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QUINCY — Larry Dietrich says nothing has changed at Quincy Mack except the name of the business. Nextran Truck Centers, a full-service commercial truck dealer, acquired Quincy Mack, a Quincy truck dealership, on Nov. 22. The sale price was $2.585 million for the business and the 8.55-acre lot at 5014 Broadway, according to property tax…
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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. Joshua Boss of Frankford, Mo., sold a residence at 1015 Gerard Avenue in Quincy to Dan…
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QUINCY — A benefit will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, at South Side Boat Club for Josh Cooper, who is battling lung cancer and a brain tumor. A double elimination, blind draw pool tournament will be held at the fundraiser. Entry fee is $10. Those attending also can participate in…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) has announced the start of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program will be on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at its Bella Ease location, 721 Broadway. This program provides people enrolled in or planning to enroll in GED courses an opportunity for free tuition to those who meet eligibility…
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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. 12/27/2024:Susan J. Woodward, Mt. Sterling: Struck a deer on Il 99 @ 1000N Ave. CITATIONS: 12/24/2024:Lauren B. McLeese: Speeding 50/25 MPH Zone. 12/28/2024:Kyle N. Browne, Quincy: Speeding 71/55 MPH Zone.Rainee…
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Abigail D. Langin, 21, 1601 S. 24th for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 18th and Harrison. NTA 113Christy I. Nilsson, 39, 658 Harrison Dr. for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 6th and State. NTA 128Kierra C. Langin, 21, 626 Maine, Apt. D, for DUI, Uninsured Vehicle and Improper Lane Usage.…
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QUINCY — Josie Layne Snelling was the first baby born in 2025 at Blessing Hospital’s Blessed Beginnings maternity center. She is the fourth daughter of Brittney and Tyler Snelling of Kirksville, Mo. Josie was born at 6:48 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1. She weighed 7 pounds and 3 ounces and was 20 inches long. “We’ve…
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Memorial Medical Clinic introduces House Calls program for Hancock County residents age 60 and older
CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinic has announced the launch of its House Calls program, providing personalized primary care in the comfort of patients’ homes or care facilities. Led by Dr. Michael Ottney, this innovative service will be available to qualified residents of Hancock County age 60 and older. The House Calls program is designed…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties are being awarded American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 funds through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). EFSP funds are used to supplement local programs providing rent/mortgage, utility, food assistance and emergency shelter. In west central Illinois, United…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Daniel G. Harper Jr. and Casady D. McLaughlin of Hamilton at 2:41 p.m. Dec. 1, 2024.A boy was born to Misgel Barrientos Peralta and Juann Jazmin Banuelos Lazcano of Carthage at 4:29 p.m. Dec. 16, 2024.A girl was born to James and Abby Whiston of Palmyra, Mo., at…
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On this month’s Muddy River Gems brought to you by Dot Foods, learn about one of Quincy’s best kept secrets: A treasure trove of history from all of Adams County’s one room schoolhouses.
Read Full Article Gail C. Bailey, 51, 826 Adams for Driving Under the Influence/Alcohol and Stopping where Parking Prohibited at 12th and Jefferson. NTA 130Malyah J. McKenzie, 22, 216 Chestnut for Domestic Battery at her residence. Lodged 134Dawn Davis reports the theft of two packages from her residence in the 1100 block of Diana Dr. 130Madalynn A. Yates,…
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QUINCY — Noble Grands Wesley Simmons and Ali Schmitt of Gem City 357-Odd Fellow Lodge and Gem City Doves 27-Rebekah Lodge recently announced that they have funds available for scholarship awards during the 2024-25 school year for students who are residents of Illinois and citizens of the United States. Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of financial…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Community Foundation and the family of Ty Rylander are honoring his memory by awarding $500 to Pittsfield High School (PHS) to support the Future Farmers of America (FFA) program. Ty Rylander’s dedication to nurturing growth — both in the land and in the lives of others — made a lasting impact…
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QUINCY — There was one big ticket item on the Quincy City Council agenda for Monday night. Mayor Mike Troup appointed and the City Council approved the appointment of Jason Parrott as the city’s new director of planning and development, effective Jan. 1. As Muddy River News reported reported on Dec. 23, Chuck Bevelheimer retires…
Read Full Article Gary P. Yates, 33, Quincy for DWLR, Operating Uninsured and Improper Merging into Traffic at 8th St. and Maine St. 169Pedro Camarena Leon, 27, Quincy for trespassing in the 3800 block of Maine. NTA 111Kenneth Newland, 47, Quincy for possession of meth less than 5 grams in the 600 block of York. NTA 144Jaiden R.…
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Many call the Midwest the best region for hunting. It covers the territory of 12 states, in each of which hunters will find beautiful natural places to do their favorite thing and many large trophies. Another essential feature of the Midwest is the presence of many hunting traditions. All of them are passed down from…
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QUINCY — Karen Mayville, administrative coordinator for accreditation at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, will retire on Dec. 31 after 42 years of service. Mayville’s nursing career began 12 years before joining the Blessing-Rieman faculty as a member of the United States Army Nurse Corps. The Corps is the nursing service of the…
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QUINCY — When people don’t know who else to call, they call the police. When a person experiences a mental health crisis, police officers and sheriff’s deputies may also need help. Now they have someone to call. Clarity Healthcare recently reached an agreement with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department to begin providing mental health professionals…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently announced that Lt. Chad Scott recently graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Va. Scott is a 23-year veteran of the police department and is assigned as the investigative unit commander. The 292nd session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 48 states, the…
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QUINCY — While the Medicare open enrollment period is over, the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period is open Jan. 1 through March 31. During this time, current Medicare Advantage enrollees can switch to a different Medicare Advantage plan, return to original Medicare, and/or add a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. For 2025, Blessing Health…
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If you’re one of the many shoppers returning or exchanging a gift this year, make sure you check the return policy before you get started. For a lot of people, it’s important for returns to be as convenient as possible. In a recent PwC report, 87% of respondents said they expect retailers to process their…
Read Full Article Dakota A. Jacks, 28, 1702 N. 17th St. for Failure to Reduce Speed at 2533 N. 12th St. 113arrativeLuke R. Mettemeyer, 21, Quincy for indecent conduct at 906 Vermont. NTA 144Brodie J. Bell, 39, Quincy was arrested on a warrant for FTA theft in the 2800 block of College. Lodged 124Jennifer A. McConnell, 27, Quincy…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Maddie (Shutwell) Porter, a certified child life specialist at Memorial Hospital, recently was recognized in an article by Illinois State University for her groundbreaking work in establishing a child life program at Memorial Hospital in Carthage. The article, written by John Moody, highlights Porter’s inspiring journey and professional achievements, including her recent…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently announced Angela Sloca, an emergency department nurse, was honored for maintaining 30 years of continuous certification as a critical care registered nurse (CCRN). In a press release, Sadena Jackson, director of emergency services/education, said, “Angela exemplifies the highest standards of nursing professionalism. Her commitment to excellence inspires her colleagues…
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