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PERRY, Ill. — A Jacksonville man is lodged in the Pike County Jail and faces burglary and drug charges. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department responded at 5:38 p.m. on Sunday, June 16, to a stolen vehicle report in Perry. The victim reported his red 2011 Ford truck had been stolen. The vehicle was recovered a…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Thursday night fire on Third Street in Hannibal has been listed as incendiary. The Hannibal Fire Department was dispatched by 911 at approximately 8:44 p.m. Thursday, June 21, for a report of a structure fire at 201 S. Third. Upon arrival, HFD crews made an offensive attack and had the fire under…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Pickleball Club, in conjunction with Hannibal Parks and Recreation, is putting on a youth pickleball camp designed to teach the basics of pickleball, which will include fundamental techniques, rules of the game and strategy, all taught by experienced players. The camp will be held from 8:30-11 a.m. July 8-10 at…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illini Community Hospital recently was recognized by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) as one of the top 10 critical access hospitals in the state for patient satisfaction. The award was based upon the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance Index, the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural…
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QUINCY — Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club and The Salvation Army are partnering to offer the Ken Bigelow Kid’s Day at Camp Saukenauk for a free afternoon of summer fun on Saturday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for ages 5-12. A refundable $5 deposit is due at the time of registration. “Every child…
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QUINCY — The city of Quincy has allocated $1 million in general funds to establish the Small Rental Rehabilitation Program (SRRP). From that amount, a maximum of $250,000 will be set aside annually as a financial incentive for the development of residential rental housing. The SRRP aims to rehabilitate existing distressed rental dwelling units or…
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Kaziah J. Cole, 42, Homeless for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 7th & Madison. 132Bryant W. Melton, 27, 518 Monroe for Adams Co. warrant for Possession of Controlled Substance at 518 Monroe. Lodged 120Leonard D. Sims, 46, Homeless for Aggravated Fleeing & Driving While License Suspended at 4th & Sycamore. Lodged 112/135Sharon K. Lord, 61, 615…
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VERSAILLES, Ill. — The body of a Michigan man was found in the Illinois River on Thursday. Riley McLincha, 73, a male kayaker from Clio, Mich., went overboard on his kayak at approximately 11:46 a.m. on Tuesday, June 18, near a barge at the La Grange Lock and Dam near Versailles. The Brown County Sheriff’s…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved a tentative $19,058,123 budget for the next fiscal year during its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 18. The tentative 2024–25 budget includes a zero-dollar increase in tuition and universal fees and projects a 2.7 percent bump in the number of credit hours delivered to JWCC…
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QUINCY — Arts Quincy will welcome the Illinois Arts Council for an in-person informational session on its new grant opportunities at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, at Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine. The informational session and Q&A will last about 60-90 minutes. An RSVP is not required but will ensure you receive updates before or…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — The Timewell Lions Toy and Antique Tractor Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 22 and 23, at the old Timewell school and gym. Seven dealers will be in attendance from Illinois, Iowa and Missouri, displaying toy tractors, combines, trucks, construction toys, custom toys, hot wheels and more. Antique tractors will…
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QUINCY — American Legion Riders Post 37 will hold its first Gold Star Family scholarship ride on Saturday, June 22, beginning at Smith Brothers Power Sports, 5101 Oak. All vehicles are welcome, not just motorcycles. The goal is to raise $6,000 to establish a local scholarship fund for Gold Star Families with these scholarships available…
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Brandon Austin, 36, of Quincy for FTA Parking 12′ from the Curb. 142Carter Sinnock, 23, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage. 102Joshua L.R. Boss, 29, 1015 Gerard for No Valid Driver’s License at 12th & Harrison. 135Steven C. Williams, 55, 400 Kochs Ln. for FTA Small Claims at 400 Kochs USC 180Desmen R. Holliday, 44,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation recently awarded five $1,000 scholarships to seniors who graduated from Hannibal High School. Three $1,000 scholarships were awarded in George H. Riedel’s name for banking or business. Two $1,000 scholarships went to candidates with an interest in social advocacy. Riedel and his father served as directors for F&M Bank…
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QUINCY — The Corn Belt Ports (CBP) and the Mid-America Port Commission (MAPC) formalized a significant partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding on May 21. This agreement marks a pivotal step towards enhancing collaboration for mutual goals, including increased investment, economic activity and job creation within one of the nation’s largest rural regional inland…
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GRIGGSVILLE, Ill. — Illini Community Hospital and Griggsville Christian Church will have a quarterly food distribution for Pike County residents only from 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 29, until the food runs out. There will be enough food for approximately 200 families. The food distribution will take place at the Western Illinois Fairgrounds in Griggsville.…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The newest National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-Illinois affiliate, NAMI West Central Illinois (NAMI WCI), will have an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, at Hagel 1891. NAMI WCI officially launched in March. Headquartered in Mount Sterling, NAMI West Central Illinois serves the mental health needs…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Tree of the Month for June is a bald cypress at 3890 Highway MM at the home of Sally Bouyea. This stately conifer turns rich brown in the fall, loses its needles in the winter and grows a new set in the spring. The tree was medium-sized when the Bouyeas moved…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command will offer its facilities in Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., as cooling centers during the summer when heat advisories are issued. The cooling centers will have varying hours and amenities per location for those who need respite from the extreme heat. The Kroc Center – 405 Vermont, Quincy…
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QUINCY — As part of the upcoming Bicentennial celebrations in 2025, Adams County is set to honor the enduring legacy of its heritage farms. On Saturday, Sept. 6, during the Adams County Bicentennial Finale at the Adams County Fairgrounds, farms that have been in the same family for 150 years or more will be recognized…
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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. Julia A. Schilling of Vandalia sold a residence at 1001 Payson Avenue in Quincy to Nicole…
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QUINCY — The investiture of Joshua L. Jones as an associate judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit will be at 10 a.m. July 5 at the Adams County Courthouse. Jones, who learned of his appointment in late April, will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Debra L. Wellborn. Raised in Jasper County, Jones graduated…
Read Full Article Tara M. Johnson, 38, Quincy for Retail Theft X 2 & FTA Domestic Battery. Lodged 113Dashan Walker, 20, of Quincy for Warrant for Domestic Battery. 178Erik Stobeburner, 47, of Shelbina for Stealing. 110Troy Smith, 53, of Quincy for Poss of Meth X 2.Samuel Morris, 36, of Quincy for Improper Driving. 128Phillip M. Carver, 59, Quincy…
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Linda Hasting, 66, of Quincy, passed away at 1:02 pm Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in Saint Louis, MO. Linda was born November 4, 1957, in Quincy, IL to James and Bonnie (Rankin) Hasting. Survivors include her son, Ryan Hasting (Stephanie); three grandchildren, Draven Hasting, Delilah Hasting, and Deric Lambert; one brother,…
Read Full Article 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# Title for Donald Hutt’s motorcycle 5-2-24 09579 Vehicle Registration – Amanda Bryan 5-2-24…
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