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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Ricky Rudd and Faith Kline of Canton, Mo., at 4:04 p.m. Jan. 31.A girl was born to Justin Hinch-Keller and Brianna McKim of Quincy at 4:41 p.m. Jan. 31. A girls was born to Connor and Cristina Eling of Quincy at 4:42 p.m. Jan. 31.A boy was born…
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QUINCY — Because of a record number of homeless shelter occupants, The Salvation Army is seeking help from the community through personal hygiene donations. The 14-bed shelter recently housed 29 people using the space to seek refuge from the regions freezing temperatures. In a press release, Major Shelley McClintock said, “Anytime we’ve called for help,…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Austin and Jill Haubrich of Maywood, Mo., at 9:23 p.m. Jan. 20.A girl was born to Treyvien Carter and Emilee Hamilton of Quincy at 2:50 a.m. Jan. 21.A boy was born to Anthony and Kember Logsdon of Mount Sterling at 4:23 p.m. Jan. 21.A boy was born to…
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It’s the dead of winter, but exciting times are ahead for fans of regional sports teams. Maybe you want to usher in a new St. Louis Cardinals season with a jersey. The St. Louis BattleHawks of the XFL are back. Don’t forget the region’s newest Major League Soccer team, STL City. BattleHawks or City gear…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will be the host its first annual Blazer Pep Band Day from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Student Activity Center at 48th and Harrison. This event is free to all high school junior and senior band students. Students are invited to get the college experience of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As cold weather threatens local residents, The Salvation Army of Quincy will offer the community the opportunity to seek warmth at The Kroc Center when cold weather advisories are issued for our area. Those who need to get out of the extreme cold are welcomed. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, is open as…
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The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency recently announced the City of Quincy has received a $4 million loan for wastewater treatment to reduce sewer overflows being discharged into the Mississippi River. Quincy will use the funding for the second phase of a three-phase project. The project will consist of improvements to increase excess flow treatment of…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Junior High School FFA students are sponsoring a meat shoot from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at North Side Boat Club, 200 S. Front. Cost to participate in the shoot is $5-$6 to shoot five or six clay birds. Beef bundles are awarded to the winners. No reservation is needed. Proceeds…
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QUINCY — It’s estimated as many as 1.5 million total knee replacements will be done in the United States this year. As demand has increased due to an aging population and growing obesity epidemic, so has the technology used. Blessing Health invites the public to see the latest in knee replacement technology during a public…
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The following items recently have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any recovered property, call QPD evidence department at 217-228-4489. Please refer to the ID number when calling.
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QUINCY — The Great River Economic Development Foundation, in partnership with Adams County, the City of Quincy and the Housing and Community Advisors, is looking for public participation to assess the housing and rental market in Adams County. GREDF received the Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery grant in September 2022 from the Illinois…
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QUINCY — The Gentleman, one of Quincy’s premier bands, will play at a Mardi Gras party tobenefit the Quincy Catholic Elementary School Foundation. The celebration will be from 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at The Armory, 416 Jersey. Tickets are $20 per person and are available at ticketstripe.com/MardisGras23. A cash bar will be available. at…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The truck driver training program at John Wood Community College will have an open house at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, at the Workforce Development Center, 4220 Koch’s Lane. The open house is free and open to the public. Representatives will share how the program has revised its training in response to new…
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QUINCY — People with completed college credits can earn a four-year healthcare degree from Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences in Quincy in as little as two years. The college has expanded its direct transfer option for a bachelor of science degree to include radiologic sciences and respiratory care, as well as its nursing…
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QUINCY — Two no-cost health screenings will be available at Horizons, 224 S. Eighth, in partnership with Blessing Health. The first event will be a no-cost A1C screening from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30. No appointment is required. Those attending the screening should enter the Horizons building through the door near Eighth Street. The…
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QUINCY — The 317 Immunization Program has played a critical role in achieving national immunization coverage targets and reductions in disease for more than 50 years. The Adams and Pike County health departments are now offering TDAP and shingles vaccines under the 317 Immunization Program. This program is available for adults, ages 19 and older,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group is helping parents and caregivers navigate some of the more challenging moments of raising kids with a free informational series called “Real Talk,” led by behavioral health therapist Christina Helm. Parents and caregivers of kids in kindergarten through young adulthood are invited to join the conversation virtually or in person.…
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QUINCY— Mike Dade said he just wants his daughter to have the same high school basketball experience that his son had. Dade spoke at Wednesday night’s Quincy School Board meeting and said the district “doesn’t support the (Quincy High School) girls basketball program as it should.” “A reasonable effort to address this problem would begin…
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For the second year in a row, the Quincy School Board recognized former educators with the district’s Legend Award. The late teacher, coach and principal Paul Koscielski and former teacher and principal Melanie Schrand are this year’s recipients. Koscielski’s career spanned more than 30 years and all levels of the Quincy Public School system, working…
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QUINCY — The Great River Honor Flight recently released the dates for missions in 2023, as well as the expansion of eligibility for veterans who can apply for a future Honor Flight. Great River Honor Flight has 62 completed one-day trips to Washington, D.C., and more than 2,000 local veterans have participated during the past…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The John Wood Community College Heath Center Art Gallery is hosting oil painter Nevin McNally in a solo exhibition titled “Mostly Faces.” The art show is free and open to the public through Friday, Feb. 24. A reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25 in the gallery. McNally is a…
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QUINCY — State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is asking 50th District residents to help uplift the spirits of long-term care facility residents by making them Valentine’s Day cards. In a press release, Tracy said, “The Valentines for Seniors Card Drive has brought much joy and many smiles to the residents of local long-term care facilities.…
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QUINCY — The West Central Region Sophomore Career Fair will be held on the main campus of John Wood Community College on Friday, Jan. 27. Nearly 900 students from high schools in Adams, Pike, Hancock and Brown counties will attend the fair. Professionals from the region will be giving presentations in 15 different career cluster…
Read Full Article KEOKUK, Iowa — Quincy Medical Group is adding ear, nose and throat care at its Keokuk Clinic, 1603 Morgan. Nurse practitioner Ryan Owens will see patients in Keokuk in addition to his practice in Quincy. In a press release, Owens said, “Many times, the patient’s primary doctor can treat an acute ear, nose or throat…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Children’s Museum is opening a temporary exhibit space in Suite 101 of the Experience Quincy building, 625 Maine, until its permanent home at 230 N. Third is completed. In a press release, Jarid Jones, founder and co-owner of Experience Quincy, said, “After much consideration and planning with the not-for-profit organization, we…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A son was born to Travis and Brooke Ruppel of Quincy at 11:45 a.m. Jan. 16.A daughter was born to Kyle Browne of Bridgetown, Barbados, and Jamila Wigfall of Quincy at 2:02 p.m. Jan. 17.A son was born to Dakota Shedd and Alexis Dominguez of Hamilton at 3:06 p.m. Jan. 17.A son was…
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QUINCY — Harrison Street between South 24th and Curtis Creek Road will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23. The closure is necessary so city crews can obtain soil borings for the design of a new bridge over Curtis Creek. The road closure on Jan. 11 could not be completed by…
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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame announced a goal of $470,000 for the annual QND Fund Drive, which kicked off Jan. 20 and runs through the calendar year. Since its inception in 1977, the fund drive has raised more than $17.5 million and plays a vital role in QND remaining a pillar of Catholic secondary education…
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QUINCY — Astronomers using the wide-field survey camera at the Zwicky Transient Facility discovered a comet in March 2022 that would have its closest approach to earth in February 2023. The Quincy Astronomy Club will present a class at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at John Wood Community College in Room A021 for the public…
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QUINCY — United Alloy, a contract metal fabricator based out of Wisconsin, will move into a 24,000 sq. ft. in the Ellington Road industrial park area with plans to open by April 1. According to a news release, the Quincy location will help United Alloy continue to expand its capacity and meet the needs of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester recognizes 383 students at John Wood Community College. To be named to the dean’s list, a full-time student must be enrolled for nine or more credit hours and must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. A part-time student must have accumulated at…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy Christmas Campaign chairs Josh and Tieraney Craig announced the completion of a record-breaking 2022 Christmas campaign with a total of $507,343 raised. The Quincy campaign goal was $435,000. The Tree of Lights Christmas Campaign is The Salvation Army’s major fundraising effort each year. Money raised during the campaign…
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QUINCY — The District held its annual meeting Wednesday night at the Dick Brothers Brewerycomplex with more than 100 people in attendance to reflect on 2022 and learn about plans for 2023. “We are fortunate to have the City of Quincy’s continued support as we strive to fulfill the goals of TheDistrict,” said District Executive…
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QUINCY — Finding housing in Quincy is expected to become more efficient now that the first housing advocate training session took place Wednesday at the Quincy Public Library. Led by Janet Conover and three other members of the Safe and Livable Housing Committee, 18 people representing local churches, clinics and social service agencies met to learn…
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QUINCY — The Knowledge Center at Chaddock will host a free training to help churches and ministryprogram staff better care for children in our region who have been through trauma. Trauma Informed Ministry will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, in a state-of-the-art training facility on Chaddock’s main campus in Quincy. Some…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, will be the site for a multi-agency resource center event from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25. This one-stop event will consist of agencies throughout Adams County gathered in one location to raise awareness in the community about services each agency offers. The event…
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MACOMB/MOLINE, Ill. — A total of 620 students earned academic degrees or post-baccalaureate certificates after the fll 2022 semester at Western Illinois University. Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 342 graduates, including 38 bachelor of general studies degrees. Academic distinction was awarded to baccalaureate graduates who achieved high grade point averages — Summa Cum Laude, 3.90…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A daughter was born to Destiney Shoop of Quincy at 8:25 a.m. Jan. 9, 2023.A son was born to Byron Siekman and Blake Hunter of Quincy at 7:42 p.m. Jan. 10, 2023.A son was born to Raphael Blanco and Morgan Pettyjohn of Quincy at 8:08 p.m. Jan. 10, 2023.A daughter was born to…
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QUINCY — A public information meeting to discuss the guidelines and requirements of Quincy’s downtown rental rehabilitation program will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, in City Council chambers. Funds from the city’s Tax Increment Finance program are set aside as a financial incentive to the owner(s) of existing buildings in the downtown…
Read Full Article You may be looking at home projects for the coming year. Maybe you want to add a patio or deck, make over your kitchen or renovate a spare bedroom as a home office. Some people are comfortable tackling the jobs themselves, but many homeowners hire contractors to do most or all of the work. Finding…
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QUINCY — Father Roy Bauer will be posthumously honored as the recipient of this year’s Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools Foundation’s Friends of Catholic Education Award. Established in 2009, the award recognizes an individual, couple or organization whose contributions have significantly fostered and strengthened Catholic education in the Quincy community. Father Bauer will be honored and…
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QUINCY — Job seekers attending Blessing Health’s next community job skills workshop and hiring event can to build their personal financial knowledge at no cost, as well as interview for a position at Blessing Health. The hiring event takes place from 9-11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639…
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QUINCY — The Knapheide Manufacturing Company is celebrate its 175th anniversary this year, marking nearly two centuries as a family-owned and operated business in Quincy. Herman Heinrich Knapheide, a German immigrant, moved to Quincy in 1848 and opened a wagon-making shop, the Knapheide Wagon Company. The business was incorporated in 1893 as the Henry Knapheide…
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QUINCY — “We Have Your Six,” a comedy and concert fundraising event, will be held Friday, Jan. 13 at Down Home Pub and Eatery, 509 S. Ninth. Doors for this fundraiser for veteran suicide prevention will open at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. and continuing until 11 p.m. Entertainment for the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Following is a schedule of office closings and schedule changes in observance of Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 16:
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Christopher Otte of Quincy and Rebecca Otte of Guangdong, China, at 2:19 a.m. Jan. 7.A boy was born to Caleb and Maria Fleer of Lewistown, Mo., at 8:09 p.m. Jan. 8.A girl was born to Cory and Madeline Patterson of Quincy at 8:20 a.m. Jan. 8.A girl was…
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QUINCY — Alan Hickman will get a head start on his four-year term as a Quincy Park Board commissioner by filling the remainder of the late Jeff Steinkamp’s term. Hickman’s name was drawn from a hat late Wednesday afternoon by Park Board president John Frankenhoff. Hickman’s name was one of three in the hat, representing…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The following items recently were recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any recovered property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489. 1st Notice Recovered Property Pink Girls Bike 12-17-22 Boys Black and White BMX Bike 12-17-22 Kroc Membership Card and Wallet 12-10-22 2nd Notice Recovered Property 6 ft. Delta Truck…
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QUINCY — Harrison Street between South 24th and Curtis Creek Road will be closed from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday. The closure is necessary so city crews can obtain soil borings for the design of a new bridge over Curtis Creek. Motorists should use Monroe/South 28th or State St. to travel between South 24th and South…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will host a presentation on John Benya titled “Benya: Master of Midcentury” by architect Tony Crane at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22, at the History Museum on the square, 332 Maine. Original architectural drawings, photographs and exhibits will be part of Crane’s presentation. Benya, a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Police Department recently partnered with the Illinois Department of Transportation and law enforcement across the state for the holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign. From Dec. 16 through Jan. 2, the Quincy Police Department showed zero tolerance for impaired driving, arresting no offenders. In a press release, Gabriel Vanderbol…
Read Full Article If this is your year to take control of your weight and fitness, more power to you. Most likely, you’ll need a commitment to exercise regularly. Better Business Bureau has tips to help you determine which gym or health club is the best place to keep you on track. Make sure you’re healthy enough for an…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Daniel Roth and Stephanie Holder of Quincy at 10:32 p.m. Dec. 29.A girl was born to Patrick and Jake Kieffer of Quincy at 3:32 a.m. Jan. 1.A boy was born to Justin and Megan Stinnett of O’Fallon, Mo., at 7:20 p.m. Jan. 1.A girl was born to Daniel…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department “Keep the Wreaths Red” program ended at midnight Jan. 1. The annual public education initiative is designed to promote fire safety during the holiday season. It ran from Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, until midnight on Jan. 1, 2023. Wreaths with red lights were displayed at each Quincy fire station,…
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QUINCY — As Muddy River News first reported on Dec. 30, Quincy Mayor Mike Troup wants an investigation into the process of how Quincy Police Chief Adam Yates became chief. The Police and Fire Commission met Tuesday morning and Troup attended the meeting. The commission went into executive session for about 20 minutes and Troup…
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QUINCY — Twenty-three local nonprofit organizations recently received grants in Samantha Otte’s memory that will benefit hundreds of area youths for artistic, leadership and humanitarian efforts. The grants, totaling nearly $40,000, were distributed from the Samantha Otte Youth Opportunity Fund with the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri at the Oakley-Lindsay Center…
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QUINCY — The northbound lane of North Fourth Street from College Avenue to Elm Street will be closed to through traffic beginning at 7 a.m. Wednesday. This section of road is being closed to replace water service. It is scheduled to reopen at 3 p.m. Thursday Jan. 5. Motorists are advised to use an alternate…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health and Quincy social service agency Bella Ease are working together to assist economically and socially disadvantaged people seeking work. Through the “Healthcare Bridge Program,” a Bella Ease Work Focus case manager provides qualifying job seekers with resume building and interviewing skills assistance, as well as access to support service funds. The…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Chris Ames and Nicole Smith of Quincy at 7:07 p.m. Dec. 27.A boy was born to the Rev. Jacob R. and Emily S. Hercamp of LaGrange, Mo., at 11:35 p.m. Dec. 27.A girl was born to Russell Sumatt and Samantha McHatton of Pittsfield at 8:18 a.m. Dec. 28.A girl…
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QUINCY — The Rotary Club of Quincy presented a $3,500 check on Tuesday, Dec. 20, to Kidzpacks, a non-profit organization that helps provide food to Quincy Public Schools students. The donation was made possible thanks to a $2,750 grant from Rotary District 6460. On Thursday, Dec. 15, a group of Rotarians helped pack 2,000 snack…
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QUINCY — Erin Wilson Laegeler joined the firm of Blickhan, Timmerwilke and Woodworth in December. Prior to joining the firm, Wilson Laegeler clerked for the Judge Joe Billy McDade of the Central District of Illinois for four years. She also has served as an assistant appellate prosecutor for the Illinois State’s Attorney’s Appellate Prosecutor’s Office…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College and the Workforce Innovation Board of Western Illinois will offer an accelerated welding certificate program beginning at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17. This spring accelerated welding program is two weeks shorter than the normal time frame. Individuals can earn their welding certificate in just 14 weeks and be job…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Funders Collaborative has graduated the first cohort of the NonprofitExcellence Initiative. Five participating nonprofit organizations in Adams County — Bella Ease, Cheerful Home, Horizons Social Services, Quincy Community Theatre and the Quincy Family YMCA — have completed a two-year pilot program focusing on leadership development and strategic planning to help…
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QUINCY — The following students graduated in December from the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences: Master of Science in Nursing: Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Blessing-Rieman offers a bachelor of science in nursing degree, a bachelor of science in radiologic science, and a bachelor of science in respiratory care. Blessing-Rieman also offers an associate…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group urologist Matthew Knudson recently announced the addition of Axonics therapy — a long-lasting and clinically proven solution that provides symptom relief for patients suffering with overactive bladder, bowel incontinence and urinary retention. Knudson will be the host a virtual community health talk titled “Regain Bladder and Bowel Control” at 6…
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QUINCY — Hollis (Steve) Swink retired from The Men’s Group on Dec. 18. He has provided partner abuse and domestic violence intervention services for men since 2003. As a result of his retirement, The Men’s Group is being discontinued. At its fullest, Men’s Groups were located in Springfield, Beardstown, Jacksonville, Pittsfield, Hannibal and its home…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health and its employees concluded 2022 fundraising activities for United Way of Adams County on Dec. 14, with Tim Moore, Blessing’s chief accounting officer, presenting Jenna Hull of the United Way with a ceremonial check for $110,000. The actual check – consisting of employee pledges, financial support of an annual gift basket…
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QUINCY — Knapheide employees continued the tradition of spreading holiday cheer at the Illinois Veterans Home on Tuesday, Dec. 20, when they donated presents for 140 residents. This tradition of giving through the Knapheide Veterans Tree started six years ago. In a press release, Sara Colgrove, Vets Home director of volunteer services and activities, said,…
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QUINCY — The Kroc Center and the West Central Illinois Agency on Aging, with funding from the Illinois Department on Aging, have partnered to offer a free 12-week Fit and Strong healthy aging series. The series will begin Jan. 9 and is free. Participants can registering for classes on either Mondays or Wednesdays from 9-10:30…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will be operating under the following hours during winter break: QU Administrative Offices Mass Schedule Health and Fitness Center December schedule Dec. 19-22 Dec. 23 Dec. 24–26 Dec. 27-29 Dec. 30 Dec. 31 Health and Fitness Center January Schedule Brenner Library Hours Library hours will be 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the…
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QUINCY — United Community Credit Union recently appointed Sarah Distin as president and CEO. Distin had been serving as interim CEO following the resignation of Mark Dietrich earlier this year. Distin joined the credit union in 2008 as operations manager. From 2013 up to her recent appointment, she has served as vice president of operations.…
Read Full Article QUINCY— Quincy City Hall will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday and will reopen Tuesday, Dec. 27 with regular business hours. Quincy City Hall will also be closed on Monday, Jan. 2 in observance of the New Year holiday and will reopen Tuesday, Jan. 3, for…
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QUINCY — Quincy Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation to remind motorists about the dangers of impaired driving. Through Jan. 2, law enforcement across Illinois will step up enforcement efforts with a high visibility “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Drive High. Get a DUI” traffic safety campaign. In a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Contributions for the United Way of Adams County 2022 #StartsWithYOU annual campaign have now reached the 64 percent mark of the $1.175 million goal, with $748,457 in pledges received. In a press release, interim executive director Nancy Bluhm said, “It’s a positive milestone. We have additional information that leads us to believe that…
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QUINCY — UScellular provided KidzPacks with a $5,000 monetary donation on Thursday, Dec. 15 so it can buy enough non-perishables to provide 1,040 students in pre-K through 5th grade enrolled in the free lunch program through Quincy Public Schools with breakfast, lunch and snacks each day over winter break. This represents the first time KidzPacks…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The James O’Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal and the O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home of Quincy will match every $20 bill donated to The Salvation Army’s kettles in Hannibal (up to $1,000) and Quincy (up to $1,500) on Tuesday, Dec. 20. In a press release, Matt Schmidt, development director at The Salvation Army, said,…
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QUINCY — Representatives from the Max Wombles Memorial Golf Tournament, family members and friends recently presented a check in the amount of $20,314.08 to the Adams County Suicide Prevention Coalition. This donation is the largest the coalition has received in its history. The presentation took place at Transitions of Western Illinois. Friends of Max Wombles, a…
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QUINCY — Dancing with the Local Stars returns for its 13th year on Friday, Feb. 3. The Ambiance, 5225 Kochs Lane, will be the venue for this year’s event, which features a cast of all-star dancing teams returning to the dance floor. The evening will begin with a social hour from 6-7 p.m., followed by…
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QUINCY — Bethel AME Church, 905 Oak, is the site for literacy classes for the public while partnering with John Wood Community College for instruction. The classes are free and open to the public. Genny Skeffington is the main instructor. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the church.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University held its winter commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 10, in Pepsi Arena. The 2022 graduating class is comprised of 62 undergraduate and 10 graduate degree recipients. University marshal Robert Mejer, distinguished professor of art, and assistant marshals David Kirchhofer and Scott Luaders, professors of physics and chemistry, led the procession. QU…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army will serve a Christmas brunch during the Kroc Church Christmas worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 25 at the Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, in the Meadows. Attendees are welcome to walk in. No reservation is necessary. In a press release, Major Shelley McClintock said, “Christmas is a day to…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine, is conducting a bourbon and whiskey raffle in conjunction with its open house on Dec. 18. Hours for the open house are 1-5 p.m., with winners of the raffle announced at 4 p.m. Fifteen winners, ages 21 and over, will each receive one high-end bottle per drawn ticket.…
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Kiwanis Club brings Santa, Mrs. Claus to elementary schools for Christmas parties with first graders
QUINCY — The Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club organized Christmas parties on Monday, Dec. 12 for first graders in Quincy’s public schools. All first graders received a Christmas gift and heard a Christmas story read by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Kiwanis Club members had parties at Iles, Rooney and Lincoln-Douglas in the morning, then had parties…
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QUINCY — Gem City Kiwanis (Breakfast Kiwanis) announced at its “Sammy Celebration” Friday, Dec. 2, that this year’s Sammy and Kids golf outing raised $22,259. The event, held Oct. 9 at Westview Golf Course, is the continuation of a 15-year effort by the family and friends of 10-year old Samantha Otte, who died from complications…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department’s new lab draw program will begin Jan. 3, 2023. This is cost-effective program is ideal for uninsured, under-insured and high deductible insurance plans. Lab draws will be Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to noon with no appointment necessary. People…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Hospital will be the site of the “Passport to Blessing” hiring event from 3-6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 in the Blessing Hospital auditorium, inside the hospital’s main entrance at 11th and Oak. People will meet with hiring leaders and learn about open positions in nursing, the CNA training program, environmental services, food…
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QUINCY — The Lincoln Academy of Illinois named Quincy University senior Jordan Heeter of Kenosha, Wis., a recipient of the Lincoln Academy Student Laureate Award for 2022. The award is presented to a senior from each four-year college or university in Illinois who demonstrates excellence in the classroom and leadership throughout the campus and community.…
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QUINCY — Joshua Schenk, financial consultant with Thrivent, a diversified financial services organization, recently earned the Retirement Income Certified Professional® designation granted by The American College of Financial Services. The RICP® designation equips financial professionals with the knowledge they need to effectively manage the transition from asset accumulation during a client’s working years to asset…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, Dec. 12, South 24th Street from Adams to Monroe will be closed to traffic to repair a water main break. Weather permitting, the road is expected reopen at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army needs volunteers to help pack Christmas food baskets on Monday, Dec. 19, beginning at 10 a.m. Volunteers may register by calling Tina Lewis at 217-231-5626. The Salvation Army provided 1,600 Christmas food baskets last year for families in the Quincy and Hannibal area. Contributions to the yearly Christmas campaign help…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department conducted a traffic safety campaign Nov. 18-28 reminding motorists to buckle up and drive sober. The “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” mobilization was conducted by Quincy Police Department and other state and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to reduce highway fatalities. During…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Muddy River Riders and Great River Corvette Club have organized a holiday toy ride to benefit The Salvation Army’s 2022 Angel Tree Program. The ride will start at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, when the riders will gather at Smith Brothers Powersports, 5101 Oak. The motorcycles and Corvettes will ride in…
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QUINCY — Bruening Heating, Air Conditioning and Fireplaces, 1857 Broadway, is the host of its seventh annual Cocoa with Claus for the Cause from 4-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9. This event is designed for families and friends to enjoy the holiday spirit while helping a local animal shelter. All are invited to attend to enjoy…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army and Emerald City Jewelers have partnered to present the “Ring for Bling” challenge, which offers an opportunity for a volunteer bell ringer to win a necklace from Emerald City Jewelers. Each time person at least 16 years old volunteers to ring bells for The Salvation Army, their name will be…
Read Full Article The following items recently were recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about anyrecovered property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489. First Notice of Recovered Property 6 ft. Delta truck tool box 11-4-22 Ford key fob and four other keys 11-4-22 Woman’s mountain bike 11-6-22 Black bag with misc. items and hygiene products…
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QUNCY — John Wood Community College’s Student Life organization is sponsoring its annual Pictures with Santa event from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, in the Spring Valley Trails at the Quincy campus, 1301 S. 48th, in the rear parking lot behind campus. The cost is $5 per child and includes a picture with Santa, hot…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Firefighters Local #63 will host their annual Christmas open house Friday, Dec. 9, at Central Fire Station, 906 Vermont. The doors for the event will open at 5:30 p.m. with the event continuing until 9 p.m. Santa will arrive at the fire station via fire truck at 6 p.m. He will visit with…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illinois State Police District 20 Commander Captain Jody Huffman recently announced the results of five special traffic enforcement patrols (sTEP) in Pike and Adams counties during November and two occupant restraint enforcement patrols (OREP) in Adams County on Nov. 25 and Nov. 28. The sTEPs allowed the ISP to provide increased enforcement…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The dates for filing nominating petitions for a seat on the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees are Dec. 12-19, 2022. Petitions must be filed in the office of the president on the third floor of the JWCC Student/Administrative Center on the campus at 48th and Harrison. Office hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m.…
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QUNCY — The Adams County Treasurer’s Office is accepting real estate property tax prepayments during December 2022 for taxes that will be payable in 2023. Prepayments will bear a receipt date in 2022. Prepayments can be made in person or by mail. If paying in person, enter the courthouse through the Fifth Street entrance. Payments…
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