Brown County, Illinois
QUINCY — The Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), the largest older adult volunteer program in the nation, has lost federal funding in both Quincy (through John Wood Community College) and Hannibal (through Douglass Community Services). The Quincy branch plans to continue to operate, hoping for future funding to come through. Beginning July 1, the RSVP…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command is collecting and distributing electric fans to those in need this summer. Distribution of fans from its Family Services facilities, in both Quincy and Hannibal, will begin as needed. Anyone living within the Quincy Area Command’s service area of Adams, Pike and Brown counties in Illinois and…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 05/23/2025:Lauren N. Jennings, Mt. Sterling struck a deer on IL 107/CR 525N. 05/26/2025:A juvenile from Rushville, struck a deer on CR 95N.Amelia L. Welty: Mt. Sterling: Was traveling on CR…
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QUINCY — State Rep. Kyle Moore is inviting area youngsters to explore new worlds this summer in his “To the Library and Beyond” summer reading program. In a press release, Moore said, “Books can take you to amazing places. When you’re a reader, there’s always a new adventure waiting just a page-turn away. Whether you…
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PETERSBURG, Ill. — Approximately 300 people attended a campaign kickoff event for Judge Gabe Grosboll on Friday, May 2, at Wankel’s in Petersburg. All eight of the Republican county chairpersons in the Eighth Judicial Circuit, along with area state senators and representatives, were the hosts of the event. Grosboll was previously appointed by Illinois Supreme…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 05/15/2025:A minor from Versailles was traveling on CR 900E and pulled onto IL 99 in front of a vehicle operated by Lauran H. Golliher of Mt. Sterling. Golliher then struck…
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John Wood Community College honored certified nursing assistant (CNA) graduates from the Quincy campus May 8, from Mount Sterling on May 9 and from Pittsfield on May 15. Twenty students received their CNA pins. CNAs provide personal assistance with a wide array of daily activities and strive to meet the physical, emotional and social needs…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — Veterans from all branches of service are invited to a weekend of camaraderie, fun and support at the Veterans Retreat being held Friday through Sunday, May 16-18, at Jensen Woods Camp in Timewell. This retreat is designed to honor those who have served and offer a space for connection, learning and healing.…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Robert W. Pherigo and Brenna D. Pherigo of Mount Sterling sold a photography shop at 103…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 05/04/2025:Jolene N. Hall, Versailles; struck a deer on CR 315N Ave. CITATIONS: 05/02/2025:Neil A. Gratton, Griggsville: Operating a vehicle with suspended registration. 05/03/2025:Zavonte Q. Young, Jacksonville: Operating a vehicle with…
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QUINCY — Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials (TRRC) recently was designated as the new recipient of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title 1 grant for Local Workforce Innovation Area 14 (LWIA 14). This funding will enable TRRC to broaden its workforce development services across a nine-county region in western Illinois, encompassing…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Action Brown County (ABC) recently launched the Business Signage Program, a new grant initiative designed to help local businesses enhance their visibility and attract more customers through the installation of custom signage. The program offers funding for retail, food/drink and experience-based businesses to install blade signs —eye-catching signs that extend perpendicular…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Mount Sterling recently was designated as a Smart Rural Community (SRC) by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, powered by Adams Fiber. This recognition celebrates Mount Sterling’s commitment to harnessing advanced technology to enhance the quality of life for its residents. The announcement was made by Adams board director Tracy Lawson, representing District…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 04/26/2025:Brittney P. Greene, Jacksonville: Struck a deer on Il 99.Alex J. Schenk, Mt. Sterling; was traveling westbound on w. North St. and struck the rear end of a vehicle operated…
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QUINCY — A Mount Sterling man was sentenced Monday to 17 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after entering into a negotiated plea. Michael A. Taylor, 49, of Mount Sterling pled guilty to two counts of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, a Class X felony, during a sentencing hearing before Circuit Judge Holly…
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RUSHVILLE, Ill. — The Brown Schuyler CEO (Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities) annual trade show will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at The Crossing Camp, 15770 Shuck Lane in Rushville. The trade show celebrates the innovation and entrepreneurship of its participants. The CEO program seeks to prepare high school juniors and seniors…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Action Brown County (ABC) has announced the launch of a business innovation grant program aimed at empowering local businesses to bring fresh, forward-thinking ideas to life. This grant opportunity is designed to support innovative projects that strengthen business operations, improve customer experience or drive long-term growth in Brown County. Eligible businesses…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Tracy Family Foundation (TFF) is reminding all eligible nonprofits, churches and schools in West Central Illinois to register for the inaugural West Central Illinois Gives (WCIL Gives) event. Registration is open through Wednesday, April 30. “More than 40 organizations have already registered,” Callie Niederhauser, TFF program manager, said in a…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity:TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 04/19/2025:Peggy M. Crumley, Rushville; Struck a deer on Cr 750E ST. CITATIONS: 04/20/2025:Angela L. Adams, Abingdon; Driving on a suspended driver’s license.
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., has launched a new grant program to strengthen STEM education in West Central Illinois. Through its STEM Education Initiative, the company will award up to $150,000 in total funding, with individual grants up to $15,000 available for selected public and private schools. During the past two years, Dot…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — More details have been released about a head-on fatal crash on Thursday in Brown County. The crash happened just after 2 p.m. on U.S. Route 24 at the intersection of Timewell Road, about five miles west of Mount Sterling. The Illinois State Police reports a Toyota Avalon driven by Donna J. Stephenson,…
Read Full Article TIMEWELL, Ill. — Three people are dead after a head-on fatal crash on Thursday in Brown County. The crash happened just after 2 p.m. on U.S. Route 24 at the intersection of Timewell Road, about five miles west of Mount Sterling. Brown County Sheriff Justin Oliver reports that two males were killed in one vehicle,…
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Rushville man gets 30 months probation, has two Class X felonies dismissed as part of plea agreement
VERSAILLES, Ill. — A Rushville man facing two Class X felonies for the manufacture and delivery of more than 5,000 grams of cannabis pled guilty this week to lesser charges. Jack O. Flachs, 23, appeared in Brown County Circuit Court with attorney Drew Schnack before Judge Jerry Hooker on April 7. He pled guilty to…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 04/03/2025:A juvenile from Mt. Sterling rear ended a vehicle in front of Dot Foods, Inc. driven by Emma E. Hendricks of Versailles. Two passengers were transported to local hospitals with…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Brown County Children’s Advocacy Center and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Brown County, programs of Advocacy Network for Children, along with the Brown County Sheriff’s Department and Brown County Elementary School has planned an awareness event in honor National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. Parents of students in grades…
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