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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illini Community Hospital will host a food drive on Thursday, Nov. 21, for residents of Pike County. There will be enough food available for approximately 200 families. The distribution will in the parking lot of the Pike County Farm Bureau, 1301 E. Washington, beginning at 3 p.m. and will end when all…
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QUINCY — No one was hurt following a fire at a Kentucky Street home Tuesday afternoon. The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 1030 Kentucky at 4:42 p.m. Tuesday. All occupants were out of the house prior to firefighters arriving on the scene and also reporting that smoke was coming…
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Republican candidates disagree on cause of City Council communication troubles during Tuesday debate
QUINCY — Both Republican candidates for mayor of Quincy agreed that a lack of communication is the Quincy City Council’s biggest problem. Exactly who creates that lack of communication was one of the more hotly contested topics of Tuesday night’s debate at First Baptist Church. Incumbent Mike Troup and challenger Dan Brink answered questions from…
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Jennifer A. McConnell, 27, Homeless for Stealing at 2600 N. 12th. NTA 134John Bevis Jr., 42, 1638 N. 5th for DWLS and Driving 11-14 MPH Above Limit. NTA 122Michael V. Mitchell, 19, Hull for Speeding. NTA 122Magdalene M. Kendrick, 24, 3023 Fox Run W. for Speeding. NTA 122Xavier H. Clark, 22, for FTA Truancy. Lodged…
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QUINCY — Quincy University announced on Tuesday morning its plans to launch doctoral programs in occupational therapy and physical therapy, pending accreditation approval. These new programs, which will be the university’s first doctoral degrees in its 165-year history, aim to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals in the region. “These two new programs will…
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CARTHAGE Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center invites kids in grades 2-4 to get into the holiday spirit with a holiday treat-making workshop from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, at the Health and Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital at 1454 N. County Road 2050. This festive workshop will allow children…
Read Full Article Derrick Farris, 44, 2722 Joyce Road for failure to report a traffic crash at 17th and Harrison. 182Piper Zarbano, 22, 3100 State St., Apt. H50 for improper driving at State and Ridgewood. 182Jorge Martinez Medina, 35, North Fond Du Lac, Wis., for driving on suspended DL. 140Tyler Arbet, 28, homeless on a warrant for FTA…
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QUINCY — Quincy Public Library recently announced the appointment of Natascha Will as its new assistant director. Will brings nearly two decades of service to the library, working since 2006 in the children’s department, where she excelled as a children’s event specialist. In her new role, Will will help guide and support the library staff…
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QUINCY — First Mid Bank & Trust, 636 Hampshire, has named Alec Evans as its new mortgage loan officer serving Quincy and the surrounding communities. Evans is responsible for assisting customers with all aspects of mortgage lending — home purchases, refinances, home equity lines of credit and personal loans. “We are excited to have Alec join us…
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QUINCY — Four candidates are looking to fill two open seats on the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees. Andrew Sprague is the lone incumbent among the four seeking seeks in the April 1 consolidated general election. Former Adams County Board Chairman Kent Snider, who will officially leave his position on the board Nov.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted to approve electric aggregation for all electric accounts for city municipal departments and facilities, while also authorizing Mayor Mike Troup to enter into any contracts and execute any documents necessary to acquire the lowest electric rate. “This has nothing to do with the citizens of Quincy. It’s for…
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QUINCY — Comptroller Sheri Ray asked the five members of the Finance Committee for guidance during their meeting before the Quincy City Council meeting. Ray ran out of time before she received an answer. Ray asked for a motion or direction from the committee to show support for a Truth in Taxation resolution and hearing,…
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QUINCY — Two members of the Quincy Park Board have decided to run for re-election, but two others will not. John Frankenhoff and Barb Holthaus hope to return to the board, while David Grimm, Cecil Weathers, Greg Artz and Josh Crabtree filed statements of candidacy before the Nov. 18 deadline as they try to secure…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) and Western Illinois University (WIU) signed an agreement Monday morning establishing a transfer pathway for students pursuing a degree in criminal justice/law enforcement. JWCC President Bryan Renfro and WIU Interim President Kristi Mindrup signed the agreement during a Monday ceremony. This agreement maps out an academic pathway from…
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QUINCY — Employees of Adams Telephone Co-Operative recently presented a check for $20,112.50 to the United Way of Adams County, Inc. The United Way of Adams County champions essential causes such as education, financial stability and health, which form the foundation of a fulfilling life. Jim Broemmer, chief executive officer, highlighted the significance of Adams’…
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Meet Titus, a sweet 5-year-old grey and white terrier lab mix with a heart of gold! This charming boy is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his vaccinations, ensuring he’s both healthy and ready for adventure. Titus has a playful personality and a zest for life that shines through in everything he does.…
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QUINCY — This year marks a special milestone for the Quincy Medical Group (QMG) Foundation Bridge the Gap to Health Race as it celebrates its 25th anniversary. This annual event has brought the community together to support causes that enhance the quality of life for local residents. To honor this milestone, the race is raising…
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QUINCY — Savana Santos, a Quincy High School graduate, recently received a Grammy nomination for best folk album for her work on “Weird Faith” with singer-songwriter Madi Diaz. The album features “Kiss on the Wall,” co-written by Santos. Santos moved to Nashville to pursue music after graduating high school in 2017. She released the song…
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There’s a new restaurant open at the Krazytown Trampoline Park. The Bridge Bar and Grill has many of your favorites including burgers, pizza, wings and drinks for you to enjoy while your kids bounce around. Brittany Boll takes you there on this edition of “Taste of the Town”, brought to you by SEE Quincy, 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. Poepping, Stone, Bach & Associates, Inc. of Quincy sold an office with 5.17 acres at 100…
Read Full Article Chad A. Gainey, 40, Quincy for criminal trespass. NTA 176Kimberly A. Brown, 19, Quincy for criminal trespass and consumption of alcohol by minor. NTA 144Gerad L. Epperson, 48, Quincy for driving on suspended, no insurance and expired registration. NTA 135Chad A. Gainey, 40, Quincy for agg battery and criminal damage. Lodged 144Jacob S. Bigley, 44,…
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Packed shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child can be dropped off Nov. 18-25 at two Quincy locations
QUINCY — Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 18-25. More than 4,700 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can find their local drop-off locations nearest them. Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering gift-filled shoeboxes since 1993 to children…
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QUINCY —John Wood Community College (JWCC) reently opened spring registration for the College for Life (CFL) program. CFL provides students with intellectual or developmental disabilities an opportunity to continue their education, participate in campus life and gain skills for greater independence and community contribution. The program offers a range of non-credit courses, including practical subjects…
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QUINCY — In the third grade, Laura Sievert-Hesseltine attended the Quincy Symphony Orchestra’s Young People’s Concert, a free concert that 3,000 students from 10 counties continue to attend to this day. It inspired her to pick up the violin. Sievert-Hesseltine is now the executive director of Arts Quincy, also known as the Quincy Society of…
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