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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. Del-Rio of Missouri, LLC of Hannibal, Mo., sold a residence at 1233 Sunset Drive in Pittsfield…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy University School of Fine Arts and Communication will be the host of the fourth annual QU Honor Jazz Band Festival on Friday, April 26, at the Connie Niemann Center for Music, 17th and Seminary Road. The concert is free and open to the public. High school musicians were selected through a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Arts Quincy announced the winners of its inaugural Dogwood Royalty Contest on Wednesday night. The winners fall into two age groups — ages 7-10 and ages 4-6. The Little King of Dogwood is Julian Stickler, 9, son of Jennifer Stickler. He attends Rooney Elementary School. The Little Queen of Dogwood is Manushree Motati, 10, daughter of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Veterans Assistance Commission of Adams County will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house from 3:30 to 6 p.m. on Monday, April 29, in its new offices at 3701 East Lake Center Drive, Suite 3, with remarks at 4 p.m. A brief ceremony opening the office and recognizing those that have…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will be presenting a live ZOOM lecture entitled “Gemini: A Giant Leap in the Race to the Moon” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, at John Wood Community College in Room D022. The public is invited. Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Jack Anthony will give two NASA-related presentations.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Thanks to support from purchases by family and friends through the Gene Grawe Fund, 484 Quincy-area families will be receiving a total of $350,099.16 for Catholic school tuition to be used during the 2024-25 school year. Money earned through the fund since 2005 now totals $3,665,249.36. This year, 121 families earned at least…
Read Full Article Ahmed A. Jouan, 44, of 1515 Stone Creek Dr. for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 12th and Elm. NTA 145Christopher M. Will, 27, of 1013 Adams for Violation of Pre Trial Release at the ACJ. Lodged 130/161Tiffany E. Turner, 48, of 1814 Spring St for Adams Co warrant Violation of Order of Protection at…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Christ Lutheran Church has changed the date and time of its annual indoor garage sale. It now will be from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18, at the church. The original date of April 27 was canceled. A bake sale featuring homemade baked goods will accompany the sale. The church, 333…
Read Full Article If you are a follower of social media and have a weather interest like myself, you have probably seen a few articles talking about the potential weather outbreak headed towards Tornado Alley this week. Is this a possibility; yes. Is it likely; not really. But you gotta love some of the remarks by the arm…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Brendan Shea is returning to Quincy Community Theatre as the education director starting June 1. In a press release, Shea said, “There are so many more stories left for us to tell together on the QCT stage. To say that I’m excited to reunite with our amazing students is a serious understatement. In my…
Read Full Article QUINCY — St. Francis Solanus will hold its last party of the spring season from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, at the St. Francis Parish Center. Entrance to the center is between 17th and 18th streets on Elm. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. In addition to games, multiple raffles will also…
Read Full Article Let’s head down to Pittsfield, where in the shadow of the Pike County courthouse’s red dome you can find Nucci’s. Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips bring you this installment of Taste of the Town, brought to you by SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.
Read Full Article 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. David A. Holtman and Theresa A. Holtman of Quincy sold a residence at 1006 Prairie Mills…
Read Full Article Justin C Cowan, 50, Quincy for FTA fighting in the 400 block of South Front. Lodged 102/144Michael A. Morton, 26, Fowler for FTA improper use of title/registration at 20th and Broadway. Lodged 120Chanceler J. Richmiller, 21, 626 N. 30th St. for Speeding at N. 22nd St. and Locust St. 122Paula M. Crowe, 64, of Maywood,…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Tommy and Mariah Rice of Quincy at 6:58 p.m. April 10, 2024.A girl was born to Tommy and Mariah Rice of Quincy at 7:04 p.m. April 10, 2024.A girl was born to Jack Sibley and Brianna Ruble of Pittsfield at 7:26 a.m. April 13, 2024.A boy was born…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA recently announced several key leadership transitions within its organization. Kristen Lay, formerly director of business operations, will now serve as the director of marketing and development while also overseeing human resources. Her expertise in operational management, coupled with her strategic vision, is expected to bolster marketing and development efforts.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Sheriff’s Department received several reports of vehicles stolen or broken into during this past weekend. The first incidents were first reported early Saturday, April 20, and other incidents were reported throughout the weekend into the early morning of Monday, April 22. Adams County Sheriff Tony Grootens said in a press…
Read Full Article MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Beginning with the Brown County High School Class of 2024, the Tracy Family Foundation (TFF) is launching the Brown County Promise scholarship program which promises that any Brown County graduate will receive a college scholarship if they meet minimum requirements. TFF has offered a competitive college scholarship since 2011 that awarded…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Garrick Batley of IPI Wealth Management, 420 Maine, was honored with the Rising Professional Award by Kansas State University on March 28. This award acknowledges the contributions of a graduate in the early stages of their career, recognizing their significant achievements in various professional domains. The Rising Professional Award is bestowed upon people…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon Dr. Darr Leutz will demonstrate the latest in knee replacement technology at a free public open house on Wednesday, April 24 at the Blessing Health Center, 4800 Maine. People can choose to attend the Velys demonstration open house between the hours of 11:30 a.m. to 1:30…
Read Full Article Corey T. Haynes, 44, 2046 Sycamore St. for Disorderly Conduct on 04/15/2024 at 2050 Sycamore St. NTA 179Jonathan M. Sultzman, 38, Quincy for Possession of Meth less than 5 grams at N. 6th St. and Oak St. NTA 148Kelsie L. Deege, 22, 5130 W. Paradise Ln. for Failure to Reduce Speed at N. 32nd St.…
Read Full Article Lethan B. Schuette, 18, of Quincy for possession of liquor by a minor and interfering at 22nd and Monroe. NTA 102/144Leeroy L. Guerra, 24, of Elsa, Texas for speeding at 18th and Quintron Way. NTA 124Kyle D. Hinkamper, 22, of Quincy for speeding at 18th and Hollister Whitney Parkway. NTA 124Mason R. Landwehr, 19, of…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Kara Andrew, Memorial Hospital director of health promotion, has been elected to serve a three-year term as co-chair in the fitness and medicine member interest group for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM). This appointment recognizes Andrew’s commitment to advancing the principles of lifestyle medicine and fostering collaboration between medical and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Senior students representing the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences Radiologic Technology program won second place during the Scholar Bowl competition held at the Illinois State Society of Radiologic Technology conference. Eleven teams competed, answering questions about the science of radiologic technology. Members of the senior Blessing Radiologic Technology class are Mason…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Spring weather might inspire you to get started on home improvement projects you couldn’t complete during the winter months. Hiring the right contractor is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your project goes smoothly. BBB commonly receives reports from consumers who paid a deposit for home improvement…
Read Full Article Cassandra K. Bower, 32, LaPrairie for Improper Use of Registration at 22nd and Broadway. NTA 180Christopher S. Snyder, 22, 1528 Sycamore for suspended registration, uninsured motor vehicle. NTAOleg NMI Kharebov, 30, Philadelphia, Pa., for improper lane usage. PTC
Read Full Article QUINCY — In celebration of Social Justice Week, Quincy University will be the host of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum on Monday, April 22, in Pepsi Arena in the QU Health and Fitness Center, 18th and Oak. The Black History 101 Mobile Museum will be open to the public at 10 a.m. Lectures will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A first-of-its-kind medical procedure in Illinois was performed at Blessing Hospital in Quincy on Friday, April 12. The minimally invasive ultrasound procedure is called Renal Denervation (RDN). It is intended for people living with uncontrolled high blood pressure. In addition to being the first ultrasound RDN procedure of its kind in Illinois, the…
Read Full Article QUINCY, Ill. — Adams County received a boost of $50,000 last month as part of a joint effort to support local childcare providers. The Community Foundation, Kohl Wholesale, West Central Child Care Connection and a private funder partnered to provide Kohl Cash and Carry gift cards to child care providers to help offset food costs…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) Class of 2024 will hold its end-of-the-year tradeshow from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, at The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. The open house-style event is free and open to the public. CEO students will be showcasing their personal businesses each started…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Lisa Connell looked around the room, and took a deep breath. “We’re always busy at this show,” she said. “It’s always just a great show.” Connell was in Quincy on Thursday representing Shullsburg (Wis.) Creamery — where curd is the word — and was one of the busy vendors at the annual spring…
Read Full Article Zachary V. Tate, 33, Hannibal, Mo., FTA-DUI. Lodged 110Aaron D. Horton, 36, Homeless for Domestic Battery. Lodged 132Joseph P. Meyer, 38, Quincy for Stealing. NTA 104Kathy L. Powell, 69, Quincy for Malicious Mischief. NTA 113Briana Foster, 33, Quincy for FTA Obstructing and Theft. Lodged 108
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — A McDonough County jury found a Macomb man guilty of three counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child after a three-day jury trial that ended Wednesday at the McDonough County Courthouse in Macomb. Joshua T. Dye, 26, was accused of sexually assaulting a child under the age of 13 on…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — A summer benefit concert for The Legacy Theater is planned for Saturday, July 13. Chenille Sheeran of Nashville, Tenn., formerly of Carthage, will be the featured performer. Sheeran operated Center Stage Music in Carthage for many years before advancing her own musical career in Nashville. The award-winning singer and recording star was…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A former employee at St. Peter School in Quincy was arrested Tuesday in Alabama. The Quincy Police Department began an investigation in May 2023 into the theft of several thousand dollars that occurred at St. Peter School. As part of that investigation, a warrant was issued for Kim L. Sandegren, 29, who lived…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library will be the site of the annual Baccalaureate-Senior Retrospective through May 10, with an artist reception to be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 19. This exhibit is free and open to the public. This one-person exhibition presented by senior Elizabeth Cook of…
Read Full Article The next consolidated election in Illinois — where citizens vote in races for city government, school boards and park boards — will be on April 1, 2025. Boy, if there’s not a joke to be had somewhere in there. Former Quincy alderman Dan Brink was the first candidate to officially declare his intention to run…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The attorney for a Quincy man, believed to have set fire to the apartment complex in which he was living, filed a motion for an affirmative defense on Wednesday. Public Defender John Citro filed the motion Wednesday morning in the Adams County Circuit Clerk’s office on behalf of Joseph Lindsay, 25. Lindsay and…
Read Full Article 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. David A. Beenes and Nancy A. Beenes of Quincy sold a residence at 1232 Cadbury Ridge…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Brian Holzgrafe exited the U.S. Courthouse in Springfield last Thursday to a sight that brought him to tears. “My wife and I drove away seeing an angel in the sky with the sunset and we just praised God that we were heard,” Holzgrafe said. “We were thankful we were heard.” Seven years after…
Read Full Article Courtni Saxbury, 44, Quincy for criminal damage to vehicle. NTA 136Gabriel Vargas Mata, 53, 2237 Maine St. for failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash at 36th and Broadway. NTA 122Jerrill Humphrey, 38, Quincy on a warrant for domestic battery. Lodged 179/136Seleana A. Stead, 50, 433 N. 7th for Burglary at 337 S. 7th…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A seventh person was arrested Wednesday in connection to the shooting death of a 16-year-old female in October 2023. A 17-year-old male juvenile wanted for conspiracy to commit armed robbery in relation to the shooting death, along with several other outstanding Adams County warrants, was found by officers with the Quincy Police Department…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University will hold its Legal Hall of Fame induction ceremony Saturday, April 20 in the Pete Brown Mock Trial Room in the Center for Legal Studies on QU’s main campus, 1800 College. This year’s inductees are Maria Bocanegra, Class of 2004, Richard Schulte, Class of 1991, and the 2005 mock trial team.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy YMCA, 3101 Maine, will be the host of Healthy Kids Day at 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. Free activities will be held in the activity room and on the baseball field. Activities scheduled on the baseball field include: Activities scheduled in the activity room are:
Read Full Article Corey E. Gaebel, 37, 1528 Jackson for Domestic Battery & Aggravated Battery at 1528 Jackson St. Lodged 185Kaleb A. Ulrich, 25, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 18th & Elm St. 120Gerald R. Fenton, 48, Shelbina, Mo., for Expired Registration at 36th & Holiday Dr. 134Jeffrey Hall reported his 2020 Ford was entered…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department will close the school year with the zany farce, “Deceiving Granny.” The plot is centered around newlyweds Sam and Margaret Howard. The couple discover they are in line to inherit $3.5 million from his great-grandmother whom he has never met, but before she is willing to add them…
Read Full Article Buddy R. Baker, 46, last known address in the 1200 block of Horne in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for unlawful possession of a stolen vehicle. Baker is 6 foot, 1 inch tall and weighs 245 pounds. He is bald and has brown eyes. If you know where he can be…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Cory Brown and Rachel Zellerman of Quincy at 9:44 a.m. April 2, 2024.A girl was born to Jeffrey Bainter and Alexandra Martin of Barry at 3:29 p.m. April 2, 2024.Twin boys were born to Gabrielle Miller of Quincy at 4:11 p.m. and 4:26 p.m. April 2, 2024.A girl…
Read Full Article LaPRAIRIE, Ill. — An Augusta woman was hospitalized after a single-vehicle rollover crash on Monday night. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15. Chenenna Decker, 23, was traveling north on E2903rd Lane, about midway between LaPrairie and Augusta, in her 2008 Kia Sorento…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins (FLC) Association board has scheduled a cleanup day in the Log Cabin Village, on Quinsippi Island Park accessed via All America Park, from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20. Plans are to clean the cobwebs and dust from the log cabins and the log church. Volunteers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The vote for a new Tax Increment Financing district on Quincy’s south side is scheduled for next week and the public relations push by supporters continued at Monday night’s City Council meeting. The heads of the Great River Economic Development Foundation, Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce and The District were among those who…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth, will be the site of a History Happy Hour at 5:30 p.m. Thursday. “Tides of Freedom” will feature speaker J. Matthew Ward, a visiting assistant professor of history at Quincy University. The doors will open at 5 p.m., and a mini reception will follow. There will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Local nonprofits looking to build their programming, expand their mission and better their communities are invited to apply for grant funding through the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri’s annual community grant program. The deadline to submit grant applications is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1. Grants totaling more than…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University will be the host of the seventh annual Academic Symposium Wednesday through Friday, April 17-19, at the Connie Niemann Center for Music in the south auditorium on the QU North Campus, 1700 Seminary Road. Students will present original research April 17 and April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple…
Read Full Article Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips cross the Illinois River and head to Meredosia and try out the menu at Floyd’s 104. SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitors Bureau, brings you Taste of the Town.
Read Full Article Tyrica S. Humphrey, 29, 830 Cherry for Driving While License Suspended at 5th & Locust. 161Joshua D. Hutcherson, 36, 421 Hampshire for FTA Aggravated Battery at 421 Hampshire. Lodged 112Tara Cole, 49, 1220 N. 5th for Petition to Revoke Probation-Aggravated DUI at 1220 N. 5th. Lodged 147Kaiser D. Rost, 18, 918 1/2 Jersey for Suspended…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD – A mining truck manufactured by Komatsu was crowned the winner of the 2024 “Makers Madness” contest, earning the title of “the coolest thing made in Illinois” at the Governor’s Mansion Wednesday. The truck was one of more than 200 entries in the fifth annual contest hosted by the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association and sponsored…
Read Full Article La HARPE, Ill. — A La Harpe man recently was arrested and charged with theft of more than $500 but less than $10,000. Deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department have been investigating numerous thefts in the La Harpe area, including reports of stolen tools, trailers, equipment and machinery. A cooperative effort with the Henderson…
Read Full Article MENDON, Ill. — Country music acts Diamond Rio and Sawyer Brown band will take the stage on Saturday, July 27 at this year’s Adams County Fair. Diamond Rio became a household name on the country music scene in 1991 with the release of “Meet in The Middle.” It became the first country music group in…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Prescription opioids were involved in more than 263,000 overdose deaths in the U.S. from 1999 to 2020. Opioid manufacturers and distributors offered a “master settlement” in 2021 to resolve lawsuits brought against them for false marketing and commercial distribution as non-habit-forming medicines. The total opioid settlement funds obligated to states, counties and cities…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra Chorus and Youth Chorus join with choirs from Quincy University, Culver-Stockton College and John Wood Community College to present the epic Carmina Burana at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Quincy Junior High School. Soloists Alfonzo Cooper, tenor, Gina Galati, soprano, and Ricardo Herrera, baritone, accompany the ensemble to…
Read Full Article Margaret H. Arrowood, 77, stop sign violation. PTCJoseph P. Meyer, 38, 818 N. 12th, Stalking and Criminal Trespass. Lodged 108Taylor A.R. Ridgeway, 30, 1019 1/2 Washington, no insurance at 12th and Jefferson. NTA 113Jennifer S. Ketcham, 61, of Quincy for Residential Burglary at 2511 W. Valley View. NTA 112Athonis C. Taylor, 18, Springfield for FTA…
Read Full Article LaHARPE, Ill. — A LaHarpe man was arrested last month and charged with possession of stolen property. The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department received at approximately 3:40 p.m. on March 15 a report of a stolen trailer. Deputies investigated the theft, which led to the arrest of Jordan L. Ragain, 29. Further investigation into this theft…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual awards happy hour event from 5 to 7 p.m. on March 25 at Forgottonia Brewing in Macomb with a crowd of more than 130 regional business professionals. The chamber acknowledged the efforts of several members, citizens and community leaders who played a vital part in…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently was awarded full accreditation for another three years by The Joint Commission, a nationally recognized organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations. The Joint Commission’s role is to seek to improve health care for the public by evaluating healthcare organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Special Olympics Illinois Region H will hold an interest meeting and bowling event for potential athletes and their families at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at the Tangerine Bowl, 3530 Maine. This free outreach event will be an opportunity for potential athletes to enjoy bowling and food and to interact with existing Quincy-area…
Read Full Article Jeremy T. Groves, 37, 1100 State for Driving Under the Influence and No Valid Driver’s License at 1852 Broadway. 132Joseph P. Evans, 38, 818 N. 12th f0ro Stealing at 923 N. 12th. 124Zaine H. Williams, 24, 336 S. 12th, Apt B for Criminal Damage at 1213 Vermont. 134Riley D. Jones, 23, of Quincy for Speeding…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Four drug-related arrests recently were made by deputies with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department. A deputy conducted a traffic stop at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Feb. 28 on a silver 2001 Chevrolet coupe on the New Warsaw Road at Windy Hills Road. A passenger, Taylor D. Harrison, 20, of Carthage was found to…
Read Full Article 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. Travis Scheel and Sarah Scheel of Winterset, Iowa sold a residence at 2105 Knight in Nauvoo…
Read Full Article 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. Darren A. Hildebrand and Amy L. HIldebrand of Camp Point sold a residence at 1003 Prairie…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE Ill. — Adam Tucker will bring the timeless sound of country icon Tim McGraw to the Legacy Theater at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 20. Tucker is a Nashville recording artist and Las Vegas entertainer who recreates the music, moves and mystique of McGraw. Tucker recently won episode 3 on the new hit TV…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will present a program by popular author and speaker Tom Emery at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York. Emery is a freelance writer and historical researcher from Carlinville who has earned 15 awards from the…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Poverty Team has established a new resource to coincide with Financial Literacy Month. The website serves as a centralized hub for access to financial literacy classes, guidance and other essential local resources. National Financial Literacy Month is celebrated in April and is a…
Read Full Article Ian D. Barksdale III, 19, 1302 N. 8th St. for FTA OV Fighting. Lodged 125/169Jeremiah D. Engle, 27, 709 Jackson St. for Squealing Tires at 801 Bonansinga Dr. 136Roldan H. Johnson Jr., 18, 1236 N. 26th St. for No Valid DL at N. 36th St. and Melodie Ln. NTA 122
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