Business and Tech
QUINCY — The Great River Chapter of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) has extended the application deadline for its next cohort to April 30. Originally set for March 31, this extension provides additional time for prospective students to apply for the work-and-learn program designed to develop skilled manufacturing professionals. Great River FAME is…
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Slots are the rave at online casinos. These games aren’t skill-based; to play, all you need to do is launch a title and click the SPIN button. If matching symbols appear on a payline, you win. Due to the excitement and potential rewards tied to slots, many players want to know if there’s a perfect…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum recently announced the appointment of Stacey Mueller as the new Tom and Becky program coordinator. Mueller, who has lived in Hannibal since 2008, will take on the role following the departure of the current coordinator, Melissa Cummins, who will step down July 4. After relocating…
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QUINCY — A public presentation of a feasibility study for a proposed multi-million indoor sports complex in Quincy is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday in City Council chambers. Quincy Mayor Mike Troup said three entities have been working on the feasibility study since May 2024 — ARCO National, a construction company from Richmond Heights, Mo.; Hastings and…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation recently awarded $5,000 to help Harvest Outreach improve the sober living house for women and children. The money will provide kitchen appliances and security systems. In a press release, Pastor Larry Hinds, director of Harvest Outreach, said, “We want to support women in their recovery by providing a safe…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF), in partnership with the Adams County Board, has announced that applications are now being accepted for the second round of the Adams County Growing Residential Opportunities County-Wide (GROW) Program. The Adams County Board designated $1 million from the ARPA funds in 2024 to establish…
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QUINCY — Can you recognize Artificial Intelligence, commonly known as AI, when you see it? Edited images and videos are nothing new – but generative AI tools have made it faster and easier for people to create realistic text, images and videos from scratch. The possibilities AI presents are endless, but the downside is that…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County (HSQAC) recently was awarded Best of Illinois History awards from the Illinois State Historical Society for public programming, publication and non-book material (periodical and newsletter) categories. The award-winning entries were: HSQAC will be recognized for its contributions to Illinois history on April 26 at the…
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QUINCY — United Alloy announced 18 months ago it had acquired land in Quincy to construct a 200,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility on Ellington Road and create at least 100 new jobs for Quincy. The plan was for United Alloy to break ground by 2025. Those plans changed dramatically this week. Officials with United Alloy, headquartered in Janesville, Wis., confirmed with…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Chad Smith about Summy Tire as the business celebrates its 40th Anniversary. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center’s “Meals with Memorial,” a freezer meal pickup service providing the community with a convenient way to enjoy delicious, dietitian-approved meals at home, will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, in the Health and Wellness Center Teaching Kitchen. Each meal kit…
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Digital currencies have been changing the way people think about money over the past few years. While this change began on a global scale, it is now being felt more and more in local communities. The rise of cryptocurrencies has created new opportunities for investment and business, and it has raised important questions about the…
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The booming niche of casino live streaming is now in the crosshairs of global regulators, as concerns mount over its influence on vulnerable audiences and its ties to unlicensed gambling activity. With the rise of influencers broadcasting high-stakes slot spins and table games to thousands of viewers in real time, lawmakers across Europe and beyond…
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QUINCY — A group of nurses at Blessing Health System are looking to form a union to combat a number of issues they say include high turnover, high patient-to-nurse ratios and lower pay than travel nurses who are brought into the hospital. The nurses are seeking to unionize with IAM Healthcare, which is under the…
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QUINCY — Quincy Rotary After Dark (RAD) will hold its second annual adult Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 12, at The Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Drive. Check-in will be from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Participants can enjoy a lively Easter egg hunt with the chance to win fantastic prizes. The event will feature a party…
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Newsweek’s latest ranking highlights the companies Americans trust most — here’s why Paycom remains a standout. These days, trust isn’t just a buzzword when doing business — it’s a currency. Consumers, employees, and investors alike seek out organizations that demonstrate reliability, integrity, and transparency. For the fourth consecutive year, Paycom, a leading provider of cloud-based…
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When marriages are good, nobody worries about the material part behind it. Both partners invest in the future of their families and give their best to contribute. However, it is when things go south that both partners need legal help to fairly sort everything out. These are the cases where community property and equitable property…
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Yacht tourism is becoming a top choice for luxury travelers. The UAE offers unforgettable and stunning experiences on the water. Yacht rentals are the perfect way to explore the UAE’s views. Hence, yacht rental companies are becoming increasingly popular. Over 1,300 kilometers of UAE coastline have modern marinas and natural bays. Tourists use the services…
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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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