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Darren A. Dunsmore, 33, last known address in the 300 block of West Morgan in Clayton, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated battery, aggravated domestic battery, theft, petition to revoke probation and driving with a suspended license. Dunsmore is 5-foot-11 tall and 160 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes. If you…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Becker’s Hospital Review recently gave Memorial Hospital a 5-star rating for nursing and physician communication. Becker’s Hospital Review, a renowned healthcare publication, has placed Memorial Hospital among the top 350 hospitals nationwide for nursing communication and physician communication. The rating is based on survey data collected from hospital patients in 2022. As…
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Meteorologist Brent Clair says we might be getting some nasty weather soon.
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Muddy River Gems takes you to a real hidden gem just north of Quincy: The 1930’s Agriculture Museum, owned and operated by Don McKinley & family. Dot Foods brings you Muddy River Gems.
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Victoria G. Young, 23, Palmyra, Mo., for Fail To Yield. NTA 122Randy A. Summers, 44, 1240 Sycamore for Suspended Registration and Driving on Suspended License at 30th and Broadway. 142Katelyn E. Gille, 33, 3218 Fox Run East for FTA-Small Claims. Lodged 186Austin Z. Evans, 29, 1107 Ohio for Operating vehicle with registration suspended at 8th…
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MACOMB, Ill. — High school senior Sarah Stinemates of Carthage has been awarded a Western Illinois University President’s Scholarship in conjunction with the AIM HIGH Western Commitment scholarship. These scholarships cover four years of tuition, fees, a double residence hall room and a standard board for eight semesters. In a press release, Stinemates said, “I…
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QUINCY — Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials through the Community Services Block Grant Program, with funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, has announced the availability of four scholarships for $1,250 each from The Frances L. Snyder Memorial Scholarship Fund. A will be awarded to one student in Adams, Brown,…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Western Illinois University is gearing up for the Western Challenge 2024, its ninth annual day of giving, on Wednesday, April 24, and the goal of engaging 1,252 donors to support academic programs, athletics and scholarships. Assistant director of annual giving for WIU’s Division of Advancement, Alumni Relations and Athletics Jenni Lopez, looks…
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QUINCY — Construction is underway on a three-bay development at 3000 Broadway. Hula Bowls will fill one of the three spaces. This will be the second location for Hula Bowls, and both are currently under construction. The first location opened in Hannibal in May 2023 at 6476 Veterans Road in a small portable building. That…
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MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Chuck Bevelheimer and Jason Parrott with the City of Quincy about the proposed “TIF South” that the Quincy City Council is considering.
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QUINCY — SAT and ACT scores are a big deal, and high school students and their families invest significant time and money into preparing for these college admissions tests. Scammers know this, and BBB has received reports of scammers taking advantage of students by tricking their families into paying for bogus SAT and ACT prep…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Regional Office of Education No. 26 recently learned it will receive more than $630,000 from three different grant awards. “I am proud of our team,” ROE 26 Regional Superintendent John Meixner said in a press release. “These recent awards highlight the hard work and creativity of our staff. These awards are…
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QUINCY — Becky Albert, coordinator of the Teresa Adams House, retired Friday, March 29 after a 10-year career. Among Becky’s accomplishments was being part of the team that made the Teresa Adams House a reality. The Teresa Adams House offers discounted daytime and overnight accommodations for patients and their families seeking healthcare in the Quincy…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold a flag raising ceremony at noon on Friday, April 5, on the Fifth Street side of the Adams County Courthouse, 521 Vermont, in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. The ceremony will honor child victims who have been abused, neglected or have…
Read Full Article Helen Gutting, 69, of Bardolph for Fail to Yield Private Drive.Robin Farmer, 60, of Quincy for Stop-Sign.Bryan A. Boden, 43, 1104 N. 10th for Improper Lane usage and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 4th & Lind. 120Vincent C. Davis, 46, 2328 Quincy Ave. for FTA Fighting, FTA Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Driving While License Suspended and Operating…
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QUINCY — St. James Lutheran School is offering two opportunities to learn about enrollment for PreK ages 3-4 and kindergarten for the 2024-25 academic year. Open houses will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 21, or at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22. Registration is requested. Contact the school office at 217-222-8267 to…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command has announced tickets for its fundraiser, “Unmasking the Singer,” are officially on sale. This unique event promises an evening of entertainment, philanthropy and community spirit, all in support of The Salvation Army’s mission to provide vital shelter services for the homeless in Quincy and Hannibal, Mo. “Unmasking…
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QUINCY — Organizers are anticipating what could be a record field for the 20th annual running of the Quincy Derby. Registration opened recently for the June 14-15 event, sponsored by the Quincy Optimist Club and formerly known as the Quincy Soap Box Derby. Longtime director Ray Wilson says there is “an excellent chance” of topping…
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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. Michael McColez and Phillip A. McColez of Quincy, and Kenneth W. McColez of Schertz, Texas sold…
Read Full Article Buddy Baker, 46, of Coatsburg for Possession of Stolen Property. 107Brayden Longcor, 19, of Quincy for Improper Backing and Failure to Report an Accident. 101Vincius I. Idalgo, 20, 4609 State for Stealing at 5211 Broadway. 176Gerald Seiz reported that a television was stolen from his residence. 134Latricia Bobo reported a shed in her yard had…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy men safely escaped a vehicle after it crashed Wednesday night and was submerged in water along Knapheide Road. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department repoted a 2011 Toyota Camry driven by Tanner D.L. Bowen, 21, of Quincy was heading east on Knapheide Road, just west of Lyter Road. Bowen lost control of the…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. —The Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County recently awarded an immediate response grant for $1,600 to Griggsville-Perry CUSD 4 to facilitate the acquisition of a therapy dog to be used in their elementary and middle schools. Grant funds will be used to cover the expenses of the necessary dog training required for…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Advocacy Network for Children is planning a pinwheel planting ceremony in honor of April being National Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month at 12:05 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2, at the Hancock County Courthouse, 500 Main. Since opening its doors nearly 35 years ago, Advocacy Network for Children has advocated for thousands…
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UPDATE: This position has been filled. The Pike County, Ill. clerk’s office is hiring for an HR/Payroll position. Duties include payroll, benefit management and HR functions, accounts payable as related to insurance and payroll, tax levies, property tax payables, internal auditing, and risk mitigation. Minimum of an associates degree in accounting, or similar field, required…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County recently announced that Quincy native Kate Kimber has been named director of development and communications. Kimber has been working in St. Louis, Mo., for the past five years. In a press release, Kimber said, “I have had the privilege of working with individuals from all walks of life,…
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