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QUINCY — Young Life Quincy recently announced Jacob Hollensteiner as its new director. A lifelong member of Quincy, Hollensteiner brings a passion for faith and mentorship and an eagerness to build upon Young Life’s 25-year legacy in the region. “It is truly an honor and a privilege to join the Quincy Young Life team,” Hollensteiner…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Brenner Library is bringing historical materials to the region with the recent acquisition of the Mark Twain Collection from Fontbonne University in Clayton, Mo. Consisting of more than 420 books and works of art, this collection originated from Cyril Clemens, a third cousin twice removed from Samuel L. Clemens. Cyril Clemens…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Valley of Quincy, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in conjunction with the Grand Lodge of Illinois of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons will be awarding 41 new and renewal to local new or returning college students totaling over $86,000. More than 449 scholarships will be awarded statewide totaling more than $705,000.…
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. Morgan Winston of Dixon sold a residence at 1031 S. 12th in Quincy to Grammatiki Marina Krueger…
Read Full Article Cathy J. Welch, 64, of Pittsfield for Failure to Obey Stop Sign at 10th and Spruce. NTA 136Melody Schullian, 47, of Payson for Stealing.Robert Allen, 20, of Quincy for Expired Reg.Trenton A. Matson, 36, of Quincy for a warrant FTA-Trespass. Lodged 108Trenton A. Matson, 36, of Quincy for Possession of Meth. Lodged\ 108Logan D. Steinkoenig,…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The driver in a single-vehicle traffic accident suffered serious injuries Thursday night. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department responded at 7:52 p.m. on Thursday, March 20 to a single-vehicle traffic accident in the area of 2025 N. 1200th, east of Five Points. Deputies located a 2019 Toyota Tacoma with significant…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The 29th annual Bids for Kids charity online auction, hosted by Quincy Noon Kiwanis, kicked off Thursday and runs through 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. Participants can register for free at bidsforkids.auction and start bidding within minutes after a quick email verification. The auction features more than 350 unique items generously donated…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Catholic Charities will hold its annual fundraiser from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Town and Country Inn and Suites, 110 N. 54th. Proceeds from this event supports day-to-day operations. This year’s theme is “Murder at the Pizzeria,” a murder mystery featuring about a dozen local actors. The audience will…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital has announced the spring edition of Balanced Bites: Cooking for Diabetes, which promotes diabetes wellness through healthy cooking. The class will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 24, in the Health and Wellness teaching kitchen at Memorial Hospital, 1454 N. County Road 2050. This event is open to people age…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Registration is open for the 15th annual “Strike Out Breast Cancer” at Tangerine Bowl in Quincy to benefit patients of the Blessing Breast Center. The event will take place on Friday, April 25 at 7 p.m., and on Saturday, April 26, with three sessions to choose from — noon, 3 p.m. and 6:30…
Read Full Article Catrina Sander, 28, of Hannibal, Mo., for Operate Motor Vehicle Reg Suspended.Beau L. McGinley, 44, of Quincy was arrested on tickets on file for trespassing and theft at 9th and Broadway. NTA 120Larry D. Curby, 48, of Quincy for Driving While License Revoked. 113Justin M. Reid, 36, of Quincy on warrants for FTA possession of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University President Brian McGee issued a statement Wednesday morning saying one of the college’s employees violated its policies regarding political activity. McGee said an unnamed QU employee “wrongly agreed to ask the members of an athletic team to distribute campaign flyers favoring one of the mayoral candidates.” The candidate was Linda Moore,…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — Actor and comedian Jay Pharoah will take the stage at Western Illinois University in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. Pharoah is best known for his spot-on impressions. He spent six seasons as a cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.”…
Read Full Article QUINCY — “March into Fitness” is the topic of the Blessing Health diabetes support group meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at the Blessing Resource Center, 420 N. 34th. There is no cost to attend the meeting. Register to reserve a seat by calling 217-277-5000. Deb Derhake, Blessing Diabetes Center program coordinator, and…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation will hold its anniversary gala Friday, April 4, at Lake Hill Winery. A social hour begins at 6 p.m., followed by a short program at 6:45 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. The announcement of the silent cake auction winners and the live auction will follow dinner. Matt and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Two members of the Quincy Police Department have been invited to participate in the 32nd annual Top Cops Awards dinner on May 12 during National Police Week in Washington, D.C. Officers Gabriel VanderMaiden and Matt Hermsmeier were among the 19 officers selected to be recognized. The National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO), which represents…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Stephanie Little of Barry at 5:33 p.m. Mar. 10, 2025.A girl was born to Michael Fischer and Jewel Hester of Quincy at 12:55 p.m. Mar. 11, 2025.A girl was born to Bradley Jobe and Alize’ Hernandez of Clayton at 2:05 p.m. Mar. 11, 2025.A boy was born to…
Read Full Article Douglas W. Fields, 60, last known address of 1500 block of Park Avenue in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for delivery of methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine. Fields is 5 feet, 8 inches tall and weighs 225 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers…
Read Full Article David Pollard, 21, of Quincy for Fail to Obey Stop Sign.Nicole Hoosier, 34, of Quincy for Fail to Yield-Right of Way.Nia A. Crowder, 27, of Davenport, Iowa for FTA Driving While License Suspended. Lodged 126Alesia D. Whitaker, 61, of Louisiana, Mo., for Drivers License Expired More Than a Year. 176Alesia D. Whitaker, 61, of Louisiana,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Notre Dame Music Department will present its annual spring show, “Heart and Soul,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium at John Wood Community College. The QND Concert Chorale, Mixed Chorus, Men’s and Women’s Glee,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The friends and family of Troop 99 & Pack 99 of Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church of Quincy will hold its third annual pancake and sausage breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 22, in the church fellowship hall at 3600 Payson Road. The all you can eat breakfast will feature…
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