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Thomas Muse, 42, 929 S. 10th for trespassing at 724 S. 13th St. on 7-11-24. NTA 151Shelia C. Thomas, 33, Quincy for home invasion in the 600 block of Harrison Drive. Lodged 111Amanda L. Jones, 42, Quincy was arrested on a warrant for FTA parked more than 12 inches from curb at ACJ. Lodged 111Kimra…
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QUINCY — For the sixth consecutive year, Blessing Hospital has been named a “High Performing Hospital” by U.S. News & World Report as part of its 2024-2025 Best Hospitals report. High Performing Hospital is the highest distinction a hospital can earn for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedure and Condition ratings. The ratings are designed to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Because of multiple issues with current dash cameras, the Marion County Ambulance District is going to look at other options. Chief John Nemes reported on the dash camera issues during the July 18 Marion County Ambulance District board meeting, at which the board also discussed plans for new ambulance purchases, the former…
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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. Jane L. Dietrich and James F. Hardy of Quincy sold a residence at 1614 Melrose Drive…
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MACOMB, Ill. — An investigation by Jon Barnard with the Illinois State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor’s Office into an officer-involved shooting in March with the Macomb Police Department did not come up with a basis for criminal action or prosecution. Officers with the Macomb Police Department and Western Illinois University Police Department were dispatched to 915…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Harris, director of the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR). The property assessment equalization factor, often called the “multiplier,” is the method used to achieve uniform property assessments among counties, as required by law. This equalization…
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Matthew A. Miller, 41, last known address in the 1000 block of Turle Lake Road in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for felon in possession of a weapon and criminal trespass. Miller is 6 foot, 4 inches tall and weighs 205 pounds. He has blonde hair and blue eyes. Call the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hot summer days are the perfect setting for nature programs at Sodalis Nature Preserve. A night hike at Sodalis Nature Preserve, Bats Eat Bugs, will be offered at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 26. Sodalis Nature Preserve was acquired by the city of Hannibal almost 10 years ago to conserve the abandoned mines…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department has determined a garage at 620 S. 14th damaged by fire early Tuesday morning is a “total loss.” The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to a garage fire at 12:46 a.m. Tuesday in the alley between 13th and 14th streets, running from Payson Avenue to Ohio. The first crew…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Area artists living within a 50-mile radius of Hannibal are encouraged to submit original works of art to the Hannibal Art Club’s 60th annual area artist exhibit and competition, ORiGINALE. The exhibit and competition will be on display from Sept. 20 through Oct. 26. More than $3,000 in prize money will be…
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QUINCY — The Safe and Livable Housing Committee has added two new sessions of the tenant workshop to its agenda. The topic of the next meeting is Strength: Physical, Mental and Financial. It is scheduled for Thursday, July 25, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Vermont Street United Methodist Church, 818 Vermont. Anyone renting a…
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Daniel K.M. Bossou, 23, of Columbus, Ohio, for Reckless Driving at Quinsippi Island. NTA 181Joseph H.D. Peters, 19, of 2002 W. Hilltop Dr. for Failure to Reduce Speed and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 24th and Jackson. NTA 178Loren M. Holm, 82, of 643 Hill and Brook for Aggravated Battery to Firefighter at 3632 Maine.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, continues its popular Coffee Talk Conversation Series in July. The next program, titled “American Midwest” will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 28, The program is free and open to the public. Program partners are: Wade Stables P.C. and the Missouri Arts Council,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal-LaGrange University Board voted during its summer meeting to freeze the tuition for the 2025-26 year. Tuition will stay the same for students for the third consecutive year. A press release from the university says the impact of maintaining the same tuition for another year will help continue the growing enrollment…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County’s biannual Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) event is set for Wednesday, July 24, at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Doors will open at 9 a.m., and the event will wrap up at 3 p.m. Lunch will be provided. This event aims to bring together various resources available…
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MENDON, Ill. — “Experience the Difference” is the theme at this year’s Adams County Fair, which kicks off Wednesday, July 24 at the fairgrounds north of Quincy. The 82nd annual fair runs through Tuesday, July 30. Highlights of this year’s fair include concerts by country music bands Diamond Rio and Sawyer Brown on the evening of…
Read Full Article James M. Pratt Jr., 59, of 412 Spring for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 5th and Jersey. NTA 128Christina R. Kelley, 39, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Possession of Meth at 8th and Oak. NTA 173Whitney M. Mock, 39, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for…
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MENDON, Ill. — The 24th annual market animal sale in support of youth in agriculture will be held Tuesday at the Adams County Fairgrounds. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m., and the market livestock sale will begin at 6 p.m. At this premium sale, exhibitors retain ownership and receive a premium for their animal.…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pike County Sheriff’s Department recently was awarded $16,534 in grant funding by Norfolk Southern Corporation to support its mission in fighting drug abuse in Pike County. The funds will be used for equipping our new canine vehicle. “This funding will have an immediate impact on the work we do in combatting…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Youth Chorus invites area singers to join for the 29th season of performances. Girls, and boys with unchanged voices, in grades 3-12 are invited to audition. The QAYC provides musical excellence in a creative and nurturing environment. Auditions for the QAYC will be held beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday,…
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WASHINGTON − U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) Director Hugh Nathanial Halpern recently named Brian Pearl, a native of Canton, Mo., as the agency’s deputy director. Pearl graduated from Canton R-V High School. He will serve in the agency’s second highest-ranking position as its chief operating officer. In addition to other responsibilities, Pearl will oversee GPO’s operations…
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Zachary A. Maas, 37, of 2921 Harrison St. for Disobey Stop Light at 12th Vermont. NTA 126Steven B. Fuller Jr., 31, of Preston, Miss., for Driving 11-14 mph Over Limit at 30th and Broadway. NTA 181Lisa J. Mayfield, 37, of 318 Maiden Ln. for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 4th and Kentucky. NTA 161Nakyia…
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