Hancock County, Illinois
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. Terry Niggemeyer and Julie Niggemeyer of Keokuk, Iowa sold a residence at 135 S. 17th in Hamilton…
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CARTHAGE Ill. — The annual meeting of the Hancock County Historical Society will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Carthage Community Center, 301 Main. Tracy Knight will share “Everyday Awe: Reflections of a Country Doctor,” from Dr. James Coeur’s recorded memories, which is a sampling of his entries that demonstrated the life experiences…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Legacy Theater in Carthage brings a tribute to one of the top country duets in the nation with “A Night with Garth and Trisha” at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. Shawn Gerhard will portray Garth Brooks, and he will be joined on stage by Amy Pelton as Trisha Yearwood. Fans…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently announced that Melissa Brewer, a nurse practitioner specializing in emergency care, has been appointed as the state representative of Illinois for the American Academy of Emergency Nurse Practitioners (AAENP). The AAENP is a leading professional organization that promotes high-quality, evidence-based practice for nurse practitioners providing emergency care to patients…
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QUINCY — The first of nine open-house-style informational sessions on Medicare Advantage plan changes at Blessing Health System will take place Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. Seniors and their caregivers are invited to stop between 3 and 6 p.m. to talk with certified staff to help understand the benefits…
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CARTHGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Teaching Kitchen’s fall edition of Balanced Bites: Cooking for Diabetes, which promotes diabetes wellness through healthy cooking, will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 30, in the Health and Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital, 1454 N. County Road 2050. Led by Kayce Fuhrman, registered nurse,…
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QUINCY — Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, 926 Broadway, Suite 3, is having an open house from 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 11. Attendees will decorate pumpkins, play a variety of games, meet the staff and learn about the services provided. Land of Lincoln is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program and the Hancock County Health Department are partnering with Quincy Medical Group to offer free mammograms to Illinois residents who are either uninsured or have high-deductible health plans. Eligible individuals are invited to visit Quincy Medical Group at 1118…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Dr. Yoon Hang Kim, chief wellness officer at Memorial Hospital, is a recipient of the 2024 Functional Medicine for All scholarship. Awarded by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), this honor’s ongoing mission is to broaden access to functional medicine, particularly in rural areas. The Functional Medicine for All scholarship is designed…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Chaddock is offering youth mental health first aid training from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Carthage United Methodist Church. This training is designed for people working with or supporting youths age 12-18 such as teachers, school staff, coaches, camp counselors, youth group leaders and parents. The course…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation is bringing back the October Moon Barn Dance at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at Smokin’ Gun Hunting Lodge and Event Center, 995 E. County Road 1550 in Hamilton. Bocephus Wayne will provide the pre-show beginning at 7 p.m., followed by an A-List Nashville. The event will have…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Fights Cancer recently presented checks totaling $46,000 from proceeds of this year’s team fundraising events and annual block party. The group presented a check for $18,400 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for cancer research and a check for $27,600 to HUGS (Help Us Give Support) of Hancock County, the…
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. Larry Dighton and Connie Dighton of Carthage sold a residence at 237 N. First in Carthage…
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NAUVOO, Ill. — Sometimes a person must take matters into their own hands. Singer Drew Baldridge did that and soon became the first country singer to have a self-funded, self-promoted song, “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” hit the No. 1 spot on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart. It also landed third on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. No…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Tony Koehler, the manager of Western Illinois Mutual in Carthage, was honored with the prestigious LAUTUM Award at the 143rd annual convention of the Illinois Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (IAMIC) in August. LAUTUM is Mutual spelled backward. It stands for strength, dedication, leadership, commitment, integrity and honor. The award originated in 1972…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Terry Newell has chosen The Legacy Theater in Carthage to present the Sue Newell Scholarship Showcase at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. This variety show is a third-party rental event hosted at the theater, produced in memory of Newell’s late wife, Sue, to raise funds for a scholarship fund in her…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services will be the host of an end-of-summer carnival that will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at Willow Grove Childcare and Learning Center, 641 Buchanan. This event is free and open to the public in collaboration with Memorial Hospital. It offers…
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FOWLER, Ill. — A car associated with a missing person case in Hancock County was discovered Wednesday night, and a death investigation is under way after human remains were discovered Thursday morning about 300 yards from where the car was found. The Quincy and Adams County 911 Center notified the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department at…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Heart of Hancock Humane Society, 1587 N. County Road 1750 in Carthage, is waiving adoption fees for veterans and family in honor of Patriot Day. The offer will end on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Veterans are encouraged to make an appointment to view available pets and complete an adoption application. An approval…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital has announced the addition of lactation counseling services with Julie Shoemaker. These services are designed for pregnant women and mothers interested in learning about breastfeeding, those who are struggling with breastfeeding or those simply looking for support in their breastfeeding journey. These counseling services are designed to provide the necessary…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Institute of Health and Healing is now offering the Transition Phase of the Optifast Program, designed to support patients in their journey toward sustainable weight loss and improved health. The Optifast Program is a doctor-supervised meal plan that has been helping patients achieve their weight loss goals for more than 40…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals, from noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at inside Health and Wellness Conference Rooms at 1454 N. County Road 2050. Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with…
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NAUVOO, Ill. — Living Water, a local worship band, will lead a time of worship during the Nauvoo Grape Festival beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 1 in the entertainment tent at Nauvoo State Park. The event is sponsored by Golden’s Point Christian Church of Hamilton. Area residents and Grape Fest attendees are invited to…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Memorial Institute of Health and Healing has announced an addition to its offerings: a carefully curated selection of high-quality supplements, handpicked by Dr. Yoon Hang Kim, chief wellness officer. With his extensive experience in integrative medicine, Kim has meticulously selected these supplements to meet the needs of patients, ensuring they receive…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Memorial Hospital Health and Wellness Center Teaching Kitchen will be the site of “The Best of Fall Foods” with Chef Amber Clark and registered dietitian Ashlyn Housewright on Friday, Sept. 27. This class will begin at 10 a.m. and wrap up after lunch. Kknown for her expertise in crafting seasonal dishes,…
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