Business and Tech
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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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., has launched a new grant program to strengthen STEM education in West Central Illinois. Through its STEM Education Initiative, the company will award up to $150,000 in total funding, with individual grants up to $15,000 available for selected public and private schools. During the past two years, Dot…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital and Memorial Medical Clinics want to reassure patients and community members that they remain in-network with UnitedHealthcare despite a recent mailing error. UnitedHealthcare (UHC) recently issued letters to some members incorrectly stating that Memorial Hospital and Memorial Medical Clinics would no longer be part of UHC’s provider network as of…
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Stake.us is facing growing legal scrutiny in the United States, with a new lawsuit filed by an Illinoisresident, not the state itself. The complaint, brought by Brayden Urdan, was submitted to the U.S.District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. It follows a similar case recently filed in California andreflects rising regulatory pressure on digital…
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Illinois is taking action against the growing trend of crypto-related fraud and meme coin scams. This action can be a sign of a new era, which could influence other U.S. states to take action. While cryptos are gaining popularity rapidly, fraud and scams are becoming more common. Most of the illegal actions happen around high-risk,…
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The idea of computers being creative has long been a topic of debate in technology and the arts. While machines are great at performing tasks based on patterns and algorithms, creativity has historically been seen as a uniquely human trait. But recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are challenging that perception. It is no longer…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — You might hear the beep of a watch or, if you’re lucky, the chimes of church bells during the course of a typical day. A symphony of chimes, cuckoos, dings and bongs can be heard every hour on the hour at Marion County Clocks, 115 S. Fourth. “It’s like the beginning of…
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Paying bills, scheduling appointments, applying for jobs – we share personal information with businesses and other people nearly every day. Since so much of our data is shared online, it’s easy to forget that it’s valuable, especially to scammers. Nearly every scam involves some sort of identity or information theft. Scammers want your personal information…
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QUINCY — SONIC® Drive-In is fueling education by sending 400 teachers from 149 public school districts to Atlanta for the Ron Clark Academy Experience, a two-day training made possible by a nearly $1 million donation from the SONIC Foundation. Paula Epker, a teacher at Quincy Junior High School, attended the academy March 20-21. At the…
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QUINCY — Tabitha Jordan, a medical assistant at SIU Center for Family Medicine, is being recognized by the center as Employee of the Month for April. Jordan is pursuing her certified medical assistant (CMA) certification while continuing her role. Her daily responsibilities include assisting doctors and nurses with exams and procedures, educating patients, setting up…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Board of Public Works has earned the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2024. The utility earned a Diamond level designation in the category for utilities with 60,000-109,999 worker-hours of annual worker exposure. More than 200 utilities entered the annual Safety Awards for…
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Mackenzie Finlea is guest directing at Quincy Community Theatre this summer and has experience in several technical theatre roles. MRN’s Ron Kinscherf’s talks to her about her experiences. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.
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QUINCY — Chaddock will have live virtual campus tours offering families, educators and professionals the opportunity to explore its nationally recognized programs from anywhere. These tours take place live via Zoom. Hosted by Chaddock’s admissions team, these interactive sessions provide a look at the organization’s trauma-informed care model, residential treatment cottages, accredited special education school…
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Is the price of Bitcoin on the verge of collapse? The recent market volatility has intensified, and a large number of technical indicators and on-chain data have shown that downward pressure is accumulating, and investor sentiment is tending to panic. However, there are opportunities in turmoil. As a leading cloud mining platform, SIX MINING provides…
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The United Kingdom has seen a significant rise in cybercrime in recent years. Scams are often adapted to exploit current events or growing technology such as AI. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has reported a sharp increase in attacks on both individuals and businesses. This highlights the urgent need for robust protection. Staying informed…
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QUINCY — Questions were asked Tuesday night about staffing, playing surfaces, the amount of money possibly generated and the types of sports that could be played at a proposed indoor sports complex in Quincy. However, the biggest question about a facility that could cost at least $30 million is: Who’s going to pay for it?…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The United Way Evening of Philanthropy, honoring community members who live out the mission and vision of the United Way within their own lives, will be held Friday, May 9, at the Olive Branch event venue in Palmyra. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with dinner being served at 7:15 p.m. followed…
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BOWEN, Ill. — Bowen has been officially recognized as an NTCA – The Rural Broadband Association Smart Rural Community, powered by Adams Fiber. This acknowledgment celebrates Bowen’s commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to foster growth, enhance opportunities and build a thriving rural community. The announcement was made at Bowen’s village board meeting, where representatives…
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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…
Read Full Article 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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