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MACOMB, Ill. — Survival Challenge returns to Unforgettable Forgottonia this summer for its sixth season, once again bringing the same high level of competition and epic challenges that have been the hallmark of the hit television show. This four-day event will be held at 10889 E. 950th and is open to the public from Thursday,…
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QUINCY — Tyree Entertainment, in collaboration with Ruff Flow Entertainment, recently announced the upcoming “Quincy Sounds of Motown” concert at the Oakley Lindsay Center on Saturday, Oct. 19. This night of entertainment will feature two icons of Motown music — G.C. Cameron and Paul Williams, Jr. Cameron is perhaps best known as the lead singer…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club recently distributed $45,000 to youth-centered organizations for their next project or ongoing program needs. Grants were presented at the Holiday Inn banquet room. Grant funding is the direct result of the success of the Bids for Kids Online Auction. Proceeds from the auction are funneled to recipients through…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is accepting applications for an opening on the police force. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 26. Applications are available online at https://www.quincypolicedepartment.com/employment/, at the Quincy Police Department, 530 Broadway, by emailing the police department at coqqpd@quincyil.gov or at Quincy City Hall, 730 Maine, from 8:30 a.m. to…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Carter’s Coffee Bar in Palmyra recently partnered with Hannibal Regional Auxiliary to raise $2,000 for local healthcare in honor of National Hospital Week, May 12-18. “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with the Carter’s Coffee Bar in support of local healthcare,” J.D. Dodd, group director-guest/volunteer services at Hannibal Regional,…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is seeking volunteers for the Summer Food Service Program, which provides free nutritious meals to children aged 18 and under. Volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Responsibilities include serving meals, maintaining clean tables and distributing milk and…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The City of Macomb welcomes people to the front lawn of City Hall this summer for performances by the Macomb Municipal Band. Performances will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, Thursday, July 11 and Thursday, August 15. These events are free and open to the public. Those attending…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The City of Macomb and Western Illinois University are offering its annual Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4. The fireworks display will take place on Vince Grady Field, and the community can enjoy the display by watching from Q-Lot on the Western Illinois University campus. Q-lot is on University Drive on…
Read Full Article Jordan E. Taylor, 33, Hamilton for Improper Backing at 819 Ohio St. 113Janiyah K Walton, 18, for Operating Uninsured vehicle at 14th St and Maine St. 128Jessica N. Nicholas, 33, Alexis for Leaving the Scene and Improper Backing at 1432 State St. 113Austin W. Dove, 23, 625 Payson Ave. reports on 06/26 his 2014 Volkswagen…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — A 1-year-old girl was killed in a crash on Thursday night in Marion County on U.S. 61, one mile north of Palmyra. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported in a press release that a 2001 Buick LeSabre, driven by Jamie Stringer, 28, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, ran off the highway, struck an…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Riedel Foundation trustees recently awarded a $5,000 grant to Douglass Community Services to help fund the Kids in Motion program this summer. Kids in Motion (KIM) is a short-term summer program for incoming fifth and sixth graders in the Hannibal School District. Through hands-on career exploration, the youth learn about a variety…
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QUINCY — QMG Eye and Vision Institute recently welcomed optometrist Dr. Michael Benedict to its team. Benedict’s interest in optometry began during a high school job shadowing experience when he witnessed the intricate workings of the human eye. “The first time I looked through the ophthalmoscope and saw the back of the eye, I was…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Tek Forward, a local non-profit focused on accessible technical education, recently launched the National Month of Service campaign. “Too often, when you ask someone for help, they offer you money. We want people to understand that a lot of times, it is your time they are asking for and what they really need.…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Before members of the newly re-established Pike County 4-H Foundation met for the first time, CNB Bank & Trust presented a $1,000 donation, indicating the start of positive growth in Pike County 4-H. In a press release, Illinois Extension County Director Shelby Crow said, “This foundation will help members gain new opportunities…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — There aren’t many things more satisfying than going out to your garden and harvesting your produce. All the digging, watering, and weeding you’ve done in your vegetable garden suddenly become worthwhile when you’ve picked your first tomato. One of the advantages of having a garden is that you can pick your vegetables…
Read Full Article Janitah Walton, 18, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle. 128Larissa M. Roberts, 31, 1601 S. 24th, #307 for Domestic Battery. Lodged 102Joshua M. Sibbing, 38, 1530 Hinton for Driving While License Suspended. 132Kaziah J. Cole, 42, Homeless for Violation of Order of Protection at 807 Madison. Lodged 161Bernard T. Striker Jr., 55, 1300 Elm…
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QUINCY — Jonathan Hoover recently was appointed as the next chief public defender in Adams County, replacing Christopher Pratt, who began his career as circuit court judge in Adams County earlier this month. Hoover’s appointment was by a vote of the judges of the Eighth Judicial Circuit. Hoover will begin his duties on July 15. Hoover…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man was arrested Thursday and is in the Marion County Jail facing multiple drug charges. The Tenth Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County issued warrants on Thursday, June 27, for Michael T. Brown, 49. He was charged with delivery of a controlled substance, tampering with physical evidence and two counts…
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QUINCY — Clarity Healthcare, a leading community mental health center in Illinois, recently was designated as a certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC). This designation is announced alongside the news that Illinois was selected as one of 10 new states to join the CCBHC Medicaid Demonstration Program. “We are incredibly excited for this opportunity to…
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Macomb Area Chamber executive director completes first year at Institute for Organization Management
MACOMB, Ill. — Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, recently announced that Lauren Merritt, executive director of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce, has completed her first year at the Institute for Organization Management, a four-year nonprofit leadership training program at Midwest Institute in Madison, Wis. “Institute…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Evening Kiwanis Club will hold a free tricycle race for children ages 3 to 6 on Saturday, July 6, during National Tom Sawyer Days. Children may choose to ride either a tricycle or Big Wheel, but families must provide their own tricycle/Big Wheel for the event. Registration will begin at…
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QUINCY — Hanh Dade of SIU Center for Family Medicine has been recognized as Employee of the Month for June. Hanh is a certified medical assistant and a team member since 2004 at the Quincy location. As a CMA, Hanh’s role in the clinic is to perform clinical duties and responsibilities to provide health care…
Read Full Article James Fleer, 63, of Quincy for Fail to Yield.Lucas Brooks, 26, of Quincy for Fail to Yield.Cortney Powell, 24, of Quincy for Speeding.Lindsey Schmidt, 31, of Quincy for Improper Backing.Jonathan Cockrum, 32, of Quincy for DWLS.Austin Andrews, 18, of Quincy for Seat Belt Driver.Lonnie Stamper, 50, of Jerseyville for Speeding.Grant Duncan, 20, of O’Fallon for…
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QUINCY — Midwest Monster Promotions will present Slozzfest 2024 on Saturday, July 6, at the State Street Theater, 434 S. Eighth. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with music beginning at 2 p.m. Admission is $20 for all ages. Make plans to attend and hear the music of:
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Kevin Henson and Makailia Uhland of Quincy at 5:07 p.m. June 6, 2024.A boy was born to Matthew and Emily Havens of Colchester at 11:43 a.m. June 8, 2024.A girl was born to Zachary and Paige Pfeiffer of Hannibal, Mo., at 1:35 p.m. June 11, 2024.A girl was…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Library has been selected as one of 62 organizations nationwide to receive a 2024-25 Big Read grant. The $20,000 grant will support a community reading program centered on “The Bear” by Andrew Krivak, exploring this year’s theme of “Where We Live.” An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has selected Amy Crawford as the new area engineer for Adair, Schuyler, Scotland, Knox, Clark and Lewis counties, serving as an extension to the district office in Hannibal. In this role, Crawford will serve as MoDOT’s primary point of contact in the north area of the…
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