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CHATHAM, Ill. — United Community Bancorp, Inc. (UCB) recently announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Kincaid-based Midland Community Bank, a full-service community bank established in 1968 with locations in the Christian County communities of Kincaid and Taylorville and with $66.9 million in assets as of March 31. “Midland is an excellent and…
Read Full Article Erin McGlaughlin, 47, of Baylis for FTA Poss of Meth and DUI and a new charge of Poss of Meth. LodgedStephanie Gather, 36, of Quincy for Stealing.Nicole Lewis, 36, of Quincy for DWLS and Speeding.Braxton C. Wittler, 19, of Quincy for Domestic Battery at 523 Lind St. Lodged 181Charlie Fischer, 16, of Quincy for Failure…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Cancer survivors and their loved ones are invited to join the Blessing Hospital Cancer Center team in Quincy on Friday, May 30, to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day from 1 to 3 p.m. in the parking lot at 11th and College. There is no cost to attend the event. Cancer survivors – no…
Read Full Article QUINCY, Ill. — The Adams County Career Guidance Team recently honored two educators who inspire tomorrow’s professionals as part of National Teacher Appreciation Week. Chosen from a pool of nominations across both public and parochial schools in the county were Saylor Drawe, a third-grade teacher from Baldwin Elementary, and Denise Presser, a middle school teacher…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD –Rushville and Pittsfield will receive $1.3 million and $1.6 million, respectively, in state funding to be used for local road improvement projects in their communities. The Illinois Department of Transportation announced May 21 that the two cities were included in 66 different transportation projects statewide to be funded through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program…
Read Full Article QUINCY — In recognition of National Cancer Survivors Day, Quincy Medical Group (QMG) and the QMG Foundation invite the community to Hope Grows Here, a special event honoring people who have faced or are facing a cancer diagnosis, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at the QMG Cancer Institute, 3301 Broadway. “Every…
Read Full Article The John Wood Community College Board of Trustees received a report Wednesday detailing how JWCC graduates are filling high-demand jobs across the region. JWCC recognized 466 associate degrees and certificates at its 50th Commencement. Of those, 212 graduates plan to transfer to four-year universities, while the remaining credentials were earned in applied degree and certificate…
Read Full Article Reece N. Harvey, 22, of Quincy for Domestic Battery, Aggravated Battery to a Police Officer and Resisting a Peace Officer. Lodged 132Cleola Sigle, 63, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 124Adam Y. Fox, 34, of Quincy for FTA-Driving on suspended Driver’s License. Lodged 124Caleb W. Gottman, 39, of Quincy for FTA-Retail Theft. Lodged 124Emily N.…
Read Full Article PETERSBURG, Ill. — Approximately 300 people attended a campaign kickoff event for Judge Gabe Grosboll on Friday, May 2, at Wankel’s in Petersburg. All eight of the Republican county chairpersons in the Eighth Judicial Circuit, along with area state senators and representatives, were the hosts of the event. Grosboll was previously appointed by Illinois Supreme…
Read Full Article QUINCY — In observance of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, Quincy City Hall and other city departments will observe the following schedule:
Read Full Article Illinois lawmakers are weighing a familiar question with a new twist: can digital gaming help balance the books? As the state stares down a projected $3.2 billion shortfall for the fiscal year 2026, online poker is gaining attention in Springfield as one potential revenue source. Supporters argue that a regulated iGaming market could generate over…
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. John Richard Fiedler of Silvis sold a residence at 104 Susan Lane in Pleasant Hill to…
Read Full Article Lonnie N.M.I. Green, 69, of Quincy for Stop Sign. PTC 104Mackenzie K. Roberts, 24, of Quincy for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 108Tanner D. Bowen, 22, of Payson for Domestic Battery. Lodged 184/161Belinda J. Davis, 37, of Quincy for Retail Theft. NTA 162Enrique Soto, 35, of Quincy for Retail Theft. NTA 162
Read Full Article MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Quincy Mayor Linda Moore about nuisance complaints, QPD oversight and, of course, potholes.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is participating in the federally funded Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Under the SFSP, nutritious meals are provided free of charge to children 18 years and under. The meals will be served at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. Meals are available Monday through…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The “Everybody Wins” Mega Raffle Mega Drawings will take place on Friday, May 23, beginning at 8 a.m. Thirty-two prizes, totaling more than $144,000, will be awarded and announced on Facebook live and on 97.9 KICK-FM. All prize winners will be posted at QuincyMegaRaffle.org by 9:30 a.m. Friday. “We’re thrilled to have sold…
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. 05/15/2025:A minor from Versailles was traveling on CR 900E and pulled onto IL 99 in front of a vehicle operated by Lauran H. Golliher of Mt. Sterling. Golliher then struck…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Alderman Jeff Bergman (R-2) called Director of Inspection and Enforcement Michael Seaver and Director of Central Services Kevin McClean to the podium near the end of Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting to discuss the delays of addressing nuisance complaint. Specifically referring to uncut grass and garbage issues, Bergman noted he often receives…
Read Full Article Kiara Kelley, 22, of Quincy for Battery. NTA 120Elijah Neese, 38, of Quincy for Leaving the Scene. NTA 140David A. Crabbe Jr., 51, of Quincy for Battery. NTA 107Joshua W. Clark, 41, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 113Shawna L. Hill, 49, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Unlawful Possession of Meth. Lodged 120Charles…
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