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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — American rapper, singer and songwriter Snoop Dogg will perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday, Aug. 13. “We are excited to bring Snoop Dogg back to Springfield and the Illinois State Fair,” Illinois Department of Agriculture director Jerry Costello II said in a press release. “We know from past experience…
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QUINCY — As many as 40 percent of people with depression can find no relief for their condition. “These are patients who experience feelings of hopelessness, helplessness and worthlessness,” Olivia Patterson, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with Blessing Health System, said in a press release. “They’ve tried multiple conventional antidepressants and experienced no relief.” For…
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TIMEWELL, Ill. — Jensen Woods Camp will hold an Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 12, as part of its Spring Fling event. Children will meet in front of Dixon Lodge and then be divided into three age groups — 5 years old and under, ages 6-10 and ages 11-16 — for the…
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MRN’s David Adam sat down with Quincy Mayor Mike Troup and his challenger, Linda Moore, to discuss the city’s mayoral campaign as it enters its final days.
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Sophia C. Wendling, 22, of Quincy for Speeding at 28th and Curtis Creek. NTA 104Jamie L. Decker, 42, of Quincy for Following Too Closely at 24th and State. NTA 140Adriana Smith, 46, of New Canton for Failure to Yield Right of Way at 10th and Vermont. NTA 169|Michael J. Dittmer, 31, of Quincy for Criminal…
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QUINCY — A family safely escaped their northside home before an early Saturday morning porch fire. The Quincy Fire Department was alerted at 12:11 a.m. Saturday, March 29, to a back porch fire at 2241 Spruce. The first crew arrived on scene at 12:14 a.m. and found the back of the house was no longer…
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Summer will be here before we know it, and you might be looking into day camps or overnight camps for your kids. After all, summer camps are a great environment for kids to develop social skills, grow independence and experience the outdoors. BBB recommends using the same level of care in choosing a summer camp…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital is implementing a change in the location and bill pay process for its patient accounts office. Patients visiting the hospital to pay a bill or make payment arrangements should check in at the front welcome desk at the hospital’s main entrance. A patient accounts representative will be notified and available…
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QUINCY — Adams County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a program of Advocacy Network for Children, swore in its newest volunteers — Emily Hendrickson and Kelley Arnold — at the Adams County Courthouse on Feb. 24. CASA volunteers are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak up for abused or neglected children in…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Jennifer Tournear of Enchanted Books about running a locally owned bookstore and how she stands out against the big boxes and online booksellers.
Read Full Article Kyle L. Cawthon, 28, of Quincy was arrested on a warrant for FTA improper lane usage at 54th and Broadway. Cash bond. 122Shane A. Williams, 38, was arrested on an IDOC warrant for escape, obstructing police, armed robbery and aggravated battery to a peace officer at 24th and Cherry Lane. Lodged 147/112Amy N. Kiles, 41,…
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QUINCY — Circuit Judge Roger Thomson denied on Friday afternoon a motion to reconsider or reduce the 130-year sentence he gave Bradley Yohn on Sept. 23, 2023. As his case now heads to the state appellate court, Yohn departed his motion hearing in Adams County Circuit Court on Friday with choice words for those in…
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QUINCY — A student at Quincy Notre Dame has been suspended after allegedly bringing a handgun to the school earlier this month. A news release sent Friday, March 28, noted that members of the school administration were informed on Thursday, March 27, that a handgun was allegedly brought to school on Monday, March 10. School…
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QUINCY — Adams County mobile home tax bills for 2025 are in the mail. Mobile homeowners should watch for a blue bill in a standard business envelope from the Adams County Collector. The bill will display “Adams County 2025 Mobile Home Local Services Tax Bill” at the top. Payments are due by Friday, May 16…
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QUINCY – Adams County Clerk Ryan A. Niekamp has announced that the County Clerk’s Office will be open for early voting on Saturday, March 29. “Early voting is quick and convenient, and this election focuses on our local community boards,” said County Clerk Ryan A. Niekamp. “Voters will be selecting representatives for school boards, community…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command’s annual fundraiser, “Unmasking the Singer,” a head-to-head singing competition between local celebrities and community members from Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., will take place April 25 at Town and Country Inn and Suites. Each contestant will take the stage in a mascot costume, performing in disguise as they compete for votes while raising…
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For months, members of the group Q-RILE (an acronym for Quincy for Registration Inspection Licensing Enactment) collected signatures from members of the community to get their ordinance proposal on the ballot for the next election. After securing enough signatures, the proposal is set to appear as a ballot referendum on Tuesday. As it is non-binding, even upon…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The mayor’s office has announced the following schedule in observance of election day on Tuesday, April 1:
Read Full Article Jeremy Johnson, 40, of Quincy for FTA Poss of Meth.Colton Kersey, 26, of Quincy for FTA Domestic Battery and a new charge of Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer. 181/122Gwendolyn Brooks, 36, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Vehicle and Vehicle Suspended Reg.Madelyn Palmer, 19, of Blandisville for Fail to Yield Right of Way.Madalynn Yates, 24, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — A Pittsfield man arrested in December for stealing a FedEx box truck pled guilty to two felonies on Thursday and will spend five years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Devon L. Wagner, 26, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with Public Defender Jonathan Hoover before Circuit Judge Tad Brenner. He pled guilty…
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MACOMB, Ill. — A man who allegedly kidnapped a child from Macomb is being sought by law enforcement, but the child has safely been returned home. The Macomb Police Department responded on March 26 to a report of a kidnapping from the 400 block of N. Charles. During the investigation, it was determined a mother’s…
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QUINCY — Quincy Junior High School Principal Brenda J. Fleer recently was selected as an honored member of the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction for demonstrating exceptional dedication, leadership and overall outstanding performance in her field. This recognition reflects her commitment to her profession and her contributions to the community. Only one woman may represent…
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QUINCY — A bingo night being held Friday, March 28, at the Machinists Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth, will benefit the Josie Basket Project. The event was originally scheduled for March 15 but canceled due to weather. A basket auction also will be held during the evening. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with bingo beginning…
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Gift of farmland creates endowment to support education and training of future farmers in Pike and Calhoun Counties The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri has announced a new scholarship fund that will provide financial support to Pike and Calhoun County, Illinois students who are pursuing education and training in agriculture. The Delford…
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Illinois is taking the gambling industry a step further by moving closer to legalizing mobile gambling. The state’s proposal leads to mixed feelings among the society. Nevertheless, industry experts and business owners are feeling positive about the upcoming change. Taking the legal route could mark a shift not only for the gaming industry but also…
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