Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — A Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) investigation in November revealed that two physical education teachers at Denman Elementary School frequently taped students’ mouths shut for talking and gave “birthday spankings” that led to students being afraid to let friends and teachers at school know it was their birthday. While the investigation…
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QUINCY — Good Samaritan Home of Quincy celebrated its resident centenarians at its annual “Century Club” event on May 15 and gave them a chance to share some words of wisdom and advice on living a long and happy life. Those recognized were: Some of the highlights of wisdom shared in a press release were:
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QUINCY — Patients seeking expert skin care now have expanded access at Quincy Medical Group (QMG) with the addition of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Austin Maddy. In a press release, Maddy said, “I believe every patient deserves to feel happy, healthy and confident in their skin. I am committed to listening, educating and working closely with…
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QUINCY — The Older Americans Act (OAA), passed by Congress in 1965 under President Lyndon B. Johnson, established several programs and services that have become crucial to the nation’s aging population. Funding for the OAA and other programs vital to older Americans now is being threatened by widespread federal budget cuts that have already been…
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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. Nancy Tucker of Quincy, et al, sold a residence at 1031 N. Eighth in Quincy to…
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James D. Bethel, 36, of Quincy for FTA Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 130Iesha L. Weems, 34, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant FTA Trespassing & Vandalism. Lodged 113Zakkiyya L. Brent, 24, of Quincy for Speeding. NTA 113Sophia A. Weis, 20, of Quincy for Electronic Communications Device. NTA 113Courtney A. Bliven, 30, of Quincy for Speeding.…
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QUINCY — May is National Moving Month and the kickoff point for the busiest moving season of the year. Half of all household moves happen in the summer. Movers are among the top categories of companies searched on BBB.org, and they’re in high demand right now. The stakes are high when movers handle your belongings.…
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QUINCY — Bodley Lodge has presented four bikes and protective helmets to the Quincy Public Library for its summer youth reading program. At the end of the summer, the four youths who read the most books will receive the bikes purchased from Madison & Davis Bicycles of Quincy. This past year, the Bodley Lodge also…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House, in conjunction with the Women’s City Club, will offer its annual gala, Dine and Dance with the Bulls, at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Quincy Country Club. This year’s dinner party features entertainment by Jazmin, a live auction and a raffle for a $2,800…
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The villages of Clayton, Mendon and Plainville recently were designated as Smart Rural Communities (SRC) by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, powered by Adams Fiber. This recognition honors the commitment of the three villages to using advanced technology to drive innovation, improve residents’ quality of life and foster economic growth. The announcement was made at village…
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QUINCY — Jonathan Hoover has resigned as the chief public defender in Adams County to return to private practice, and John Citro has been appointed as the interim chief. Circuit Judge Scott Larson confirmed Hoover’s resignation and said his last day on the job was Friday. Circuit Judge Roger Thomson signed the order giving Citro…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Elton and Adrianna Walker of Quincy at 12:59 p.m. May 15, 2025.A girl was born to Tyler and Bridgette Paul of Quincy at 10:00 p.m. May 15, 2025.A boy was born to Donavin Ruths and Alesi Cobb of Quincy at 6:06 a.m. May 16, 2025.A boy was born…
Read Full Article Thomas R. Edlemon, 19, of Quincy for FTA-Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at his residence. Lodged 130Danielle L. Davis, 29, of Quincy for FTA-Fighting at 537 Vermont. Lodged 266Cody M. Felker, 35, of Quincy for Alley After Dark at 20th to 21st, Ohio and Payson. NTA 132Evelyn E.L. Bloyd, 36, of Quincy for Criminal Trespass to…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission will host a special commemoration event on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, to recognize and celebrate legacy businesses and organizations that have served Adams County for 150 years or more. The ceremony will take place during a brief break in the Quincy Park Band concert at Madison Park,…
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QUINCY — Just as the City of Quincy seemed to have sorted out the essential air service (EAS) provider ordeal at the Quincy Regional Airport, another potential disrupter has arisen. Funding for the EAS program itself is up in the air. “(The Department of Transportation) can’t tell me beyond a doubt that we’re not in…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. – One person was killed in a one-vehicle crash on U.S. 24 between Coatsburg and Camp Point Saturday night. The accident occurred just before 10 p.m. Saturday. Officers with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office arrived to find a vehicle off the north side of U.S. 24 overturned in a large ravine. Adams…
Read Full Article Robert Hornsby, 26, of Quincy for FTA Seat and a new charge of DWLS.Tebben Grafelman, 67, of Hanna City for Speeding.Tad Watson, 37, of Quincy for Speeding.Robert Lewis, 43, of Quincy for Speeding.Haley Patterson, 24, of Quincy for Speeding and Uninsured Vehicle.Collin Harvey, 20, of Quincy for Speeding.Reagen Thomas, 79, of Quincy for Seat Belt…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Veterans Home at Quincy put on a Memorial Day celebration Friday afternoon in Lippincott Hall, complete with speeches, live music, and a lunch for the veterans and their families. Throughout the celebration, a bright red cardinal flew overhead, accidentally trapped in the building. “They say a cardinal is a remembrance of…
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QUINCY — Encore!, the volunteer council of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association, recently announced this year’s recipients of music camp scholarships. The 10 recipients attending music camps this summer are: Iysis Biggs, daughter of Sheila and Anthony Biggs, is a sophomore at Quincy Notre Dame High School. She plays violin with the Quincy Area Youth…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is seeking volunteers for the Summer Food Service Program, providing free nutritious meals to children aged 18 and under. Volunteers are needed for two-hour shifts from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Responsibilities are serving meals, maintaining clean tables, and distributing milk and snacks.…
Read Full Article Elijah Neese, 38, of Quincy for FTA Body Attachment. LodgedNathan Post, 18, of Golden for Fail to Reduce Speed.Elizabeth Nunn, 26, of New London, Mo., for Improper Turn.Owen House, 21, of Quincy for Operate Vehicle Suspended Reg and Uninsured Vehicle.Dustin Crawford, 36, of Quincy for Speeding.Lachrista Cole, 26, of Quincy for Operate Vhicle Suspended Reg.Corin…
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QUINCY — An independent national healthcare organization has given Blessing Hospital its top grade for patient safety. The Leapfrog Group gave the hospital a grade “A” for the spring 2025 national survey period. Blessing was among 32 percent of hospitals nationwide and one of only 35 hospitals in Illinois to receive the top grade. Grades…
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QUINCY — The boards of directors for Liberty Bank and North Adams State Bank recently announced the two banks will merge to become one bank on Thursday, June 26. Mark Field, president and chairman of the board of Liberty Bank, said in a press release that regulatory approval has been granted by both the FDIC…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College held its 50th annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 16, in the Student Activity Center on the Quincy campus. The college conferred 312 associate degrees, 160 certificates and two College for Life certificates. JWCC President Bryan Renfro conferred degrees and certificates, and chair Bob Rhea accepted candidates as graduates…
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QUINCY — Jen’s Dance Academy will present its 25th anniversary recital “Impossible Comes True” at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 25, at Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. Tickets will be available at the door. The recital will feature more than 100 students ages 2 and up in the styles of ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical,…
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