Adams County, Illinois
Park Board President Mark Philpot has a message for those who are vandalizing town property: “Whoever’s doing it, stop it… Just stop. Find something else to do. Go read a book.” Recent vandalism included the use of a firework to flow up a steel trash can, messing with a Porta Potty, and destroying golf course…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA has announced the official launch of Iron Bridge CrossFit, a powerful new wellness initiative designed to empower individuals and strengthen community through high-intensity functional fitness. This exciting new program is led by Jason Coplan, the YMCA’s wellness director and a CF-L1 CrossFit coach. With years of coaching experience and…
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Ulmus Academy has announced the appointment of Jason Watkins as its new headmaster. After a three-year-long search for a permanent headmaster, the Ulmus Academy board unanimously voted to hire Watkins. In a press release, founder and director Jennifer Wiemelt said, “Jason’s personality, years of experience in management, teaching background and outside-the-box thinking combine to make…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Youth Chorus invites area singers to join them for their 30th season of performances. Girls, and boys with unchanged voices, in grades three through 12 are invited to audition. Founded in 1995, QAYC is a performing and educational outreach program that supplements school and church choirs. Students gain vocal training…
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QUINCY — In partnership with the Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County (HSQAC), The Victory Belles will perform a special presentation at Quincy Community Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. The event will also feature 12th Street Brass. The Victory Belles of The National WWII Museum are a charming vocal trio who serenade…
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Every June, a select group of high school students from across Illinois leave their rural communities to spend a week taking in the historic sights and bustling energy of the nation’s capital. This year 48 students, sponsored by 25 Illinois electric and telephone cooperatives, took part in the 2025 Youth Tour to visit Washington, D.C.,…
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Everyone has experienced the moment, trying to get out the door, running late, and looking helplessly for something you can’t find. Where is your favorite bracelet, the one that reminds you of your mom because you purchased it together? Where is your lucky necklace? In with the Permanent Jewelry trend: where metal chains are welded…
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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. Eric Gauer and Alexandra Sue Gauer of Watertown, S.D., sold a residence at 1208 S. 28th…
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Braden Barnes, 31, of Quincy for Peace Disturbance.Eric D. Hicks, 46, of Quincy for FTA Aggravated Identity Theft, Theft Over, UUW and Domestic Assault (in Pike County) at 624 Spruce St. Lodged 147/181Noemi Arguelles, 24, of Texas for No Valid DL and Uninsured Vehicle.Gregory Eversden, 76, of Quincy for Fail to Yield Right of Way.Noah…
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QUINCY — Applications are now being accepted by Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences for its new diagnostic medical sonography program. The first class of 10 students will begin studies in fall of this year. Medical sonography is a field within radiology. It uses soundwaves to produce images of internal organs and blood vessels.…
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QUINCY — Judge Christopher Pratt has officially launched his campaign to be elected as At-Large Circuit Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for the March 2026 Republican Primary and November 2026 General Election. Pratt was appointed to the position by the Illinois Supreme Court in June 2024 after being unanimously recommended by a local selection…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Council concurred with the Plan Commission’s recommendation to deny Hope House’s request for a Special Permit to allow the use of 2122 Jefferson Street as a maternity house for pregnant mothers at risk of homelessness. Despite four citizens speaking during Public Comment in favor of Hope House, there was almost no…
Read Full Article Nicole D. Ruble, 32, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Aggravated Battery. Lodged 173Kaleb J. Myers, 18, of Belleville for Stop Sign Violation at Bonansinga Dr. & Cedar St. NTA 181David J. Rogers, 20, of Warsaw for No Valid Driver’s License at 4th and Oak. NTA 184Kordell N. Tucker, 28, of Quincy for Improper…
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QUINCY – Quincy Fire Department and Tri-Township Fire Department responded to a large fire on the property at the former Doyle Manufacturing site at 40th and Broadway Monday evening. Fire crews got the call at 7:40 pm, according to Quincy Fire Chief Steve Salrin. Billows of smoke could be seen from downtown and, upon arrival,…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was sentenced to six years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on firearms and drug trafficking charges Monday. Circuit Judge Holly Henze sentenced Jeffrey T. Bennett, 47, to six years for possession of a firearm by a felon and manufacturing and possession with intent to deliver cannabis of more than…
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Kaitlyn E. QuincyFemale 28 and D.O.B. 9/30/96 5’2”, 120 lbs Brown Hair Blue Eyes LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1500 BLOCK OF SOUTH 5TH ST, QUINCY She is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office on the following charge: Possession of Meth If you know where Kaitlyn Quincy can be found, please call the Quincy Regional Crime…
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QUINCY — TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) will empower the next generation of changemakers through philanthropy. The Community Foundation is seeking applications from high school students for a new youth philanthropy program, TAG: Teens Active in Grantmaking. Designed to introduce philanthropy to Quincy teens, TAG members will step into the role of grantmakers, helping to…
Read Full Article Keyro A. Salazar, 40, of Quincy for Operate Motor Vehicle With Suspended Registration at 6th/Spruce. NTA 184/173Keeauna M. Scheufele, 19, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 11th/State. NTA 132Heather N. Girouard, 47, of Quincy for Vandalism at 2215 Jefferson. NTA 104Justin Rupp reports his 2024 Jeep was spray painted while parked in the…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission will host two special ceremonies during the 2025 Adams County Fair to honor local businesses and churches for their longstanding service to the community. Being honored at the fair will be businesses that have operated in Adams County for 100–149 years and churches that have served Adams…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Levi and Debie Cochenour of Hannibal, Mo., at 7:06 p.m. June 28, 2025.A girl was born to Jessica Bezely of Quincy at 4:45 p.m. July 1, 2025.A boy was born to Chace and Alexis Shaffer of Ursa at 9:07 p.m. July 1, 2025.A girl was born to Colton…
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MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Todd Hastings with Hope House of Quincy as he tries to find a home for expectant mothers who need assistance. The issue, which was not supported by the Quincy Plan Commission, goes before the full Quincy City Council Monday night. Below is the letter Hastings sent to Quincy aldermen…
Read Full Article Kelsey A. Hickman, 33, of Quincy for Fireworks at 500 block of N. 8th St. NTA 108Jermaine D. Walker, 46, of Quincy for Fireworks at 10th/Lind. NTA 161Jodawn M. Seiz, 29, of Quincy for Retail Theft at Menards. NTA 130Amy J. Huls, 50, of Carthage for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 161Makena Ash reports her…
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QUINCY — Several streets in Quincy will be closed in the upcoming days for various repairs. Streets to be closed include: Motorists are advised to use an alternative travel route and drive with extreme caution.
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QUINCY — Quincyan Steven Peters will be competing on American Ninja Warrior airing from Las Vegas on Monday, July 7. Peters is a graduate of Quincy Notre Dame High School and is employed as a firefighter with the city of Quincy. He is also a drill sergeant in the US Army Reserve. Peters will have…
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QUINCY – The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 617 College at about 4:15 p.m. Saturday. Engine Companies #2, #4, #6, and Incident Command were initially called and Engine #5 was requested immediately due to high temperatures and heat index. On arrival, crews observed heavy smoke and fire coming from windows…
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