Adams County, Illinois
Cameron Vaughan cried when she read the news regarding the Illinois Courts Commision’s removal of Circuit Judge Robert Adrian Friday afternoon. “I read he had been removed and I just started crying,” Vaughan said. Adrian found Drew Clinton, 18, guilty of felony criminal sexual assault against Vaughan following a three-day bench trial in October 2021.…
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QUINCY — Voices for Choice has scheduled a showing of the HBO documentary “The Janes” from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, at the Quincy Public Library. The movie is two hours in length and will be followed by an hour of conversation/Q&A with the some of the original Janes. Registration for this…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospital Diagnostic and Imaging has earned a three-year term of accreditation in 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) after a review by the American College of Radiology, earning the organization’s gold seal of accreditation representing the highest level of image quality and patient safety. MRI uses magnets and radio waves instead of radiation…
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QUINCY — A St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl, sponsored by The District, will be held from 3:17 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, March 9. Participants will hop aboard a bus (or walk) to 16 participating establishments. The cost is $20 per person. Physical tickets must be bought here, and they must be picked up at…
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QUINCY — Jeff Scott readily admits between now and early June he’s likely going to need more than 24 hours in most days. But that’s OK. He’s ready. In fact, he’s more than ready for the challenges that await. Scott, family and friends are undertaking the project of reviving the the Grand Prix of Karting…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center will hold a music trivia night beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Quincy Art Center, 1515 Jersey. Teams of eight will compete in “name that tune” style music trivia, with money being raised through entrance fees, second chances known as “mulligans” and raffle tickets. Tangerine Bowl has donated…
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Joshua D. Searles, 43, of 813 Jersey for Peace Disturbance and Trespassing at 818 North 8th. NTA 162Amanda M. Sparks, 38, of 1921 Hilltop Dr. for Improper Turn at 10th and Jersey. NTA 169Jason E. Patrick, 44, of Quincy, for Expired Registration at 12th and Watts Ln.Savy Wray, 49, of Quincy for Driving 11-14 Above…
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QUINCY — The Tucson Festival of Books, one of the largest literary gatherings in the United States, has announced the participation of Quincy author Ron Kinscherf in the Reimagined Indie Author Experience Pavilion. This event will take place on the campus of the University of Arizona on Saturday and Sunday, March 9 and 10. Admission…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre has announced its lineup of six theatre education classes for the spring semester for students ranging from 5 years old through adulthood. Each class aims to develop a specific set of skills, such as characterization, dance, puppetry and technical skills. A highlight this semester will be the Musical Theatre Dance for…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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QUINCY — An Adams County judge has ordered a mental fitness evaluation of a Clayton teen facing three counts of first-degree murder in connection to the shooting death of a Camp Point man. Wyond L. Bynum, Jr., 18, appeared with St. Louis-based attorney Victor Smith before Judge Robert Adrian in Adams County Circuit Court on…
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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…
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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…
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QUINCY — Christopher Pratt announced on his campaign Facebook page Wednesday morning he is withdrawing from the race for state’s attorney in Hancock County. “I apologize to the people of Hancock County and the Hancock County Republican Party for the timing of this decision,” Pratt wrote. “Recent developments within my current office have shifted key…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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QUINCY — The Gem City Concert Series is returning to Quincy this summer to a larger venue. This year’s series will take place in Lincoln Park on the riverfront. This year’s series will span two weekends. One weekend will feature rock music, and the other will feature country music. The rock weekend, featuring six national acts,…
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…
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Estate of Quincy woman makes gifts of nearly $100,000 apiece to Camp Callahan, Quincy Humane Society
QUINCY — Two Quincy organizations recently received gifts of nearly $100,000 apiece from the estate of a Quincy woman. Connie Sue Heck died at age 80 on Oct. 18, 2021, in Good Samaritan Home. Before she died, Heck gave Gloria Wilson, a neighbor of Heck’s for 13 years, power of attorney and named her the executor…
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