Brown County, Illinois
QUINCY — State Senator Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is encouraging residents of the 50th district to take advantage of her Free Constituent Resource Card, which provides complimentary access to more than a dozen renowned museums and parks throughout the greater Chicagoland area. “With summer in full swing, families are often looking for affordable ways to explore…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., the nation’s largest food industry redistributor, hosted its Charitable Development Day on Wednesday, July 9, at its Mount Sterling headquarters and the Brown County Library. The company welcomed 29 nonprofit organizations from across West Central Illinois for a full day of learning, connection, and recognition. As part of…
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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. 0708/2025:Haley E. Boyd, Mt. Sterling, was traveling on Cr 985N, left the roadway and struck a culvert, the vehicle overturned. 07/11/2025:A juvenile from Quincy, was travelling on 1250N, left the…
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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. Jered Shoopman and Jacquelyn Shoopman of Mount Sterling sold a residence at 104 W. Union in…
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. 07/06/2025: Jeffery L. Rigg, Mt. Sterling; Struck a deer on 943 440N Ave. CITATIONS: 06/30/2023:Kimberly A. Brooks, Ripley; Battery 07/01/2025:Mandi N. Law, Quincy; Speeding 78/55 MPH Zone.
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QUINCY — Judge Christopher Pratt has officially launched his campaign to be elected as At-Large Circuit Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for the March 2026 Republican Primary and November 2026 General Election. Pratt was appointed to the position by the Illinois Supreme Court in June 2024 after being unanimously recommended by a local selection…
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Quincy – State Representative Kyle Moore announced Wednesday he is running for re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives in the 99th District. Moore said he pledges to continue his fight for transparency, conservative values, and the hardworking families of West Central Illinois. “As your representative, it is a privilege to work for you,” said…
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MARION, Ill. — Nicole Taylor of Mount Sterling won the Omega preliminary for evening gown at the Miss Illinois scholarship pageant Thursday night. Contestants are split into two groups, Alpha and Omega. They award top score evening gown in each group and Taylor, who is in the competition as Miss Prairie State, took home top…
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. 06/16/2025:Ivane G. Mahimer, Chicago, was on IL 107 and stuck a motorcycle operated by Earl W. Hadsall, Versailles as she attempted to cross IL 99 into the DOT Foods parking…
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RIPLEY, Ill. — Members of the Cemetery Board of the Ripley Cemetery have successfully met their goal of honoring military veterans who have been buried in the little cemetery that sits along U.S. 24 on the south side of Ripley. The Memorial Day service was the target date for the first time that each veteran…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — The 36th annual Timewell Lions Toy and Antique Tractor Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22, at the old Timewell School and Gym. Nine dealers from Illinois, Iowa and Missouri will be in attendance and will have toy tractors, combines, semi-trucks, construction toys, custom toys, hot wheels and various other items.…
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QUINCY — The Two Rivers Regional Council (TRRC) of Public Officials recently announced it is consolidating two of its Quincy offices into a single, more accessible location at 133 N. 33rd. The new location is scheduled to open to the public on June 30. A press release noted the change will not affect the locations…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — The Quilts of Valor Foundation presented quilts to 12 Dot Foods and Dot Transportation, Inc. employees during a ceremony held this spring in Mount Sterling. The event honored their service in the U.S. military. Dot’s Veterans Employee Resource Group (VERG) organized the ceremony and recognized the following veteran employees: The Quilts…
Read Full Article 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. Samuel J. Pinney and Debbie A. Pinney of Loami sold a residence at 1027 950 E.…
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WCIL Gives, a four-day online giving event sponsored by the Tracy Family Foundation (TFF)launches today, Monday, June 9 and will continue through Thursday, June 12. This excitinginitiative provides a platform for community members to explore and donate to causes that inspirethem, supporting the vital work of more than 80 nonprofits, churches, and schools serving WestCentral…
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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…
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. 05/23/2025: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.…
Read Full Article 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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