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QUINCY — The deadline for registration for the Quincy Derby is June 7. Now in its 21st year, the event formerly known as the Soap Box Derby is scheduled to roll June 13-14 on the 18th Street hill near the Ted Awerkamp Bridge and Bob Mays Park. “As it stands now, we’re expecting racers representing at least four…
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And if you wondered if the closure of the Mark Twain Memorial Bridge in Hannibal would have any impact on Quincy’s traffic… Video courtesy of Vervocity.
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army recently dedicated Mary’s Garden, a new outdoor space created in tribute to Mary Oakley, whose steadfast leadership and service for 40 years made an impact on the organization and the community. A public dedication ceremony was held on May 23. Located just outside the front entrance of the Kroc Center at 405 Vermont,…
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David Ray, 27, of Quincy for FTA Stealing. LodgedJoanna Burton, 41, of Quincy for Credit Card Fraud. LodgedJennifer Quenon, 30, of Quincy for Illegal Dumping.Lee D. Caldwell of Quincy for FTA Agg battery. NTA 120Dennis Amsler, 59, of Liberty for Following too Closely.Shane Harrison, 50, of Quincy for Reg Expired, Suspended Reg, and Uninsured Vehicle.Aive…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre is cranking up the volume on July 10-13 and July 17-20 with “Jersey Boys,” the electrifying Tony Award-winning musical that tells the real-life story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. From the gritty streets of New Jersey to the bright lights of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame,…
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QUINCY — Bella Ease, 707 Broadway, will hold a summer kickoff from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, featuring food, art, music, face painting, games and the opportunity to learn how Bella Ease is partnering with various Quincy organizations. People attending can sign up their children in grades 4-12 for a variety of…
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QUINCY — The LWV of Adams County will hear from Carrie Bross and Adrienne Abright during its Tuesday, June 3, meeting at 6 p.m. at the Quincy Public Library. Bross and Abright are the founders of Voices for Choice, which works to maintain, protect and ensure human rights for bodily autonomy. The group is primarily…
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QUINCY— The north approach on 18th Street to the intersection at State Street will be closed Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 13. South 18th Street directly north of State Street will be closed to allow construction crews to replace sidewalks, storm sewers and the fire hydrant at the intersection. Traffic Flow Business Access TCBY,…
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QUINCY — The Plan Commission voted during its Wednesday meeting to recommend not supporting a commercial solar energy Facility at 3622 Ellington Road. Dozens of interested citizens attended the meeting, both in favor and against the solar project. Fourteen people spoke during open comment, armed with petitions and arguments. The majority of speakers were against…
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QUINCY — Fishing for Freedom Quincy, a program which pairs boaters with veterans (called warriors) for a weekend of fishing, will celebrate its 15th anniversary this weekend. “When we first got started, it was right after the vets started coming back home from Desert Storm and Desert Shield. We knew one of the things they…
Read Full Article Linda Forbes, 50, of Quincy for Theft under $500.Dustin R. Jenkins, 42, of Liberty for Speeding at N. 36th St and Locust St. 111Aaliyah R. French, 18, of Bowen for Improper Left Turn at 24th St. and Maine St. 111Jerad J. Hynek, 44, of Quincy for Fail to Notify Damage Unattended Vehicle. 144Melissa F. Slee,…
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QUINCY — The improper disposal of smoking materials was determined by investigators with the Quincy Fire Department as the cause of a Monday afternoon fire. The Quincy Fire Department responded at 12:20 p.m. on Monday, May 26, to a report of a possible structure fire in a two-story building with a basement at 420 S.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A car sustained damage to the rear bumper and trunk area during a structure fire in a two-car detached cinder block garage on Tuesday night. The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched at 11:41 p.m. to a general alarm fire at 816 N. 24th. The first crew arrived on the scene in three minutes…
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Consent agendas, road work and committee assignments on this week’s edition of Minutes with the Mayor.
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QUINCY — Quincy teens will soon have the opportunity to experience philanthropy first-hand through a new program offered by the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri and supported by the Tracy Family Foundation. Through Teens Active in Grantmaking (TAG), high school students will learn about their community, the issues that impact their…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s JDub Academy is back this summer with an exciting lineup of hands-on, educational courses for students in grades K-12. The program offers opportunities for kids to explore interests, build skills and discover future career pathways — all in a fun, engaging environment with more than 50 classes to choose…
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QUINCY — At Tuesday evening’s city council meeting, an ordinance changing the order of business of council meetings and adding the Consent Agenda passed with a new amendment. The Consent Agenda will allow multiple items to be voted on at once, allowing items expected to have unanimous yeses to not require separate votes, freeing up…
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QUINCY — Girl Scouts of Central Illinois (GSCI) recently received a $10,000 grant from Compeer Financial’s Fund for Rural America to deliver mental health-focused outreach programming to 350 girls in rural communities throughout Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties. GSCI’s mental health outreach programming ensures that the most vulnerable youths gain access to mental health…
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This handsome 10-month-old mixed breed boy is as goofy as he is gorgeous! With his stunning rust-colored coat and playful personality, Bobby is sure to steal your heart—and maybe a few of your socks too. Bobby is a goofy pup with an even bigger personality. He’s full of energy, always ready for a game of…
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QUINCY — A Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) investigation in November revealed that two physical education teachers at Denman Elementary School frequently taped students’ mouths shut for talking and gave “birthday spankings” that led to students being afraid to let friends and teachers at school know it was their birthday. While the investigation…
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QUINCY — Good Samaritan Home of Quincy celebrated its resident centenarians at its annual “Century Club” event on May 15 and gave them a chance to share some words of wisdom and advice on living a long and happy life. Those recognized were: Some of the highlights of wisdom shared in a press release were:
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QUINCY — Patients seeking expert skin care now have expanded access at Quincy Medical Group (QMG) with the addition of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Austin Maddy. In a press release, Maddy said, “I believe every patient deserves to feel happy, healthy and confident in their skin. I am committed to listening, educating and working closely with…
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QUINCY — The Older Americans Act (OAA), passed by Congress in 1965 under President Lyndon B. Johnson, established several programs and services that have become crucial to the nation’s aging population. Funding for the OAA and other programs vital to older Americans now is being threatened by widespread federal budget cuts that have already been…
Read Full Article James D. Bethel, 36, of Quincy for FTA Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 130Iesha L. Weems, 34, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant FTA Trespassing & Vandalism. Lodged 113Zakkiyya L. Brent, 24, of Quincy for Speeding. NTA 113Sophia A. Weis, 20, of Quincy for Electronic Communications Device. NTA 113Courtney A. Bliven, 30, of Quincy for Speeding.…
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QUINCY — May is National Moving Month and the kickoff point for the busiest moving season of the year. Half of all household moves happen in the summer. Movers are among the top categories of companies searched on BBB.org, and they’re in high demand right now. The stakes are high when movers handle your belongings.…
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