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DALLAS CITY, Ill. — A death investigation is under way after a Dallas City man was found dead after a residential fire on Saturday. The victim was identified as Lonnie E. Lewis, 74. The Dallas City Rural Fire Protection District was paged to a structure fire at 180 W. Second in Dallas City at approximately…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber held a ribbon cutting on Nov. 20 for The Corner Cottage, a local rental property and Chamber member since June 2023. In a press release, owner Kayleigh Gray, said, “This charming, cozy cottage in the heart of Macomb is perfect for those seeking simpler…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Gem City Rock Club will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28 at the Quincy Town Center in the former bookstore location. A rock and fossil identification time is scheduled. Participants are invited to bring an unknown material to stump the group. An activity for kids is scheduled as well.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Department will perform its Hawk Express jazz band holiday concert at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, in the Quincy University cafeteria, 1800 College Ave. The concert is free and open to the public. The band will perform holiday music with a jazz twist including “Santa Rocks the House,” “This…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Rethink Media will have its second Rethinksgiving food drive at its 502 N. 12th location on Tuesday, Nov. 28. This all-day event helps the surrounding areas, as well as replenishes the various give and take pantries across the city for this upcoming holiday season and beyond. Donations will be accepted all day and…
Read Full Article Colin M. Boylen, 20, Mt. Sterling for Consumption of Alcohol-Minor at 1708 Broadway. NTA 260/142Tory L. Jordan, 26, Chicago for FTA-Operating Uninsured Vehicle and a new charge of Aggravated Domestic Battery. 179/104Harley J. Walker, 22, Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 140/185Jerel L. Bateman, 48, Quincy for Aggravated Domestic Battery and Aggravated Reckless Driving. Lodged 108Donald…
Read Full Article 2023-021040, 11/25/2023 @ 07:02:05, 3441 St Marys Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Person Officer Assigned 026 Bramlett, M C Entered By C53 Keith, G MAdult MaleInvolve Suspicious Person 11/25/2023Adult FemaleCompl. Suspicious Person 11/25/2023AdultCompl. Suspicious Person 11/25/2023Adult FemaleInvolve Suspicious Person 11/25/2023 Public Narrative Suspicious person 3441 St Marys Ave. 2023-021041, 11/25/2023 @ 07:43:20, Stardust Dr , Hannibal Nature of Complaint VOID Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W …
Read Full Article QUINCY — Officers with the Quincy Police Department issued multiple citations to minors at The Cedar Club, 2001 Cedar, on Friday. Officers conducted a tavern check at 11:55 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24 at the Cedar Club to identify minors consuming alcohol and or possessing fictitious identifications. Officers issued 11 citations for consumption of alcohol…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As the holiday shopping season kicks off, so do holiday scams. Gift card scams are one of the most popular methods scammers used, and they’re becoming more common. Fraud reports to BBB Scam Tracker involving gift cards as a form of payment spiked in the first three quarters of 2023, up 50 percent…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Austin Aymond and Aaliyah Adams of Quincy at 2:54 a.m. Nov. 11, 2023.A girl was born Garry and Stephanie Dunn of Quincy at 5:40 a.m. Nov. 12, 2023.A boy was born Mike and Torie Disalvo of Quincy at 12:59 a.m. Nov. 13, 2023.A girl was born to Seth…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Locally sponsored by Douglass Community Services and Hannibal Parks and Recreation, the goal of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community. Each child receives five toys, along with stocking stuffers…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Salvation Army invites the community to show their school spirit during the Captain Kettle Mascot Challenge. Quincy High School’s Blue Devil, Quincy Notre Dame’s Raider, John Wood Community College’s Woody the Trailblazer, Liberty High School’s Eagle and Quincy University’s Victor E. Hawk will compete to claim the Captain Kettle Mascot Challenge…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Audiences will be treated to a wide variety of holiday vocal and instrumental selections at John Wood Community College’s Fine Arts Department holiday music concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, in the JWCC Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium on the Quincy campus, 48th and Harrison. JWCC’s concert choir, band and vocal show ensemble…
Read Full Article Andrew D. Harris, 33, 706 Payson Ave., FTA Stolen Vehicle at S. 8th St. and Washington St. Lodged 147Barbara L. Ippenson, 88, Quincy, reports on 11/19/2023 her 2008 Kia was struck at N. 48th St. and Oak St. 122Andrew R. Nunn, 25, 2237 Sycamore St., reports on 11/21/2023 his 2021 Hyundai was struck while parked…
Read Full Article 2023-020972, 11/23/2023 @ 08:40:48, 3400 Market St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C47 Wallace, S BAdult MaleInvolve Domestic (No Crime) 11/23/2023Adult FemaleCompl. Domestic (No Crime) 11/23/2023 Public Narrative Domestic disturbance was reported at 3400 Market St. 2023-020973, 11/23/2023 @ 09:40:13, 615 Bird St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Domestic Disturbance Officer Assigned 026 Bramlett, M C …
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Salvation Army kicked off the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas Kick-Off event on Nov. 16 at The Rialto. Campaign chairs Eddie and Tracy Lennox were introduced along with the announcement of the campaign goal of $122,000. In a press release, Eddie Lennox said, “We believe God…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Bourbon enthusiasts are invited to the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum’s Spirits and Sarcasm event from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, at the Rialto Banquet Hall. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Combining Mark Twain’s love of whiskey and his sarcastic sense of humor, Spirits and Sarcasm will include…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Maxwell Dempsey Wombles Memorial Crue donated a check for $22,000 to the Adams County Suicide Prevention Coalition at a Nov. 13 meeting at Transitions of Western Illinois. The funds were raised through an annual golf tournament as well as a 50/50 raffle and over 70 raffle baskets. An after party held at…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University recognized the annual alumni award winners during its Booster Gala on Saturday, Nov. 11. The Distinguished Alum Award was presented to Susan Johnson, Class of 1992. This award is presented to HLGU graduates for significant and broad accomplishments in business or professional life, or for state or nation. The Outstanding…
Read Full Article Alanna M. Dawson, 50, Quincy, for indecent conduct in the 800 block of North 9th. N.T.A. 120Samantha J. Flint, 31, Quincy, for domestic battery in the 1600 block of Vermont. Lodged. 169Arianna R. Fernandez Villa, 22, Quincy, for F.T.A. illegal transportation of alcohol at 6th and Cedar. Lodged. 153Daniel W. Noe, 42, Quincy, for domestic…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Quincy Medical Group and Memorial Hospital in Carthage recently announced an expansion of their collaborative efforts to elevate healthcare services for Carthage and its surrounding communities. James Van den Bogaerde, an orthopedic surgeon with QMG, has joined Drake B. White of Memorial Hospital to provide orthopedic surgery care for patients. Van den…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Orquesta Alto Maiz, a popular Latin-jazz dance band, will perform Saturday, Dec. 9, at State Street Theatre. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. show. Orquesta Alto Maiz plays a wide range of Latin musical styles including merengue, samba, cha-cha-cha, salsa, calypso and boleros. Audience participation (dancing and singing) is…
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