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HLGU hands out awards to alumni during Booster Gala

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The 2022 Hannibal-LaGrange University Booster Gala earlier this month featured new HLGU president Robert Matz. The Booster Gala, formally called the HLGU Booster Banquet, capped off a packed homecoming weekend at HLGU. Friends of the university and community members enjoyed fellowship and food in the Roland Fine Arts Center before the formal […]

Candlelight memorial service set for Sunday at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home

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QUINCY — The O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home, 1435 State, will have a candlelight memorial service on Sunday, Dec. 4. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m., with the service beginning 4 p.m. The holiday season often is difficult for people who have lost a family member or friend. Pastor Kory Hollensteiner from The Crossing will co-officiate […]

Culver-Stockton College receives gifts from MFA Oil, United State Bank to benefit student scholarship fund

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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently received a grant from MFA Oil, headquartered in Columbia. Company representatives presented C-SC advancement professionals with $1,000 and a certificate of recognition this fall. Culver-Stockton also recently was presented with a check from United State Bank in Canton. C-SC is a participating school of the “School Spirit Program.” When USB […]

Psychiatrist joins Blessing Health behavioral health team

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QUINCY — Psychiatrist Maggie Lamborn has joined the Blessing Health behavioral health team. Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Lamborn graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed her residency and a fellowship at Maine Medical Center. Lamborn’s areas of interest include treating patients with depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders […]

Advent at the Oasis begins Wednesday at historic Nauvoo Theatre

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NAUVOO, Ill. — “Watch. Wait. Wonder. Worship” will be the theme for the midweek “Oasis” gathering during the four Wednesdays of Advent — Nov. 30 and Dec. 7, 14 and 21 — at the historic Nauvoo Theatre. Each week the message will focus on a different aspect of preparing hearts for the coming of Christ. […]

Model train set to be on display four times at Kibbe Hancock Heritage Museum

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CARTHAGE — Kibbe Hancock Heritage Museum, 306 Walnut in Carthage, will be the site of a large model train set on display on four dates in December and January. The museum will be open from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, during the Carthage Christmas Open House with the train display of Galen Wollbrink. The full […]

Public invited to discuss northeast Missouri unfunded transportation needs Wednesday in Mexico, Mo.

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Missouri’s transportation system has 33,825 miles of roads and 10,387 bridges. The Missouri Department of Transportation, working with its statewide regional planning partners, have identified $1 billion in annual unfunded needs. From the broader unfunded needs, MoDOT has developed a high priority unfunded needs list to guide the development of projects into […]

Blessing offers new treatment for common urologic condition

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QUINCY — Blessing Health’s urology team is offering a new treatment for a frustrating and common medical problem that affects millions of adults. The condition is called urge incontinence — the sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by an involuntary loss of urine. It affects mostly people over the age of 50, and a majority […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County from Nov. 14-18, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Constance R. Hammitt of Rockport sold a residence at 15867 US. Highway 54 in Rockport to […]

Salvation Army of Hannibal kicks off Tree of Lights Christmas campaign

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Salvation Army began the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas kick-off event on Thursday, Nov. 17, at The Rialto in Hannibal. The 2022 campaign chairs, Brad and Sara Kurz, along with their children, Kendall and Caleb, were introduced along with the announcement of the $120,000 campaign goal. […]

Transitions holds annual dinner, announces Williams Award winner

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QUINCY — Board members, staff, donors and friends of Transitions gathered Nov. 16 at the Holiday Inn to celebrate the agency’s accomplishments during the past year. Mark Schmitz, executive director of Transitions, served as host to the approximately 120 guests in attendance. Transitions of Western Illinois, the Transitions Association and the Transitions Foundation also celebrated […]

Two Quincy teachers recognized as McDonald’s outstanding educators

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QUINCY — McDonald’s of Quincy director of operations Ashley Orscheln recently recognized Autumn Lomax from Quincy Junior High School and Trudy Willis from Baldwin Elementary School for being selected as McDonald’s Outstanding Educator award recipients.  Local McDonald’s restaurants started this award program three years ago as a way to celebrate area teachers and honor them for […]

Quincy Police Department offering stepped-up patrols, seat belt enforcement through Nov. 28

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QUINCY — As millions of motorists hit the road to celebrate Thanksgiving, Illinois law enforcement willbe working around the clock to make sure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving safely. Quincy Police Department is joining the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Police to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.” The […]

Quincy Fire Department announces ‘Keep the Wreath Red’ program

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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department kicked off its annual “Keep the Wreath Red” program Wednesday at Central Fire Station, 906 Vermont. The program will run from Nov. 23 to midnight Jan. 1, 2023. Each Quincy Fire Department station, along with program sponsors Ameren Illinois and Refreshment Services Pepsi, will have a wreath with red […]

Where can I get something to eat at a restaurant on Thanksgiving?

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Uninterested in cooking a Thanksgiving meal? Wondering which Quincy restaurants are open on Thanksgiving Day? Thanks to SeeQuincy.com, see the list below for Thursday dining options. The Abbey – 1736 Spring/217-228-8868/11 a.m.-6 p.m. O’Shea’s – 339 Cedar/217-222-7356/turkey or ham dinner Starbucks – 33rd and Broadway/217-224-4537/6 a.m.-5 p.m. Tangerine Bowl – 3530 Maine/217-222-8262/Full menu 5-11 p.m./open until […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County for Nov. 14-18, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Jeffrey A. Friedhoff, Jill A. Friedhoff, and Janet A. Friedhoff of Quincy sold a residence at […]

Kairos Hope to offer Festival of Trees beginning Thursday

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MONROE CITY, Mo. — Kairos Hope, a Christian recovery home for survivors of human trafficking, sexual abuse and sexual trauma, will hold a Festival of Trees fundraiser beginning Thanksgiving Day and continuing daily through Dec. 3. Hours are 2-10 p.m., with Saturday hours (Nov. 26 and Dec. 3) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The […]

Mayor, police chief help kick off Project Red Ribbon campaign

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QUINCY — Quincy Mayor Michael Troup and Adam Yates, chief of the Quincy Police Department, kicked off this year’s Project Red Ribbon for the Quinsippi Chapter of Mother Against Drunk Driving on Monday morning on the west side of City Hall. Troup and Yates each tied a red ribbon to their official autos. The nationwide […]

Historical Society to offer candlelight tours of the Gov. John Wood Mansion in December

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QUNCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is offering Christmas Candlelight Tours of the Gov. John Wood Mansion in December. People portraying Gov. and Mrs. John Wood will welcome guests to the Greek Revival home of Quincy’s founder. Tours will be scheduled on Dec. 10, 16, 17, 23 and 26. Tour times […]

Evening of giving thanks to God planned for Wednesday night at Oasis in Nauvoo

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NAUVOO, Ill. — Area residents are invited to share in a time of giving thanks and praise to God at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23 at the Oasis at the historic Nauvoo Theatre. Oasis is an informal midweek gathering with inspirational Christian music and messages. During the gathering, people can share examples of gratitude […]

Mehaffy leaving HREDC

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — After nearly four years leading the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council (HREDC), Corey Mehaffy is taking a new job in the private sector. The HREDC made the announcement in a press release Wednesday morning. “Corey not only breathed life into our organization, but he built HREDC into a nationally recognized economic development […]

Salvation Army to hold mini-bucket blitz Dec. 1-2 in Pittsfield, Mount Sterling

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Quincy — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command will bring its popular Bucket Blitz to Pittsfield and Mount Sterling for two days in December. The first stop for The Salvation Army bell ringers will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 1 in Pittsfield at the four-way stop at Memorial and Jefferson. The bell ringers […]

JWCC to offer four-week winter break online classes in December

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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will provide classes for students during winter break. The four-week session is offered entirely online from Dec. 19 to Jan. 13. Courses range from two to three credit hours. Students from JWCC or any college may enroll. High school students may take courses if approved by their school’s guidance […]

Quincy Catholic Charities benefits from Quincy Notre Dame ‘Canstruction’ event

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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame students, staff and families collected more than 8,000 non-perishable food items during its annual food drive for Quincy Catholic Charities, sponsored by the QND Kindness Club.  A QND “Canstruction” event was held in the gymnasium. Each of the 16 QND student houses had to use their groups’ donated items to […]

QPD officers growing beards to raise money for groceries to be given away Wednesday for Thanksgiving meal

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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is participating in its “Beard for a Benefit” campaign to raise money for local families in need. During November and December, officers can pay one dollar a day – or $60 – and grow facial hair, which normally is not permitted by QPD grooming standards. The money raised will support the Quincy Police Department’s Thanksgiving week food […]

Dot Foods donates $50,000 worth of food among 11 Mount Sterling area pantries in November

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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Dot Foods distribution center in Mount Sterling recently made a sizeable donation to area food pantries in November. Through the company’s Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, the distribution center helped 11 area food pantries by delivering products from Dot’s current inventory for a total donation of $50,000 worth of food and other necessities […]

City Hall to be closed Thursday, Friday in observance of Thanksgiving

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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24-25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. It will reopen Monday, Nov. 28, for regular business hours. Central Services also will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 24-25. There will be no garbage and recycling pickup on Thursday, Nov. 24. The route […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County for Nov. 7-11, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Colt I. Ehlert and Misha J. Ehlert of Barry sold residences at 1235 Decatur and 1230 […]

Fourteen Quincy Notre Dame students named Illinois State Scholars

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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame High School recently learned 14 students from the Class of 2023 were recognized as Illinois State Scholars. This award is given annually by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to students who rank in the top 10 percent of high school seniors in the state. Selection is based on a combination […]

Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop B announces promotion of Quincy native to lieutenant

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MACON, Mo. — Capt. Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop B, Macon, has announced the promotion of Sgt. Paul M. Behrens to lieutenant and designated a member of the Troop B command staff, effective Dec. 1. Behrens was appointed to the patrol on Jan. 1, 1997. After graduating from the […]

Payson Kickoff to Christmas tree-lighting event returns Dec. 4

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PAYSON, Ill. — The Village of Payson has announced the return of its annual Christmas tree lighting event known as the Payson Kickoff to Christmas from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, in Payson’s South Park. This year’s event offers free event entertainment and fun for the entire family. New activities and entertainment include a performance […]

Hannibal firefighters need approximately 15 minutes to extinguish early Saturday morning fire

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Fire Department was dispatched at 12:32 a.m. Saturday by 911 for a report of a structure fire at 1219 Center. Initially, all three stations responded with eight personnel. Upon arrival, fire units saw fire and smoke showing from the second floor of the structure. All occupants were out of the […]

Blessing Hospital earns fifth straight top safety score from Leapfrog Group

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QUINCY — An independent national healthcare watchdog organization has given Blessing Hospital a grade of A for patient safety for the fifth consecutive survey period. The Leapfrog Group, founded by 2,000 large employers and other purchasers of healthcare, assigns a letter grade of A through F every six months to approximately 2,900 general hospitals across […]

Quincy University assistant professor of history receives dissertation award

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QUINCY — J. Matthew Ward, assistant professor of history at Quincy University, is the recipient of the 2022 Anne J. Bailey dissertation award from the Society of Civil War Historians for best Civil War dissertation. Ward received the award Saturday, Nov. 12, in Baltimore, Md., at the annual conference of the Southern Historical Association. The […]

Blessing Hospital organ and tissue donation efforts earn national recognition

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QUINCY — For the second year in a row, Blessing Hospital and its Life Team have been awarded Platinum recognition from the federal Health Resources and Services Administration and Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Donor Network for “saving and healing lives by encouraging their employees and communities to register as organ, eye and tissue […]

Wreaths Across America event at Quincy National Cemetery set for Dec. 17

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QUINCY — Ursa Willing Workers 4-H Club, the sponsoring group for the 2022 Wreaths Across America ceremony, have announced the ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Quincy National Cemetery, 3701 Maine. The wreath escort will begin at 9 a.m. from Washington Park. The theme for this year’s campaign is #FindAWayToServe. […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County from Oct. 31-Nov. 4, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  The estate of Darlene D. Key of Pleasant Hill sold a residence at 210 N. Main […]

Bear Creek American Legion Post 823 to offer pancake, whole hog sausage breakfast Dec. 3

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MENDON, Ill. — The Bear Creek American Legion Post 823, on Illinois 61 between Mendon and Ursa, will be the site of an all-you-can-eat pancake and whole hog sausage breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under the age of 5 eat […]

Riedel Foundation awards $10,000 to supply Christmas food baskets in Hannibal

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HANNIBAL Mo. — The Salvation Army of Hannibal is the latest recipient of a Riedel Foundation grant. A $10,000 award will help provide Christmas food baskets to Hannibal families in need. In a press release, Riedel Foundation trustee Michael Bukstein said, “Every family should be able to celebrate the holiday season with a good meal. […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County from Nov. 7-11, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Isaac D. Barnes of Quincy sold a residence at 1025 S. Eighth in Quincy to Higdon […]

Real estate transfers in Hancock County from Sept. 28-Nov. 4, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Carissa Richardson of Golden, Ill., sold a residence at 548 N. Fayette in Carthage to Ann […]

Registration deadline for Salvation Army community Thanksgiving dinner is Friday

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QUINCY — The deadline to sign up for the Salvation Army’s free community Thanksgiving Dinner is Friday, Nov. 18. When calling to make a reservation, attendees will need to make a reservation for either 11a.m. or 11:45 a.m. Shut-ins will need to provide name, number of meals and address for delivery. The meal, which will […]

Community paper shredding event planned for Saturday at F&M Bank and Trust

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A free community paper-shredding event is set for 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 18, at F&M Bank and Trust, 505 Broadway, in Hannibal. In a press release, Carl Watson, president of F&M Bank and Trust said, “In this age, with identity theft being such a concern, making sure to properly dispose […]

Memorial Hospital Foundation to be host of book fair Tuesday

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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation will be the host of a “Collective Goods,” formerly known as “Books are Fun,” book and gift fair from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22 in the front lobby and hallways at Memorial Hospital. Proceeds from the fair will go to the Memorial Hospital foundation “Grow Our […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County from Oct. 31-Nov. 4, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, for CSFB Mortgage-Backed Trust Series 2005-8 of West Palm Beach, […]

Cuddle Cat Rescue recipient of Riedel Foundation grant

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HANNIBAL Mo. — The Riedel Foundation Board of Trustees recently gave a $5,000 grant to Cuddle Cat Rescue for an upcoming spay and neuter program for cats in Hannibal. The award is a matching grant following a recent fundraising event called the Meow Mixer, which raised more than $11,000 for the program. In a press […]

SERVPRO, RISE Recreational Dispensary donate funds to cancer patients

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QUINCY — SERVPRO of Quincy and Hannibal recently donated $500 to each of three area cancer treatment centers — Blessing Cancer Center, Quincy Medical Group Cancer Center and Hannibal Regional Cancer Center — with RISE Recreational Dispensary also donating $370 to Blessing Health patients. SERVPRO’s funds came from a portion of sales for the month […]

Quincy Astronomy Club presents ‘Intro into Astrophotography’ on Thursday

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QUINCY — Recently released photos from the new James Webb Space Telescope show stunning images of the universe. Interested in learning how to produce images with your own equipment? The Quincy Astronomy Club is presenting a class at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, in Room A021 at John Wood Community College. Guest lecturer Doug Foote […]

Local quilters from Hannibal’s Beth Haven to have fundraiser on Tuesday

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Beth Haven Quilters will have their Fall Fling fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, in the community room of Beth Haven East, 901 Central Ave. Quilts, crafts, baked goods and homemade candies and jellies will be offered for sale with proceeds going towards the purchase of Christmas gifts […]

JWCC Foundation Board to be host of dinner honoring retiring president on Dec. 1

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QUINCY — The JWCC Foundation Board will be the host of an evening to honor retiring President Michael Elbe beginning at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, with a social hour and dinner and a program to follow. The event will be at the Quincy Country Club. Reservations are $50 per person. To buy tickets, contact […]

Painting project on bridge over Salt River begins on Route H in Ralls County

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HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, over the next few weeks, Steel City Contractors, LLC of Campbell, Ohio, will be working on a bridge painting project on Route H in Ralls County over the Salt River near Spalding. Work will be performed during daytime hours. Traffic on Route H will be restricted to one lane with a […]

Learn 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, importance of early detection during free educational session on Tuesday

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QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association to provide a free educational session to community members about the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’sand the importance of early detection. The event will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York. […]

Marriage certificate from 1839 signed by Joseph Smith found in WIU archives

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MACOMB, Ill. — The Archives and Special Collections of Western Illinois University is full of treasures relating to WIU and to local history. New discoveries are frequently being made as the collections are documented. A previously unknown Archives document, written by Joseph Smith (the first president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) […]

Blessing Health offering no cost diabetes testing Monday at Horizons

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QUINCY — People living with diabetes, or people who are at higher-than-average risk for developing the disease due to family history, race or other factors, are invited to a no-cost A1C screening offered by Blessing Health. The free, non-fasting blood test will be conducted from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at Horizons, 224 S. […]

Community Foundation celebrating 25 years of growing local philanthropy, community invited to help celebrate Nov. 17

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QUINCY — The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri was established in November 1997 with $1,050 in assets. Twenty-five years later, more than $14 million in grants have been distributed to grow communities in the 12 counties it serves. To commemorate its silver anniversary, the Community Foundation will host a “Friends of […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County for Oct. 24-28, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Tommi L. Fanning of Quincy sold a residence at 115 E. Clinton in Griggsville to Natalie […]

More than $1.5 million in scholarships awarded to Blessing-Rieman students

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QUINCY — Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, in cooperation with the Blessing Foundation, has awarded $1.6 million in scholarships and grants to Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences students for the 2022-23 academic year. Fifty-two students received money from 44 endowed scholarships, one additional scholarship and one general financial aid fund. Seven […]

Salvation Army to serve free community Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 24

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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy will serve a free community Thanksgiving dinner onfrom 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24. Delivery will be available to shut-ins. The meal will consist of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. Attendees will need to make a reservation with The Salvation Army for either […]

State Street Theater, Calftown Café announce show schedule, specials for holiday season

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QUINCY — State Street Theater and Calftown Café have announced their holiday calendars and updated plans for the winter season. In a press release, Brian Stitt, manager of the State Street Theater and Calftown Cafe said, “We are excited to be in a position to offer a full-service destination for the holidays, with casual, delicious […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County for Oct. 24-28, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Aaron L. Smith of Quincy sold a residence at 1470 Hampshire in Quincy to Shanzelle A. […]

Kroc Center to offer free admission to veterans on Veterans Day

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QUINCY — In honoring tri-state veterans, the Kroc Center is offering free admission to all veterans on Friday, Nov. 11. Veterans can present their military/veteran identification to receive free entry and enjoy the Kroc Center’s many offerings, including the facility’s weightlifting and cardio areas, as well as the aquatic center. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, […]

City Hall to be closed Friday in observance of Veterans Day

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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day and will reopen Monday, Nov. 14, for regular business hours. Central Services also will be closed Friday, Nov. 11. Garbage, recycling and yard waste pickup will still occur on Friday, Nov. 11. Quincy Transit Lines will operate on […]

Quincy chapter of ABWA celebrates 60th anniversary

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QUINCY — The Quincy charter chapter of the American Business Women’s Association celebrated its 60th anniversary at its regular meeting at The Atrium on Nov. 3. The Quincy charter chapter was chartered on Nov. 4, 1962. Attendees enjoyed a slideshow of events during the past 60 years as well as picture albums and news clippings […]

Salvation Army to ring in Christmas season with first days of kettles and bells on Friday, Saturday

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QUINCY — Red kettles and bells will soon return as The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command begins its first days of fundraising for the 2022 Christmas campaign in Quincy on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11-12. Kettles will resume full-time for the season on Nov. 18 in Quincy and Nov. 19 for Hannibal, continuing through Dec. […]

HLGU names Albee as interim vice president for academic administration

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University President Robert Matz recently announced the appointment of Julie Albee as the school’s interim vice president of academic administration. Albee started in her new role on Nov. 1. Albee recently celebrated her 19th year of service to Hannibal-LaGrange. She has served as chair of the division of education chair, director […]

‘Finding God at the City Dump: The George LeMaster Story’ tells story of Wayland man

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LEWIS COUNTY, Mo. — “Finding God at the City Dump: The George LeMaster Story” from Christian Faith Publishing by author Dan Steinbeck is the true story of one man’s unexpected intervention that would change a life’s course forever. “Finding God at the City Dump” tells LeMaster’s story of: Growing up in tiny Wayland in Clark […]

Illinois State Police announces roadside safety check results in Adams County

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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illinois State Police District 20 Commander Capt. Jody Huffman recently released the results of a roadside safety check in Adams County from late night Wednesday, Oct. 26, to early morning Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. The check was conducted at intersection of 30th and State in Quincy by District 20 officers. Violations Enforcement […]

Utility assistance funding for 12 Missouri counties available from NECAC

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BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — The North East Community Action Corporation is taking applications for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12 Missouri counties. In a press release, NECAC’s Angela Kattenbraker said, “Apply if you think you’ll need assistance. The cost of utilities is going up. We can […]

Astronomy Night set for Saturday at Hannibal’s Riverview Park

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The sky at Riverview Park should provide the perfect background for the wonders of the night sky during Astronomy Night on Saturday, Nov. 12. The viewing and learning experience will begin at 7 p.m. in Riverview Park, in the big grassy area between the four-way stop and the first overlook, often known […]

54th annual Holiday Gift Show kicks off holiday season Nov. 19-20 at Oakley-Lindsay Center

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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League will hold its 54th annual Holiday Gift Show from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. This year’s Holiday Gift Show will have more than 75 booths and vendors offering a variety of gifts. Items available include ornaments, […]

Riedel Foundation awards $10,000 matching grant to Mark Twain Boyhood Home

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation will provide a match of up to $10,000 for an upcoming fundraiser for the Mark Twain Boyhood Home Foundation in Hannibal. The proceeds will be used to replace audio and video equipment at the Mark Twain Museum and Gallery. In a press release, Mark Twain Boyhood Home Foundation CEO […]

Contract for resurfacing work awarded for Missouri Route 156

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded resurfacing, pavement improvement and seal coat contracts for the Northeast District during its regular meeting on Nov. 2. A $6 million contract was awarded to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC., to resurface 52.5 miles of Missouri Route 156 in Macon, Knox and Lewis counties from […]

Dot Foods receives certification as Great Place to Work for second consecutive year

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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., North America’s largest food industry redistributor, recently earned certification as a Great Place To Work for the second consecutive year. In a press release, Dot Foods CEO Joe Tracy said, “We highly value employee feedback and conduct annual surveys, aligning with Dot’s culture of continuous improvement. For the […]

Melrose Chapel UMC annual fall craft show to be held Saturday

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QUINCY — Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church, 3600 Payson Road, will hold its annual fall craft show from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Admission is one canned food item for local food pantries. The craft show, which has been held for more than 35 years, will offer local vendors exhibiting their craft items, a […]

Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries to have Second Tuesday programming on Nov. 8

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QUINCY — The Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries will hold its Second Tuesday of the Month program for November from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. The monthly programs include crafts, speakers and fellowship. November’s craft will be to make a snowman cocoa jar with Iris Schultz. No Second Tuesday events are scheduled for […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County from Oct. 17-21, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  Church of The Nazarene in Pittsfield sold a residence at 403 Sycamore in Pittsfield to Chad […]

Historic downtown Hannibal to be host of PumpkinPalooza this weekend

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Historic Hannibal Marketing Council will be the host of a new event, PumpkinPalooza, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 4-6, in downtown Hannibal. Twenty-five businesses, primarily in the downtown area, are participating in the event. With the purchase of a Pumpkin Passport, attendees may redeem passport tickets for select items at […]

City of Quincy offering fall tree planting program

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QUINCY — Quincy residents and/or business owners can sign up for the city’s annual fall tree planting program. Participants may buy one tree that will be planted on the public right of way (land between the sidewalk and the street) adjacent to their property. Planning Director Chuck Bevelheimer said city crews have removed more than […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County from Oct. 17-21, 2022

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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents.  The Jack E. Bunte Revocable Trust of Quincy sold a residence at 3625 Bonansinga Drive in […]

Family medicine provider joins Blessing Health

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QUINCY — Dr. Surya Polavarapu has joined the Blessing Health Family Medicine department in Quincy. Known as Dr. Surya to her patients, she completed residency at SIU Center for Family Medicine in Quincy after earning her medical degree at GSL Medical College, one of the premier private medical institutions in India. Dr. Surya calls it […]

Hannibal Police Department launches surveillance camera registration

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Police Department has launched a surveillance camera registration program to assist in locating footage for investigators. The system allows citizens and businesses to register their cameras with the Hannibal Police Department and provide contact information and details regarding their cameras. This information will aid officers as they conduct investigations, allowing […]

Applications available for food boxes for the Christmas season

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots campaign is partnering with people and community organizations to bring joy to low-income children in Lewis, Marion, Pike, Shelby, Monroe and Ralls counties in northeast Missouri.     This year’s local partner for Toys for Tots is RSVP at Douglass Community Services. Toys for Tots also is […]

Tanner to receive first Distinguished Alumni award Friday night during Night to Dream Big Gala

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QUINCY – Ryan Jude Tanner will receive the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award during the Night to Dream Big Gala on Friday, Nov. 4 at the Ambiance. The Night to Dream Big Gala is the largest fundraising event in the Quincy Public Schools Foundation’s annual campaign, which was launched Sept. 14 and runs through Jan. 13. […]

Birth to Five Illinois designed to address early childhood gaps in Fulton, Hancock, McDonough and Schuyler counties

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The state of Illinois has partnered with the Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies to build an equity-driven statewide regional early childhood system called Birth to Five Illinois that will amplify family, provider and community voices in the state policy-making process and give local and state leaders a more accurate understanding of […]

United Way of Adams County announces implementation of Community Needs Plan

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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County, Blessing Health System and the Adams County Health Department completed a community needs assessment in late 2021. This assessment, along with a facilitated compression planning session, was used to develop a three-year community needs plan. “This assessment is intended to inform a plan to address the concerns, […]

Former Quincy High School principal to receive Dream Big Award during Friday night gala

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QUINCY – Longtime Quincy High School principal Dick Heitholt will be posthumously recognized as the recipient of the 2022 Dream Big Award during the Night to Dream Big Gala on Friday, Nov. 4 at the Ambiance. The Night to Dream Big Gala is the largest fundraising event in the Quincy Public Schools Foundation’s annual campaign, […]

Rotary Club of Quincy to hold second annual ‘Bourbon and Popcorn’ event Saturday

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QUINCY — The Rotary Club of Quincy will be the host of the second “Bourbon and Popcorn” event Saturday, Nov. 5 at Quincy Boat Club. Doors open at 6 p.m., and tastings beginning at 6:30 p.m..  Tickets are $50 each and include six tastings, popcorn, a raffle ticket and a souvenir glass to #endpolionow. All […]

Guide Dogs of America fundraiser dance set for Saturday at Machinist Lodge

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QUINCY — Machinists Lodge 822’s annual fundraiser for Guide Dogs of America is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5 at the lodge, 2929 N. Fifth. This event is open to all age groups. It will include a silent auction, raffles, prizes and food. Music will be provided by Smudge from 8 p.m.-midnight. Tickets are […]

Action Brown County recognized for revitalization efforts at Illinois Main Street conference

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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The office of Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and Joi Cuartero Austin, senior program officer for economic vitality at Main Street America, gave out 14 awards — 10 recognitions for program efforts, two for outstanding volunteers and one each for board member and volunteer of the year — on Oct. 19. Awards […]

‘Celebration of Success’ casts spotlight on positives connected with Unit 4 schools

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MENDON, Ill. — The Unit 4 Foundation is one of those behind-the-scenes groups that bolsters a community school system by strengthening the programs and educational resources available to its students. The foundation steps out in the open once every two years with its “Celebration of Success” that honors the accomplishments of those connected with the […]

Quincy Police Department awarded Illinois Department of Transportation traffic enforcement grant

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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently was awarded a Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program grant to conduct additional traffic safety efforts. The program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries by reducing traffic crashes. In a press release, Det. Gabe Vanderbol said, “We’re pleased to receive this grant to […]

Chaddock receives cash donation, teddy bears from Ameren Cares

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QUINCY — Chaddock recently received a special delivery of 50 teddy bears along with a $2,000 contribution from Ameren Illinois. “We are so grateful for Ameren’s gift for our children in foster care,” Jeff VanCamp, executive director of Chaddock Children’s Foundation, said in a press release. “It’s easy sometimes to overlook them: their sense of […]

Vote at Central Park or online for your favorite pumpkin Saturday in Hannibal

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation will hold a pumpkin-decorating contest and exhibit from 9:30-11 a.m. Saturday in conjunction with the last day of Central Park Farmers Market. The competition will take place in Central Park. Winners will be announced at 11:30 a.m. There will be adult and children divisions in the following categories […]