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QUINCY — Automation, robotics and welding positions offer household sustaining salaries for those with the right skills, yet regional companies are struggling to find qualified candidates. John Wood Community College and Two Rivers Regional Council are hoping to train more individuals to meet those needs. An open house is set for 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday,…
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MRN Editor David Adam talks to Joe Harris, the agricultural specialist for TI-Trust about farming, farm markets and the weather. Are we past the point of no return on a drought this year? Mercantile Bank sponsors the Business Spotlight.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation recently presented a $50,000 check to support scholarships and programs at the YMCA of Hannibal. A significant portion of the grant will allow the Y to offer scholarships for membership and programming to low-income Hannibal residents. Approximately $100,000 in financial assistance was awarded to 650 people in…
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MOUNT STERLING — The Tracy Family Foundation recently awarded more scholarships than ever before to Brown County High School graduates. Twenty-nine 2023 graduates will begin their first semester of college this fall with a competitive scholarship worth up to $18,000 over four years. The Tracy Family Foundation has awarded more than $1.2 millions to 154…
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QUINCY — Jacob Messmer hopes to open Quincy’s newest community event space in three phases. Maverick’s Landing Zone, Lounge and Venue, 500 S. Eighth, will open Sept. 30 with live music during an open house weekend. In the winter, he hopes to have a lounge bar with a one-page menu restaurant. “And then by the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Blessing Health Hannibal has been awarded three-year terms of accreditation for computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) after a recent review by the American College of Radiology. CT scans use x-rays to create multiple cross-sections of the body. MRI uses radio waves and strong magnets to create body images. Each technology…
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GRIGGSVILLE, Ill. — Michael Rohn, a trucker for St. Louis-based Angie’s Transportation, was on U.S. 40 last month near Bowie, Ariz., about two hours into a cross-country trip, when he noticed an accident about a mile ahead. “I was headed east, and a van was headed west,” said Rohn, who lives in Griggsville when he’s…
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Picture July in Missouri and Illinois, and you’ll probably think of our characteristic hot, humid weather. On top of that, the southern U.S. and Mexico have been experiencing record-breaking heat recently. It’s tempting to blast the air conditioning on days like these, but for many, running the AC at full tilt all day is cost-prohibitive.…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The best time for a person to learn about the healthcare available in their community is before care is needed. That’s why McDonough District Hospital and Blessing Health invite Macomb area residents to a “Meet and Greet” with two Blessing heart specialists providing care at MDH on Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on July 21 for the grand opening of Small Towner Event Venue (6 W. Side Square), a new Chamber member and new business in the Macomb community. Owner Kari Kelso and her husband renovated the interior and exterior…
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Ron Kinscherf talks to Craig Moncey of Quincy Worx about their operation and how they can assist small businesses. The Business Spotlight is brought to you by Mercantile Bank.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently received two awards from the American Heart Association as a stroke-designated hospital. Memorial Hospital received the Silver Plus award for quality stroke care for overall hospitals as well as Rural Stroke Bronze which recognizes rural hospitals. These awards are given to hospitals nationwide that report their measures to the…
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QUINCY — The American Heart Association recently recognized Blessing Hospital for being among the nation’s leading providers of stroke care. The hospital earned the AHA’s Get With the Guidelines Gold level recognition for third consecutive year. Blessing received a Gold Plus Award for meeting or exceeding national core standard levels of care in the treatment…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA concluded its 2023 annual campaign by raising $230,000. In a press release, Rick Shover, CEO of the Quincy Family YMCA, said, “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our donors who graciously contributed to this year’s annual campaign. Your generosity empowers us to make a meaningful difference and…
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PAID ADVERTISEMENT Over the past six months, the pet industry has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation, driven by an increasing focus on pet health and well-being. Pet owners around the nation have been investing more in premium pet supplies, particularly in the categories of pet food, pet treats, and pet toys. 1. Premiumization of Pet…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — An $18,000 Riedel Foundation grant will bring the Junior Achievement program to approximately 250 students who attend Oakwood Elementary and the 400 students at Mark Twain Elementary this school year. It also will cover the cost of a career fair for 250 students at Hannibal Middle School. Hannibal resident J.R. Bareis, a…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Hospital Laboratory has earned re-accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Blessing has been CAP accredited since 1980 and is among more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide. The CAP accreditation process is designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients. During the reaccreditation process, inspectors visit…
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QUINCY — Gem City Real Estate Group is taking a new approach to the traditional back-to-school supply drives typically held this time of the year. In many classrooms when kids run out of school supplies throughout the year, it is often the teachers who step in and fill the gaps out of their own pockets.…
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QUINCY — Faculty Excellence Awards were presented to four SIU School of Medicine Family and Community Medicine employees during Grand Rounds on July 12. Quincy faculty member Dr. Bill Dixon was presented the Master Clinician award by Paula Mackrides. Nominees for this award demonstrate exceptional clinic skills and service through activities that include developing and…
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BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — A job training program developed by the North East Community Action Corporation is getting more recognition from the federal government. Jeanna Caldwell of the U.S. Department of Labor presented certificates on July 12 to six graduates of the NECAC apprenticeship program. Three other NECAC team members were recognized for achieving energy…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Multi-million-dollar renovations recently were completed at Jellystone Park Camp-Resort. The upgrades to the popular camping spot have been in the works for two years. They include 30 new glamping cabins, four glamping tents, two vacation rental homes and a new camp store. Two water slides have been added, as well as an…
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QUINCY — Scottie’s Fun Spot unveiled its new cosmic laser-tag arena and nine-hole indoor miniature golf course Thursday. “We’re excited to offer these new features to the community,” said Jeff Scott, owner and operator of the entertainment center that opened in 2010. “We’ve always tried to reimagine fun while showing our guests a great time.”…
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Ron Kinscherf gets some clean advice on how to handle water damage from Jeff Butler of Clean Restoration. PAID PROMOTION
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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Birkey’s Farm Store, a Case IH and Case Construction dealer based out of Champaign, announced Wednesday the company had entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Selby Implement Company’s stores in Quincy and Hannibal. The acquisition is expected to close July 31. “This is a great opportunity for Birkey’s to expand our…
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QUINCY – Carley Properties, LLC, a Springfield-based real estate firm focused on value-add restoration, development and leasing of rural and urban real estate, recently completed the renovation of John and Virginia Benya’s mid-century modern family home in Quincy. An open house at the property is scheduled from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, July 20. The nearly 2,100…
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