Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — Chaddock has announced the release of its first-ever children’s book, Chad the Cougar and the Forest of Feelings, launching Aug. 6. Written and illustrated by Chaddock staff, this story blends real strategies Chaddock uses with fun and engaging storytelling to help children better understand and manage big emotions. The book follows Chad the…
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Mayor Linda Moore talks about potential annexation of the 1.5 mile border around Quincy and the city’s reaction to Monday night’s quick-hitting storm. Mercantile Bank brings you Minutes with the Mayor.
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ADAMS COUNTY Ill. — The Great River Economic Development Foundation has introduced the Quincy’s Calling Recruitment Bonus Program. Staying true to its foundational mission, this initiative serves as a catalyst to attract new talent, foster economic growth and grow the local workforce and community. This Quincy’s Calling Recruitment Bonus Program empowers current residents to take…
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QUINCY — During their July meeting Monday, the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved a $19,566,691 balanced budget for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year. The budget includes a zero-dollar increase in tuition and universal fees and projects a 6 percent bump in credit hours delivered to JWCC students compared to last year. Enrollment drives…
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QUINCY — Street lights are out in the center of Quincy and several Broadway businesses are without power following high winds that blew through the city overnight. Multiple trees are also down along Broadway and in other parts of Quincy. Broadway is open, but a fallen tree has closed R.J. Peters Drive, west of 12th…
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QUINCY-People who live and work in the first phase of the Broadway construction project are counting down the days to its completion. “Rees Construction told me they would be finished by August 1,” Kelly Flora of Bruening Heating and Air Conditioning told Muddy River News. “Every customer that has made it in since the work…
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QUINCY — Following a discussion where the Quincy City Council rejected a Zoning Board of Appeals recommendation, Alderman Jake Reed (R-6th Ward) talked about the city’s future growth. “This meeting has given me some new ideas. Like, Quincy’s future annexation [and] the future building of the Quincy empire,” said Alderman Jake Reed (R-6th Ward) during…
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QUINCY — After years of exhaustive research into the life and works of the mysterious early American painter John Quidor, best-selling author and historian Robert Turek has made a discovery that promises to send ripples through the art world and beyond. Turek has located and acquired an original oil painting by Quidor, titled “The Water…
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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. Kevin W. McClean of Quincy sold a residence at 1034 N. 2nd in Quincy to Justin…
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Melissa S. Hoffman, last known address in the 600 block of Cherry St., is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for forgery. Hoffman is a 44 year-old white female. She is 5’2” tall, weighs 130 lbs. and has brown hair and blue eyes. If you know where this week’s fugitive can be found, call…
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Reginald Hilton, 30, of Hannibal, Mo., for Leaving the Scene of Crash – Unattended Vehicle and Improper Traffic Lane Usage at 18th and Lind. 128Marvin Kohl, 70, of Quincy for Improper Driving at 24th and Broadway. 140Keva Williamson, 52, of Quincy for Improper Driving in the 3100 Block of Broadway. 140Richard Moore, 71, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — Timothy Mason, 43, was sentenced Monday by Adams County Circuit Court Judge Tad Brenner after pleading guilty to two counts of dissemination of child pornography, Class X felonies. The Adams County State’s Attorney’s office worked with the office of Attorney General Kwame Raoul as part of a statewide effort, in collaboration with federal…
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Luffy is a stunning 2-year-old Border Collie/Husky/Aussie mix with a heart as big as his brain! With his gorgeous tri-color coat, stunning blue and brown eye, and fluffy tail, this sweet, smart boy absolutely loves everyone he meets—humans and dogs alike—and is eager to please. He’s already microchipped, neutered, and up to date on all his vaccinations,…
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QUINCY — It appears the sky could be the limit when it comes to creating more hotel rooms for Quincy. Just days after the Quincy Plan Commission recommended approval for a special permit for a six-story hotel at the derelict Welcome Inn property at 200 Maine, the developers of a boutique hotel at the old Illinois…
Read Full Article Owen House, 21, of Quincy for Operate Motor Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 18th and Broadway. 181Katey Turner, 33, of Quincy for Speeding and on a warrant for FTA – Failure to Reduce Speed at 8th and Hilltop. Lodged 107Destiny S. Miller, 29, of Quincy for aggravated battery, possession of meth and disregarding a traffic…
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QUINCY — The City of Quincy will hold its annual Citywide Cleanup Event Tuesday, Sept. 24 through Thursday, Sept. 25. The cleanup will take place on the northeast corner of the vacant lot located at Front and Payson Streets. The cleanup site will be staffed and open to the public during the following times: The…
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. Harold C. Wilson Trust of Norwalk, Iowa sold a residence and lot at 109 S. Madison…
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QUINCY — Grace and June Hendrian, daughters of Adam and Kellea Hendrian of Quincy have announced their annual Lemon-Aid Stand for Good to benefit The Salvation Army. The girls invite children across the community to join them in making a difference by participating in the Lemon-Aid Stand for Good event on Saturday, Aug. 30. In…
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GOLDEN, IL — It’s a rare occurrence these days to find a place to work where you stay for most of your adult life. Certified Medical Assistant Cindy Cassens can say exactly that. Cassens was there at the start of the East Adams County Rural Health Clinic in 1991 and will dedicate her last day…
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QUINCY — The yellow brick road leads straight to the Knights of Columbus BBQ this August as the annual Little Miss & Mr. and baby contests return with a magical Wizard of Oz theme. The event will take place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 10, at the Knights of Columbus grounds, 700 S. 36th…
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Some people look at a blank wall and see a blank wall. Others see potential for a beautiful mural. Colin Ash, property owner at 114 North 6th St., is in the latter group. After being inspired by the development on 6th street, Ash was interested in having a mural painted. He reached out to the…
Read Full Article Toni Kampaus of Fowler reports her maroon 2014 Chrysler was hit and run while parked at 5432 Broadway on 7-17-25. 140On 7-17-25, a blue and black Roadmaster Sport SX mountain bike was located in the 2300 Block of Aldo Bld. Logged into recovered property. 140Brent Stacy, 62, of Kimberling City, Mo., for Disobeying Stop Sign…
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QUINCY — It takes a village to close on a home. From real estate agents to home inspectors, buyers want to have trust in the professionals who will help them make critical decisions throughout the buying process. There can be a lot of pressure to move quickly during the homebuying process, so it’s best to…
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QUINCY — A variety of food, dessert and ice cream options will be available at Union United Methodist Church’s 40th annual ice cream social, Saturday, Aug. 2. Those attending will have food options of Italian sausage from “The Hill” in St. Louis, brats, hot dogs and chips. Ice cream flavors that will be available include…
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When Mary Griffith said goodbye Friday, it marked the end of a 45-year broadcasting career — and the close of a 77-year Griffith family legacy of delivering the news in the Tri-States. That’s right. Seventy. Seven. Years. Between her father, the late Charlie Griffith, and Mary herself, there’s hardly been a local newscast that didn’t…
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