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PLYMOUTH, Ill. — The Hancock County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of a train hitting a pedestrian near Plymouth at approximately 6:18 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27. A preliminary investigation revealed that a northbound Amtrak train struck a male subject identified as Aaron R. Atkins, 42, of Plymouth. The incident occurred just north of…
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QUINCY — The improper disposal of smoking materials was determined by investigators with the Quincy Fire Department as the cause of a Monday afternoon fire. The Quincy Fire Department responded at 12:20 p.m. on Monday, May 26, to a report of a possible structure fire in a two-story building with a basement at 420 S.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A car sustained damage to the rear bumper and trunk area during a structure fire in a two-car detached cinder block garage on Tuesday night. The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched at 11:41 p.m. to a general alarm fire at 816 N. 24th. The first crew arrived on the scene in three minutes…
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LORAINE, Ill. — The drivers of two vehicles were injured in a crash Wednesday morning near Loraine. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department, Adams County EMS and Loraine Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of Illinois Route 336 and Illinois Route 61. A 2016 Kia Forte driven by Amy Bottorff, 45, of…
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Consent agendas, road work and committee assignments on this week’s edition of Minutes with the Mayor.
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QUINCY — Quincy teens will soon have the opportunity to experience philanthropy first-hand through a new program offered by the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri and supported by the Tracy Family Foundation. Through Teens Active in Grantmaking (TAG), high school students will learn about their community, the issues that impact their…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s JDub Academy is back this summer with an exciting lineup of hands-on, educational courses for students in grades K-12. The program offers opportunities for kids to explore interests, build skills and discover future career pathways — all in a fun, engaging environment with more than 50 classes to choose…
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QUINCY — At Tuesday evening’s city council meeting, an ordinance changing the order of business of council meetings and adding the Consent Agenda passed with a new amendment. The Consent Agenda will allow multiple items to be voted on at once, allowing items expected to have unanimous yeses to not require separate votes, freeing up…
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QUINCY — Girl Scouts of Central Illinois (GSCI) recently received a $10,000 grant from Compeer Financial’s Fund for Rural America to deliver mental health-focused outreach programming to 350 girls in rural communities throughout Adams, Brown, Hancock and Pike counties. GSCI’s mental health outreach programming ensures that the most vulnerable youths gain access to mental health…
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This handsome 10-month-old mixed breed boy is as goofy as he is gorgeous! With his stunning rust-colored coat and playful personality, Bobby is sure to steal your heart—and maybe a few of your socks too. Bobby is a goofy pup with an even bigger personality. He’s full of energy, always ready for a game of…
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QUINCY — A Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) investigation in November revealed that two physical education teachers at Denman Elementary School frequently taped students’ mouths shut for talking and gave “birthday spankings” that led to students being afraid to let friends and teachers at school know it was their birthday. While the investigation…
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QUINCY — Good Samaritan Home of Quincy celebrated its resident centenarians at its annual “Century Club” event on May 15 and gave them a chance to share some words of wisdom and advice on living a long and happy life. Those recognized were: Some of the highlights of wisdom shared in a press release were:
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QUINCY — Patients seeking expert skin care now have expanded access at Quincy Medical Group (QMG) with the addition of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Austin Maddy. In a press release, Maddy said, “I believe every patient deserves to feel happy, healthy and confident in their skin. I am committed to listening, educating and working closely with…
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QUINCY — The Older Americans Act (OAA), passed by Congress in 1965 under President Lyndon B. Johnson, established several programs and services that have become crucial to the nation’s aging population. Funding for the OAA and other programs vital to older Americans now is being threatened by widespread federal budget cuts that have already been…
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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. Nancy Tucker of Quincy, et al, sold a residence at 1031 N. Eighth in Quincy to…
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James D. Bethel, 36, of Quincy for FTA Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 130Iesha L. Weems, 34, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant FTA Trespassing & Vandalism. Lodged 113Zakkiyya L. Brent, 24, of Quincy for Speeding. NTA 113Sophia A. Weis, 20, of Quincy for Electronic Communications Device. NTA 113Courtney A. Bliven, 30, of Quincy for Speeding.…
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QUINCY — May is National Moving Month and the kickoff point for the busiest moving season of the year. Half of all household moves happen in the summer. Movers are among the top categories of companies searched on BBB.org, and they’re in high demand right now. The stakes are high when movers handle your belongings.…
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QUINCY — Bodley Lodge has presented four bikes and protective helmets to the Quincy Public Library for its summer youth reading program. At the end of the summer, the four youths who read the most books will receive the bikes purchased from Madison & Davis Bicycles of Quincy. This past year, the Bodley Lodge also…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Health and Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital recently announced a summer full of engaging educational programs for children and families. Designed to promote healthy habits and active lifestyles, this year’s lineup includes hands-on summer camps, creative food experiences and inclusive community events. The classes will be taught by Memorial Hospital’s registered…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House, in conjunction with the Women’s City Club, will offer its annual gala, Dine and Dance with the Bulls, at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Quincy Country Club. This year’s dinner party features entertainment by Jazmin, a live auction and a raffle for a $2,800…
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The villages of Clayton, Mendon and Plainville recently were designated as Smart Rural Communities (SRC) by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, powered by Adams Fiber. This recognition honors the commitment of the three villages to using advanced technology to drive innovation, improve residents’ quality of life and foster economic growth. The announcement was made at village…
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QUINCY — Jonathan Hoover has resigned as the chief public defender in Adams County to return to private practice, and John Citro has been appointed as the interim chief. Circuit Judge Scott Larson confirmed Hoover’s resignation and said his last day on the job was Friday. Circuit Judge Roger Thomson signed the order giving Citro…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Elton and Adrianna Walker of Quincy at 12:59 p.m. May 15, 2025.A girl was born to Tyler and Bridgette Paul of Quincy at 10:00 p.m. May 15, 2025.A boy was born to Donavin Ruths and Alesi Cobb of Quincy at 6:06 a.m. May 16, 2025.A boy was born…
Read Full Article Thomas R. Edlemon, 19, of Quincy for FTA-Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at his residence. Lodged 130Danielle L. Davis, 29, of Quincy for FTA-Fighting at 537 Vermont. Lodged 266Cody M. Felker, 35, of Quincy for Alley After Dark at 20th to 21st, Ohio and Payson. NTA 132Evelyn E.L. Bloyd, 36, of Quincy for Criminal Trespass to…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Pike County Clerk’s Office recently announced the launch of an online portal for filing and accessing Statements of Economic Interests (SEI), enhancing transparency and simplifying the submission process for public officials and employees. Accessible at https://pikecounty.lrseis.com/or directly through Pike County’s website at https://www.pikecountyil.org/county-clerk/economic-interest-information/, the platform allows designated filers to complete and…
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