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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Foundation and O.C. Wilson Scottish Rite are teaming up to raise funds for the Pediatric Speech Therapy Department at Hannibal Regional Hospital. The fifth annual Casino Royale event will take place on Friday, April 11, at the Rialto Banquet Hall, bringing blackjack, roulette and other fun casino games to the…
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QUINCY — Members of the Blessing Health System Medical Staff Services department were selected to make presentations at two recent national conferences. Their selection was based on the strength of prospective presentation summaries they submitted to conference organizers in a competitive process. The Blessing representatives made two presentations at the 48th educational conference of the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation’s $6,500 grant will help NorthEast Independent Living Services (NEILS) supply medical equipment at no cost to the elderly or people with disabilities who cannot afford it on their own. NEILS expects to buy 90 pieces of durable medical equipment. NEILS executive director Brooke Kendrick says the organization has seen…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. The agency opened its doors in January 1990 as CASA of Adams County. Its mission was to serve abused and neglected children in Adams County. The CASA program uses trained community volunteers who then become the voice for a child in the…
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QUINCY — Patient safety at Blessing Health System attained another level of national recognition after its Sterile Processing Department (SPD) met the requirements, passed an onsite inspection and earned Advanced Sterile Processing Certification from the international accrediting organization, DNV (Det Norske Veritas). According to DNV’s website, Blessing’s SPD is the 21st to earn this certification…
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The freelance world offers students a chance to gain real-world experience. It can also bring in extra income. This path is often flexible enough to fit into a busy academic schedule. Many learners see freelancing as a steppingstone toward bigger business goals. They test ideas, build skills, and learn the basics of dealing with clients.…
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Many students today want more control over their future. Instead of aiming for traditional careers alone, they consider the fast-paced world of startups. Some also juggle heavy schoolwork while pursuing fresh opportunities. When time is tight, they sometimes look for help with research or writing tasks. Turning to WritePaperForMe can free up space in their…
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More than 50 million people live with chronic pain every day, including knee, back, and foot pain. For muscular and neurological damage, stem cell therapy combined with physical rehabilitation therapy has come as an innovative way to enhance the treatment results. The combined method, which is regenerative rehabilitation, is the combination of the capacity of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold a flag raising ceremony in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month at noon on Friday, April 11, on the Fifth Street side of the Adams County Courthouse, 521 Vermont. The flag raising ceremony is to honor child victims who have been abused,…
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Nate and Katy give you some great information from Luxe Health and Wellness Spa this week. So what is the difference between Botox and filler?
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QUINCY — You may be making plans to clean up the physical clutter in your house this spring, butwhat about the digital clutter on your phone or laptop? Spring cleaning season is a great time to check in on your digital cleanliness. Keeping your phone, computer and other devices organized and secure helps ensure your…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Board of Public Works (HBPW) recently received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2024. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents more than 2,000 not-for-profit, community-owned electric utilities. APPA helps electric utilities track power outage and restoration data through its…
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Ron Kinscherf talks to Kirstin Protsman of Rae Design about branding and crafting an image.
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Missouri has joined a number of states across the US proposing to retain a Bitcoin reserve fund for state investments. This bill has come into fruition following President Trump’s recommendation that a Bitcoin reserve, collected, in part from illegal Bitcoin funds gathered by the government, could help the continued development of the country. The decision…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Options for Women will hold its third annual Marion County Walk for Life and pancake and sausage breakfast on Saturday, April 26, at the Flower City Park. Registration for the walk and a special warm up session will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the walk beginning at 9 a.m. Breakfast will be provided by the Hannibal…
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US residents are in luck as more states are legalizing online casinos in response to the wave of economic perks that these sites offer to jurisdictions that allow their operation. As such, more online sites have been offering their services to the US, and this number is set to grow in the coming years. What’s…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional recently welcomed adult psychiatrist Dr. John Flo to its team. Dr. Flo earned his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the Saint Louis University Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Flo blends science and empathy to help people navigate their mental health journeys. Psychiatrists…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held its 2024 annual awards event on March 20 at Park Place to acknowledge the efforts of several members, citizens and community leaders who played a vital part in the 2024 business community. Awards were presented to: The chamber also recognized outgoing board member Mike Woodrum…
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In today’s fast-paced media landscape, news channels quickly jump on the latest trends, especially regarding food. Trending edibles often grab the public’s attention, sparking curiosity and excitement. But how do news outlets manage to keep these foods in the spotlight and drive conversations around them? From captivating visuals to viral-worthy stories, news channels have mastered…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Community members are invited to attend a community pinwheel ceremony at 1 p.m. on Monday, April 7, at the Hannibal Riverfront in Rotary Pavillion in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least one in seven children have experienced child abuse or neglect…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Quincy Public Library will hold its annual spring used book sale Thursday and Friday, April 3-4 at the Quincy Public Library, 526 Jersey. The sale is held in the large conference room. It will offer books, DVDs and CDs for purchase. With a few exceptions, everything is 50 cents…
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LaPLATA, Mo. — Amy Morris thought her inconsistent health maladies were a normal part of the stress of life. She was juggling a lot. She had just sent her oldest child to college. She was completing her 20th year working in education — she works for the LaPlata R-2 schools as a preschool teacher —…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Board of Public Works electric crew will be performing maintenance on electric lines beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1. Power will be shut off for a duration of 15 minutes. Areas include portions of Wildwood Court, Head Lane, and Stardust Drive. Contact the HBPW Dispatch Center at 573-221-0955…
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CANTON, Mo. — Karen Voss and Brian Munzlinger will be seated as commissioners for the Mid-America Port Commission (MAPC) at its April 14 meeting at Culver-Stockton College in Canton. Voss was elected by the Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District board at its March 4 meeting. She serves as the chief financial officer at Ursa Farmers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children is planning a number of events throughout the area in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. A number of local businesses will be donating a portion of their proceeds to the agency. Advocacy Network for Children has two programs — CASA (Court Appointed Special…
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