Adams County, Illinois
OMAHA, Neb. — Navigator CO2 Ventures announced Tuesday it is putting on hold one of the two biggest proposed carbon dioxide pipeline projects in the Midwest so it can reassess the project. Associated Press reporter Josh Funk said the company withdrew its application for a key permit in Illinois and said it it was putting…
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QUINCY — This year’s Fall Color Run will mark the Early Tin Dusters’ 47th annual showing in Quincy. The club anticipates more than 500 pre-1949 street rods from Washington to Arizona and throughout the Midwest, bringing thousands of visitors into the Quincy area. Street rodders who have been attending the event say it feels like…
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QUINCY — Sara Siebert recently accepted a position as an optometrist with SPECS in Quincy. Siebert graduated summa cum laude from the University of Missouri-St. Louis in 2014 with a bachelor of science in biology. She received her doctor of optometry in 2018 from Indiana University School of Optometry, where she graduated with honors. Siebert…
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QUINCY — Petco, 6216 Broadway, will be the site for PUPkin Patch, a fundraiser from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, to benefit Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc. Activities will include: Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc., is a non-profit animal shelter located in Quincy. All proceeds from the fundraiser will benefit the animals at the shelter.
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QUINCY — The Elks Club will be the site for dinner and a comedy night on Saturday, Oct. 14. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. The comedy event featuring Ron Reyes and Smoogie will begin at 8 p.m. All are welcome to attend. The Elks will conduct a membership…
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QUINCY — The race for the election of a mayor in Quincy officially got under way on Friday when Dan Brink filed a Statement of Organization for a political committee with the Illinois State Board of Elections office in Springfield. Citizens to Elect Dan Brink for Mayor, affiliated with the Republican Party, was created with…
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Lauren R. Washburn, 38, of 701 Broadway for Expired Registration at 12th and Vermont. NTA 120Melanie L. Spence, 50, of 1137 Adams St., Apt A for Expired Registration at 8th and Vermont. NTAJennifer L. Morrison, 51, Homeless for FTA-Trespassing at 6th and Spring. Lodged 112Roxanna L. Fanshier, 46, of 115 Stadium Dr., Apt. 65 for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Housing Authority will open its Section 8 waiting list at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 11. A pre-application is required and can be picked up at the QHA, 540 Harrison, on Wednesday. Section 8 vouchers allow qualified persons to rent housing in the private market. Rents are subsidized and based on income.…
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QUINCY — The fourth annual community Veterans Resource Fair will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, at the Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. National, state and local veterans organizations, local community organizations and businesses and veteran support groups will be onsite to discuss the services they offer. This event provides an opportunity…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Oakley School of Business received a $2,000 grant from Enterprise Holdings Foundation. The grant money will be used to support student entrepreneurs with opportunities, events, chapter activities and conferences to help start businesses. In a press release, Cynthia Haliemun, dean of the Oakley School of Business, professor of economics, director of…
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. First Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Samsung Cell Phone 9-2-23 20415 iPhone 9-5-23 20694 26” Huffy Bike 9-6-23 20739 SSC…
Read Full Article Cammie S. Bassett, 30, 537 Locust for Suspended Registration & Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 5th & Chestnut. 173Ashlyn M. Deering, 28, 3118 N. College for Speeding at 36th & East Lake. 155Tony B. Martin, 37, 3420 Westview for Speeding at 36th & East Lake. 155Kendall T. Scott, 38, 205 Stadium Dr. for Speeding at 36th…
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CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity today announced Friday the conclusion of the Back to Business Restaurants, Hotels and Arts program with $156 million provided in relief funds. Through these three programs, nearly 4,000 grants went to businesses in more than 500 cities, towns and localities in 95 counties. Fifty-three restaurants, hotels…
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QUINCY — The Knowledge Center at Chaddock has partnered with the Literacy Advocates of West Central Illinois to host a Community Conversation event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at The Knowledge Center on Chaddock’s campus at 205 S. 24th. The presentation will provide an overview of trauma and adverse childhood experiences…
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QUINCY — Appetizers, education and giveaways await women who attend Blessing Health’s Pink and White Ladies Night on Thursday, Oct. 19. The free event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Blessing Health Center, 4800 Maine. The first 100 attendees will receive a free cosmetic bag. Women will learn about Blessing Health…
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QUINCY — St. James Lutheran School will hold a garage sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the church, 900 S. 17th. All proceeds will be benefit the St. James Lutheran School. Anyone with items to donate can drop them off from 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at the…
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QUINCY — St. James Lutheran School will hold a spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 12, at the school, 900 S. 17th. Cost for dine-in is $10 for adults and $5 for children under the age of 10. Carry-out options $30 for a meal that will serve four people or $40 for a meal that…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Monday, Oct. 9, in observance of Columbus Day and reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 10, for regular business hours. Central Services will be closed on Monday. The Quincy City Council Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10, in City Hall council chambers. There…
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QUINCY — TikTok recently launched a new online store, TikTok Shop. Before you shop, check out these smart online shopping tips to avoid scams on the new platform. TikTok is a social media app with a reputation for trendsetting, and many small businesses already use the platform to advertise their products. More than half of…
Read Full Article Cass Tasco, 33, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing, Lodged 178Bryan Smith, 41, of Quincy for FTA Poss of Meth and Domestic Battery. Lodged 112Jeffrey Willingham, 61, of Quincy for Open Burning. NTA 155Mariann Wheeler, 59, of Quincy for Trespassing. NTA 184Mary Howe, 66, of Quincy for Improper Driving. NTA 155Taylor Welch, 33, of Quincy for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® to promote Fire Prevention Week. The campaign works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take when cooking to keep themselves and those around them safe. According to the NFPA, cooking is the leading cause of home…
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Quincy native and 1983 graduate of Quincy High School Tim Scherrer will launch his new book “Half the Town Burned: The Great Wooldridge Fire of 2022” in Wooldridge, Mo., at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, the one-year anniversary date and hour of the wildfire that wiped half a Missouri village off the map. The book…
Read Full Article Jaden D. Gutting, 20, Clayton, for Driving While License Suspended, Operating Uninsured Vehicle and Speeding at 30th & Chestnut. NTA 180Samantha Billingsley reported that the front glass doors of 301 Riverview were broken. 142Archieona French, 33, 1005 N. 5th, Quincy, for peace disturbance, trespassing, and driving while license suspended. NTA 101Shawna Walbert, 35, 500 Oak…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Tree Commission presented the Quincy’s Prestigious Landscape Award to the Historical Society of Quincy & Adams County during a ceremony Tuesday morning at the John Wood Mansion at the corner of 12th and State. The award recognizes the efforts made by the HSQAC to maintain the beauty of one of Quincy’s most…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s Fine Arts Department is presenting the “Haunted Hallway,” a Halloween exhibit, through Oct. 31 in the Heath Center Art Gallery on the Quincy campus at 48th and Harrison. This exhibit is free and open to the public Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to…
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QUINCY — The Second Tuesday of the Month program for October at Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries Second Tuesday program for October will be held 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 522 S. Eighth. Brenda Langan, lifestyle coordinator at Adams Pointe Assisted Living, is the scheduled presenter. Attendees will be making…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation is asking for the public’s help in deciding this year’s Dream Big staff choice award winner. This is the third year the award is being given out having been developed to recognize the extraordinary efforts of local educators. All faculty and staff of Quincy Public School District 172…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy teenager charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl pled not guilty Wednesday morning. Terrance Wilson, 16, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Robert Adrian. Public Defender John Citro was assigned to be Wilson’s counsel. Wilson’s case was placed on the December jury docket.…
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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. Mackenzie A. Bates and William Bates of Mendon sold a residence at 1030 N. Second in…
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Quincy — First Bankers Trust Company, N.A. (First Bankers), a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., and TI Trust are offering a complimentary fraud and scam prevention training at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 11. The training will be held at the Quincy Senior Center, 639 York. Lunch will be provided. Attendees will learn…
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QUINCY — The AAUW Quincy branch will hold a celebration dinner at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6, at Tony’s Too Restaurant at the Holiday Inn, 4821 Oak. Quincy Mayor Mike Troup will present a proclamation honoring the group. One hundred years ago, a group of women in Quincy wanted to do something to promote…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Sept. 1-30, 2023. Blake I. Parkhill from Juliana J. Parkhill on Sept. 6, 2023.Gary A. Kuhn from Patricia L. Mahoney Kuhn on Sept. 6, 2023.Christopher Allen Beaston from Stephanie Lynn Beaston on Sept. 7, 2023.Jason Obert from Jamie L. Obert on…
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QUINCY — Quincy Public Library recently announced a favorite reading event will return this fall in partnership with Quanada. Beginning Thursday, Oct. 26, Quincy Community Read will be giving away 1,000 copies of Stephanie Land’s book, “Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive.” The library will be giving away 500 copies…
Read Full Article Jeffrey D. Willingham, 61, of Quincy for Open Burning at 312 S. 11th St. NTA 155Olivia Willing, 18, of Quincy for Residential Burglary. NTA 122Joahua Rice, 31, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 112Harlie M. Virden, 30, of Quincy for Domestic Battery at 411 Oak St. Lodged 112Tyler M. Bozarth, 18, of Quincy for Speeding…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council learned during its Monday night meeting the renovation of City Hall could cost as much as $6.8 million. Director of Public Works Jeffrey Conte said during his presentation to aldermen that preliminary design work by Klingner and Associates is finished, and work on the final design and specifications is…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department now has Comirnaty, the current COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer-BioNTech, for individuals ages 12 years and older. The public will be notified as soon as the Pfizer-BioNTech 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to 11 years is received. This updated vaccine should work well against currently…
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QUINCY — Ameren recently announced an adjustment in its residential electric supply costs that will extend from October 2023 through May 2024. Ameren’s base rate for usage of up to 800 kilowatthours will be 8.104 cents per kilowatthour and 7.904 cents for each additional kilowatthour, according to Reg Ankrom, president of SIMEC Energy, a consultant…
Read Full Article Pierre Parrish, 38, of Quincy for No Valid DL and Uninsured Vehicle. NTA 179Joshua G. Evans, 44, of Quincy for Theft at 1205 N. 12th St. Lodged. 112Eric M. Becker, 27, Quincy, for aggravated battery and criminal damage over $500 at 1000 Maine. Lodged 120Alex Brown, 34, Quincy, for suspended registration and operating an uninsured…
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QUINCY — Quincy Transit Lines, in cooperation with the Quincy Regional Airport, is offering a shuttle bus to assist people who want to see the Tuskegee Airmen display at the airport on Saturday, Oct. 7. A shuttle will begin running at 9 a.m. from the Quincy Town Center and will leave every 45 minutes throughout…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins will host ghost tours at the Lincoln-era Log Cabin Village on Quinsippi Island from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 5. These tours will feature well-known ghost medium Kae Blecha divining the presence of those who once inhabited these 19th century cabins. Historical narratives will be…
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QUINCY — McDonald’s, 1301 Broadway, will celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day from 8 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4 in partnership with local law enforcement agencies. This national one-day event brings local police officers and citizens together – over coffee – to discuss community issues and build relationships in a safe environment.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council officially severed ties with Jim Baxter and Coalition Health, effective Jan. 1, 2024, when it approved Gallagher Insurance of Quincy as the broker for the city’s health insurance program for next year. Before aldermen unanimously voted in favor of the resolution, Greg Fletcher (R-1) asked, “This removes Jim Baxter…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Sept. 1-30, 2023. Ashley Marie Kramer, 36, of Quincy and Cody Thomas Dawson, 29, of Quincy filed on Sept. 1, 2023.Ericka Rose Obert, 25, of Quincy and Ethan Joseph Diestler, 25, of Green Bay, Wis., filed Sept. 5, 2023.Bradley Lynn Tietsort, 41, of…
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QUINCY — Ulmus Academy will be the host of “Swing, Soul & Rock n’ Roll” from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 13, at One event venue. Live music will be performed by St. Louis-based jump blues band, Sweetie and the Toothaches. Those attending will experience a nostalgic evening of music and dance to…
Read Full Article Lauren E. Terwelp, 26, Quincy, for Domestic Battery. Lodged 135Kelly M. Wortman, 43, Quincy, for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle, DWLS, Suspended Registration. NTA 184Donald R. Selman, 39, FTA DWLS. Lodged 135Patricia Voepel, 62, 280 N. Walnut, New Canton, for shoplifting at 5211 Broadway. NTA 112Zakkary Perry, 32, 320 Sycamore St., Quincy, for possession of cannabis…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Sheriff’s Department and the Quincy Police Department are asking people to be aware of someone trying to pass themselves off as a member of law enforcement and demanding money. Deputy Sheriff Pat Frazier said Monday people representing themselves as a law enforcement officer are seeking bond money for outstanding arrest…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Facebook Marketplace can be a great resource for buying and selling, especially within your local community. However, scams are nothing new on this platform, since it can be difficult to vet sellers and buyers. Last year, 18.7 percent of people who reported to Better Business Bureau that they lost money in a scam…
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Marlo D. Abbey, 42, last known address in the 1100 block of North 11th in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for unlawful delivery of methamphetamine. Abbey is 6 foot, 4 inches tall and 195 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can be found, call the Quincy…
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QUINCY — Arts Quincy recently was awarded the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Nonprofit Ethics. The program recognizes commitment to the highest level of nonprofit ethics and accountability. Arts Quincy is the first nonprofit in the region to become a two-time torch award winner, first receiving the award in 2017. In a press release,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine, will hold its annual Folk Life Festival from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7. Admission to the grounds is free. The Quincy Museum will present Stories ‘n Stones, a special program combining storytelling and Native American technology. This entertaining and informative presentation combines the storytelling talents…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation’s 11th annual Night to Dream Big gala will be held from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at the Ambiance. A Night to Dream Big is the largest fundraising event in the foundation’s annual campaign, which was launched Aug. 1, and runs through Jan. 30, 2024, with…
Read Full Article Jacob H. Swalley, 22, 628 Harrison St., Shoplifting at 5211 Broadway St. NTA 101Stanley T. Johnson, 43, 401 Elm St., Apt 17, Criminal Trespass, No Valid DL and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia at N. 5th St. and Vermont St. NTA 101Laren T. Barr, 56, 501 Broadway St., FTA Animal at Large at 501 Broadway St.…
Read Full Article Madison Walker, 23, of Quincy for FTA Fighting. Lodged 147Nicole Vonburg, 46, of Quincy for Speeding. NTA 147Rodney Fields, 37, of Chicago for No Valid Drivers License. NTA 147Katelyn Taylor, 34, of Mendon for Speeding. NTA 147Endia Collins, 20, of Hannibal, Mo., for Speeding. NTA 147Russell Miller, 59, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage. NTA 120Noah A. Clark, 19, 1012 N. 12th for Consumption…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently unveiled eight shows as a part of next year’s season, as well as a season tagline which is a line from the summer musical, “Newsies.” The 2024 season ticket is: Roald Dahl’s “Matilda the Musical” (Feb. 16-18 and Feb. 22-25) Student Theatre Production — Matilda the Musical revels in the anarchy…
Read Full Article Russell C Miller, 59, 512 Willow for Improper Lane Usage at 18th & Hampshire. NTA 120Jon M. Kelley, 37, 718 S. 8th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 18th & Broadway. NTA 125Michael A. Fitzpatrick, 69, Quincy, for operating an uninsured vehicle and suspended registration. NTA 176Alexander B. Bravo, 34, Quincy, for operating an uninsured vehicle…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Masonic High Twelve Club is sponsoring an exhibit called CAF Rise Above, which tells the stories of the Tuskegee Airmen, America’s first black military pilots, at Quincy Regional Airport on Oct. 4-7 and open to the public on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7, from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.…
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QUINCY — Great River Gaming Guild recently made a donation of $1,429 to the Quincy Public Library Children’s Department. Funds for the donation were raised through charity auctions and events at Quincon 36 and Fall-Con 2023.
Read Full Article Equanya Byrd, 48, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 124 Kendra Spegal, 22, of Hannibal, Mo., for Improper Turn. NTA 178 Chris Smith, 38, Rockport, for suspended registration and operating uninsured vehicle at 24th and State. NTA 179/177 Christian D. Virden, 28, of Quincy for FTA – No Insurance, DWLS, Disregard Stop Sign & FTA…
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QUINCY — A Plainville man facing seven counts of child pornography from a January arrest has agreed to plead guilty to a negotiated plea and will be sentenced next month. Joshua D. Cress, 43, of 371 Main in Plainville appeared in Adams County Circuit Court on Friday morning with Public Defender Christopher Pratt before Judge…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Gage and Victoria Mast of Quincy at 10:20 a.m. Sept. 21, 2023.A boy was born to Ed and Brandi Spoonmore of Quincy at 7:49 a.m. Sept. 22, 2023.A boy was born to Lance Uhlmeyer and Andrea Leone of Canton, Mo., at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 22, 2023.A girl was…
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QUINCY — The Home Builders Association of Quincy recently announced the Parade of Homes tour, which highlights the craftsmanship and innovation of local builders, designers and homeowners, will take place in both Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30. The Parade of Homes Tour is an opportunity for…
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QUINCY — The historic 1993 flood of the Upper Mississippi River caused billions of dollars in damages, displacing more than 74,000 people from their homes and disrupting the region’s transportation and economy. The Upper Mississippi River watershed has experienced more frequent flooding with higher river stages with major floods happening in 2008, 2013, 2014 and…
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QUINCY — A free tenant workshop for anyone who rents a house or apartment anywhere in Quincy will held on five consecutive Thursday nights beginning Oct. 5 at Bella Ease, 721 Broadway. The first session will start with a lunchbox dinner at 5:30 p.m. Programs will begin at 6 p.m. Each workshop will last approximately…
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QUINCY — A Friday night cookout could be the catalyst for more community involvement in revitalizing a basketball court in the northwest section of the city. Hamburgers, hot dogs and other refreshments will be available from 5-7 p.m. at the Penny Lewis Community Court, 818 N. Eighth. Mark Philpot, one of the organizers, hopes 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. Theodore W. Gallagher and Sarah Gallagher of Coralville, Iowa sold a residence at 1007 Peach Tree…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County Behavioral Health Team has created a helpful resource list and decision guide for the community. The purpose of the list and guide are to provide community members assistance in determining resources and actions in behavioral situations. In a press release, Stacey Juilfs, Community Building Council Behavioral…
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QUINCY — Right to Life supporters will join with pro-lifers in hundreds of other U.S. cities in a nationwide observance of the sanctity of life during the Life Chain from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 1. The Life Chain will assemble in Quincy on Broadway from 14th to 18th Streets. Life Chain is…
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QUINCY — Registration is now open for the 17th annual “Pink Pass It On in the District” 5K walk for breast cancer awareness. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 21, with speakers starting at 9:30 a.m. The walk begins in Washington Park and goes up and down Maine Street, concluding back in the…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will host Blazer Bash, a free community event for families and people of all ages on Saturday, Sept. 30. The event is outside from noon to 2 p.m. on the Quincy campus at 48th and Harrison. The event will feature a free lunch and a variety of family and…
Read Full Article Sydney Slater reports her red 2017 Kia was hit and run causing damage to her rear passenger side bumper while it was parked at 3738 Broadway. 109Aaron M. Nokes, 38, Mendon, for Violation of Conditions of Pretrial Release at 325 N. 14th. Lodged 111/144DaTona S. Ball, 32, 519 Grant for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 13th…
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QUINCY — Quincy High School will celebrate its homecoming weekend with a slate of events starting on Thursday, Sept. 28, with the homecoming parade immediately followed by a pep rally. The parade route will travel along Maine from 14th to 33rd. Step off will be at 6:30 p.m. with the pep rally immediately following the…
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QUINCY — The Miss Quincy Scholarship Program is accepting contestant applications for its annual Miss Quincy and Miss Quincy’s Teen competition, scheduled for Jan. 6, 2024, at Quincy Community Theatre. Held since 1948, the pageant empowers young women ages 13-28 by providing educational scholarships and opportunities for personal and professional growth. The areas of competition…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College Workforce Development Center, 2710 N. 42nd, is offering two specialized electrical troubleshooting and safety courses. Electrical Troubleshooting and Maintenance will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on two Fridays — Sept. 29 and Oct. 6. An NFPA 70E class is offered from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s four Catholic elementary schools — St. Peter, St. Francis, St. Dominic and Blessed Sacrament — recently joined to form a unified school system. What the finished product is going to look like, and how long it will take, is still to be determined. Bishop Thomas Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield asks for…
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QUINCY — The return of the Great River Film Festival has been postponed for a year. Mike Marx, one of the coordinators of the non-profit event, made the announcement Monday. The second annual festival had been scheduled for early October at Town and Country Suites, 110 N. 54th. Marx said plans are already underway to…
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QUINCY — Hy-Vee on Harrison will be the host of the inaugural Gem City Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 to celebrate the turning of the seasons. “We will have a big initiative to provide as many flu shots as possible,” said Brian Jansen, store manager at the 12th and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy teenager made his first appearance in Adams County Circuit Court on Tuesday and was charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault. Terrance Wilson, 16, who lives in the Indian Hills Housing Complex in Quincy, was arrested Monday. Because of Wilson’s age and the nature of the offenses, Wilson’s case…
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QUINCY — A youth pastor at a Quincy church facing sexual abuse and pornography charges has agreed to a plea negotiation that will cap his sentence to the Illinois Department of Corrections at 14 years. Isaiah Mikkelson, 22, of 3340 Wynstone Drive appeared with Springfield-based attorney William Vig on Tuesday morning in Adams County Circuit…
Read Full Article Marty L. Owsley, 59, Quincy, for Criminal Trespass to Residence, NTA 180Michael Hill, 27, 516 N. 6th, Quincy, for domestic battery at that address. Lodged 109Blain P. Faught, 25, Mendon, for DWLSJoshua M. Wilcox, 32, La Harpe, for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 111Zakkary Perry, 32, 320 Sycamore, Quincy, on warrants for FTA – unlawful…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will host its annual homecoming weekend Sept. 28 through Oct. 1, with numerous events planned for alumni, students and the community. Festivities kick off on Thursday, Sept. 28, with the homecoming parade and the annual balloon glow block party. Weekend events include the Chuck French Memorial Golf Tournament, the QU baseball…
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QUINCY — Registration is underway for the second Karter K 5K Run/Walk. This event helps Blessing Health System maternity unit patients who experience stillbirth with their medical expenses. The Karter K 5K will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, on the Bill Klingner Trail in Bob Mays Park on North 18th Street between…
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QUINCY — Rotary’s Oktoberfest returns to The District and QUBA (Quincy Brewery Arts) with more to do, more to see and three high-energy bands. Admission is free on Saturday, Sept. 30, from noon until 10 p.m. in the German Historic District outside of QUBA’s Dick Brothers Brewery on York Street between Ninth and 10th Streets.…
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QUINCY — City of Quincy Engineering Director Steve Bange gave aldermen hope that some roads through Quincy might be a bit less bumpy in the not-too-distant future. Those roads that are in the jurisdiction of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), anyway. Bange gave the Quincy City Council a look at IDOT’s long-term project plans…
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QUINCY — Treasurer Linda Moore and Comptroller Sheri Ray have been working on tracking down money paid to the city’s third party administrator and money that had previously been unaccounted for. Moore and Ray went before the Quincy City Council Monday night ad reported the city has spent nearly $1.98 with Coalition Health since since…
Read Full Article Kendra S. Spegal, 22, of Hannibal, Mo., for Improper Turn at 4th & Lind St. NTA 178Aimee J. Glasbie, 23, of Quincy for No Valid DL & Operating Uninsured at 12th & Chestnut St. NTA 124/130Nicholas E. Dellar, 26, of 817 North 9th for PTR-Retail Theft at 7th and Harrison. Lodged 176Randy NMI Smith, 55,…
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QUINCY — Judge Roger Thomson called Bradley Yohn “the most reprehensible person ever before me” during his career in law before sentencing him on Monday afternoon to 130 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. A 10-man, two-woman jury determined on July 17 that Yohn was guilty of the crimes he committed on Nov. 9,…
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Shawn P. Lalond, 32, last known address in the 300 block of North 13th in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for possession of methamphetamine and a petition to revoke probation. Lalond is 5 foot, 10 inches tall and 165 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can…
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QUINCY — A second Quincy man involved in the Feb. 17, 2022, death of a 67-year-old man in his home was sentenced Monday morning to 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Devere Gholston, 28, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with attorney Jen Kusmer with the St. Louis firm of Frank, Juengel and Radefeld before…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold its annual fundraising event, “Tailgate to Celebrate,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. This evening offers a live and silent auction, games, raffles and more. Local businesses and volunteers donate their time and merchandise for the event. The dollars raised will…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Golden K Kiwanis Club is taking orders for Claxton fruitcakes for the holiday season. Order for yourself or your business. Other options include participating in the “Sponsor a Vet” program to say thank you to a veteran or sponsoring a senior citizen program to give seniors a holiday treat. Fruitcakes are priced…
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QUINCY — The Northern Lights will come alive with a Quincy Symphony Orchestra performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, in Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. Taking as inspiration a Canadian children’s story, “The Legend of the Northern Lights” is a fusion of science and fantasy that captures the imaginations of all ages, seamlessly…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Housing Authority recently received $4 million in grants to address lead-based paint in Indian Hills apartments and asbestos flooring in units throughout the city. Jerry Gille, director of the Quincy Housing Authority, learned last week the QHA is receiving $1.75 million through the Capital Fund Lead-Based Paint program and $2.25 million through the…
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DECATUR, Ill. — Millikin University recently received a gift from the estate of Charles Lugo, Class of 1950, which will support several projects and scholarship funds across campus. In a press release, Millikin Alumni and Development senior development director Dan Baker said, “Mr. Lugo’s six-figure gift will support the Campus Renovation Fund, the Student Retention…
Read Full Article Amanda N. Wyckoff, 44, of 629 Woodbridge Dr. for Criminal Damage to Property (Less than $500) at 1030 Diana Dr. NTA 124/130Landon V. Miller, 20, of 931 State Street for Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer and Resisting a Peace Officer at 9th and York. Lodged 120/161Brandon M. J. Schutte, 26, of Springfield for Fighting at…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Javier Verduzio and Vanessa Lucas of Quincy at 2:32 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A boy was born to Dalton Halloway and Taylor Lung of Quincy at 11:50 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A girl was born to Jerad Sanders and Cori Moore of Mendon at 2:11 p.m. Sept. 15, 2023.A girl…
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QUINCY — Illinois residents with oil-based paint, old household cleaning supplies, lawn and garden chemicals and other types of household hazardous waste who are looking to clear them out of their basements and garages can dispose of these materials from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Adams County Highway Department, 101…
Read Full Article Jacie D. Wilson, 22, of Quincy for FTA – Truancy at 3rd & College Ave. Lodged. 147/139Keith A. Durran, 34, of Quincy for TOF – Theft (Felony) and Resisting Arrest at 1005 Broadway St. Lodged 178Vickie Mims, 73, of Quincy reported on 09/13/23 that her storage unit at Quincy Mini-Storage, 2925 Wisman Ln., was entered…
Read Full Article Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is recognized every September by organizations around the world to raise funds for children affected by cancer. If you’re planning to donate to the cause this month, do your research first. That way, you can be confident your donation is being put to good use. Major charitable movements can sometimes attract…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County’s annual Woodland Cemetery ghost tours will be held beginning Saturday, Oct. 7 and continue every Saturday in October. The tour also will be offered on Halloween night. Daily tour times available are 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. The walking event at…
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QUINCY — Quincy University alumna Jarja Phillips, Class of 1998, will be the featured speaker at the President’s Leadership Breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28 in the QU Cafeteria, 18th and Lind. Phillips is the vice president and head of human resources for Kohl’s Department Stores Division. She is responsible for…
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