
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Memorial Hospital to be host of six-class diabetes empowerment series; first session set for Feb. 19
CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will offer a new series of classes for those diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes. Diabetes Empowerment: Food and Fitness Series is a unique six-class program designed to empower individuals to take control of their health through a balanced approach to food and fitness. This comprehensive series centers on the innovative…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting Jan. 22 to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Arnold Brothers Heating and Cooling, 1729 W. Jackson. Serving Macomb and the surrounding areas since Jan. 1, 1960, Arnold Brothers has spanned three generations to provide expert furnace, heating, ventilation…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Laboratory recently achieved accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), following a comprehensive on-site inspection conducted as part of CAP’s accreditation programs. Recognized for rigorous and robust standards, CAP accreditation enhances quality, reduces risk, and supports improved patient outcomes through laboratory excellence. During the unannounced inspection of the laboratory,…
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QUINCY — The Fabulous Fur Ball, one of the Quincy Humane Society’s largest fundraisers of the year, will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at The Armory Event Center, 416 Jersey. The Fur Ball is a Las Vegas-themed cocktail event where guests can enjoy a night of casino-themed entertainment with professional…
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Emily Ann Lewis, age 82, of Quincy, died on Friday, January 24, 2025 at 4:16 am in her home. Emily was born March 16, 1942 in Geneseo, Illinois, the daughter of William J. and Marie Anderson Cederberg. She married David Glenn Lewis on June 16, 1990 in Vermont Street United Methodist Church, Quincy, Illinois. He…
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Hannibal Regional Hospital A daughter, Arayah Ocean Marie White was born Dec. 30, 2024 at 12:24 p.m. She weighed 5 pounds, 6 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. Her parents are Abigail Barnett and Marvin White Jr. of Monroe City, Mo.A son, Kashous Kreed Midkiff was born January 1, 2025 at 1:56 p.m. He weighed…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy recently announced the successful completion of its 2024 Christmas campaign, led by chairs Mike and Jean Buckley and their daughters Sara Terwelp and Megan Costigan. A total of $460,756 was raised, exceeding the goal by more than $20,000. These funds helped provide more than 600 hot meals during our…
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MARION COUNTY, Mo. — A Quincy man who was shot to death during a confrontation with law enforcement officers on Dec. 20 reportedly had planned to kill as many law enforcement officers as he could. The Marion County Sheriff’s Department reported Thursday that the body of Britney D. Hoffman-Kelly was found at approximately 4 p.m.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues Art Adventures, its popular creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The February Art Adventure is a creative project for grades K-5. Participation fees include all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. Students in grades K-5…
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SHELBINA, Mo. — Shelby County Extension will host a family-friendly event, Shelby County Ag Night, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, at South Shelby R-IV School District. The event will offer 30-minute sessions on technology, livestock, crop science, economics and health and will offer a free meal provided by Exchange Bank of Northeast…
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James A. Long, 74, 2910 Bluff Ridge Dr. for Improper Lane Usage at 8th and Broadway. NTA 102Danielle R. Waterkotte, 29, Homeless for Trespassing at 1308 N. 11th. NTA 136Joshua T. Knuffman, 39, Homeless for Criminal Trespass to Business and Resisting a Peace Officer at 1005 Broadway. Lodged 162Jakiere A. C. Edwards, 19, 301 Elm…
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Richard Ferdinand Scholz III (Riff), 74, of Quincy, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home in Quincy, IL. Riff was born January 16, 1951, in Macon, GA to Richard F. Scholz Jr. and Ellen (Willis) Scholz. He was married to Susan B. Tiemann on January 17, 2009 in Quincy, IL. Other survivors include…
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Joyce Frohn, 91, of Quincy, passed away at 6:00 am Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Home in Quincy, IL. Joyce was born September 6, 1933, in Pleasant Hill, IL to Harold and Lena (Grisham) Williamson. She was married to Dale H. Frohn on February 28, 1954, in Pleasant Hill, IL. He preceded her…
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Donald R. Durbin Jr., 68, of Payson, passed away at 10:01 pm Sunday, January 19, 2025 at his home in Payson, IL. Donald was born July 25, 1956, in Quincy, IL to Donald R. and Joann (Conners) Durbin. Survivors include his mother, Joann Durbin; his three children, Donald Roger Durbin III, Holly Michele Durbin (Danny…
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URSA, Ill. — The Unity After Prom committee will hold Blacklight Bingo on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Ursa Farmers Co-Op building, 2397 Illinois 96. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with bingo beginning at 7:30 p.m. Teams of eight can participate for $25 if paid by Sunday, Jan. 26. The registration will include a reserved…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Pittsfield Lodge 790 Ancient Free and Accepted Masons installed officers for 2025 at its Jan. 13 meeting. Installed as officers were Blake E. Roderick, worshipful master; Jim Filbert, senior warden; Curt Simonson, junior warden; Lyle Revis, treasurer; and Bill McCartney, secretary. Installing officers were Mike Wheelen, district deputy grand master, District 9…
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Memorial Hospital recognized by Becker's Review among top U.S. hospitals for patient recommendations
CARTHAGE, Ill. — According to Becker’s Review, a leading healthcare publication, Memorial Hospital recently was recognized as one of the top 464 hospitals in the United States that patients would highly recommend. This recognition is based on data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Becker’s Review compiled the list using data from…
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QUINCY — Quincy University announced Wednesday that, during the first seven months of the current fiscal year, it has surpassed the largest fundraising year in university history by 31 percent. The university has raised $13.7 million between June 1, 2024, and Dec. 31, 2024, topping the $10.4 million raised during the 2021-22 academic year. “Today…
Read Full Article Dashawn Walker, 19, 808 S. 7th for driving while license suspended at 13th and Broadway. 101Brenden Mastin, 26, 2704 Lind St. on a City OV warrant for FTA – vandalism X 2, Trespassing and leaving the scene. Lodged 169Christian D. Del Castillo, 25, Quincy was arrested on warrants for FTA driving while suspended x2 and…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Grant and Jessica Wilson of Quincy at 3:02 a.m. Jan. 9, 2025.A boy was born to Haley Koehler of Mendon at 10:06 a.m. Jan. 9, 2025.A girl was born to Andrew and Allyson Harris of Hamilton at 11:32 a.m. Jan. 9, 2025.A girl was born to Austin and…
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QUINCY — As John Wood Community College (JWCC) kicks off its spring semester, a group of students is charting a unique educational path as part of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program. This marks the second semester for Illinois’ inaugural FAME cohort, an innovative program designed to bridge education and industry through hands-on…
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