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QUINCY — Blessing and Illini Hospitals and all affiliated departments have been awarded by DNV full certification to the ISO 9001 Quality Management System. DNV is a global, independent, certification provider. ISO 9001, the most widely-accepted quality management system in use around the world, is quickly gaining acceptance among U.S. healthcare providers as a foundation…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently added Dr. Allyson Munch to its family medicine team. Munch earned her medical degree from A.T. Still University in Kirksville and completed her residency at SIU School of Medicine. In a press release, Munch said, “I’ve always been drawn towards being able to care for patients of all…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal High School boys soccer team played host to its seventh annual Kickin’ Cancer game on Monday, Oct. 9 at Veterans Field. The team presented Hannibal Regional Foundation with a check for $2,000. Players were escorted onto the field by local cancer survivors during the announcing of the starting lineup. The…
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QUINCY — The Herald-Whig, once a daily newspaper with the largest circulation in a 100-mile radius, recently told its rural subscribers it will reduce its printing schedule to twice a week. Citing rising fuel, postage and delivery costs, the e-mailed notice said the company would eliminate its Tuesday, Thursday and Friday editions in the rural…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance Fund program will accept applications for assistance until 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. ILHAF provides up to $60,000 in mortgage assistance to eligible homeowners which is paid directly to the servicer, taxing body or other approved entity. Funds may be used for: The ILHAF is a federally…
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QUINCY – Calftown Corners has added two more businesses to the Calftown Square on the northwest corner of Eighth and State. The Engraved Hive is a collection of local vendors who have come together in one bright, beautiful storefront located at 735 State to sell their handmade products. They are set for a grand opening this…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – Eric and Patty Happekotte, owners of Sidekick BBQ & Sweets, handle their business the same way they handle their barbecue – low and slow. “Our motto has always been to take it slow,” Patty said. From first serving barbecue underneath a canopy in downtown Hannibal on Bird street to handing plates out…
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QUINCY — Devout sneakerheads know finding a new pair of Air Jordan 1 shoes or a limited-edition Nike Dunk Low typically takes strategy. Popular styles like these, which cost anywhere from $100 to $250 retail, drop every few days at physical stores and online. However, they almost always sell out immediately, forcing shoppers to hunt for pairs on resale…
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Ashley and Brittany visit Dues at The Liquor Booth to get ready for fall entertaining. So when. you see Ashley and Brittany with their kids trick or treating, ask them what’s in their bags. Pumpkin Spice for all!
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PAID PROMOTION The Do-It-Yourself movement has been around for many years, but it exploded during the pandemic. People were stuck in their houses for months staring at the same furniture, flooring, and appliances. At the same time, stimulus checks were arriving in their mailboxes. It should be no surprise that what came next was a…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Healthcare System will be interviewing for registered nurses from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24. This event will take place in the Hannibal Regional Sunroom, just inside the Hannibal Regional Hospital. Registered nurses at all levels are welcome, from upcoming graduates to those with several years of experience. Interviewees…
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QUINCY — Buy now/pay later is a service that many retailers offer to allow shoppers to space out smaller payments on an item over time, rather than paying the full cost up front. Read the fine print before agreeing to one of these services. In recent years, buy now/pay later plans have become particularly common…
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QUINCY — United Community Credit Union announced Thursday the purchase of property at 621 N. 36th, at the intersection of 36th Street and Columbus Road, which will serve as the location for its future headquarters. A groundbreaking ceremony for the headquarters is scheduled for 2024. A press release from UCCU says this move represents a…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Aron Lee, executive director of the Kroc Center, about what the facility has to offer.
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QUINCY — Steve Hassell and Kurt Hofmeister recently were appointed as members of the board of directors of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., and First Bankers Trust Company. Their appointment was effective Oct. 1. Hassell is known for his contributions to the technology and business world. His extensive experience in operational transformation and fostering innovation will…
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QUINCY — Two Rivers Regional Council Foundation is the host of a holiday wreath auction to support Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials and their mission. TRRC staff, community partner organizations, local businesses and other TRRC supporters have crafted wreaths and other decorations for all holiday seasons. These decorations are being auctioned through Saturday,…
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COLCHESTER, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Sept. 27 to welcome Land of Lincoln Credit Union as a new member to the Macomb Area Chamber. Land of Lincoln Credit Union is located at 113 E. Depot. Following LLCU’s acquisition of Colchester State Bank, the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The addition of Dr. Santhisri Kodali allows Hannibal Regional Hospital to offer cardiac electrophysiology procedures, including catheter ablation, which will offer more choices for advanced cardiac care to Hannibal, Quincy and surrounding areas. As a cardiac electrophysiologist, Kodali specializes in the treatment of heart rhythm problems, also known as cardiac arrhythmias. She…
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In our latest Strategic Management video, the pillars of leadership and a good leader must have a grounded life or business performance would suffer. Employee production depends on inspiration and leadership. PAID PROMOTION
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QUINCY — Mark Cestari provided plenty of reasons why the number of flights and number of passengers at Quincy Regional Airport are down. A pilot shortage. A supply chain problem with acquisition of parts, leading to a lack of planes. Escalating operating costs. “I’ve been doing this for 25 years, including 9-11. This is the…
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QUINCY — Tammy Lieurance says it is going to be a busy offseason for those involved with the Adams County Speedway. Tammy and her husband, Jim Lieurance, just finished their second year as co-promoters of the .29-mile dirt track at 8000 Broadway. The second half of that second season was admittedly a rough stretch. While…
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QUINCY — Ben Drebes, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Adams County, recently received the firm’s Service Award for five years of work with Edward Jones. The Service Award is first earned after five years of service at the firm and at every five-year increment thereafter. Drebes was one of 3,515 financial advisors firmwide to…
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QUINCY — Sarah Taylor, administrative coordinator of corporate compliance at Blessing Health System, recently earned a master of science degree in health law and health care compliance from Albany Law School, Albany, N.Y. She graduated summa cum laude. Taylor, a Hannibal, Mo., resident, also holds a master of arts degree in management and holds certification…
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Gina Hayes of Home Instead talks about providing home healthcare, hospice and personal care. Business Spotlight is sponsored by Mercantile Bank.
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PAID PROMOTION As long as he can remember, Adam Yates wanted to be a police officer. He caught the bug early in life. “It was just something I was just very interested in. Something I wanted to do when I grew up.” “I played Quinsippi Soccer when I was little, and both of my soccer…
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