Adams County, Illinois
QUINCY — Prescription opioids were involved in more than 263,000 overdose deaths in the U.S. from 1999 to 2020. Opioid manufacturers and distributors offered a “master settlement” in 2021 to resolve lawsuits brought against them for false marketing and commercial distribution as non-habit-forming medicines. The total opioid settlement funds obligated to states, counties and cities…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra Chorus and Youth Chorus join with choirs from Quincy University, Culver-Stockton College and John Wood Community College to present the epic Carmina Burana at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at Quincy Junior High School. Soloists Alfonzo Cooper, tenor, Gina Galati, soprano, and Ricardo Herrera, baritone, accompany the ensemble to…
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In September 2021, a 4-year-old girl’s babysitter caught her touching another child inappropriately. “I asked her why she was doing that,” the babysitter texted the girl’s mother, “and she told me because someone does it to her.” Who does it? the babysitter asked the girl. “Omfg,” the babysitter responded to the mother. “You’re not going…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospital in Quincy and McDonough District Hospital in Macomb were named in an April story by APM Reports as being among 23 hospitals that had violated Illinois’ Sexual Assault Survivors Emergency Treatment Act. The Illinois Department of Public Health inspects hospitals throughout the state for compliance with the act. The agency found…
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Margaret H. Arrowood, 77, stop sign violation. PTCJoseph P. Meyer, 38, 818 N. 12th, Stalking and Criminal Trespass. Lodged 108Taylor A.R. Ridgeway, 30, 1019 1/2 Washington, no insurance at 12th and Jefferson. NTA 113Jennifer S. Ketcham, 61, of Quincy for Residential Burglary at 2511 W. Valley View. NTA 112Athonis C. Taylor, 18, Springfield for FTA…
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QUINCY — If you’re looking to buy a car online, make sure you do your research first. BBB has received reports from consumers who have come across fake cars listed on online marketplaces, or even fake websites that imitate licensed sellers. BBB just released an update to a 2020 study about online car buying scams.…
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QUINCY — Special Olympics Illinois Region H will hold an interest meeting and bowling event for potential athletes and their families at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at the Tangerine Bowl, 3530 Maine. This free outreach event will be an opportunity for potential athletes to enjoy bowling and food and to interact with existing Quincy-area…
Read Full Article Jeremy T. Groves, 37, 1100 State for Driving Under the Influence and No Valid Driver’s License at 1852 Broadway. 132Joseph P. Evans, 38, 818 N. 12th f0ro Stealing at 923 N. 12th. 124Zaine H. Williams, 24, 336 S. 12th, Apt B for Criminal Damage at 1213 Vermont. 134Riley D. Jones, 23, of Quincy for Speeding…
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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. Darren A. Hildebrand and Amy L. HIldebrand of Camp Point sold a residence at 1003 Prairie…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will present a program by popular author and speaker Tom Emery at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York. Emery is a freelance writer and historical researcher from Carlinville who has earned 15 awards from the…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Poverty Team has established a new resource to coincide with Financial Literacy Month. The website serves as a centralized hub for access to financial literacy classes, guidance and other essential local resources. National Financial Literacy Month is celebrated in April and is a…
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QUINCY — The Biden administration on Wednesday finalized strict limits on certain so-called “forever chemicals” in drinking water that will require utilities to reduce them to the lowest level they can be reliably measured. Officials say this will reduce exposure for 100 million people and help prevent thousands of illnesses, including cancers. However, these limits…
Read Full Article Ian D. Barksdale III, 19, 1302 N. 8th St. for FTA OV Fighting. Lodged 125/169Jeremiah D. Engle, 27, 709 Jackson St. for Squealing Tires at 801 Bonansinga Dr. 136Roldan H. Johnson Jr., 18, 1236 N. 26th St. for No Valid DL at N. 36th St. and Melodie Ln. NTA 122
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — Adams Electric Cooperative is one of 20 companies that will be receiving grants to help install electric vehicle charging infrastructure under the Driving a Cleaner Illinois program. Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) Director John J. Kim announced Wednesday that $25.1 million will fund 643 new direct current fast charging (DCFC) ports at 141…
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QUINCY — Muddy River Opera will hold a public performance of its children’s opera from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday, April 19, at Luther Memorial Church. The ensemble also will tour local elementary schools. All performances are free with donations appreciated. The performance will be an operatic version of the children’s literary classic “Pinocchio”…
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QUINCY — One member of the Quincy Park Board says he wants to “begin a discussion” about the installation of call boxes in each of the city’s parks. Commissioner Mark Philpot told the seven-member board that the possibility of a study seeking public feedback on the issue was brought to the table during a Finance…
Read Full Article Rylee S. Platt, 22, 435 N. 30th for DUI, Operating Uninsured Vehicle and Improper Lane Usage at 14th and Spruce. NTA 161James M. Meredith, 30, for Criminal Trespass to Building at 2731 Broadway. 184Ashtin C. Boden, 25, 2125 S. 8th for Suspended Registration at 12th & Jefferson. 184Ricky L. Willing, 64, 2015 Adams for FTA…
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QUINCY — St. Francis Solanus School will present its spring play, “Oz,” at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, May 3-4, at the school, 1720 College Ave. Admission is by free will donation. The play is being directed by Jane Ann Petty. Those attending the play should enter the school through the College Avenue doors.
Read Full Article Lost your wallet? Can't find your purse? Missing a briefcase? Quincy Police Department might have it
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# Purple Wallet belonging to Melody Schulian 3-8-24 05097 Briefcase belonging to D. Denny…
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QUINCY — Quincy University welcomes alumna Teresa Kettelkamp (Class of 1974) as the featured speaker at the president’s leadership breakfast hosted by QU President Brian McGee from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, in the QU Cafeteria, 18th and Lind. Kettelkamp was the first female to attain the rank of Colonel with the…
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8te Open, a Southern Kitchen, is located at 6th and Maine in Quincy and is our featured restaurant on today’s Taste of the Town, brought to you by SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Read Full Article Ernest Douglas, 27, of Quincy for FTA Contempt of Court and FTA Trespassing. 108Brandon Lewis-Cain, 27, of Quincy for Theft Under $500. 108Louis T. Peer, 38, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured, DWLS, Disregard Stop Sign. 126Jerrill L. Humphrey, 38, of Quincy for Stealing at 433 N. 7th St. NTA 113Matthew C. Schroder, 38, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — Kayak Quincy has launched self-checkout kayak rentals on the Quincy Riverfront. SeeQuincy has partnered with the Quincy Park District and the City of Quincy to bring a new kayak rental program to the Quincy community and its visitors. Kayak Quincy is the only program of its kind in the Quincy area and offers…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police Department officers responded at around 11:15 p.m. Monday to the report of a shots fired call in the 700 block of South 14th, and an officer located a single shell casing on the scene. During the investigation, officers interviewed several people who reportedly heard only one gunshot. No injuries were reported.…
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QUINCY — The white, lighted cross at Bethel AME Church burned early Tuesday morning, apparently due to an electrical short. At 3:19 a.m. Tuesday, the Quincy Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 905 Oak and found that the exterior lighted cross on front of the upper level of the building was on fire. …
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