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QUINCY — Judge Roger Thomson called Bradley Yohn “the most reprehensible person ever before me” during his career in law before sentencing him on Monday afternoon to 130 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. A 10-man, two-woman jury determined on July 17 that Yohn was guilty of the crimes he committed on Nov. 9,…
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MILTON, Ill. — A Milton teenager was arrested earlier this month and is lodged in the Pike County Jail for his involvement in a home invasion and stabbing incident. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department was dispatched at 1:39 p.m. Sept. 9 to a residence in the 100 block of East Pittsfield Street in Milton. Upon…
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Shawn P. Lalond, 32, last known address in the 300 block of North 13th in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for possession of methamphetamine and a petition to revoke probation. Lalond is 5 foot, 10 inches tall and 165 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can…
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QUINCY — A second Quincy man involved in the Feb. 17, 2022, death of a 67-year-old man in his home was sentenced Monday morning to 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Devere Gholston, 28, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with attorney Jen Kusmer with the St. Louis firm of Frank, Juengel and Radefeld before…
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PARIS, Mo. – A Madison man accused of killing an 88-year-old woman in 2021 waived his right to have amended charges read to him and pled not guilty to first-degree murder on Monday morning. Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney Nicole D. Volkert filed her complaint, amending the original second-degree murder charge against Lyle W. Miller, 65…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold its annual fundraising event, “Tailgate to Celebrate,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. This evening offers a live and silent auction, games, raffles and more. Local businesses and volunteers donate their time and merchandise for the event. The dollars raised will…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Golden K Kiwanis Club is taking orders for Claxton fruitcakes for the holiday season. Order for yourself or your business. Other options include participating in the “Sponsor a Vet” program to say thank you to a veteran or sponsoring a senior citizen program to give seniors a holiday treat. Fruitcakes are priced…
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QUINCY — The Northern Lights will come alive with a Quincy Symphony Orchestra performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, in Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. Taking as inspiration a Canadian children’s story, “The Legend of the Northern Lights” is a fusion of science and fantasy that captures the imaginations of all ages, seamlessly…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Housing Authority recently received $4 million in grants to address lead-based paint in Indian Hills apartments and asbestos flooring in units throughout the city. Jerry Gille, director of the Quincy Housing Authority, learned last week the QHA is receiving $1.75 million through the Capital Fund Lead-Based Paint program and $2.25 million through the…
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DECATUR, Ill. — Millikin University recently received a gift from the estate of Charles Lugo, Class of 1950, which will support several projects and scholarship funds across campus. In a press release, Millikin Alumni and Development senior development director Dan Baker said, “Mr. Lugo’s six-figure gift will support the Campus Renovation Fund, the Student Retention…
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Amanda N. Wyckoff, 44, of 629 Woodbridge Dr. for Criminal Damage to Property (Less than $500) at 1030 Diana Dr. NTA 124/130Landon V. Miller, 20, of 931 State Street for Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer and Resisting a Peace Officer at 9th and York. Lodged 120/161Brandon M. J. Schutte, 26, of Springfield for Fighting at…
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2023-017234, 09/23/2023 @ 00:32:42, Garth Ave St Mary’s Ave, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Check Well Being Officer Assigned 026 Bramlett, M C Entered By C104 Sheehan, V C Adult Compl. Check Well Being 09/23/2023 Adult Male Contact Check Well Being 09/23/2023 Public Narrative Check well being Garth Ave near St Mary’s Ave. 2023-017235, 09/23/2023 @ 00:52:22, 212 N 7Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Vehicle Officer Assigned 022 Benn,…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Javier Verduzio and Vanessa Lucas of Quincy at 2:32 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A boy was born to Dalton Halloway and Taylor Lung of Quincy at 11:50 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A girl was born to Jerad Sanders and Cori Moore of Mendon at 2:11 p.m. Sept. 15, 2023.A girl…
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QUINCY — Illinois residents with oil-based paint, old household cleaning supplies, lawn and garden chemicals and other types of household hazardous waste who are looking to clear them out of their basements and garages can dispose of these materials from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Adams County Highway Department, 101…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will host a Fall Luxe event from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Lake Hill Winery. This event will be filled with upscale vendors, healthcare screenings and education, heavy appetizers made by Memorial Hospital’s Chef Amber Clark, live entertainment by Craig Corzatt and more. Those in attendance…
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CANTON, Mo. — Carrol Davenport, Hospice of Northeast Missouri’s spiritual care and bereavement coordinator, and Barb Smith, Hospice volunteer, will present a free program at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 812. Davenport and Smith will explore dealing with getting older and experiencing the reality of “life is NOT what I…
Read Full Article Jacie D. Wilson, 22, of Quincy for FTA – Truancy at 3rd & College Ave. Lodged. 147/139Keith A. Durran, 34, of Quincy for TOF – Theft (Felony) and Resisting Arrest at 1005 Broadway St. Lodged 178Vickie Mims, 73, of Quincy reported on 09/13/23 that her storage unit at Quincy Mini-Storage, 2925 Wisman Ln., was entered…
Read Full Article 2023-017151, 09/22/2023 @ 03:00:03, 1630 Grace St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult Compl. 911 Hang Up 09/22/2023 Adult Female Involve 911 Hang Up 09/22/2023 Public Narrative 911 hang up was requested at 1630 Grace St. 2023-017152, 09/22/2023 @ 03:15:04, 1521 29Th 313, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Mental Officer Assigned 041 Borgmeyer, J R Entered…
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Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is recognized every September by organizations around the world to raise funds for children affected by cancer. If you’re planning to donate to the cause this month, do your research first. That way, you can be confident your donation is being put to good use. Major charitable movements can sometimes attract…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Cuddle Cat Rescue will hold its second Meow Mixer from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at the Rialto Banquet Hall, 601 Broadway. The event will include a catered meal, silent auction, cash bar and live entertainment by Eric Sheerer. Silent auction items will include restaurant gift certificates, themed gift…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County’s annual Woodland Cemetery ghost tours will be held beginning Saturday, Oct. 7 and continue every Saturday in October. The tour also will be offered on Halloween night. Daily tour times available are 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. The walking event at…
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SEDALIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H community honored this year’s inductees into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame in August at State Fair Community College in Sedalia. Local Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame inductees include: In a press release, Rachel Augustine, senior director of advancement for the Missouri 4-H Foundation, said, “This year’s inductees represent…
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QUINCY — Quincy University alumna Jarja Phillips, Class of 1998, will be the featured speaker at the President’s Leadership Breakfast from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 28 in the QU Cafeteria, 18th and Lind. Phillips is the vice president and head of human resources for Kohl’s Department Stores Division. She is responsible for…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company will host the hippest handmade outdoor market in the area on Sixth Street from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23rd. Sixth Street will close between Maine and Hampshire and down Jail Alley as QBCo hosts its eighth Makers Market. Shop more than 60 different vendors selling skillfully crafted products…
Read Full Article Donald W. Miller, 30, 627 Oak St, FTA Possession of Meth at 627 Oak St. Lodged 112Robert E. Miller, 49, 508 N. 2nd St, FTA Domestic Battery at 627 Oak St. Lodged 112Shianna S. Reddick, 1016 Diana Dr., reports on 09/16/2023 her unlocked 2010 Ford was entered and her wallet with assorted cards was taken.…
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