Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — The “Everybody Wins” Mega Raffle mega drawings will take place on Friday, May 19, begining at 8 a.m. Thirty-five prizes, totaling more than $140,000, will be announced on Facebook Live and on 97.9 KICK-FM. All prize winners will be posted at QuincyMegaRaffle.org by 9 a.m. Friday. In a press release, Kurt Stuckman, executive…
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QUINCY — Ernst & Young, LLP, recently announced that Paul Reitz, CEO and president of Titan International, Inc., has been named an Entrepreneur Of The Year Midwest Award finalist. Now in its 37th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is one of the preeminent competitive business awards for entrepreneurs and leaders of high-growth companies. Reitz was…
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Now is a good time to buy a used car, but read BBB’s tips first to avoid pitfalls like subpar vehicles and predatory lending practices. U.S. News & World Report reports May is one of the best months to buy a car because dealers may offer discounts on old inventory after the spring auto show season, especially…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — Jensen Woods Camp has an opportunity to raise $10,000 for the camp and scholarships for future campers. An anonymous donor, a lover of Jensen Woods Camp who believes every child should have the opportunity to go to camp, has volunteered to match any donations to the camp up to $5,000. People…
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QUINCY — Altrusa recently awarded four $1,000 scholarships to students from Adams County for the 2023-24 academic year. These scholarships originated from a fund sponsored by Patricia and Leonard Kramer in May 1998. Recipients of the Patricia and Leonard Kramer Memorial Scholarships are: Traditional: Non-Traditional:
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QUINCY — The Mary Weems Barton Quincy Public Library Foundation is announcing its Quincy Public Library online auction, scheduled to run Monday through Saturday, May 15-20. The online auction will feature an extensive selection of items donated by community members, local businesses and library supporters. Participants can to find items ranging from weekend getaways, local business…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Chaddock will be the host of a drive-thru interview event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, in the parking lot of the main campus at 205 S. 24th. Entry-level, daytime, nighttime and degree opportunities are available. Applicants will interview on the spot without leaving their vehicle. Lunch will be…
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QUINCY — Dr. William Dixon, associate professor and director of Southern Illinois University Family Medicine and Residency Program in Quincy, recently gave a national presentation at the American Academy of Family Physicians Residency Leadership Summit held in Kansas City, Mo. His presentation was titled, “Structured Interviews: How to Recruit Terrific Residents While Advancing Equity.” This…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is celebrating all mothers on Sunday, May 14 by giving them free admission to The Kroc Center during its operating hours of noon-6 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring mothers to the community center to enjoy the many activities the Kroc Center has…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in the Adams County Circuit Court April 1-30, 2023. Kameron Brett Bridgeman, 39, of Quincy and Amber Lane Tietsort, 43, of Golden filed April 5, 2023.Laci Ann Daggs, 39, of Quincy and Jeremy Scott Wolfe, 40, of Quincy filed April 5, 2023.Dean Francis Peters Jr., 36, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will have its 160th commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 13, in Quincy University’s football stadium, 20th and Sycamore. The spring graduating class is comprised of 146 undergraduates with an additional 32 graduate degree recipients. The procession will be led by university marshal, Robert Mejer, distinguished professor of art,…
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QUINCY — The 20th annual “Cop on a Rooftop” event to benefit Special Olympics Illinois will take place from 5 a.m.-noon Friday, May 19. Local law enforcement will be on the roof at Quincy’s Dunkin’ Donuts, 2602 Broadway, to help raise funds and awareness for the Special Olympics athletes. The local goal is to raise…
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SPRINGFIELD — John Wood Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa organization recently attended the All-Illinois Community College Academic Team recognition ceremony. Attending the ceremony were JWCC advisor and English instructor Jennifer Grindstaff, JWCC Dean of Students and Enrollment Management Tracy Orne and Phi Theta Kappa member Catharine Miller of Pittsfield, who is majoring in elementary education.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department responded to a report of a fire at a home at 2024 Chestnut early Friday morning. When the first crew arrived a little after 1:30 a.m., smoke and flames were coming from the house, but all of the homes occupants were out, but one suffered a minor burn to…
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QUINCY — Quincy Art Center is inviting Artists and art collectors to submit artwork for its 100th anniversary exhibit, “Reflect on the Past, Engage with the Present, and Imagine the Future.” All artwork will be accepted, and it’s for art collectors as well as artists. All art mediums are welcome, and a written statement or…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center is seeking local high school students and 2023 graduates to apply for three paid summer student employee positions through our Illinois Arts Council Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Project Grant. There are two education assistant positions and a marketing sssistant position. Applicants should be interested in pursuing careers…
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QUINCY — American Legion Post 37 of Quincy is asking for volunteers to help place and remove flags by each veteran’s headstone at Sunset Cemetery for Memorial Day weekend. Placement will begin at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, and removal will be at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 30. In case of rain, dates will be…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will be the host of a community yard sale from noon to 4 p.m. Friday, May 26, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 27 in the JWCC Student Activity Center, 1301 S. 48th. The sale will feature JWCC surplus items such as networking equipment, decommissioned computers, computer monitors,…
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The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is asking people to be aware of someone trying to pass themselves off as a member of the department and demanding bond money. Sheriff Tony Grootens said a man was representing himself as a law enforcement officer and seeking bond money for outstanding arrest warrants. Grootens said the Sheriff’s Office…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Mendon Fire Protection District will hold its second FireFest at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 13, at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Mendon. Admission is free. The event will feature a variety of activities. The event will kick off at 10 a.m. with a trap shoot coordinated by the Mendon Unity Trap…
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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. Ryan Hanson of Pittsfield sold a residence at 1100 S. 20th in Quincy to Jill M. Hart…
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QUINCY — Bella Ease, 707 Broadway, will be holding a community give-back event from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, May 12. Bella Ease has partnered with several community businesses to give out laundry and cleaning supplies, food and personal hygiene items to anyone in the community. To register, contact Bella Ease at 217-209-0632 Donations for the…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Donald Irwin and Shalisha Clayton of Quincy at 12:53 a.m. Apr. 29, 2023.A girl was born to Tilar Rogers and Nichole Birky of Wyaconda, Mo., at 4:32 a.m. Apr. 30, 2023.A boy was born to Jared and Summer Dittmer of Quincy at 11:32 a.m. May 1, 2023.A boy…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command recently unmasked Drew Quintero as the fan favorite at the organization’s fundraiser, Unmasking the Singer. This head-to-head singing competition, where Quincy and Hannibal area celebrities and community members donned mascot costumes and sang for votes, was held Friday, April 28. This year’s event raised money for The…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council designated 1550 Maine as a landmark on Sept. 6, 2022, and the Quincy Preservation Commission delivered the landmark designation on April 22. If a property is protected by city ordinance, specific exterior features unique to the property can only be altered/removed with permission from the Quincy Preservation Commission. Landmark…
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