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Dusty Allen Lish 59, of Hannibal, MO went to be with our Lord on May 9, 2025 after a brief illness at Hannibal Regional Hospital. He was the beloved son of Floyd M Lish and Jane V McSparren born in Quincy, IL. He was a graduate of Mendon High School, before joining the US Navy…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Adams County Fair Board will welcome Grand Ole Opry member Mark Wills to the 2025 Adams County Fair on Saturday, July 26, opening for country music icon Sara Evans. It was “19(90) Somethin” when Wills began releasing his first of 19 billboard-charting singles across seven albums. Some of his titles…
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CENTER, Mo. — Combining literacy and outdoor activity is what the Friends of the Ralls County Library Group envisioned when its started fundraising this winter for “Story Strolling with the Ralls County Library,” through which young patrons can enjoy a book while in their hometown park. In a press release, president Jan Golian said, “StoryWalk…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — As the weather warms up, birds become more vocal, singing loudly to attract mates and defend their territory. Hannibal Parks and Recreation’s Nature Interpreter Gale Rublee and members of the Mississippi Hills Missouri Master Naturalist chapter will lead a bird watching walk from 8 to 9 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at Sodalis…
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QUINCY — “The Governor’s Post,” a quarterly publication produced by the Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County (HSQAC), has been awarded the top prize in its category at the Illinois State Historical Society’s 2025 Best of Illinois History Awards at an April 26 ceremony in Springfield. The Post was recognized for superior achievement for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department will honor all fallen police officers with a brief ceremony at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 15, outside police headquarters at 530 Broadway. In recognition of this day, the Quincy Police Honor Guard will lower the flags to half-staff. The public is invited to attend. Every day, police officers sacrifice…
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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. The Brent A. Harrison Estate of Dallas City sold a residence at 591 W. Second in…
Read Full Article Byron A. Lewis, 45, of Quincy for FTA Cruelty to Animals. Lodged 176Scott M. Hoffman, 54, of Quincy for Driving Under the Influence. Lodged 113Ashley L. Wingo, 30, of Quincy for FTA Possession of Meth. Lodged 120Fredreika A. Davis, 33, for Coles Co. warrant FTA Disorderly Conduct. Lodged 181Jenna Knuffman, 40, of Liberty for Battery/Cause…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — Veterans from all branches of service are invited to a weekend of camaraderie, fun and support at the Veterans Retreat being held Friday through Sunday, May 16-18, at Jensen Woods Camp in Timewell. This retreat is designed to honor those who have served and offer a space for connection, learning and healing.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council invites artists of all mediums to submit their works for an upcoming exhibition celebrating the enduring theme of “Life. Still.” from May 30-June 28. This is an open call for both new creations and cherished works, with a wide range of artistic expressions welcomed, including paintings, drawings, photographs,…
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MONTICELLO, Mo. — Lewis County received the Blue Shield designation last month from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement. The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Gov. Mike Kehoe in January 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Hospital Nurse Residency Program, designed to help support and mentor newly licensed registered nurses and reduce the turnover rate, recently was awarded accreditation with distinction, the highest recognition awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accreditation program. Only 43 percent of accredited hospitals nationwide and 38 percent in Illinois receive…
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QUINCY — Quincy University inducted Holly J. Henze and Mark A. Schuering into the Legal Hall of Fame at an induction ceremony on Saturday, April 26, in the Pete Brown Mock Trial Room in the Center for Legal Studies on QU’s main campus, 1800 College Avenue. Henze is an associate circuit court judge with the…
Read Full Article Brandon D. Austin, 37, of Quincy for Resisting or Obstructing Peace Officer, Fleeing/Elude Peace Officer, Improper Lane Usage and Improper Use of Registration. Lodged 124Brandon D. Austin, 37, of Quincy for FTA-possession of stolen vehicle and FTA-parking more than 12 feet from curb. Lodged 124Madison L. Thomas-Reardon, 22, of Quincy for Possession of Meth. Lodged…
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Doris Jean Provow, age 97, of Quincy, died on Monday, May 12, 2025, at her home. Jean was born August 18, 1927, in Hayti, Missouri. She was the daughter of Buck Hannan and Pearl Mae Rowan DeWeese. She graduated from Hayti High School and attended Southeast Missouri State University. On January 3, 1948, she married…
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Brandon J. Lewis-Cain, 28, last known address of 1000 block of N. Fifth in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for possession of meth and trespassing. Lewis-Cain is 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighs 165 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal High School art instructors James Zimmerman, Lisa Wiese and Christina Strode have announced the top awards from the Hannibal High School portion of the annual Young Masters exhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council from April 1-29. Pieces/students winning the top three 2025 HHS awards were: Second Place (in no particular order)…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Pirates girls soccer team held their annual Kickin’ Cancer game on Tuesday, April 29, at Veterans Field. During the starting lineup, players were escorted onto the field by local cancer survivors. The players sold apparel, pink ribbons and raffle tickets to raise funds for the Legacy of Hope campaign to…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month this May by embracing the theme “Turn Awareness into Action.” A mental health Lunch and Learn event, “What is the Most Important Thing You Can Do for Your Mental Health Today?”, will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, in the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Mallory King nursing supervisor at Hospice of Northeast Missouri (a service of Hannibal Regional) recently was awarded the Ron and Elsie Gaber Founder’s Award for excellence in hospice. This recognition, established through a donation from Ron and Elsie Gaber of Kirksville, aims to recognize outstanding people who demonstrate unwavering commitment and exceptional…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Nikita Childers of Quincy at 11:49 p.m. April 29, 2025.A girl was born to Blake and Madison Hetzler of Maywood, Mo., at 2:24 p.m. April 30, 2025.A girl was born to Jesse Gonzalez and Alexis Washington of Quincy at 8:20 a.m. May 2, 2025.A girl was born to…
Read Full Article Bayland R. Barnes, 36, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 2300 Broadway. NTA 101Joseph V. Rosenburg, 41, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 8th and Vermont. NTA 128Susan A. Steinkoenig, 44, of Quincy for Open Container. NTA 101Sierra M. Abbey, 29, of Hannibal, Mo.,, for FTA-Fighting. Lodged…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal based author and speaker Bob Morrison recently released his latest book, “Compelled.” Morrison is an Indiana-born native who has put down roots in Hannibal after serving in disaster responses for more than 20 years in multiple major disasters including the Joplin tornado, Hurricane Katrina, the Haiti earthquake and Ground Zero 9/11…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) and the Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County (HSQAC) are co-sponsoring a program on the underground railroad by Patrick Hotle and Terrell Dempsey at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 14, in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium, John Wood Community College, 1301 S. 48th. This is the fourth…
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QUINCY — Culver-Stockton College professor of history Scott Giltner will present “Toney: One Man’s Long Journey Through American Slavery” on Thursday, May 15, as part of the History Happy Hour program series at the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum (LDDM), 128 N. Fifth. Doors open at 5 p.m. with a mini reception including light refreshments. The presentation…
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