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QUINCY — Clarity Healthcare, in partnership with Adams County Agencies Battling Against Substance Use and Overdose, is hosting an Overdose Awareness Day event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 31, at Washington Park. The community is invited to join the effort to honor people lost to drug-related deaths and end the stigma associated with…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Civic Music Association’s season for 2023-24 will present four concerts this season with performances from a dynamic crossover string quartet, a chamber music wind quintet, a salsa band and an energetic a capella group. QCMA is partnering with Quincy Public Schools for String Fest and Wind Fest. Musicians from ATLYS will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is registered with OfferUp, a mobile marketplace for local buyers and sellers in the United States, as a Community MeetUp Spot which allows residents to have a safe, public location to conduct Internet marketplace in-person transactions. Millions of people buy and sell items locally every day in communities throughout…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Ashley Chbeir, clinical research coordinator for Blessing Health, has earned the status of certified clinical research professional. Requirements to earn the certification include having a minimum of two years in the field and passing the Society of Clinical Research Associates examination. SOCRA established the certification program for Clinical Research Professionals to create an…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery, located in Brenner Library, is hosting the visual works of current and former faculty of the QU Art Program. This free exhibition is open through Sept. 22. Art faculty featured include Bob Mejer, Karl Warma, Gary Meacher, Peggy Ballard, Becky Butler, Dave Maas, Ruth Ann Snowden and others. In…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Steven and Chaddea Calef of Paloma at 10:33 p.m. Aug. 16, 2023.A girl was born to Caleb Crawford and Natelie Hidalgo of Griggsville at 4:27 p.m. Aug. 17, 2023.A boy was born to Byron and Amanda Smith of Quincy at 8:42 a.m. Aug. 21, 2023. A boy was…
Read Full Article Zakkary R.J. Perry, 32, last known address in the 300 block of Sycamore in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for unlawful possession of a controlled substance and obstructing ID. Perry is 6 foot tall and 160 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. If you know where he can be found,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — People struggling with debt or seeking to fix their credit score often turn to credit relief companies. And some of these companies make big promises, but then don’t deliver, leaving people further in debt. Debt is not inherently bad, but many people find themselves underwater as monthly payments and interest stack up, leading…
Read Full Article QUINCY — One hundred twenty-five students at John Wood Community College were named to the dean’s list for the 2023 summer term. 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…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Gem City Breakfast Kiwanis will hold its annual Peanut Day fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 1. Breakfast Kiwanians will be wearing vests identifying them as members as they give out peanuts and solicit donations. Kiwanians will be at both doors of Farm and Home Supply and Niemann Foods from 7 a.m. to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Studio 101, a business hatching space in the Experience Quincy building, has played a pivotal role in providing a prime Maine Street location the Quincy Children’s Museum to thrive. The success of the museum in Studio 101 has necessitated a move to a larger temporary space as it prepares for an exciting next…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Registration is now open for fall personal and professional development classes at John Wood Community College. Classes are created for learners of all ages to further develop knowledge and skills in hobbies and professional development based on their interest. Courses run at various times through September and December. Cost per class varies. This…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Tickets are available for Quincy Community Theatre’s 100th anniversary gala fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 22. The event will celebrate the theatre’s past, present and future during the event. Funds raised will support QCT’s commitment to high-quality theatre entertainment and education. In a press release, Executive Director Burgandy Hill said, “In September 1923, the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the Class of 2024 Business Hall of Fame. Officials say when considering nominees, think of business leaders who have laid the foundation for innovation, strong work ethic, sound financial principles and vision that will continue to serve the Quincy area for generations. In…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A structure fire in a one-story single-family home at 1410 N. 14th was contained early Friday night to the attic and one room. No one was injured. A press release from the Quincy Fire Department said two QFD cause and origin investigators were called to the scene. The preliminary determination is the fire was…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Theresa Oakley has graduated from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale with her Doctor of Medical Science degree. The SIU School of Medicine Doctor of Medical Science degree prepares physician assistants to be leaders in health care, higher education, research, and innovative industries, as well as public and private agencies. The program is designed to advance physician…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Ten people were arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 22, as part of a narcotics detail by the Quincy Police Department in a coordinated effort with the Illinois State Police, Adams County Sheriff’s Department, and West Central Illinois Task Force. The narcotics detail was aimed at targeting the possession and distribution of narcotics in Quincy…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Demetrius Fernando, 46, of the 2200 block of Ohio in Quincy, recently was sentenced by Senior U.S. District Judge Sue E. Myerscough to eight years in prison, to be followed by 48 months of supervised release, for distributing methamphetamine. At the sentencing hearing, the government presented evidence that Fernando distributed more than…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health System is hosting five free prostate cancer screenings in September as part of its observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Registration is required by going online to blessinghealth.org/prostate. The free screenings will be held on the following dates at the following locations: Men who are 55 to 69 years old should…
Read Full Article Quincy Public and Parochial Schools will be dismissing early due to extreme heat indexes. While school buildings are air conditioned, the majority of the main route buses are not. Lunch will be served. Outdoor activities will be canceled or moved indoors. “I do not take these decisions lightly but must ensure that all our students…
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