Adams County, Illinois
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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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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QUINCY — John Wood Community College is offering an array of personal interest courses in February catering to the creative and culinary enthusiasts in the community. These courses are designed to nurture individual interests and skills for people of all ages. Beginning Knitting Dive into the world of knitting with our Beginning Knitting course. Led…
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QUINCY — The Gem City Breakfast Kiwanis will be the host of its annual Trivia Night from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, at The State Theater, 434 S. Eighth. Tables for teams of six and sponsorships are available. Cost for a team of six, which includes trivia, beer, wine, soft drinks, pizza, wings…
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QUINCY — Devyn Budde tried to explain Thursday morning how the smell of Doritos now reminds her of the sexual abuse her stepdaughter endured at the hands of Jeremy McSparren. McSparren, who appeared in Adams County Circuit Court, was sentenced to 24 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections by Judge Kevin Tippey. A December…
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QUINCY — Grammy-winning multi-platinum group Casting Crowns will be back in Quincy after a 10-year absence for a concert at 7 p.m. n Saturday, March 2, in Morrison Theater at Quincy Junior High School. The concert, entitled “An Evening With Casting Crowns,” comes as the band celebrates a milestone 20-year career. The evening’s performance will…
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Blessing Hospital Twin girls were born to Ebony Guyton of Hannibal, Mo., at 8:36 a.m. and 8:38 a.m. Jan. 18, 2024.A girl was born to Tyler and Heather Greenslaugh of Nauvoo at 10:07 p.m. Jan. 21, 2024.A girl was born to Chance Bailey and Audrey Shanholtzer of Plainville at 11:06 p.m. Jan. 21, 2024.A girl…
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QUINCY — Applications are now being accepted for Blessing Hospital’s nationally certified paramedic education program. Those interested should contact Derek Wells, EMS Education Coordinator, at 217-223-8400, extension 6591. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are prepared to take the National Registry Examination for Paramedics, the first step toward licensure. Blessing Hospital’s paramedic education program is…
Read Full Article Stephanie D. Gaither, 35, of 1018 Jersey for FTA-Shoplifting at 6th and Broadway. Lodged 113/145Felicia N. Dominguez, 24, of 1532 South 6th for FTA-Shoplifting at the ACJ. Lodged 124Ryan Gilmete, 26, Quincy for Felony Retail Theft. NTA 108Sarah Hovendon, 41, Quincy for FTA-Possession of Meth. Lodged 108Douglas Fields, 59, Quincy for FTA-Theft over $500. Lodged…
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QUINCY — Work on the construction of a $1.37 million all-inclusive playground, shelter and restroom at Wavering Park could start by fall. Rome Frericks, executive director of the Quincy Park District, learned Tuesday that an application for a $600,000 Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources had been awarded. The…
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QUINCY — Chaddock has been awarded $500 from the Arts Quincy Arts Dollars Grants program for the Chaddock Youth Theatre Club funding. Funded in part by the Illinois Arts Council Agency, the Stillwell Foundation and the business and individual members of Arts Quincy, this grant will be used for Chaddock’s after-school Theatre Club program. Instructors…
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QUINCY — Great River Honor Flight is marking its 15th year of operation this year. The local Honor Flight hub has been offering free trips to Washington, D.C. for local veterans since Veterans Day 2009. In a press release, Carlos Fernandez, chairman of the Great River Honor Flight board, said, “From the very first trip…
Read Full Article John Moore, 57, Quincy for DUI and Improper Lane Use. 173John Mahmud, 42, Quincy for Felony Retail Theft. NTA 112Gunta Prancane, 53, Quincy for Criminal Trespass to Land at 527 Broadway. 161Eian Mull, 29, Quincy for Criminal Trespass to Land at 436 N. 4th. 161Blake Wright, 27, Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 173Cody Fletcher, 33,…
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QUINCY — The Chaddock Board announced Tuesday the permanent appointment of Matt Obert as the president/CEO of Chaddock. His appointment follows the Jan. 4 death of Debbie Reed, who had worked for Chaddock since 1994. She also served as chief operating officer, director of planning and special projects, director of marketing and associate director of public…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was sentenced to 24 months of probation after he pled guilty to stealing a bus owned by the City of Quincy. Christopher D. Gallaher, 42, of 918 Cherry appeared in Adams County Circuit Court on Monday with Public Defender John Citro before Judge Tad Brenner. According to court documents, Gallaher…
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PEORIA, Ill. — Twenty-six Quincy High School students recently participated as All-State musicians for 2024 at the Illinois Music Educators Association (ILMEA) All-State Convention in Peoria on Jan. 24-27. More than 10,000 students from elementary, junior high and high schools around Illinois participated during the fall of 2023 in a virtual audition process. More than 7,000 students…
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QUINCY — Jenna Hull has been named Executive Director of the United Way of Adams County, according to a news release from the organization. Board President Ryan Whicker expressed confidence in Hull’s leadership “We look forward to Jenna’s leadership, as she brings valuable experience, creativity, and a profound passion for the UWAC mission,” he said.…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man facing first-degree murder charges pled not guilty Tuesday morning. Victor Weems, 20, was arraigned in Adams County Circuit Court on Tuesday morning before Judge Tad Brenner. Matt Wayman with the Hammer Law Firm in St. Louis was there to represent Weems on the first-degree murder charge. When Brenner asked if he would…
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