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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The City of Hannibal has implemented a burn ban effective immediately until further notice. A press release from Ryan Neisen, chief of the Hannibal Fire Department, says the ban is being implemented because of excessively dry conditions and the lack of rainfall in the current projected forecast. The Hannibal Fire Department will continue…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Marion County Ambulance District is offering parents or guardians of children with special needs a program that allows the district to be better prepared to take care of the children should a medical emergency arise. Information, including the child’s medical history, medications, allergies, baseline vital signs, baseline neurological status and common…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s Student Life organization has announced the return of its annual Haunted Trails experience from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, and from 7 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25 at the Spring Valley Trails behind the Quincy campus at 1301 S. 48th. Open to the public,…
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Meet Pearl, a beautiful 4-year-old white German Shepherd mix searching for her forever home. With her striking appearance and loving personality, this little lady is ready to bring joy and warmth into your life. Pearl enjoys going for long walks, playing with her favorite toys, and curling up for cozy cuddle sessions. Pearl is truly…
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QUINCY — Two GOP mayoral candidates turned in petitions at the beginning of the filing period Monday morning at Quincy City Hall. Brink was first in line with 740 signatures on his petitions. Troup was third in line behind former City Clerk Janet Hutmacher, who was turning in the petitions for City Clerk Laura Oakman.…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Quincy Public Library will hold its semi-annual book sale Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 24-26 in the large conference room at the library, 526 Jersey. Shopping hours on Thursday are 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hours on Friday and Saturday are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The books are sold…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of an art exhibition featuring visiting watercolor workshop artist Marilynne Bradley from St. Louis. Bradley is showcasing her watercolors “Geometric Transformations” through Nov. 2. The Great River Watercolor Society & QU Art Department are co-sponsoring the event. An artist’s reception/refreshments are scheduled from…
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QUINCY — A developer from Ohio recently filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a preliminary permit for a hydroelectric plant along the Mississippi River at Lock and Dam No. 21 in Quincy. Alan Skelly of Low Head Hydro M 11 LLC from Mount Orab, Ohio, filed the application on May 29…
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QUINCY — The announcement by Low Head Hydro M 11 LLC from Mount Orab, Ohio, of its proposal to study the feasibility of the proposed Mississippi Lock and Dam 21 Hydroelectric Project is not the first time a hydropower plant has been proposed in Quincy. The Quincy City Council voted in July 2006 to seek…
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QUINCY — Ray Burke returns to Quincy for the ‘Those who Rock the Dock’ performances at 7 p.m. on Nov. 8-9. Bands set to play over the weekend are The Hyland Church Band, Smokin Crawdads and Humanity Street Unplugged, Burke’s record with guest musicians. Forever will be reuniting to headline on Saturday, Nov. 9. This…
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Madison Lepper, 31, 2225 N. 12th, Apt. 510 for driving through funeral procession at 18th and Locust. 122James Beers, 50, 631 Locust St. for improper driving at 4th and Maple. 178Jammie Meyer, 63, 1519 N. 10th for improper lane usage at 1023 N. 10th. 113Jody Daffern, 66, 2038 Maple St. for improper lane usage at…
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The cooler temperatures are here to stay, and we’re not getting much rain as we get into the middle of October. But with watering, I still am getting vegetables from our garden and the community garden at the Father Buhman Center. The fall garden in raised beds will be ready in a few days. As…
Read Full Article ADAMS COUNTY – Adams County has enacted an open burning ban, effective immediately. Adams County Board Chairman Kent Snider issued the ban Sunday. The move comes at the recommendation of the county’s rural fire chiefs as conditions across the county have become increasingly dry with vegetation dying off from the growing season and no significant…
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MACOMB, Ill. — In a collaborative effort with the nonprofit Camp I Am Me and Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM), the Macomb Fire Department is installing no-cost smoke alarms for residents of Macomb. The Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program provides smoke alarms and fire prevention materials to Illinois fire departments to…
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QUINCY — Quincy residents and/or business owners can start buying a tree through the city’s annual fall tree planting program. The trees will be planted on the public parkway (land between the sidewalk and the street) adjacent to their property. Assistant Planning Director Jason Parrott said city crews have removed more than 120 trees located…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A.D. Stowell Elementary will offer its 69th annual chili supper from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14, at the school. Since 1955, Stowell Elementary has welcomed families with its signature chili. This event, organized by the Stowell PTO, helps raise funds for the needs of the students. A menu of…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – The Hannibal Arts Council will host a special evening of big band, ballroom and swing with 18-piece Sentimental Journey Dance Band from St. Louis from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16, at the American Legion, 3819 Highway MM. Attire is casual to formal. A cash bar will be available, and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Department has moved all offices and practice rooms into the Connie Niemann Center for Music, 17th and Seminary Road. In a press release, Christine Damm, dean of the school of fine arts and communication, said, “The QU music program is so excited about the renovated space. Having the new…
Read Full Article Brodie J. Bell, 39, 2800 College Ave. for Trespassing at 2703 Broadway St. 122Kent D. Stegeman, 54, Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at N. 5th St. and Broadway St. 113Laree E. Dunning, 36, Quincy for DWLS at 4th St. and Maine St. 113William Carter, 27, 513 Hampshire, Apt. 222 for FTA – Shoplifting and Trespassing.…
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This afternoon, Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Brendan F. Kelly provided an update on the line-of-duty death of ISP Trooper Corey S. Thompsen. At approximately 3:42 p.m. on October 18, 2024, Trooper Thompsen was on-duty finishing a traffic enforcement detail traveling east on East Leverett Road approaching 1300 E. in Champaign County. A truck,…
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QUINCY — Hurricanes Milton and Helene have caused severe damage in the southern U.S., especially on Florida’s west coast, during the past couple of weeks – leaving many people displaced, without power or recovering from damages to their property. If you’d like to support hurricane recovery efforts with a donation, it’s best to give to…
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BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — NECAC will be taking applications from the elderly and disabled beginning Nov. 1 for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12 Missouri counties. “Apply if you think you’ll need assistance,” NECAC’s Angela Kattenbraker said in a press release. “The cost of utilities…
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QUINCY — The Illinois State Alliance of YMCAs recently announced that Kristen Lay has been honored with the Tom Stoll Award at the recent Fall Rally in Normal. This recognition highlights Lay’s dedication and work in service to the YMCA and its mission. The Tom Stoll Award, established in memory of a YMCA leader who…
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