Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — The Quincy Family YMCA and Kelly’s Tavern announce the 41st annual Kelly’s Fun Run/Walk at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, March 10, at Kelly’s Tavern. Participants will walk or run the 5K course through the heart of Quincy, all while supporting vital health and wellness programs at the YMCA. The race offers: Sponsors are Kelly’s…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Community Banks recently announced it has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks 2024 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. This survey of more than 35,000 people included more than 140,000 reviews of regional banks and credit unions. “We are thrilled to be acknowledged as one of the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — During its regular meeting on February 21, John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved discounting two dual credit tuition rates to expand access to students seeking college credit in high school. JWCC courses taught in person at a high school by that school’s instructor will be discounted from $170 per credit hour…
Read Full Article QUINCY — People who recently moved in Quincy or are new to living in Quincy have until March 7 to opt out of the city’s Municipal Aggregation Electricity Program. People who do not opt out before that date will have been deemed to have authorized and agreed to be enrolled in the program. All residents of…
Read Full Article Nicole Dunaway, 35, 2524 Lexi Lane, Stealing at 5211 Broadway, Walmart. NTA 122Glenn Vaughn, 39, 1846 Oak, Improper turn at 20th and Spring. NTA 122Cody Wedding, 29, 2026 S. Sheridan, Trespassing at 339 1/2 S. 7th. NTA 169Breanne E. Scott, 40, 1322 S. 17th for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. 120Donald E. Powell, 70, 300 Chestnut…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy man is in the Adams County Jail after being arrested last week in possession of at least one pound of methamphetamine. The Illinois State Police conducted a traffic stop in Quincy on Feb. 12. A canine assisted during the stop and found a large amount of methamphetamine, leading to the arrest…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame had 12 students from the class of 2024 selected as Illinois State Scholars. This award is given annually by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to those who rank in the top 10 percent of high school seniors in the state. Selection is based on a combination of ACT or SAT…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Dimaggio Trotter and Timery Danner of Jacksonville at 11:37 p.m. Feb. 7, 2024.A girl was born to John and Christie Wert of Quincy at 6:41 a.m. Feb. 8, 2024.A girl was born to Zac Taylor and Kailyn Day of Dallas City at 2:38 p.m. Feb. 8, 2024.A girl…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group recently hired Dr. Ellen Pratt, who specializes in allergy and immunology. She will be working alongside Dr. Jason Knuffman. Holding board certifications from the American Board of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American Board of Pediatrics, Pratt earned her bachelor of science degree in biology from the University of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Aldermen approved an ordinance at Tuesday’s Quincy City Council meeting that waived city regulations preventing the sale of alcohol within 500 feet of a park. By an 8-5 vote, aldermen approved granting a liquor license, which is necessary by state law to operate video gaming terminals, for 1002 N. 24th and 1006 N.…
Read Full Article Brooke N. Failor, 38, 2036 Spring St., Retail Theft at 1400 Harrison St. NTA 148Kayle J. Dyer, 31, 2918 Harrison St., Battery at 1708 Broadway St. on 02/10/2024. NTACassandra Marquez, 19, Washington, Iowa, Failure to Reduce at N. 8th St. and Locust St. 136Kisha J. Watson, 49, Quincy, was arrested on a ticket on file…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Small business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend a Lunch and Learn event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, at the JWCC Workforce Development Center, 2710 N. 42nd. Presented by Andy Skattebo of BrickStreet Digital, this event aims to demystify the applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in day-to-day business…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Impact Global will sponsor Taste of Tri-States, a multicultural and business expo, from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24. The expo will be held at 639 York. The event will celebrate diversity, heritage and history during Black History Month. The expo will include live performances and cultural experiences. Vendors will be…
Read Full Article Caleb W. Gottman, 38, 3701 Tonja Dr. for Stealing. 112Landon V. Humphrey, 18, Payson, for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 184Jasmine L. Perez-Echols, 21, 2225 N. 12th for Pike Co. FTA Possession of Alcohol. Lodged 173Carrie A. Darnell, 47, 1524 Lew Ct. for Improper Lane Usage. 132Melody R. Mangham, 20, of Pearl for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle…
Read Full Article George E. Scott, 43, last known address in the 1300 block of Washington in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for threatening a public official and aggravated fleeing. Scott is 5-foot-9 tall and 160 pounds with a black hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can be found, call the Quincy…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Humane Society is partnering with the United Way of Adams County to be the hosts of a Queen of Hearts raffle that will kick off Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Drive. The raffle consists of a gameboard containing a deck of 54 cards numbered, sealed and placed facedown.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — SIU Center for Family Medicine-Quincy has announced Stacy Miller as its February Employee of the Month. Miller is the office manager and has been employed with SIU since September 2021. As office manager, Miller is responsible for creating and updating faculty, provider and resident physician clinic and rotation schedules and uploading those into…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The University of Illinois Extension Adams County Master Gardeners will be the host of the 28th annual Gardener’s Palette from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York. Jeff Vancil from Hart’s Nursery in Bushnell will be this year’s keynote speaker and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College Business and Industry Training is offering a series of three classes which focus on characteristics of effective leaders, ethics, service and both leadership and communication skills — with a special emphasis on listening and engaging with others effectively. All classes are open to the public. No application is necessary,…
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. M6 Enterprises, LLC of Quincy sold a residence at 1011 Ohio in Quincy to Joseph M.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes will take place at noon on Sunday, Feb. 25, at QU Stadium, 1301 N. 20th. Registration will begin at 10:45 a.m. Registered participants must raise a minimum of $100 to plunge and receive a Polar Plunge hooded sweatshirt. People who…
Read Full Article Dusty Carson, 36, of Quincy for Battery. NTA 148Derek Hasselbrink, 47, of Quincy for FTA Burglary, FTA Failure to Reg as a Sex Offender, and new charge of Failure to Reg as a Sex Offender. 250Randy Smith, 55, of Quincy for Improper Backing. 108Nicholas Bingham, 26, of Quincy Fail to Reduce Speed. 148James Heckenkamp, 89,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — No one likes doing their taxes, but filing early may help you avoid tax fraud this year. Tax scams are among the types of fraud most frequently reported to BBB, and scammers often impersonate the IRS. Their goal is either to get your personal information for tax identity theft or to trick you…
Read Full Article Jeremy W. Williams, 41, 619 Cherry St., Improper Lane Usage at 2137 Jersey St. 169Rachael H. Brown, 46, 1456 Wormans Rd., Speeding and Operating Uninsured. 147Dara L. Poppe, 34, Hannibal, Mo., Speeding. 147Casey N. Anderson, 36, Camp Point, Speeding. 147Triston J. Moore, 20, 1601 S. 24th St., Speeding. 147Kristy L. May, 50, 3490 Timberline Dr.,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Dorothy Quincy Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution recently announced the winners of the 2024 DAR Good Citizen Awards from five local area high schools. The administrators choose the senior in their school that best demonstrates the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism and submit a packet of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy home was damaged Friday morning when a vehicle crashed into the side of it. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department responded at 7:52 a.m. Friday to a report of a traffic crash where a vehicle had struck a house in the 4000 block of North 12th Street. Amy Miller was…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Monday, Feb. 19, in observance of Presidents’ Day and will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, Feb. 20. Central Services also will be closed Monday. The Quincy City Council meeting will be moved to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 20, and be held in the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Local citizens recently were called to participate in a national prayer outreach to oppose reproductive choice and abortion rights. However, no one showed up. Forty Days for Life, a peaceful prayer outreach, announced in January its plans to come to Quincy beginning Wednesday, Feb. 14. The outreach was scheduled to run through March…
Read Full Article Christina Kelley, 19, of Quincy for Retail Theft. 104Mitchell Watson, 52, of Quincy for DWLR. 101Nathan Stanley, 22, of Iowa for Improper Turn. 104Ausitn Golay, 23, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured and Suspended Reg.Derek Eger, 31, 2828 Lind St. on a City OV for Speeding. Lodged 136Thomas D. Toolate, 34, Quincy, was arrested on a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University recently announced temporary adjustments to its enrollment policies due to delays in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the U.S. Department of Education. “In past years, admitted students who filed their FAFSA in the fall would have financial aid offers from many colleges on their short lists, including Quincy University,…
Read Full Article The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Jan. 1-31, 2024. Rodney A. Threet from Chell A. Threet on Jan. 3, 2024.Kevin J. Lasley from Angela N. Miller on Jan. 4, 2024.Austin J. Nutt from Cheyenne B. M. Nutt on Jan. 11, 2024.Melissa R. Clay from Arthur Clay on…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Emily Peters and Patrick Milford, owners of Golden Collective, a Quincy-inspired lifestyle small business, will be hosting 217 Day at Quincy Brewing Company from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17. The day will offer the opportunity to “sip and shop” from various Quincy vendors. Vendors participating are: Golden Collective founded 217 Day…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Pancheros Mexican Grill now is open at 3015 Broadway. It’s the restaurant’s fourth location in Illinois. Pancheros Mexican Grill offers “Burritos Better Built” – incorporating fresh-pressed tortillas, delicious queso and high-quality ingredients seamlessly mixed together using BOB the Tool, a signature brand device designed to create equally balanced bites. The brand also offers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Registrations are being taken for Blessing Health’s no-cost cholesterol screening from 7 to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. A 12-hour fast before the test is required, as is an appointment. Visit events.blessinghealth.org and search “cholesterol.” Click the blue “Register” button at the top right…
Read Full Article Michael D. Kuch, 40, Quincy for Stealing, NTA 108Christina Kelley, 39, of Quincy for 2 counts of Felony Retail Theft. 108Austin Golay, 23, of Quincy FTA DWLS. 104Sara D. Shoop, 30, Quincy, FTA Forgery. Lodged 113Donna M. Rudicil, 43, Knox City, Mo., for FTA Burglary. Lodged 162Megan L. Jeffries, 32, 825 York for Domestic Battery.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy woman was injured in a single-vehicle crash on North 24th Street on Wednesday afternoon. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a crash on North 24th Street north of Weiss Lane. A 2015 GMC driven by Becky Hartley, 60, was traveling south on North 24th when it left the west side…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Emma Taylor, a first-year student at John Wood Community College and member of the livestock judging team, emerged victorious in the recent Denver Carload Contest at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colo. Taylor earned the title of national champion in the Denver Carload contest, during which 123 participants from 28 schools…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College, in collaboration with the JWCC Ag Alumni, has established the JWCC Agriculture Hall of Fame as part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the college. This initiative aims to honor alumni, past faculty and staff as well as friends of the JWCC agricultural education program for their professional achievements,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Bay City Performing Arts Foundation will present “Bay City Live!: A Night Under the Moonlit Sky” at The Corinthian Event Center, 415 Hampshire, beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24. The evening will feature a performance by Vancil Performing Arts Center’s Bay City Dance Troupe and an appearance by local band Prospect…
Read Full Article James A. McColez, 57, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing at 932 Hampshire. Lodged. 161Kenden DJ Dawson Jr., 19, of Quincy for Driving on Suspended License, Suspended Registration, and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 24th and State. NTA 142Billy J, Lehenbauer, 41, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 8th and Jersey. NTA 147Jeff Stupavsky reports the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University will be the host of its sixth annual QU Alumni Day on Thursday, Feb. 15, in honor of the university’s first day of classes in February 1860. Alums are encouraged to wear a QU alumni button and QU gear to work and attend the day’s events. In a press release, Maureen…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum will hold its second entry in the History of Happy Hour program series at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15 at the museum, 128 N. Fifth. The talk, titled “Slavery and Freedom in the Tri-States: A Case Study of The September 1853 Dedication of Canton’s Christian University,” will be led…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Laura Gramke, Jacob Scholz and Mark Stephens have joined the Blessing Foundation Board of Trustees. Gramke is a full-time mother of four, a volunteer at her children’s school and self-employed part-time in real estate hospitality. Gramke is a graduate of Culver Stockton College with a degree in elementary education. Scholz, an attorney, is…
Read Full Article Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips are out and about to give you tips on good eats around the region with our new “Taste of the Town” segment. The first stop is in Quincy at Tower Pizza and Mexican. Of course, the visit ends with Margaritas! SeeQuincy brings you “Taste of the Town”.
Read Full Article QUINCY — No occupants were found in a house fire Monday afternoon at 535 N. Eighth. A press release from the Quincy Fire Department says firefighters responded to a report of a house fire and several other calls for smoke coming from the roof. The first crews arrived on the scene at 12:34 p.m. and…
Read Full Article Rachel Keppler, 23, 217 Stadium Drive, Apt. 7 for stealing at 5211 Broadway St. NTA 122Gage A. Rudd, 18, LaBelle, Mo., Improper Left Turn at Gardner Expressway and Jefferson. 126Tara M. Johnson, 38, Quincy for domestic battery in the 800 block of South 8th. Lodged 134/185Cody L. Fox, 35, of Quincy for FTA – Possession…
Read Full Article Devin J. Milsap, 35, last known address in the 700 block of College in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for forgery and domestic battery. Milsap is 5-foot-9 tall and 270 pounds with a black hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can be found, call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — An exhibit covering the Prohibition years in the Quincy area is installed at the History Museum on the Square at 332 Maine, and a “Rendezvous at the Blind Tiger” party from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16, will open the exhibit. The unusual name for the event is a combination of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — St. Francis Holy Name Ash Wednesday fish fry will have serving hours of 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 14. The menu includes catfish filets, American potato salad, baked beans, mac and cheese and desserts prepared by the St. Francis Ladies Society. Cost is $13 with a drive-thru option offered. QUINCY — Quincy…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Luther Memorial Church, 1210 Jersey, will hold its Shrove Tuesday pancake dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13 in the fellowship hall in the basement. A free-will offering will be accepted. Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Tuesday, marks the beginning of the Lenten season, a time of reflection and…
Read Full Article A girl was born to Alec and Ashley Cain of Payson at 8:32 a.m. Jan. 30, 2024.A girl was born to Lauren Marley of Quincy at 3:27 p.m. Jan. 30, 2024.A boy was born to Colton Benymer and Crystal McGlothlin of Timewell at 3:00 a.m. Jan. 31, 2024.A boy was born to Kaleb and Bailey…
Read Full Article Melissa R. Flavell, 35, Homeless for FTA Domestic Battery. Lodged 124Isaac W. Hiilderbrand, 37, 535 N. 8th for FTA Driving while License Revoked. Lodged 176Shea D. Winokur, 26, 1222 S. 8th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 7th & State. 126Raymond A. Criner, 35, 701 1/2 S. 12th for Violation of Order of Protection. Lodged 162Ashlyn…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Within parks, streams and native prairies, University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists serve as environmental stewards in their communities. Master Naturalists in west-central Illinois volunteered more than 460 hours in 2023. Illinois Extension is now opening registration for the next training slated for this spring. The course begins April 3. In a press…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Service Club is giving people an opportunity to recognize someone who has been a selfless volunteer or has worked tirelessly on behalf of the community. The club will present its 72nd annual Golden Deeds award during a luncheon in May at the Elks Club. The club is accepting nominations through March…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Mart Heinen Athletic Booster Club will be the host of its 34th annual John Funke Memorial Chili Cook-Off from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb, 18, at the Health and Fitness Center, 18th and Oak. The event is open to the public and features all-you-can-eat chili and soup tasting.…
Read Full Article PALOMA, Ill. — The Adams Brown County Old Settlers pageant program will hold a trivia night beginning at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Paloma Community Building. Check-in for the event will begin at 5:30 p.m. Those attending are welcome to bring snacks and drinks. Cost to enter is $100 for teams 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. 1st Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Blue Girls Huffy Bike 1-4-24 00252 Green Boys BMX Bike 1-4-24 00252 Black…
Read Full Article Rachel Scheiferdecker, 45, and Gregory Scheiferdecker, 57, both of Quincy for Stealing.Connie Sibbing, 62, of Quincy for Disobey Stop-Light. 178Hope Shriver, 28, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Vehicle. 113Zaela J. Schaffer, 19, 9205 Rock Quarry Rd. for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. 180Austin M. Schneider, 20, 813 Jersey for Possession of Controlled Substance at 6th &…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is offering two programs to raise awareness of February as Black History Month. “Slavery and Abolition in Northeast Missouri and Western Illinois,” a program by Patrick Hotle, Culver-Stockton College professor emeritus in history, and HSQAC board member and local historian Terrell Dempsey is scheduled to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, invites the public to an open house announcing the tentative plan for the Quincy Bay habitat rehabilitation and enhancement project. The open house, conducted in partnership with the Quincy Bay Area Restoration and Enhancement Association (QBAREA), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Illinois…
Read Full Article Reginald D. Hilton Jr., 28, 2432 Monroe for Domestic Battery. Lodged 160Akiira K. Wilson, 20, 1010 Diana Dr. for Failure to Yield and Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 180Joshua L. Winfield, 43, of 619 College for Retail Theft at 620 Broadway. NTA 108Christopher G. Davis, 32, of 718 South 20th for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 38th…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) recently approved a stipulated agreement to install automatic warning devices, circuitry and minor approach grade improvements at the County Road 1700 North highway-rail grade crossing of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company’s track near Fowler in Adams County. “Illinois has the second largest rail system in the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Mardi Gras party to benefit the Quincy Catholic Elementary School Foundation will be held from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, at Dick Brothers Brewery, 929 York. The Gentlemen, one of Quincy’s premier bands, will be the host for the party. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Amber Whicker will be recommended to the Board of Education as the new principal of Sarah Atwater Denman Elementary School beginning with the 2024-25 school year. Whicker will assume the role currently held by Chrissy Cox, who has been the principal at Denman since it opened in 2019. The Board of Education will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Carol Ruffin has been named the new director of the Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries. Ruffin is taking over the responsibilities of Lynette Schenk, the director for the past five years. Ruffin has been involved in the center from its beginning, most recently serving as the assistant director. Ruffin, a long-time resident…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois 4th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday for Blessing Hospital in its suit against the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board, The Illinois Department of Public Health and Quincy Medical Group. Blessing filed the suit in 2022 after the Review Board gave approval for QMG to build a 27-bed hospital…
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. Terry Moore Construction, Inc. of Golden sold a lot at 104 E. School in Camp Point…
Read Full Article Joshua Shaffer, 34, of Quincy for Agg Battery. NTA 169Nathan M. Hoover, 30, of Quincy for Vandalism at 701 S. 5th St. 179James L. Huston, 47, of Quincy on an Adams County Warrant for Domestic Battery at 1610 Adams St. 134/185Patrick Wallace, 44, of Quincy for FTA – Suspended Registration at 101 N. 5th St.…
Read Full Article The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Jan. 1-31, 2024. Katherine Anne O’Connor, 25, of Quincy and Benjamin Paul Reinhardt, 27, of Quincy filed Jan. 8, 2024.Jessica Nicole Tallman, 29, of Quincy and Tyler Anthone Vollmer, 32, of Quincy filed Jan. 9, 2024.Mathew Edward Frese Sr., 38, of Quincy and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Mississippi Valley Beekeepers Association is offering beginning beekeeping classes from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24 at Adams County Farm Bureau (lower level), 330 S. 36th. Lunch will be provided for a donation, or people attending may choose to go to a local restaurant. Cost is $40 per individual/household,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Better Business Bureau Quincy welcomed two new Advisory Board members to its ranks, effective Jan. 1. “Our new board members share BBB’s commitment to making sure Quincy is a great place to live, give and do business,” Don O’Brien, BBB Quincy Regional Director, said in a press release. “I look forward to working…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Trauma-Informed, Relationship-Focused Schools Conference returns on March 6 and 7 to the Knowledge Center on Chaddock’s campus, 205 S. 24th. Michael Trout and Justin Tutt are this year’s keynote speakers. Attendees can look forward to gaining insights and inspiration from these experts in the field of education and trauma-informed practices. Guests will…
Read Full Article Ricky Willing, 63, Quincy for Violation of Pre-Trial Release and Possession of Meth. Lodged 112Austin Schneider, 20, Quincy for FTA-Aggravated Battery. Lodged 112Bill Mears, 57, Quincy for FTA-Possession of Meth. 161John Anders, 41, Quincy for Possession of Meth and Violation of Pre-Trial Release. Lodged 173Dain Duffy, 41, Quincy for Suspended Registration. 108Shade Livengood, 28, Quincy…
Read Full Article QUINCY — One Event Venue will be the site for the “Dennis Oliver Mardi Gras Party” on Saturday, Feb. 10. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the band Members Only of Springfield, Mo., taking the stage at 8 p.m. The band’s performance encompasses the music of Journey, Michael Jackson, Def Leppard, Prince, Bon Jovi,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Bruce Briney, will commemorate prolific film composer John Williams at its Saturday, Feb. 10, concert which will begin at 3 p.m. at Quincy Junior High School. Williams has written music for more than 100 films, including some of the most recognizable songs in the movie…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The friends and family of Troop 99 & Pack 99 of Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church of Quincy will hold its second annual pancake and sausage “all you can eat” breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10, in the church fellowship hall, 3600 Payson Road. The breakfast will feature made-from-scratch…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department reminds everyone about the peak season of respiratory illnesses. Many respiratory illnesses will be circulating through our community including pneumonia, COVID-19, influenza and RSV. Residents are encouraged to abide by the following guidelines to stay vigilant in protecting themselves and others against such illnesses: According to the Illinois…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department is presenting the historical drama, “Rosie the Riveter,” at 7 p.m. on Feb. 8, 9 and 10 in the Quincy High School Theatre. It’s January 1942 in the throes of World War II. Eddie, the owner of Eddie’s Auto Parts Factory in Cook County, Ill., is struggling because…
Read Full Article Jerrica A. Jones, 34, for FTA DUI, No Insurance, Failure to Yield, and Shoplifting, Lodged 108Tyler R. Arbet, 27, Quincy for Violation of Pretrial Release Conditions and Resisting Arrest. Lodged 112Christina Wellman, 33, Quincy for Expired Registration. 161Thuy T. Nguyen, 36, Camp Point for Expired Registration at 16th/Vermont. NTA 227Imari Carle, 20, Baylis for Speeding.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Dick Thompson’s impact on the Quincy community extended from the courts and fields to the classrooms and hallways and beyond. A Hall of Fame athlete, a championship-level official, a respected school administrator and the recipient of the Harry and Carlene Geisler Friend of Children Award, Thompson created a legacy of toughness, tenacity, tenderness…
Read Full Article Ray Golden, 31, of Quincy for Warrant Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. 250Bellamie L. Fraiser, 40, for FTA Improper Lane Usage. Lodged 132 130Andrew Devine, 37, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 104Carolyn Smith, 83, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident. 179Jeffrey R. Green, 60, Quincy for Improper…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Success stories in ads for online dating services can make it sound like true love is just a click (or swipe) away. But all dating services have their limitations – and costs. Plenty of people find happiness using a dating website or app, but some may end up disappointed in the number or…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month unfolds throughout February, John Wood Community College joins the nationwide celebration. The City of Quincy has officially declared February as CTE Month, acknowledging the role CTE plays in preparing students for careers and addressing the skilled workforce needs of the community. During the last academic year,…
Read Full Article QUINCY – The Quincy Public Schools Foundation ended their 2023 Dream Big Annual Campaign raised a record-breaking $355,213 in donations and pledges, surpassing its $250,000 goal and exceeding last year’s mark of $321,078. The campaign total was announced during halftime at Friday night’s QHS boys basketball game. “We are incredibly grateful to the community for…
Read Full Article Ray Golden, 31, 529 N. 5th, Apt 4, for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. NTA 250Isaac Hildenbrand, 37, Homeless, Quincy, on a warrant for FTA – Violating Sex Offender Registration. Lodged 250Jessica J. Wells, 49, Quincy for FTA driving on revoked license and a new charge of driving revoked at 5th and Broadway.…
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