Adams County, Illinois
ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — In a nod to Adams County’s agricultural roots, volunteers will gather at the Adams County Fairgrounds, to help “raise” the Heritage Farms Pavilion, a new permanent landmark honoring the county’s farming legacy. The effort began at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 1, as community volunteers joined Maas Construction to erect the…
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QUINCY — The truck driver training program at John Wood Community College will be the site an open house at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 21, at the Workforce Development Center, 2710 N. 42nd. Representatives will share how the program has revised its training in response to federal regulations regarding obtaining a CDL, admission requirements, funding…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army invites the community to a free workshop, Estate Planning Made Easy!, designed to help people and families plan for the future with confidence and peace of mind, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, at the Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Attendees will gain insights on securing their family’s future, discovering…
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QUINCY — Area Catholics and others devoted to the Venerable Servant of God Father Augustine Tolton who grew up in Quincy, ministered in Quincy and is buried in Quincy will commemorate the 128th anniversary of his death with a pilgrimage procession on Wednesday, July 9 in Quincy. Father Tolton is recognized as the first black…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospice is bringing back Butterfly Moments at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Moorman Park large shelter house. It is open to all area residents to honor the memory of a deceased loved one by buying and releasing a butterfly. The person being honored does not have to have received hospice…
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Nichole L. Bradley, 49, of La Grange, Mo., for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration, Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and Display False Insurance Card at 12th and Harrison. NTA 181Joseph R. J. Lagemann, 18, of Maywood, Mo., for Failure to Yield- Left Turn at 30th and Broadway. NTA 124Curtis Thompson, 33, of Quincy for Trespassing.Madison Reardon,…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Ben and Chloe Morelock of Quincy at 4:12 p.m. June 24, 2025.A boy was born to Rogelio Hernandez and Jordan S. Brunk of Kahoka, Mo., at 2:37 a.m. June 25, 2025.A boy was born to Robert and Sidney Anderson of Kahoka, Mo., at 12:30 p.m. June 25, 2025.A…
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Quincy – State Representative Kyle Moore announced Wednesday he is running for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives in the 99th District. Moore said he pledges to continue his fight for transparency, conservative values, and the hardworking families of West Central Illinois. “As your representative, it is a privilege to work for you,” said…
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QUINCY — One man was airlifted to Springfield Tuesday after being hit on his moped by an SUV. At about 4:00 pm. on Tuesday, the Quincy Police Department, along with the Quincy Fire Department and Adams County EMS, responded to a traffic crash at the intersection of 18th and Chestnut Street. The initial investigation determined…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — As part of Adams County’s 200th birthday celebration, the Village of Camp Point will step back in time with a special Chautauqua-style program on Friday, July 4, at historic Bailey Park. The daylong event will feature dynamic speakers, live music, historical reenactments and traditional family activities reminiscent of the original Chautauqua assemblies that…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Tickets for the highly anticipated Beach Boys in concert, headlining the Adams County Bicentennial finale celebration on Saturday, Sept. 6 became available July 1 and may be purchased online at www.adamsco200.org. A full seating chart is available to help individuals choose a preferred section. The concert will close out an extraordinary,…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court June 1-30, 2025. Daniel Andrew Kramer, 60, of Liberty and Shannon Brooke McGee, 49, of Liberty filed June 3, 2025.Mary Elizabeth Mackenzie, 52, of Quincy and Richard Dale Craven, 47, of Quincy filed June 3, 2025.Candi Morgan Erwin, 41, of Fowler and Trevor…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court June 1-30, 2025. Paul Padavic from Whitney Padavic on June 5, 2025.Darla Butler from David M. Sr. Butler on June 5, 2025.Regina A. McGee from Troy C. McGee on June 5, 2025.Terrance R. Shaw from Amanda D. Shaw on June 11,…
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QUINCY — Brandon Pratt found out he couldn’t keep the lid on the news of what he plans to bring to Quincy. Pratt, who is the founder of Lion Development Group and owner of Gravy Train Restaurant Management, will open a Pizza Ranch franchise at 48th and Broadway, at the site of the former County…
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QUINCY — The Watercolor USA Honor Society (WHS) recently selected Robert Lee Mejer, Quincy University distinguished professor of art, as its Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for 2025. Mejer is a signature charter member of the National Watercolor Society, a distinguished master of the Transparent Watercolor Society of America and a master fellowship member of the…
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QUINCY — Happel Inc., Realtors recently announced that Jackie Weisenburger, one of their top listing agents, has achieved her AI certification, expanding her expertise in the real estate market. Weisenburger’s latest certification in artificial intelligence will allow her to integrate technology into her services, enhancing the buying and selling process for her clients. Weisenberger’s expertise…
Read Full Article Angela Huber, 21, of Quincy for Expired Registration at 24th and Spring. 145Chloe Jones, 25, of Elgin for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration and Expired Registration at 36th and Maine. 128Emma Ozbelent, 22, of Quincy for Speeding at 36th and Melodie Lane. 111Amy Norton, 46, of Quincy for FTA – DUI at 5th and Broadway.…
Read Full Article Joseph E. Mefford, 30, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing, FTA Domestic Battery, FTA Trespassing, FTA Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine/Hypodermic Needle/Obstructing Identification/Probation Violation- Burglary (Shelbina County Mo.). 124Angel R. Shoop, 49, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured at 1723 Broadway St. 181Shawn M. Pulam, 29, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at State St. and Evergreen Dr.…
Read Full Article Michael A. Coronado, 25, of Quincy for Trespassing and Vandalism. 108Taylor R. Valenzuela, 31, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 134Joseph E. Mefford, 30, of Quincy for Obstructing Justice and Disorderly Conduct. Lodged 124Richard E. Wright, 45, of Quincy for Pike Co. FTA Domestic Battery. Lodged 108Raefeal E. Crider, 44, of Hannibal, Mo., for Battery.…
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Filling potholes and where is the food and beverage tax money going? It’s Minutes with the Mayor from Mercantile Bank.
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QUINCY — Adams County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a program of Advocacy Network for Children, swore in volunteers Elizabeth Harness and Kennedy Morgan, along with new CASA coordinator Emily Rettenmeier, by Judge John Wooleyhan at the Adams County Courthouse on June 18. CASA volunteers are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce (QACC) Leadership Institute, presented by TI-TRUST, recently had a graduation ceremony for its second-year class during a breakfast at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. Twenty graduates were recognized for completing a nine-month program. Each graduate received a certificate and a Leadership Institute award in honor of their accomplishment. The…
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QUINCY — Richie and Tram Supaswud, who first met as grade-school students in Atlanta, moved to Quincy with the plan of raising a family and eventually bringing the city its first boba drink location. Then COVID got in the way. Then three kids got in the way. The Supaswuds have finally opened Qboba at 3600…
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QUINCY – The Quincy City Council voted 13-1 Monday to continue funding grants for local events via food and beverage tax revenues. Alderman approved $150,000 for Bringing Events to Quincy (BET on Q) events and $100,000 for Legacy Events Program (LEGUP) projects, with BET on Q being geared toward new initiatives and LEGUP funding will…
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PAYSON, Ill. — People in Payson are passionate about playing pickleball, but they’ve grown tired of driving to Quincy to find a court. Now Payson can expect to have its own courts by the end of the summer. The Payson Seymour Athletic Club conducted a gun raffle and “chuck a duck” contests at home basketball…
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