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MRN Editor David Adam talks with John Wood Community College President Bryan Renfro about the Aspen Prize, spring enrollment numbers, expansion at the Workforce Development Center, the Pathways to Promise Scholarship and the strange combination of pizza and Mexican food in Quincy’s restaurants. MRN This Week is furnished by Harvey’s Furniture.
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Andrew D. Harris, 33, 706 Payson Ave., FTA Stolen Vehicle at S. 8th St. and Washington St. Lodged 147Barbara L. Ippenson, 88, Quincy, reports on 11/19/2023 her 2008 Kia was struck at N. 48th St. and Oak St. 122Andrew R. Nunn, 25, 2237 Sycamore St., reports on 11/21/2023 his 2021 Hyundai was struck while parked…
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QUINCY — The Maxwell Dempsey Wombles Memorial Crue donated a check for $22,000 to the Adams County Suicide Prevention Coalition at a Nov. 13 meeting at Transitions of Western Illinois. The funds were raised through an annual golf tournament as well as a 50/50 raffle and over 70 raffle baskets. An after party held at…
Read Full Article Alanna M. Dawson, 50, Quincy, for indecent conduct in the 800 block of North 9th. N.T.A. 120Samantha J. Flint, 31, Quincy, for domestic battery in the 1600 block of Vermont. Lodged. 169Arianna R. Fernandez Villa, 22, Quincy, for F.T.A. illegal transportation of alcohol at 6th and Cedar. Lodged. 153Daniel W. Noe, 42, Quincy, for domestic…
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QUINCY — Orquesta Alto Maiz, a popular Latin-jazz dance band, will perform Saturday, Dec. 9, at State Street Theatre. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. show. Orquesta Alto Maiz plays a wide range of Latin musical styles including merengue, samba, cha-cha-cha, salsa, calypso and boleros. Audience participation (dancing and singing) is…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army and Emerald City Jewelers have partnered to present the Ring for Bling challenge, which offers volunteer bell ringers an opportunity to win a beautiful piece of jewelry donated by Emerald City Jewelers. Each time a person (older than 16 years) volunteers to ring bells for The Salvation Army, his or…
Read Full Article Tadarryle D. Washington, 40, of Quincy for Trespassing at 540 Harrison St. on 11/21/23. 121Bellamie L. Frasier, 40, Salem, for Fail To Reduce Speed and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 29th & Broadway on 11/21/23. 179Stacy L. Young, 39, of Quincy for Fail to Reduce Speed and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 12th & Maine…
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QUINCY — Better Business Bureau (BBB) Quincy is honoring three businesses with TORCH Awards for Ethics in 2023. BBB TORCH Awards recognize organizations committed to exceptional standards for ethical business practices and service to their customers, employees, suppliers and communities. In a press release, Don O’Brien, BBB Quincy regional director, said, “We’re excited to honor…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently announced a scholarship program to help make a QU education more affordable for many working students and their families. Quincy University’s new Illinois Tuition Promise Program will cover 100 percent of tuition and books for eligible Illinois students seeking undergraduate degrees. The Promise Program applies to new students who are…
Read Full Article Brian L. Mayfield, 42, Hannibal, Mo., for Domestic Battery & Criminal Trespass at 834 Lind. Lodged 186Ashley A. Clark, 35, 2900 State for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 7th & Spruce. 108/147Nieckeo P. Daucsavage, 29, Quincy, for Operate Uninsured & Suspended Registration. NTA. 108Ranada L. Harper, 43, Quincy, Trespassing at 543 Grant Dr. NTA 121Lincoln M.…
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QUINCY — Union United Methodist Church, 1101 State, will welcome award-winning Christian singer and songwriter Paul Good on Friday, Dec. 15. A free will offering will be taken for the performance that begins at 7 p.m. The evening will offer worship and fellowship in addition to Good’s performance of a mix of his original Christian…
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QUINCY — Assistant State’s Attorney Josh Jones said Mackenzie Bullard was shot in the head and killed as the result of an armed robbery during which a group of adults and juveniles allegedly conspired to steal a gun. Jones revealed that information during status hearings Tuesday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court for Tristian L.…
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QUINCY — A husband and wife who formerly owned a Quincy business and now face two theft charges pled not guilty during their arraignment Tuesday afternoon, and they have an April trial date. Andy P. Reardon, 58, and Michelle M. Reardon, 52, of Spring Hill, Fla., appeared before Judge Tad Brenner in Adams County Circuit…
Read Full Article Brooke M. Wells, 29, 2246 College Ave., Failure to Reduce Speed at N. 13th St. and Broadway St. PTC 148Richard M. Simms, 18, Tenn., Operating Uninsured, DWLS and Unlawful Possession of Firearm at N. 18th St. and Oak St. NTA 104Caitlin A. Jenkins, 33, Hull, Failure to Yield Right of Way at N. 8th St.…
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QUINCY — Two men arrested in connection to a Nov. 5 burglary along North Bottom Road pled not guilty during their arraignments Tuesday morning. Jamar R. Washington, 27, and Ashton T. Summers, 19, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Tad Brenner. Washington is represented by Betsy Bier, and Summers is represented by Dennis…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 23-24, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday. It will reopen with regular business hours on Monday, Nov. 27. Central Services will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 23-24. Garbage will not be picked up on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023. The route normally…
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QUINCY — It would be wonderful to cure heart disease, cancer or diabetes for loved ones and friends this holiday season. Those “gifts” are out of the reach of most people. What is possible is to help those living with these diseases through a Blessing Health System Honor Card. The buyer of an Honor Card…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Carson and Amanda Tortorige of Glennallen, Ark., at 11:07 a.m. Nov. 9, 2023.A boy was born to Cody and Taylor Johnson of Green City, Mo., at 11:46 a.m. Nov. 9, 2023.A girl was born to Calvin and Sadie Smith of Quincy at 8:29 a.m. Nov. 11, 2023.A boy…
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QUINCY — Arguably the most important news from Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting happened in executive session. When the public will learn that news is yet to be determined. Aldermen got their first look at a report prepared by Rick Stewart with Stewart Law Firm PC from Springfield. A complaint was received by a whistleblower…
Read Full Article Keith A. Wasson, 65, of Quincy for Malicious Mischief at 1517 W.Granview St. on 11/18/23. 178Nathaniel L. Kellogg, 20, of Quincy for FTA – Burglary and Domestic Battery at 6th & Oak St. Lodged. 112Angelica M. Wray, 19, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at 20th & State St. 122Ricky A. Squires, 37, Quincy, for…
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Jayden R. Hise, 24, last known address in the 1400 block of Lakeshore Drive in Fowler, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for domestic battery, possession of methamhetamine, resisting peace officer, forgery and theft. Hise is 5-foot-5 tall and 170 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can…
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QUINCY — Five arrests have been made in connection with the October shooting death of a teenage girl in October. However, none of the people arrests have been charged with her death, and Assistant State’s Attorney Josh Jones is frustrated because of changes in Illinois law that prevents him from making those charges. “(Assistant State’s…
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QUINCY — Firefighters Local 63 will hold its annual black light bingo bash at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Elks Lodge, 311 N. Second. Doors for the event will open at 5 p.m. A 50/50 drawing and various raffles will be available with more than $1,000 in cash prizes awarded. Food will…
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QUINCY — The District will kick off the holiday season with the lighting of Washington Park on Saturday, Nov. 25. Activities are scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Music in the gazebo by the Quincy Concert Band’s low brass ensemble will start at 5:30 p.m. with Santa arriving in a new sleigh accompanied by dancers…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre will hold Discovery Night for its upcoming production of Peter Pan from 5:30 tp 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21. This free event will showcase the production process, offer a live rehearsal preview, and discussion of show topics. Registration is not required. Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale and originally adapted…
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