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QUINCY — The Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools (QCES) Foundation recently announced the Chuck and Becky Scholz family has been selected as the recipient of the Friend of Catholic Education Award. Chuck and Becky — along with their sons and spouses, Charles (and his wife Jamie) and Jake (and his wife Becca) — will be honored…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Dakota Hatfield and Amber Jackson of Quincy at 8:47 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A boy was born to Josh German and Hannah Johnson of Quincy at 11:41 a.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A boy was born to Landon Tenhouse and Alexis McGinnis of Quincy at 1:23 p.m. Dec. 12, 2023.A girl…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently announced the establishment of two endowed scholarships honoring Quincy University alumni Kathi Dooley and Dan and Pam (Wozniak) Sherman. The fundraising effort to start these scholarships was spearheaded by George Meyer. In a press release, Meyer said, “Kathi Dooley and Dan Sherman had such a positive influence on so many…
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QUINCY — Knapheide employees dedicated their time, talents and treasures to bring joy to residents of the Illinois Veterans’ Home on Dec. 19. In a press release, Stacy Houghton, customer service representative and veterans tree co-organizer at Knapheide, said, “During Christmas, there is so much that draws our attention, and there are so many opportunities…
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Amy L. Norton, 45, 825 1/2 Jersey St., FTA OV Trespassing, Vandalism, FTA DUI, DWLR, Improper Lane Usage and Unlawful Use of Debit Card at S. 7th St. and Jersey St. Lodged 182Thomas A. Reckers, 69, 1733 S. 29th St., Improper Backing at 1207 Saint Charles Dr. NTA 108Mary A. Kroshinsky, 63, 3806 Ricky Ct.,…
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QUINCY — Chaddock School is actively seeking qualified and passionate special education teachers to join its faculty. To attract top-tier talent, Chaddock is offering an employment package that includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus. In a press release, Cory Powell, director of education, said, “We understand the vital role that special education teachers play in shaping…
Read Full Article Sarah C. Ransom, 37, 1531 Spruce for Improper Lane Usage at 2200 block of Sycamore. 176Marshall L. Murphy Jr., 33, 408 College for Adams Co. warrant for Criminal Damage $500-$10000 at 7th & Ohio. Lodged 161Angela K. Heck, 54, 326 N. 18th for FTA Peace Disturbance at 1736 Spring. Lodged 106Maggie D. Mosby, 22, of…
Read Full Article Madyson C. Jones, 21, of Quincy for Trespassing at 600 Harrison Dr. on 12/19/23. 121Joshua L. Winfield, 43, of Quincy for Resisting Arrest, Agg. Battery to Peace Officer, and Poss of Methamphetamine – Under 5g at 12th & Chestnut St. Lodged. 112Joshua L. Winfield, 43, of Quincy for FTA – Obstruction of Identification at 12th…
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QUINCY — More than $400,000 recently was granted to 60 local nonprofit organizations that benefit from an endowment fund at the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri. These year-end grants bring the Community Foundation’s grantmaking total to more than $4 million in 2023. The grants were awarded from designated funds, which support…
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QUINCY — Each of them was frustrated they didn’t get a chance to tell their sides of the story. But when they read the 283-page report on the investigation into complaints made against them, former Quincy Police Department Chief Rob Copley, current Chief Adam Yates and Barry Cheyne, chairman of the Board of Fire and…
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QUINCY — A 283-page report on the investigation into complaints made against former Quincy Police Department Chief Rob Copley, current Chief Adam Yates and the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners concludes no wrongdoing was discovered. The report, dated Dec. 15 and compiled by Rick Stewart of the Stewart Law Firm in Springfield, was released…
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QUINCY — The Quincy School Board approved the 2023 tax levy and selling more than $7 million in life safety bonds at Wednesday’s meeting. While the Board approved a rate decrease from $3.96 to $3.88 per $100 in assessed valuation, an anticipated spike in property value now estimated by the county to exceed 8 percent…
Read Full Article Dashawn Walker, 19, Quincy for Interfering. 148Akilah L. Garrard, 20, 3409 N. Brennan for Leaving the Scene and Operating Uninsured Vehicle on N. Brennan Dr. 186Harold W. Reagan, 63, 210 Lind for Improper Lane Usage at 24th & Broadway. 186Edward Brown reported his business was entered and money was stolen. 106Dominique Dade reported the back…
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QUINCY — Tigerhawk Technologies is a locally owned IT company specializing in full-service technical support for small and medium businesses. Approximately 92 percent of jobs in the U.S. require digital literacy, while one-third of working-age Americans possess limited digital skills. One in six are unable to use email, web search or other basic online tools.…
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QUINCY — Vallee Health Repair recently gathered gifts valued at more than $14,900 for The Salvation Army Angel Tree Program. In a press release, Salvation Army Development Director Matt Schmidt expressed his gratitude, saying, “We are blown away by the generosity of Vallee Health Repair and their clients. Even the smallest businesses can make the…
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QUINCY — “Your Land, Your Legacy” is a landowner workshop series on conservation programs and techniques. According to a recent Illinois Extension survey, western Illinois landowners want to learn more about establishing pollinator plots, managing their forests properly for ecological and financial benefit, controlling invasive plants, prescribed burning and restoring streams and ponds through skill-based,…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man facing six felony charges, including attempted murder, pled not guilty to all of them during his arraignment Tuesday morning. Jeremy J. Coleman, 29, appeared with Public Defender Christopher Pratt before Judge Tad Brenner. He was wearing a jail-issued shirt on which he had written “Free Jay Innocent” on the back.…
Read Full Article Isaac D. Schuring, 23, 936 Melodie Ln. North for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid Accident at 36th & Broadway. 142Kelly Potts reported an inflatable Christmas decoration stolen from her yard on 12/8/23. 144Reece E. Thele, 24, 722 Adams St., TOF Domestic Battery at 530 Broadway St. Lodged 161A green Huffy with a brown seat…
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QUINCY — A Wisconsin man wanted in connection to an incident on Friday was arrested Tuesday with the help of a Flock automatic license plate reader camera. Officers with the Quincy Police Department responded at 12:25 a.m. Friday, Dec. 15, to Quincy’s northside for a report of a home invasion and possible sexual assault. A…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation recently distributed grant award notices for 19 applications totaling $72,444.34 in approved funding for use in the Quincy Public School District 172. The funds for this grant cycle will be made available after Jan. 1 and will be for use during the spring semester of the 2023-2024 school…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP) members and leaders gathered near McCormick Place in Chicago to install the new board of directors and present awards. Timothy Ott of the SIU Faculty selected two members for the President’s Awards, including SIU’s Dr. Michael Connolly. The IAFP president of the previous year chooses this…
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QUINCY — The City of Quincy has provided the following schedule for the upcoming holiday season. Christmas and Christmas Eve Schedules Friday Dec. 22 Saturday Dec. 23 Sunday Dec. 24 Monday Dec. 25  Tuesday Dec. 26 Garbage Regular Hours Closed Closed No Pick-Up Picking up Monday and Tuesday routes Central Services Closed Closed…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was arrested Monday in connection to a report of gunfire on Saturday in the 600 block of Washington. Quincy Police responded at 11:05 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 16 to the 600 block of Washington for a report of gunfire and a disturbance. No victims were found, and no injuries were reported. Officers…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming production of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda: The Musical” to kick off the 2024 season. “Matilda: The Musical” will take the stage Feb. 16-18 and Feb. 22-25. Flex season ticket holders may reserve their tickets starting Jan. 11. General tickets go on sale on Jan. 23.…
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QUINCY — The City of Quincy’s Director of Administration Jeff Mays brought up a thick stack of papers as he addressed the Quincy City Council Monday night. The papers contained the results of a year-long investigation into the hiring process that led to Adam Yates becoming Quincy’s police chief. Mays said the report, which Muddy…
Read Full Article Norman C. Hall, 62, of Quincy for Poss of Meth Under 5g at 8th & Kentucky St. 112Thomas A. Lundberg, 46, of Maywood, Mo., for Trespassing and Fighting at 4325 Hampton Ln. on 12/16/23. 178Queenester N. Hall, 21, of Quincy for FTA – Curfew, Trespassing, and Poss of Alcohol by Consumption at 823 N. 12th…
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Plainville man with more than 80,000 pornographic images, videos on cellphone given 12-year sentence
QUINCY — Judge Tad Brenner called Joshua Cress, who had more than 80,000 pornographic images and videos on his cellphone, a “very, very predatory and dangerous individual” when handing down a 12-year sentence to the Illinois Department of Corrections Monday morning. Cress, 43, of Plainville appeared in Adams County Circuit Court on Monday morning with…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Unit was among 39 nursing homes in Illinois that recently received the highest possible rating in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Nursing Homes 2024. More than 15,000 nursing homes across the country were rated based on patient and resident outcomes such as infection rates, staffing levels,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center has put out a call for artists for three upcoming exhibits: the 50th annual High School Art Competition, the seventh annual High School Art Teacher Exhibit, and the 50th Anniversary High School Competition Past Participants’ Showcase. All three of these exhibits will be on display at the Quincy Art…
Read Full Article Brandon L. Ott, 31, of Quincy for Domestic Battery in the 600 Block of Oak St.Benjamin J. Stevenson, 23, of Galesburg for Speeding at 20th & Broadway. 122Jessicca N. Nixon, 28, of Golden for Speeding at 20th & Broadway. 122Tiffany L. Huston, 44, of Warsaw for Speeding at 20th & Broadway. 122Cassandra A. Lawerence, 21,…
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QUINCY — Throughout the holiday season, many people travel to visit friends and loved ones or enjoy a winter vacation. According to Deloitte’s 2023 holiday survey, nearly half of Americans intend to travel for the holidays in 2023, up from last year. Travelers also reported they had fewer concerns about health, finances and flight delays…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its Agribusiness of the Year and Larry Fischer Ag Educator of the Year awards until 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 28, with the winners set to be recognized at the ag banquet scheduled for Tuesday, March 12. Bruce Guthrie, president/CEO of the Quincy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — James O’Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal and O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home of Quincy will match every $20 bill donated to The Salvation Army’s kettles in Hannibal (up to $1,000) and Quincy (up to $1,500) on Wednesday Dec. 20. In a press release, Development Director Matt Schmidt said, “This is a great opportunity…
Read Full Article Harley D. Foster, 30, of Quincy for Trespassing at 101 N. 4th St. 124Dalton R. Shaw, 25, of Carlinville for FTA – DWLS at 20th & Locust St. 130Megan M. Waller, 39, of Quincy for Speeding at Kochs & Oakbrook. 122Aaron J. Taylor, 23, of Quincy for No Seat Belt at 27th & Broadway. 122…
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QUINCY — The December meeting of the Gem City Rock Club will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, in the old bookstore inside the Quincy Town Center. Visitors are welcome to attend. The program for the evening will be Rocky Bingo. Snacks will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring their own beverage.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to spread the word about the dangers of impaired driving with a “Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI” enforcement campaign. From Dec. 15 through Jan. 2, law enforcement across Illinois will show zero tolerance for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Rotary After Dark is a newly formed group dedicated to service projects in the Quincy area. The group has chosen Iles Elementary School closet program as an ongoing service project. The group will provide needed supplies in provided closets for children in need with a goal of helping all children confident…
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QUINCY — Linda Moore will retire as the city’s treasurer on Dec. 31, and she says her immediate plans are to travel with her 89-year-old mother. “The first place will be Elizabethtown, Pa. I have great nieces who are 7 months old,” Moore said. “We’ve only seen them once, so we’re anxious to go and…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Supreme Court of Illinois Judicial College Board of Trustees has appointed Adams County Assistant Public Defender/Guardian Ad Litem Kent Dean to the Illinois Judicial College Committee on Guardian Ad Litem Education . This statewide committee primarily provides educational opportunities, training and best practices for Illinois judges hearing juvenile protection matters.…
Read Full Article Herbert Lankey, 43, of Quincy for Shoplifting. 122Chance Dargis, 19, of Quincy for FTA Theft X 2. 179Lacey Kistner, 32, of Quincy for Fail to Yield. 179Anfre Cruz, 18, of Lousianna, Mo., for Yield-Left Turn. 122Christin E. Dillion, 51, 527 Locust for Adams Co. warrant Possession of Meth at 629 Spring. Lodged 180Tadarryl D. Washington,…
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COATSBURG, Ill. — A Loraine woman faces multiple charges after her abandoned car was found in northeast Adams County. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department were notified Friday of a vehicle in the ditch on E. 1850th Street, one-tenth of a mile south of N. 2300th Place, approximately four miles north of Coatsburg. They…
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QUINCY — Children can enjoy lunch and a visit with Santa from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday at The Masonic Temple, Fifth and Jersey. Lunch will be served on the lower level of the temple in the dining room. After a lunch of a hot dog, chips, cookies and a drink, children can visit…
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QUINCY — Horizons Social Services is “Raising the Roof” this holiday season through a campaign to raise $110,000 by Christmas. As of the first of December, Horizons has raised $40,000. Horizons Social Services provides a wide range of services from providing hot meals and refuge to fostering opportunities and emotional support. However, a deteriorating roof jeopardizes…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The following items have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any of the property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489, and refer to the ID number when calling. 1st Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Keys w/Hannibal LaGrange Lanyard 11-1-23 25564 20” Huffy Bike 11-3-23 25761 20 Chaos…
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QUINCY — Makenzi Henderson has found a new home one month after leaving WGEM-TV. Henderson has taken a position at WDAY, the ABC affiliate in Fargo, N.D. She will be an anchor and producer of the station’s 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. newscasts. Her first day in Fargo, 3½ hours from her hometown in Minneapolis,…
Read Full Article Brayden M. Oening, 19, 1520 Sycamore for Failure to Yield Right of Way/Intersection at 30th & Kochs. 135Misty J. Haynes, 37, 536 College for Adams Co. warrant for Theft Over $500 at 536 College. Lodged 186Carl R. Bartlett III, 25, 1021 Ohio for Suspended Registration & Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 5th & Broadway. 147Carmen C.…
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QUINCY — Quincy National Cemetery, an official Wreaths Across America location, will be the site of a wreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 16, joining more than 3,700 other locations across the country for National Wreaths Across America Day. The wreath laying procession will begin with the wreath escort leaving at Washington Park at 9 a.m.…
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QUINCY — A gift from a Quincy man is expected to eventually allow Cedar Crest Country Club to fully irrigate its golf course for the first time since it moved to its current location in February 1979. Crews with County Contractors, Inc., began excavation work Monday on property owned by Paul Mast of Quincy just…
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QUINCY — Looking to get a letter to Santa? Stop by 5729 S. 24th between 5 and 9 p.m. through Wednesday, Dec. 20. Elf on the Shelf has dropped off a mailbox from which he collects all the letters each night to deliver to Santa. All letters must be received by Dec. 20 and should…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park Board approved a Fiscal Year 2024 budget during its monthly meeting on Wednesday night that reflects a $3.3 million deficit — but taxpayers shouldn’t be alarmed. In fact, they should be impressed. Before a vote was taken on the budget, Commissioner John Frankenhoff pointed out to the board and to…
Read Full Article Joseph M. Lindsay, 25, of Quincy for Adams Co Warrant – Aggravated Arson at 1005 Broadway St. 124Zakkary R. J. Perry, 32, 320 Sycamore for Adams Co. warrant for Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis at 4th & Jefferson. Lodged 161Briana Foster, 33, 501 Broadway for Possession of Methamphetamine at 5th & Oak. 161Stormy R. Livengood, 25, 133…
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QUINCY — Shelley Barkley is the new vice president for academic and student affairs at John Wood Community College. Her position combines the areas of instruction and student services as part of a new, streamlined approach for JWCC. In a press release, JWCC president Dr. Bryan Renfro said, “Combining instruction and student services into one service…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The deadline to sign up for the Salvation Army’s free community Christmas dinner is quickly approaching. The reservation deadline is Monday, Dec. 18. When calling to make a reservation, attendees will need to make a reservation for 11 a.m. or 11:45 a.m. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are highly recommended. Shut-ins will need…
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Quincy man facing sex offense charges switches from bench trial to accepting 14-year prison sentence
QUINCY — A Quincy man indicted in October 2022 on multiple sex offense charges changed his mind again on Friday and accepted a plea agreement that will send him to prison for 14 years. Aaron Washington, 47, appeared with Chief Public Defender Todd Nelson before Judge Robert Adrian in Adams County Circuit Court. He was…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Jared Sicfken and Brittany Giles of Niota at 8:45 a.m. Nov. 29, 2023.A girl was born to A. Chenan and A. Shupe of Quincy at 3:23 a.m. Nov. 30, 2023.A girl was born to Zach Hill and Tia Moore of West Point at 4:38 p.m. Dec. 1, 2023.A…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, at John Wood Community College in Room D022/023 on the lower north end of the JWCC Building D in the rear. Parking is in Lot 4 on the lower level. Entrance is through either door C2 or the door marked “Paul…
Read Full Article Breanna H. Quiroz, 34, Hannibal, Mo., for FTA – Vandalism at 527 Vermont St. Lodged.Tosha L. Davis, 47, Quincy, for Improper Driving in the 1500 block of Gary Grove. 136James M. Daniel, 39, of Quincy for Operate Vehicle with Suspended Registration, DWLS and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 12th & Broadway. 124Malcolm K. Thomas, 35,…
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QJHS Cookbooks are now available!  This original publication features 177 recipes, submitted by QJHS students, staff, and supporters. Cover art is by 8th grader, Cece Wayland. All profits will be utilized for student activities and enrichment. Cookbooks are only $20 and will make fabulous gifts, keepsakes, and are sure to become well-loved in kitchens throughout…
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QUINCY — Votes on a report and a resolution that have attracted great interest during recent meetings of the Quincy City Council both were tabled for a second time Monday night. A report from Springfield attorney Rick Stewart about an internal complaint filed during the hiring process for the chief of the Quincy Police Department…
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QUINCY — Public Works Director Jeffrey Conte told the Quincy City Council during its Monday meeting that the city may be forced to double water rates within 10 years unless it gets help paying for an unfunded mandate the Environmental Protection Agency recently announced. The EPA announced on Dec. 1 a proposed update to the lead…
Read Full Article Demetrus J. Trass, 43, 840 Washington St., Forgery at 3215 Maine St. NTA 179James H. Bauer, 59, 1120 Lind St., Adams County Warrant for Violation of Sex Offender Registry. Lodged 112Sara B. Powell, 33, Quincy, DWLS at 17th St. and Maine St. NTA 148Charles A. Hazelrigg, 68, Plainville, Failure to Yield at S. 24th St.…
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QUINCY — Firefighters Local 63 will host its annual Christmas open house at Central Fire Station, 906 Vermont, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, with soda, hot chocolate and cookies available. Santa will arrive at the fire station via fire truck at 6 p.m. He will be available to visit with the…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District closed several roads for the season on Friday, Dec. 8. The following roads will be closed until further notice:
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QUINCY — Three Quincy Notre Dame students were named 2023-24 Illinois All-State musicians due to individual auditions held in October throughout the state. The selected students will perform in Peoria during the Illinois Music Educators Association annual conference Jan. 25-27. Aly Young is a senior and the daughter of Mike and Mandy Young. She sings…
Read Full Article QUINCY — If you haven’t started already, now is the perfect time to prepare your home and car for winter weather. It can be overwhelming to decide how to winter-proof your life and what contractors you might need to hire for help. However, a few preventative measures can help you avoid waking up to a…
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QUINCY — The Lincoln Academy of Illinois named Quincy University senior Graci White from Carlinville a recipient of the prestigious Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award for 2023. The program recognizes excellence in curricular and extracurricular activities by seniors from each of Illinois’ four-year, degree-granting colleges and universities, and one student from the community colleges in…
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Demarco P. Smith, 18, last known address in the 800 block of N. 11th Street in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for armed robbery conspiracy. Smith is 5-foot-8 tall and 130 pounds with brown eyes. If you know where he can be found, call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Nov. 1-30, 2023. Russell Lee Hess III, 35, of Quincy and Allyson Kathryn Heck, 28, of Quincy filed Nov. 1, 2023.Patrick Jordon Deverger, 33, of Quincy and Nicole Marie Redner, 33, of Quincy filed Nov. 2, 2023.Jordyn Blair Musselman, 26, of St. Joseph,…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health is offering a “Passport to Blessing Hiring Event” on Thursday, Dec. 14. Job seekers can attend between 3 and 6 p.m. in the Blessing Hospital auditorium inside the main lobby of the hospital at 11th and Spring. The event is free, and no advance registration is required. Those planning to attend…
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QUINCY — Quincy is one of four U.S. cities with a chance to win an indoor pickleball facility from The Picklr, which expects to have more than 100 locations across the country by the end of 2024. The original field of 32 cities entered in the Picklr Your City contest was narrowed to four early Friday morning…
Read Full Article Maryia K. Dailing, 28, of 633 Harrison Dr. for Driving on a Suspended License and Improper Lane Usage at 6th and Monroe. NTA 161Jordan N. Lehenbauer, 18, 222 N. 16th for Fighting and Consumption of Alcohol by Minor & Rocky E. Courtney, 36, 222 N. 16th for Fighting. 120David A. Robbins, 51, 1230 N. 7th…
Read Full Article Collen D. Chapman, 52, of Plainville for Disregard Stop Sign at 8th & Chestnut St. 122Richard L. Henderson, 93, of Plainville for Improper Driving at 26th & Spruce St. 124Shanda F. White, 31, Homeless for Stealing at 837 Jefferson. 173Adam Y. Fox, 32, 1129 N. 15th for Expired Registration at 7th & Broadway. 120Jeffrey A.…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will host its winter commencement ceremony at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, in St. Francis Solanus Chapel in Francis Hall, 1800 College Ave. The winter graduating class is comprised of 46 undergraduates and five graduate degree recipients. University marshal Robert Mejer, distinguished professor of art, and assistant marshals David Kirchhofer…
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QUINCY— There was a packed room Thursday at the Kroc Center to weigh in on the Illinois Department of Transportation’s preferred route for the replacement for the Memorial Bridge. The route proposes an alignment utilizing the York Street Corridor, which will tie in near the Oakley Lindsay Center. Jeff Myers, regional engineer for Illinois Department…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Nov. 1-30, 2023. Amber Dorris from Shawn Roeder on Nov. 14, 2023.Melissa R. Baehr from Michael B. Baehr on Nov. 16, 2023.Bailey N. Link from Corbin G. Link on Nov. 16, 2023.Lindsay Kamphaus from Michael Kamphaus on Nov. 28, 2023.Heather Wade…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Redneck Sleigh will return Dec. 8-10 to benefit Chaddock children and families this Christmas season. A specially commissioned dump truck will be positioned in the parking lot of Farm and Home Supply, 4625 Broadway, from Friday, Dec. 8, through Sunday, Dec. 10. Area residents are encouraged to donate new toys, clothing, and…
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Join Ashley Burnett this Friday, Dec. 8, as she celebrates the pre-launch of her first book, Your Spacious & Seasonal Year: Nourishing rituals, reflections & recipes to ignite joy, connection, meaning & magic. The $25 ticket price includes 1 copy of the book, an excerpt read from the author, and wine at Electric Fountain Brewing Roastery +…
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QUINCY — Two members of the Great Plains Action Society will be visiting Quincy and talking about their work at the Human Rights Commission meeting on Thursday night. The non-profit society has been throughout the United States to advocate and fight for Native American (or indigenous) land, rights and sovereignty. It is focused on the Great Plains…
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QUINCY — The inaugural Ultimate Brick Show will be held May 4-5 at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. Contestants from the hit FOX television show “LEGO Masters” will be onsite along with LEGO displays and vendors from across the country. Build Challenges with Tim Croll and a kid’s zone play area will be featured throughout the two-day event.   The event is open to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy man indicted in October 2022 on multiple sex offense charges chose not to accept a plea agreement and tried to get a new lawyer before agreeing to have a bench trial in December. Aaron Washington, 47, appeared with Chief Public Defender Todd Nelson before Judge Robert Adrian on Wednesday afternoon in…
Read Full Article Cory M Earnst,32, 637 Spruce for Operating Uninsured Vehicle and Improper Lane Usage at 17th & Spruce. 108Nicholas J. Crockens, 20, New Orleans, La., for Speeding at 16th & Broadway. 180Timothy D. Jones, 38, 817 Jersey for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 6th & Broadway. 108Brian J. Cook, 52, Quincy, for VOP. Lodged. 180Kimberly Cottrell reported…
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QUINCY — RNCareers.org, a leading nursing education resource, has recognized Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing as one of the best RN to BSN programs in Illinois. This accolade further distinguishes the university as a Nationally Recognized Nursing School of Distinction. More than 1,700 nursing schools were thoroughly evaluated by RNCareers.org to compile these merit-based rankings. Critical…
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QUINCY — People interested in joining the fight against heart disease are invited to buy a ticket to attend the Heart of our Community Gala on Feb. 10 at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. The fundraising event helps address the unmet needs of Blessing heart patients and enhances medical technology available to patients and supports staff continuing…
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QUINCY — Muddy River Opera will offer gift wrapping Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8-10 at its office near the movie theater in the Quincy Town Center. The service will be available from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 8, noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, and noon to 4 p.m. on…
Read Full Article Jacob Swalley, 23, 628 Harrison St., Quincy, for peace disturbance at 656 Harrison Dr. NTA. 251Garrah L. Nichols, 39, Quincy, Expired Registration. NTA 111Clinton S. Hornke, 32, Quincy, Expired Registration. NTA 127Stephanie N. Nunn, 46, Quincy, for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 127
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QUINCY — The Christmas candlelight tours of the Governor John Wood mansion will be held in December. Candlelight tours will be scheduled between 5 and 7 p.m. on Dec. 15, 16, 22, 23 and 26. Tour times are 5 p.m.; 5:20 p.m.; 5: 40 p.m. 6 p.m.; 6:20 p.m.; and 6:40 p.m. Tours will begin…
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QUINCY — Golden Bridges has become a local area office of Safe Moves for Seniors, a national nonprofit that relocates qualifying seniors in need at no cost. When Golden Bridges formed in 2013, the owners knew they wanted to help seniors in the community with their transition needs. Even then, they wanted to find a…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council tabled for one week a vote to pay a $15,000 success fee to NextSite, a commercial development advisory firm, for its role in bringing Planet Fitness to Quincy. Tom Marx, owner of Marx Commercial Properties and Development Company, told Muddy River News he believes NextSite is taking credit for bringing…
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QUINCY — Aldermen agreed with the recommendation of the denial by the Plan Commission of a special permit to operate a nightclub at 601-603 Hampshire, the site of the Little D Sports Club, during Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting. Owner Michael Erwin told aldermen he would like to take the name “nightclub” off the ordinance.…
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QUINCY — A 93-year-old Quincy man charged with sexually abusing and sexually assaulting his 10-year-old great-granddaughter will get to “die peacefully in my home” after receiving a 48-month sentence of probation on Monday. Lionel Surratt appeared with attorney Drew Schnack in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Robert Adrian. Surratt had been charged with predatory…
Read Full Article Nicole M. Carpenter, 44, of Quincy for Domestic Battery in the 500 block of Locust St. Lodged. 112Nicole M. Carpenter, 44, of Quincy for FTA – Poss of Meth at 500 block of Locust St. Lodged. 112Cayce L. Cooper Sr., 32, of Quincy for Adams Co. Warrant – Domestic Battery and FTA – Aggravated Battery…
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QUINCY — A bench trial for a Quincy man facing three counts of criminal sexual abuse and two counts of criminal sexual assault was canceled Monday morning when the defendant entered a guilty plea. Jeremy A. McSparren, 39, appeared with Public Defender Mark Taylor in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Kevin Tippey. Possible sexual…
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QUINCY — A resolution on the agenda for Monday night’s meeting of the Quincy City Council asks for aldermen to approve a $15,000 success fee to NextSite, LLC, for the recruitment of Planet Fitness to Quincy. However, the developer of the property and a Planet Fitness representative both say NextSite was not involved in bringing…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s Student Life organization will host the family event, “Winter Wonderland,” from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, at the Spring Valley Trails near the rear parking lot on the southeast corner of the Quincy campus. The event is an outdoor opportunity featuring pictures with Santa, a campfire, hot…
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QUINCY — St. John’s Cathedral, 3728 Payson Road, will host a St. Nicholas party for children ages 2 to 92 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6. Prizes and refreshments will be available. Those attending will learn about the origins of St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas of Myra was the foundation of the figure who…
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QUINCY — A man was taken to Blessing Hospital Sunday night after he was hit by a car while trying to walk across Broadway. Just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Quincy Police officers were sent to the area of 18th and Broadway along with crews from Quincy Fire Department and Adams County EMS in reference to…
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QUINCY — Brianna Rivera has wanted to be executive director of The District since she was in high school. “Pretty much my young adulthood was spent volunteering downtown with my family,” Rivera said. “Setting up lights to light (Washington) Park, volunteering at the Blues (in the District), being a farmers’ market manager for two or…
Read Full Article Christina L. Wise, 54, 5310 HWY 96 S. for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 12th & Jefferson. 173Eian S. Mull, 28, of Quincy reported his black 2013 Buick Verano stolen from 18th & Oak St. on 11/18/23. 112Richard L. Hoebing, 63, of Quincy for Leaving Scene of an Accident in the 1000 block of N. 18th…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As temperatures drop, BBB recommends making sure your furnace is in working order so you don’t have any chilly surprises. It’s wise to have a contractor check up on your furnace if you haven’t already this year – this can help you get out ahead of potential issues. If a broken furnace does…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Ryan Large and Cherokee Southern of Macomb at 3:39 a.m. Nov. 21, 2023.A boy was born to Ethan and Carley Sharpe of Lewistown, Mo., at 12:23 a.m. Nov. 23, 2023.A girl was born to Eric and Kayla Thomas of Quincy at 3:36 a.m. Nov. 23, 2023.A boy was…
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