Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — Land management can feel overwhelming, especially when landowners aren’t sure where to begin. With so many topics to consider, it’s easy to feel stuck. The Your Land, Your Legacy workshop series is designed to break down complex topics into manageable, practical steps. This series helps landowners build confidence and skills to care for…
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QUINCY — The Muddy River Opera Company recently announced “Veni Vidi Verdi,” a summer concert celebrating the genius of Giuseppe Verdi, one of opera’s most beloved composers, will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium of John Wood Community College. With featured soloists drawn from regional and national…
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QUINCY — The City of Quincy’s electrical aggregation consultant told the City Council Monday night that current utility costs with Ameren remain lower than long-term contracts from other suppliers, despite recent reports of upcoming Ameren rate hikes. Reg Ankrom, president of SIMEC, called the market “unfavorable”, noting that the best rate currently is 12.18 cents…
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Alexis H. White, 37, of Quincy for Child Restraint. NTA 104Ryan K. Pickens, 43, of Quincy for No Valid Registration and Operate Uninsured. NTA 10Audreanna Stark, 36, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 173
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department invites the community to an upcoming beat meeting and recruitment opportunity at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24 in the Hall of Fame Room at Quincy University, 20th and Oak. Those attending should enter using the door facing east. All community members are welcome, but the meeting will focus…
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QUINCY — The Valley of Quincy, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, in conjunction with the Grand Lodge of Illinois of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, has awarded 36 new and renewal scholarships to local college students, totaling over $77,600. Statewide, more than 461 scholarships were awarded, totaling more than $972,600. The new scholarship awardees…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 804 S. 8th Sundayevening that resulted in extensive fire and smoke damage to both structures. Engine Companies #5, #2, #4, and Incident Command responded on the initial general alarm for two structures on fire. Responding crews observed heavy smoke in the direction…
Read Full Article Benjamin A. Mowen, 38, of Quincy for Burglary, Resisting a Peace Officer and Retail Theft (New Charge). Lodged 101Anthony D. Carroll, 19, of Quincy for Peace Disturbance at 6th/Elm. NTA 161Gregory T. Stark, 62, of Quincy for Adams County FTA Operating Motor Vehicle with Suspended Registration. Lodged 173Shelby Lyn D. Bowman, 32, of Taylor, Mo.,…
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QUINCY — Swimming season has officially kicked off, and with temperatures finally heating up a bit, a dip in the pool sounds extra refreshing. If you’re considering adding a backyard pool to your list of summer projects, research contractors carefully before taking the plunge. Investing in a pool is a big decision, but with proper…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently announced it issued 51 citations during the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” enforcement period. “Through the Memorial Day enforcement campaign, we helped make Illinois roads safer and spread the word that seat belts save lives,” Sgt. Ryan Witt said in a press release. During the enforcement period,…
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QUINCY — Miss Quincy Matti McCartney and Miss Quincy’s Teen Molly Gerard will represent Quincy at the Miss Illinois and Miss Illinois’ Teen competitions on June 24-28 in Marion. Delegates from across the state will compete in five phases of competition: private interview, talent, health and fitness, evening gown and on-stage question. McCartney, 21, is…
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QUINCY — Heinze Dance Academy broke ground on Saturday, June 21, on a new state-of-the-art dance studio complex, built by Scott and Cindy Phillips, at 1411 S. 14th in Quincy. Heinze Dance Academy, owned and operated by Beth Heinze, will start its 33rd dance season in the fall. Both Beth Heinze and Brenna Phillips are instructors at…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Todd Borgotadt and Chassidy Schroder of LaGrange, Mo., at 1:20 p.m. June 13, 2025.Twin girls were born to Demetrus Trass and Christina Petre of Quincy at 1:59 p.m. and 2:11 p.m. June 13, 2025.A girl was born to Clayton and Bethany Robertson of Quincy at 4:39 a.m. June…
Read Full Article Michael A. Coronado, 25, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 130Dorothy M. Amburn, 19, of Quincy for Fighting at 2225 N. 12th St. NTA 184/162Stacey M. Cleesen, 50, of Quincy for Fighting at 2225 N. 12th St. NTA 184/162Andrew Jacobson, 39, of Quincy for Fayette County FTA Criminal Trespass to Building at 1400 Harrison. Lodged…
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QUINCY — The Quincy community is invited to join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by participating in Paint Quincy Purple on Saturday, June 28, in recognition of Brain Awareness Month. Community members are encouraged to wear purple to support those affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Several local businesses will be participating by…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County celebrated its biggest Day of Caring to date on Friday, June 6, with local businesses and service organizations coming together to complete 23 community service projects across Adams County. This remarkable day of volunteerism was powered by 18 local businesses and two service organizations, representing a record level…
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QUINCY — Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club and The Salvation Army have again partnered to offer the Ken Bigelow Kid’s Day at Camp Saukenauk for an afternoon of summer fun. The kids’ day will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 26, for ages 5-12. A refundable $5 deposit is due at the time…
Read Full Article Keegan D. Peters, of Quincy for FTA Speeding and Improper Lane Usage at 6th St. and Maine St. Lodged 124Sidney C. Uzelac, 30, of Quincy for Failure to Yield at N. 36th St. and Broadway St. 140Amanda Smith, 40, of Pleasant Hill for Improper Turn at 4th and Oak. 181Kody Gronewold, 24, of Quincy for…
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QUINCY — Five playwrights, four local directors, and 17 community performers are bringing new stories to life as rehearsals kick off for this year’s Quincy Community Theatre Playwriting Festival at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 28, on the QCT main stage. Presented in partnership with the Midsummer Arts Faire, this one-night-only event promises an evening of…
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QUINCY — Friends of the Trails will host its annual fundraising bicycle ride on Saturday, July 12. The Terry Anastas Tour de Quincy will take place throughout the city of Quincy, starting at The Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Drive. The Tour de Quincy is a family friendly fundraising recreational bike ride, named in honor of the…
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QUINCY — Friends of the Drum and Bugle Corps, led by Dennis Koch and in partnership with Arts Quincy, will dedicate a new public art installation at the Illinois Veterans Home that honors the men and women who participated in the musical tradition of drum and bugle corps at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 21 in…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College has named 295 students to the President’s List for the 2025 spring term. The list recognizes the highest achieving students for each major term. To be named to the President’s List, a full-time student must be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours and must earn a perfect grade…
Read Full Article Nolan D. Carter, 25, of Quincy for Disobey Stop Sign at N. 18th St. and Oak St. 184Gabriel D. Perry, 18, of Quincy for Failure to Yield at S. 30th St. and State St. 104Nicholas L. Trenter, 40, of Quincy for Obstructing Justice, Possession of Methamphetamine and Resisting. 112/255Micaha J. Hess, 38, of Quincy for…
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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 Congregational Church of Payson sold a residence at 102 N. Park in Payson to Joel…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — As part of the Adams County Bicentennial celebrations, residents and visitors are invited to participate in historic schoolhouse tours across the county, offering a rare glimpse into the one-room schoolhouses that once were the cornerstone of education in the region. Each tour is free to attend, for ages 14 and older.…
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