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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation recently awarded a $1,500 grant that will pay for a live eagle show from the World Bird Sanctuary as part of the Eagle Day celebration on Saturday, Feb. 22. The day provides an opportunity to connect with nature, raise awareness about the importance of eagle conservation and…
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QUINCY — Kyle Venvertloh recently joined the Blessing Foundation board of trustees, assuming the seat of John Flynn, who retired after 24 years of service. A Quincy resident, Venvertloh is general manager of Quincy Recycle. He has a master of business administration degree from Quincy University and a bachelor of science degree from Illinois Wesleyan…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinic Carthage has announced that Mollie Sanchez, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, has adjusted clinic hours. She is working three 12-hour days per week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sanchez specializes in medication management for patients seeking behavioral health services at Memorial Medical Clinic Carthage on the Memorial Hospital campus.…
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CANTON, Mo. — Radazaih “Cookie” Whittington, an entrepreneur, TV and film producer and educator, will serve as the spring 2024 Konneker Leader in Residence at Culver-Stockton College. Whittington, a 2017 graduate, has experience in media production, having worked on shows such as “Sesame Street” and at organizations like Tyler Perry Studios. Her career includes roles…
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In UAE, it is easy and affordable to enhance the design of your car. These enhancements can be applied to change style and function, and make your car unique at a minimal cost. Customization of vehicles is widely practiced by many drivers, who personalize them to achieve consensus or increased functionality. These include vinyl wraps,…
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Dr. Gbolahan Okubadejo shares more on the correlation between the two. We all hear about the adverse side effects of being overweight. Spinal health, however, is not typically top of mind for the average individual if they are at an unhealthy weight. The spine is central to our body’s structure and function, and it requires…
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According to the encyclopedia Britannica, dice are the oldest gaming implements known to man. Some believe they were invented by Palamedes during the siege of Troy, while others believe it was the Lydians during the reign of King Atys who were responsible. However, archaeologists have found dice from times even earlier. The randomness and probability…
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QUINCY — Have you ever gotten a package you didn’t order? It might seem like a fun surprise, but it might be the setup for a scam known as brushing. In a brushing scam, you receive a package you didn’t order, often without a return address. This is usually a setup by companies who found…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Kelsey Jett, a professional engineer with the Missouri Geological Survey, a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, has been selected as the department’s Team Member of the Month for January 2025. She was selected for her service to the department and her efforts to assist the city of Hannibal.…
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Stacey Julifs and Kaitlyn Shively from Clarity Healthcare talk about their company’s niche in the local health landscape. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinics recently announced the addition of Chelsea Youmans, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, to its behavioral health team. Youmans is dual board-certified as a family nurse practitioner by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Her…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Families and childcare providers have long faced challenges in accessing and sustaining quality childcare, but partners in Hannibal and Palmyra came together to take action in 2014. Through a collaboration with Kids Win Missouri, the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council (HREDC) partnered with United Way, Douglass Community Services, childcare providers, nonprofit leaders…
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Brittany Boll and Emma Dalke get to sample the cuisine at the Indian Grill House, which is opening TODAY at 1800 State in Quincy.
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QUINCY — Pickleball enthusiasts Nathan and Amy Smith live in O’Fallon, Mo., and have found a home at the Paddle Up Pickleball Club, based in Lake St. Louis, Mo. However, when they head north to Quincy and Monticello, Mo., to see their parents, they can’t find an indoor facility to play in. “When we would go…
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QUINCY — A national retailer that has been in Quincy for 50 years plans to close 533 locations across the United States. Joann Fabrics is closing 26 stores in Illinois, including the Quincy store. The fabrics and crafts retailer has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in a year. Joann is seeking to reorganize during…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Looking for love? BBB recommends looking out for romance scams – especially if you’re dating online, because AI tools and cryptocurrency are lending new dimensions to old scams. In a romance scam, scammers use fake online dating profiles to start a relationship with someone and gain their trust. The scammer will eventually ask…
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QUINCY — In observance of President’s Day, both City Hall and Central Services will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, resuming normal hours on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The City Council meeting will be held in the Council Chambers at 7 p.m. Tuesday evening, Feb. 18. There will be regular garbage pick-up on Monday, Feb. 17, and…
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QUINCY — Chaddock recently announced new monthly, live virtual campus tours, giving families, educators and professionals the opportunity to explore its state-of-the-art facilities and innovative programs live via Zoom. With Chaddock’s admissions team as hosts, these Zoom sessions provide an inside look at how Chaddock supports youth and families through its nationally recognized programs, including…
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Optic nerve atrophy (ONA) is the result of various pathologies of the visual organ, in which the corresponding nerve is damaged. The optic nerve transmits visual signals from the retina to the brain, and when damaged, it causes a significant decrease in visual acuity, which may even lead to blindness. The main cause of ONA…
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Many of us assume that any law surrounding gambling would apply across the board in a country like America. This is however not the case. The laws around gambling (and many other areas, in fact) are a bit like a patchwork quilt, with state-specific laws governing each region. With 50 states across the USA, keeping…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Winiban Irigoyen, a warehouse employee lead at Dot Foods’ Mount Sterling headquarters, recently won the 2024 RefrigiWear Warehouse Hero of the Year Award. This award honors people who demonstrate exceptional leadership, productivity, attitude and ingenuity in the warehouse industry. This marks the second consecutive year a Mount Sterling Dot employee has…
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QUINCY — Dr. Lawrence Volz has joined the department of surgery. at Blessing Health. An Air Force veteran, Volz received his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, Neb., and completed residency at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, Mass. Volz is skilled in robotic surgery. In a press release, Volz said, “I…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — MECO Engineering board members Scott Vogler, Max Middendorf, Jim Bensman, Don Jenkins, Kevin Garnett and Steve Tarte recently announced the addition of Ryan Huseman as an associate owner of MECO Engineering. Huseman, formerly of Quincy, Ill., lives in Kirksville. He has extensive experience in a variety of projects under the scope of…
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QUINCY — Appointments are available for a no-cost cholesterol screening on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. The screening requires at 12-hour fast. It measures HDL and LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and glucose levels. Appointments are required and available between 7 and 9 a.m. on Feb. 27. Make an appointment by…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinics recently announced the addition of Candice Murrell-Cannon to its behavioral health team. She has 25 years of experience in mental health and counseling. Cannon is a board-certified counselor specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy and substance use disorders. She serves patients aged 12 and older, including geriatrics, and is dedicated…
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