Illinois
JWCC to offer 'Agriculture: Find Your Path Day' on Thursday to inspire next generation of ag leaders
BAYLIS, Ill. — John Wood Community College invites students, educators and community members to “Agriculture: Find Your Path Day,” an immersive event designed to explore the opportunities in agriculture, from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, March 13, at the JWCC Ag Center, 37803 Illinois 104. The program will offer participants a hands-on experience with…
Read Full Article Meet Cash, a 5-year-old hound/lab mix who’s as smart as he is sweet! With a heart of gold, Cash loves to snuggle up and enjoy cozy moments with his favorite humans. He’s incredibly intelligent, picking up on commands quickly and always eager to please. Cash is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County Sheriff Anthony Grootens recently announced the 2025 testing dates for the position of patrol deputy. The physical test will be administered at 8 a.m. on Sunday, April 6, at Flinn Stadium, 4400 Maine, in Quincy. The written test will be given to people who pass the physical test at…
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. Tina M. Rigsbey of Lexington, Ky., sold a residence at 1034 Madison in Quincy to Myron…
Read Full Article Cass D. Tasco, 34, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 1001 N. 5th St. Lodged 122Brian E. Frye, 53, of Quincy for DWLR at S. 18th St. and Adams St. Lodged 186Michael D. Howser, 46, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 2069 Spring St. Lodged 122Michelle L. Reeves, 49,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health System recently launched an 18-month project to bring a new electronic health record (EHR) to its patients and providers. The new EHR will ensure the delivery of top-quality care by streamlining Blessing’s clinical and operational workflows under a single system. “Epic will enable seamless information sharing across our health system and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Service League is offering seven scholarships in the amount of $3,000 to residents of Adams County. Applicants may either be traditional or non-traditional students seeking to further their education (2-year college, 4-year college or vocational/technical education). Applications are available from area high school guidance counselors, local college admission/financial aid offices or…
Read Full Article Scott Andresen, 33, of Quincy for domestic battery. Lodged 169Lisa Weisenborn of Quincy reports her red 2019 Kia was hit and run while parked at 5211 Broadway on 3-6-25 between 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 180Linda Schmidt, 63, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.Anthony Thompson, 69, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.John Johnson, 71, for…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Josie Basket Project will hold its second annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 14, at the Machinist’s Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth. Cost is $20 for 10 games, and daubers are sold for $3 each at this cash-only event. A basket auction will be held during the evening. Participants can bring their own beverage…
Read Full Article QUINCY — U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-15, Illinois) told a group of Adams County Farm Bureau members Friday she has been in meetings with President Donald Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to stress the importance of family farms. “The government is so bloated and inefficient, and President Trump wants to make it work better…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Blessing Volunteers in Partnership (BVIP), a volunteer group at Blessing Hospital that supports health-related causes, recently made its final payment on a $250,000 pledge that helped build the Teresa Adams House in Quincy — and made the last pledge payment considerably earlier than expected. The Teresa Adams House replaced the 70-year-old Quincy…
Read Full Article Potholes are the top of conversation when it comes to complaints about local government…and it’s not just Quincy. Nearly half of all major roads across the country are in decay. The nation’s roads are home to around 55 million potholes. One million of those can be found in Quincy. Ok, that fact is not true…but here…
Read Full Article Caleb J. Peuster, 20, of Quincy for No Valid Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 10th and Cherry. NTA 101Kelly C. Carlstrom, 38, of Quincy for Wireless Phone in a School Zone at 14th and Maine. NTA 128Jocelyn R. Kolthoff, 24, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 29th…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of the Debra K. Scoggin-Myers: Rural Retrospective art exhibition. The exhibit features Scoggin-Myers artwork in pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic paints. Her work earned Best of Show at the 30th Anniversary Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. “This body…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Behavioral Health Team is partnering with Quincy Public Schools to offer details on specific mental health resources available in the community. This collaborative effort will increase awareness of vital information to help educational staff connect students with support services. The Community Building Council Behavioral…
Read Full Article 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. 02/24/2025Thomas A. Grover, Rushville struck a deer on Il 99. 03/02/2025:Christina K. Kerr, Meredosia: Struck a deer on 750N. CITATIONS: 02/18/2025: Hudson F. Garbett, Good Hope: Speeding 70/55 MPH Zone.02/26/2025:Yonatan…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and John Wood Community College are sponsoring a program by Arlis Dittmer entitled “Another Nurse, Another War” about the life of Lauretta Eno. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, in JWCC’s Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium, 1301 S. 48th. Eno served…
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Read Full Article Debra S. Shannon, 45, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at 8th and Jefferson. NTA 102Kevon D. Gay, 18, of Quincy for Stop Sign Violation at 20th and State. NTA 104Jerry W. Fecht, 65, of Carthage for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 24th and Chestnut. NTA 181Cody M. Steel, 35, of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Friends of the Performing Arts is the host of the 32nd annual Showcase of Excellence Jazz Band and Show Choir Competition on Saturday, March 8. Performing groups from Illinois, Missouri and Iowa will compete throughout the day. The Show Choir competition will feature 19 groups performing in the QHS…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Chaddock Children’s Foundation is joining forces with Jersey Mike’s for the 15th annual March “Month of Giving” campaign to support local charities. During March, customers will have the option to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar or donate $1, $3 or $5 when placing an order. This Month of Giving…
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