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QUINCY — A Mount Sterling man was sentenced Monday to 17 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after entering into a negotiated plea. Michael A. Taylor, 49, of Mount Sterling pled guilty to two counts of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, a Class X felony, during a sentencing hearing before Circuit Judge Holly…
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QUINCY — Baby goats, yoga and vendors will be the attractions at an event to be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 3609 N. Marx Dr. Vendors participating include Luxe Health and Wellness offering on-site Botox and filler and skincare specials; Foreverwear…
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QUINCY — Bella Ease recently announced it has been awarded the 21st Century Grant through the Illinois State Board of Education for the next three years. It will provide additional academic support for 6th-12th grade students in Quincy public and parochial schools. This new program will be called mPower. Bella Ease will have an open learning site…
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QUINCY — As Jerod Welker laid on the ground in South Park while being mauled by three pit bulls on March 17, 2024, he had one thought. “This is going to be how I die,” he said. “Unless someone somehow sees me and gets to me out here, I’m going to get killed by the…
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Samantha P. Mason, 35, of Quincy for DWLS at 6th and State. NTA 140Bradley A. Hollis, 23, of Niota for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 4th and Cedar. NTA 122Kaleb B. Willing, 21, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 24th and State. NTA 104Johnathan W. Deters, 26, of…
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QUINCY — Warmer weather means everyone is getting out more, including salespeople. Now through September is prime time for door-to-door sales, so it’s a good time to form a plan for how you will respond if someone knocks on your door. Plenty of reputable companies use door-to-door sales, including industries like telecommunications, energy, security and…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Matt Hocking and Kyleigh Irvin of Plainville at 1:37 p.m. April 15, 2025.A girl was born to Cody Ferrell and Faith Erke of New Canton at 1:27 a.m. April 16, 2025.A boy was born to Sierra Plank of Palmyra, Mo., at 10:37 p.m. April 17, 2025.A boy was…
Read Full Article Verna J. Jones, 68, of Plainville for Disobey Stop Sign at 18th and State. NTA 128Tessa C. Neese, 37, of Versailles for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 140Katie J. Bakke, 44, of Quincy for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 36th and Broadway. NTA 130Javier J. Rodriguez, 18, of Quincy for Reckless Driving at 837…
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MAYWOOD, Mo. — The Lewis County Sheriff’s Department formally arrested a Quincy, Ill., man on April 23 in relation to an incident that began in Maywood on Nov. 30, 2024. At approximately 3:49 a.m. on Nov. 30, 2024, a resident of Maywood caught several people attempting to steal things from a vehicle parked in the…
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QUINCY — Chaddock has been featured by Open Minds, a Pennsylvania-based leading national resource for executives in the health and human services field. The article, “The Family Coach,” highlights Chaddock’s Developmental Trauma and Attachment Program (DTAPÒ) and the impact it has on children and families. The feature showcases Chaddock’s approach to trauma-informed, attachment-focused coaching, emphasizing…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was given pretrial release on Friday afternoon after he was arrested Thursday and charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, a Class 2 felony punishable for between three and seven years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Jason A. Priest, 54, made his first appearance in Adams…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was sentenced to seven years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to a charge of unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon. Donte M. Clausell, 36, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court Friday afternoon with Chief Public Defender Jonathan Hoover before Circuit Judge Holly Henze. Clausell…
Read Full Article Nicholas K. Meyers, 33, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 112/147Ashten E. Dietrich, 30, of Quincy for FTA OV Trespassing X 2 at 100 Broadway St. Lodged 120Charles M. Dawson Jr., 72, of Meredosia for Failure to Yield Private Drive at N. 33rd St. to N. 36th St. on…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy recently announced this year’s finalist for the Joe Bonansinga Community Service Award, annually given to a person who exemplifies the highest standards of community service. This year’s finalists are Jack Freiburg, Rev. Orville Jones and Jim Mentesti. The winner will be announced…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is hosting the annual Baccalaureate-Senior Retrospective through May 17, with a gallery reception from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27. This exhibit is free and open to the public. The QU Senior Art Retrospective features a comprehensive showing of works in a variety of…
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QUINCY — Arts Quincy announced its selections Thursday for the royal court of Dogwood Festival weekend. The four winners were: Serving as royal court escorts will be: Joining the royal court and walking in the parade are: The crowned winners will ride in the Dogwood Parade on Saturday, May 3, in vehicles provided by Gem City Ford. The royal court will walk in…
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QUINCY — The Adams County CEO Class of 2025 will hold its end-of-the-year Trade Show from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, at the Atrium Hotel on Third at 201 S. Third. The open house-style event is free and open to the public. CEO students will be showcasing their personal businesses each started…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department responded to a fire on the city’s south side early Friday morning. MRN’s Aspen Gengenbacher was on the scene and reported the fire at 311 S. 14th started just before 4 a.m. Five QFD engines responded to the call. No one was injured. Officials say a woman in her…
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QUINCY — A historical plaque was unveiled Thursday morning at the former Lincoln School building on the corner of 10th and Spring in an event coordinated by Blessing Health System in collaboration with the Adams County Bicentennial Commission. Lincoln was Quincy’s only school dedicated to Black students, and the building was later sold to Blessing…
Read Full Article Jerrontay Dawson, 21, of Quincy for Interfering and Fleeing on foot. 113Alfonso E. Jackson, 46, of Quincy for Possession of Meth and FTA Trespassing. Lodged 108William R. Carter, 28, of Quincy for FTA Possession of Meth. Lodged 135Grace Franco Meza, 20, of Quincy for Wrong Way On One Way and No Valid Driver’s License. 144
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Program will host the fifth annual QU Honor Jazz Band Festival on Friday, April 25, at the Connie Niemann Center for Music at 17th and Seminary Road. Area high school musicians were selected through a competitive process to participate in the event. Participating students will perform in a jazz…
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QUINCY — The buzzword on Thursday at the annual spring Kohl Wholesale Spring Food Show was “interaction.” “I really enjoy the interaction and getting to know the needs of our customers,” said Jeff Lindsay, regional sales director for the Alpha Bakery Company in Waukee, Iowa. “That is always important.” The Kohl food shows, which have gained…
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QUINCY – The former Steak n Shake location at 3819 Broadway is being transformed into another burger and ice cream franchise. A spokesperson confirmed to Muddy River News Thursday that Freddy’s, a fast food restaurant that specializes in frozen custard and steakburgers, will open at that location in mid-August. Steak n Shake closed in Quincy…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospital recently earned accreditation from the Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) for the hospital’s specialty pharmacy. URAC promotes health care quality by setting standards for clinical practice, consumer protections, performance measurement, operations infrastructure and risk management in collaboration with an array of stakeholders and industry experts. Blessing opened its specialty pharmacy inside…
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QUINCY — New classes are coming to Quincy High School and the Early Childhood and Family Center and the amended school schedule was passed. At Wednesday’s Quincy School Board meeting, the board agreed unanimously to adopt new courses for both Quincy High School and Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center. At QHS, there will be an…
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