Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — SAT and ACT scores are a big deal, and high school students and their families invest significant time and money into preparing for these college admissions tests. Scammers know this, and BBB has received reports of scammers taking advantage of students by tricking their families into paying for bogus SAT and ACT prep…
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QUINCY — Becky Albert, coordinator of the Teresa Adams House, retired Friday, March 29 after a 10-year career. Among Becky’s accomplishments was being part of the team that made the Teresa Adams House a reality. The Teresa Adams House offers discounted daytime and overnight accommodations for patients and their families seeking healthcare in the Quincy…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold a flag raising ceremony at noon on Friday, April 5, on the Fifth Street side of the Adams County Courthouse, 521 Vermont, in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. The ceremony will honor child victims who have been abused, neglected or have…
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Helen Gutting, 69, of Bardolph for Fail to Yield Private Drive.Robin Farmer, 60, of Quincy for Stop-Sign.Bryan A. Boden, 43, 1104 N. 10th for Improper Lane usage and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 4th & Lind. 120Vincent C. Davis, 46, 2328 Quincy Ave. for FTA Fighting, FTA Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Driving While License Suspended and Operating…
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QUINCY — St. James Lutheran School is offering two opportunities to learn about enrollment for PreK ages 3-4 and kindergarten for the 2024-25 academic year. Open houses will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, or at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22. Registration is requested. Contact the school office at 217-222-8267 to…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command has announced tickets for its fundraiser, “Unmasking the Singer,” are officially on sale. This unique event promises an evening of entertainment, philanthropy and community spirit, all in support of The Salvation Army’s mission to provide vital shelter services for the homeless in Quincy and Hannibal, Mo. “Unmasking…
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QUINCY — Organizers are anticipating what could be a record field for the 20th annual running of the Quincy Derby. Registration opened recently for the June 14-15 event, sponsored by the Quincy Optimist Club and formerly known as the Quincy Soap Box Derby. Longtime director Ray Wilson says there is “an excellent chance” of topping…
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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. Michael McColez and Phillip A. McColez of Quincy, and Kenneth W. McColez of Schertz, Texas sold…
Read Full Article Buddy Baker, 46, of Coatsburg for Possession of Stolen Property. 107Brayden Longcor, 19, of Quincy for Improper Backing and Failure to Report an Accident. 101Vincius I. Idalgo, 20, 4609 State for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. 176Gerald Seiz reported that a television was stolen from his residence. 134Latricia Bobo reported a shed in her yard had…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy men safely escaped a vehicle after it crashed Wednesday night and was submerged in water along Knapheide Road. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department repoted a 2011 Toyota Camry driven by Tanner D.L. Bowen, 21, of Quincy was heading east on Knapheide Road, just west of Lyter Road. Bowen lost control of the…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County recently announced that Quincy native Kate Kimber has been named director of development and communications. Kimber has been working in St. Louis, Mo., for the past five years. In a press release, Kimber said, “I have had the privilege of working with individuals from all walks of life,…
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QUINCY — “The American Dream” is a quintessential phrase that speaks to the essence of coming to the United States. For many, it explains their journey from impoverishment to financial security. The meaning for Da Sorm and Dany Heng, co-owners of Yummy Donut Palace at 312 N. 30th, and many of their employees is simple:…
Read Full Article Larry Schappat, 64, of Quincy for Fighting, 126Tina Rosenstengle, 46, of Quincy for Fighting. 126Ashley M. Courtois, 31, of 212 Chestnut for FTA-Obstructing ID and FTA-DWLR at 5th and Elm. Lodged 108Ray Gallaher, 63, of Quincy for Failure to Yield Left Turn. 110Thomas McNeil, 70, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage. 178Tonai Woodson, 26, of…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department will hold an informational beat meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, at the QPD sub-post by Zales in the Quincy Town Center. The purpose of this town hall meeting is to address questions and concerns in Beat 2, which includes residents and businesses north of Broadway and east of 18th…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall and Central Services will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. City Hall will reopen Monday, April 1, for regular business hours. There will be garbage pick-up and yard waste recycling on Friday. Quincy Transit lines will operate on its normal schedule.
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QUINCY — NutritionHQ’s Ladies’ Night is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at The Kroc Center. This free event is dedicated to nourishing the mind, body and soul. Whether an attendee is a fitness enthusiast, health-conscious person or just looking to explore a healthier lifestyle, NutritionHQ hopes to provide women with…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man is expected to be sentenced to probation after agreeing to accept a plea. Giorgio Raad, 19, appeared Tuesday morning with attorney Drew Schnack in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Tad Brenner. Raad was arrested and charged in November with one count of grooming, a Class 4 felony, and one count of…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man facing up to 67 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections has waived his right to a jury trial after agreeing to a plea. William Dees, 33, appeared Tuesday morning with attorney Drew Schnack in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Tad Brenner. Dees’ case was set to be on…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company and Quincy Medical Group, along with The District, have coordinated a clean-up event for 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20. Efforts will begin in Parking Lot I, where gloves and trash bags will be distributed. Volunteers will then head to designated areas in the heart of the downtown to pick up…
Read Full Article Kalab M. Capps, 34, of 2000 Madison for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and No Valid Registration at 12th and Seminary Rd. NTA 110Barnell J. Trass, 42, of 518 Lind for Shoplifting at 5211 Broadway. NTA 101Benjamin A. Mowen, 37, of Hannibal, Mo., for FTA – Trespassing and a Pike Co. (IL) warrant. Lodged 161Ryan M.…
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QUINCY — Country music performers Priscilla Block and Lonestar are the headliners for the Gem City Concert Series set for May 25-26 in Lincoln Park on the riverfront. The May 25 event offers a “new” country lineup. Block gives her rabid fan base unmitigated honesty in songs like “Thick Thighs,” “PMS” and “Just About Over…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association recently recognized two proteges and one Woman of the Year. This year’s protégé recipients are Caitlin Foss and Jessica Speckhart. The protégé is new to the organization and is actively engaged with local chapter. Foss joined the chapter in June 2023. She stepped…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center invites area community members to attend its Easter weekend events. All events are free and open to the public and will be at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. The Easter weekend begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 29, with a poignant United…
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QUINCY — The December 2023 nursing graduates of Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences posted a 100 percent passage rate on the National Council of Licensure Examination (NCLEX). All 12 graduates passed the examination on their first attempt. The 2023 pass rate for all first-time, U.S. educated students taking the NCLEX-RN exam is 87.62…
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QUINCY — The Finance Committee sent two issues about what could be Quincy’s first roundabout to the full City Council to be debated next week. However, the debate got underway in earnest near the conclusion of Monday night’s City Council meeting. The city has been asked to commit $2.6 million to the roundabout project at…
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