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QUINCY — More than 4,500 locations, including two in Quincy, will be open Nov. 13-20 to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts for the Samaritan’s Purse project. Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts — filled with school supplies, personal care items and fun toys — to children worldwide since 1993. Operation…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League’s 55th annual Holiday Gift Show, officially sponsored by The Herald-Whig, will be held at the Oakley-Lindsay Center in Quincy on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature more than 80 vendors with a variety…
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Both “48 Hours” on CBS and “Dateline” on NBC have run their respective reports on the murder of Becky Bliefnick at the hands of her estranged husband, Tim Bliefnick. Now that they have run, Muddy River News would like to know what you thought of them.
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Clifford L. Hopping, 74, of Quincy for Disobey Stop-Light at 12th & Hampshire St. NTA. 124Allyssa D. Johnson, 31, of Quincy for TOF – Nuisance Abatement at 1525 S. 5th St. on 07/05/23. NTA. 121Ray E. Golden, 31, of Quincy for TOF – Trespassing at 1525 S. 5th St. on 05/06/23. NTA. 121Marranda T. Harrison,…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy began the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas Kick-Off luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 9. Campaign chairs Hal and Kathy Oakley were introduced, and the campaign goal of $435,000 was announced. “We have seen how The Salvation Army impacts our community in so many positive ways,”…
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QUINCY — The Kroc Center will offer free admission to all veterans on Saturday, Nov. 11. Veterans should present their military/veteran identification to receive free entry and enjoy The Kroc Center’s many offerings, including the facility’s weightlifting and cardio areas, as well as the aquatic center. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, will be open from…
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CHICAGO — When testifying to the Illinois Courts Commission about Eighth District Judge Robert Adrian’s experience and knowledge in the 13 years he’s been on the bench in Adams County, Quincy attorney Drew Schnack took the opportunity to make a pitch to the seven commissioners. “It would be tragic to lose Judge Adrian,” Schnack said…
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CHICAGO — Asked what he thought about his hearing before the Illinois Courts Commission, which ended Wednesday afternoon, Eighth Circuit Judge Robert Adrian’s response was simple. “I have no idea,” he replied. The two-day hearing wrapped up with the testimony of three prosecution witnesses and one defense witness, along with closing arguments. Other than when…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners has indefinitely tabled a request for $350,000 in funding from the Quincy Riverfront Development Corporation to assist in the burial of underground power lines along Front Street. The board was unanimous in its action to table the request for financing. The Riverfront Development Corporation is asking…
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QUINCY — The Aspen Institute has named John Wood Community College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community…
Read Full Article Jacob S Bigley, 43, 1120 Washington St., Trespassing at 543 Grant Dr. NTA 121Donald L. Stathem, 39, 721 N. 4th St., Adams County Warrant for Burglary and Possession of Another’s Debit Card at 5211 Broadway St. Lodged 124Jenna A. Chatfield, 30, 732 S. 11th St., DWLS, Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured at Holiday Dr. and…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court Oct. 1-31, 2023. Ashley E. Engle from Jeremiah D. Engle on Oct. 4, 2023.Nancy Hood from Richard Hood on Oct. 4, 2023.Cheryl A. Spencer Martin from Hiram E. Martin on Oct. 18, 2023.Patricia A. Gilker from John E. Gilker on Oct.…
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QUINCY — Horizons Soup Kitchen’s second annual “Charcuterie in CommUNITY” fundraiser is set from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, at Quincy Country Club. This event will showcase a competition among local talents, all vying for the prestigious title of Best in Show and People’s Choice awards. The event will debut the inaugural…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently was awarded a federal fiscal year 2024 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant to conduct additional traffic safety enforcement efforts. The STEP program focuses on high-visibility enforcement and strategies aimed at saving lives and preventing injuries by reducing traffic crashes. In a press release, Sgt. Ryan Witt said,…
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CHICAGO — Eighth Circuit Judge Robert Adrian said he made a “rookie mistake” when he found Drew Clinton guilty in a sexual assault case, then repeatedly admitted he made errors when he reversed his decision during a sentencing hearing on Jan. 3, 2022. “It’s hard to admit you make a mistake in a lot of…
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QUINCY — In celebration of Veterans Day, Quincy University’s School of Humanities and History Department will honor veterans with a presentation by Wendell Mauter, professor emeritus of history, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, in Francis Hall, Room 334, on QU’s main campus, 1800 College. The presentation, “The Allies’ Allies: How Allied Nations Helped the…
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QUINCY — The familiar sights and sounds of red kettles and bells will soon return as The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command begins its first days of fundraising for its Christmas campaign in Quincy on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10-11. Kettles will resume full-time for the season on Friday, Nov. 17, in Quincy and Hannibal…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved an ordinance for an $8.5 million loan from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency for needed work to upgrade water plant equipment, some of which has been in use by the city since the 1950’s. “That’s one of the things that keeps me up at night, thinking about that water…
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CHICAGO — A three-day hearing before the Illinois Courts Commission for Eighth Judicial Circuit Judge Robert Adrian is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Tuesday in the Michael A. Bilandic Building, 160 N. LaSalle. Cook County Circuit Court Judge Lewis Nixon picked this week for the trial during a video conference in April. Adrian found Drew Clinton,…
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CHICAGO — Life is much simpler these days for Cameron Vaughan. She’s now living in Joplin, Mo., near her grandmother, Dorothy Shutter. She has moved in with her boyfriend, Matthew Sharp, and together they take care of a cat and a Husky dog. When she visits the grocery store, goes to dinner or works her…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Horizons Social Services, 224 S. Eighth, will celebrate its 15th anniversary from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8. Horizons Social Services is a beacon of hope, providing essential services and support to people and families in need. The organization’s unwavering commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of community…
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QUINCY — Three men were arrested Sunday night and face burglary charges. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday to a residence in the 4300 block of North Bottom Road. Multiple suspects were identified after surveillance footage was reviewed. Deputies later conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle…
Read Full Article Annaleesa L. Montes, 22, of 9603 Rock Quarry Rd. for DWLS and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 5th and York. NTA 176Kaleb A. Ulrich, 24, Homeless for FTA- Poss of Controlled Substance at 510 Jersey. Lodged 120Eric A. Stockhecke, 63, of 1028 Catherine Dr. for FTA-Criminal Damage at his residence. Lodged 176Sharon K. Riley, 75,…
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John Wood Community College held its formal ceremony to welcome Bryan Renfro as the school’s president late last week. Here are his remarks.
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QUINCY — The second “Grateful for American Greats” benefit and concert will be Saturday, Nov. 11 at the Corinthian Event Center. The event will celebrate local heroes and show appreciation for their service with live entertainment, food and guest speakers. The headlining act is No Fences, a tribute band to country music icon Garth Brooks.…
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