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QUINCY — Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences has earned re-accreditation for a 10-year period from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). HLC is an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation to accredit degree-granting colleges and universities. Accreditation examines the quality of the institution beyond…
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Amber Dunne, 42, Quincy for warrant for Poss of Meth. Judy L. Kleinman, 75, Quincy for VOP. Lodged 134Paige Amburn, 30, Quincy for DUI Alcohol and Improper Traffic Lane Usage in the 2100 block of State. NTA 161Hunter M. Coonrood, 24, 719 S. 12th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 180Cory M. Turner, 32, 1003 Monroe for…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will offer two sessions of a beginner salsa and merengue dance class led by instructor Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes. No previous dance experience is needed. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of partnering, dance floor etiquette, timing and basic footwork. The first session will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct.…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — The Dixon Lodge dining room at Jensen Woods Camp, 1498 275E Street in Timewell, will be the site for “Soup in the Woods” Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20. Serving hours on Saturday will be 3 to 6 p.m. with a menu of taco, chicken noodle and potato soups; pulled pork, grilled cheese,…
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PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — The quarterly food distribution for Pike County residents will be held Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Pike County Fairgrounds, 210 W. Clay. Illini Community Hospital is the host of the distribution, which will begin at 3 p.m. and continue until all the food is gone. There will be food for approximately…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — The Tri-State Service Foundation, a local organization focused on community service, announced it has joined Tek Forward as main sponsors of the National Month of Service Campaign, set for October of this year. “Tri-State Service Foundation’s main purpose is to bring volunteers and non-profits together. It made sense to us to be…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — After experiencing drought in 2022 and 2023, Missourians were eager for a wet growing season. Missouri saw above-average statewide monthly precipitation from April to July, says University of Missouri Extension state climatologist Zachary Leasor. On July 23, the U.S. Drought Monitor reported only 1.1% of the state as abnormally dry, and there…
Read Full Article Brodie Bell, 39, 2800 College Ave. for Trespassing at 2731 Broadway. 122Michael Rogers, 33, of Quincy for Agg Domestic Battery. LodgedPatrica Rose Freeman, 61, of Mendon for Stealing. NTAStacey Powell, 54, of Quincy for Battery. NTANicholas Lumpkins, 36, 1429 Chestnut St. for Domestic Battery and Resisting a Peace Officer. Lodged 123/130/107Jason Bryant, 46, of Pittsfield…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The causes of a Thursday afternoon structure fire and a Friday morning fire, both at 221 S. White, remain undetermined and under investigation by the Macomb Fire Department. A press release from the Macomb Fire Department said it learned of the fire at 4:22 p.m. Thursday. The first arriving units arrived on…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department has identified a 14-year-old suspect as the person responsible for the creation of a social media post on Tuesday threatening students at Quincy High School. A Friday afternoon press release from Adam Yates, chief of the Quincy Police Department, said his officers have been working with the Federal Bureau…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — A Palmyra man was taken into custody Wednesday by deputies with the Marion County Sheriff’s Department and charged with three counts of sexual abuse after he allegedly assaulted two women between August 2022 and March 2024. Douglas H. Voepel, 63, made his first appearance in Marion County Circuit Court on Thursday before…
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QUINCY — CLEAN Restoration, 3120 N. 12th, will hold its third annual Trunk or Treat from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. Vendors are invited free setup to support this community event. Bring materials to promote your business and also bring an activity or hand out treats to the little ghosts and goblins.…
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QUINCY – Quincy University launched its 2024-25 fund drive on Thursday with a $1.5 million goal at kick-off events in Quincy and Springfield. The QU Fund comprises unrestricted gifts to the university and temporarily restricted gifts to athletic and academic programs. Last year’s fund drive surpassed a $1.4 million goal to support campus improvements, technology…
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QUINCY — Registration is now open for the 18th annual “Pink Pass It On in the District” 5K Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness on Oct. 26. Proceeds benefit the Blessing Foundation Breast Center Financial Assistance Program that helps patients with a breast health-related medical need but lack the finances to address it on their own…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Progress is being made on NECAC’s “Coalition of the Willing” group that aims to address housing issues in 12 Missouri counties. The idea came out of NECAC’s Tri-State Housing Summit in June. The group’s first meeting will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at the NECAC Marion County Service Center, 3518…
Read Full Article Shane T Harrison, 49, Pittsfield for FTA DWLS at 623 Spring St. Lodged 147Anthony R. Vanslyke, 33, 2135 Chestnut St. for Failure to Reduce Speed at N. 24th St. and Chestnut St. 122Joseph D. Friday, 18, Camp Point for Failure to Reduce Speed at N. 18th St. and Broadway St. 122David A. Tuley, 45, 909…
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QUINCY — Square Peg Group Troupe will present William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy “Twelfth Night” at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the State Street Theater. This production brings mistaken identity, unrequited love and hilarious antics to life in one of Shakespeare’s most beloved works. “Twelfth Night” follows twins Viola and Sebastian, who were separated during a shipwreck.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum will hold a fundraising event featuring Col. Frank Furr as the keynote speaker at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at the Quincy Country Club. This event aims to support The Quincy Museum’s 60th anniversary projects, 2025 exhibit lineup and essential capital projects. President Dwight D. Eisenhower established a joint…
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QUINCY — To increase options available to pregnant women in the region to access care in the ways they wish, Blessing Health is hosting a free International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) Professional Birth Doula Workshop on Friday, Oct. 11, and Saturday, Oct. 12 at the Blessing Business Center, 4919 Oak, from 9 a.m. to 6…
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QUINCY — Registration is underway for the third annual Karter K 5K Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 on the Bill Klingner Trail in Quincy’s Bob Mays Park. The park is on North 18th between Seminary Road and Koch’s Lane. This event helps Blessing Hospital maternity patients with medical expenses after a stillbirth. Karter’s…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Many birds are beginning to move from their spring and summer breeding grounds to their winter homes. This is a good time to watch birds make the seasonal transition. A bird walk will be at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at Sodalis Nature Preserve, sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation. Gale Rublee,…
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QUINCY — Mike McDowell wakes up at 10:30 p.m. on Fridays and is on the road by midnight, embarking on his weekly 3,000-mile journey as a truck driver for Dot Foods. He’s powered by Ruffles potato chips, Gold Peak unsweetened iced tea and the stimulating sounds of Five Finger Death Punch, a heavy metal band.…
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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. Charles E. Hull, Jr., of Quincy sold a residence at 1243 Harrison in Quincy to Brian…
Read Full Article Toni C. Hale, 40, 725 Washington for Agg Battery to a Peace Officer. Lodged 161Jonathan M. Sultzman, 39, 501 Broadway for Methamphetamine possession under 5 g. NTA 108Jonathan M. Sultzman, 39, 501 Broadway for a Warrant-Criminal Trespass to land. Lodged 108Jacob L. Valencia, 39, homeless for Warrant-Agg Battery. Lodged 108Michael A. Santucci, 51, Homeless for…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently announced a lineup of eight shows and several new and expanding programs with its 2025 season announcement. “2025 promises to be a vibrant celebration of community and connection with some exciting new twists and turns,” executive director Burgundy Hill said in a press release. “With stories about resilience, self-discovery…
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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame High School was the site of the annual area-wide Mass on Tuesday, Sept. 24, with students and families from QND, the four Quincy Catholic elementary schools (Blessed Sacrament, St. Dominic, St. Francis and St. Peter) and St. Mary’s of Mount Sterling. Those in attendance had the privilege of celebrating with…
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