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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary held its annual awards banquet April 21 at the Hannibal Country Club. During the luncheon, Lana Ferrel was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year for 2024. Since joining Hannibal Regional Auxiliary, Lana has given more than 6,000 hours in service to the auxiliary. She volunteers in the gift…
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QUINCY — As the owner of the Range at the KC, Trevor Beck is well aware of the value of a renewed focus on sports tourism in Quincy. However, he’s confident the top sports tourism activity during the fall and winter months in Adams County remains the same as it has for many years. “I’m telling…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court April 1-30, 2025. Abigail Bruno from Angel Rivera Agosto on April 3, 2025.Alexandra May Ansell from Dylan Andrew Adams on April 3, 2025.Megan B. Talbert from Scott K. Talbert on April 3, 2025.Jeremy Pearce from Amber Lambert on April 3, 2025.Amanda…
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QUINCY — Dick Brothers Brewery, in partnership with the Quincy Children’s Museum and Dick Brothers Events, is sponsoring the return of MayFest from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, at the Dick Brothers Brewery Complex on York between Ninth and 10th. This year’s MayFest coincides with the Adams County Bicentennial, celebrating 200 years…
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QUINCY — Mike Troup’s campaign spent more than $70,000 in an unsuccessful bid to retain the office of Quincy mayor. According to the Illinois State Board of Elections website, Troup spent $70,594.08 combined for his victory in the Feb. 25 Republican primary over Dan Brink and his April 1 loss to Linda Moore, who ran as…
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Rebecca Fakardo, 69, of Quincy for Fail to Yield Sign.Quentin E. Cooper, 25, of Quincy for FTA Traffic and FTA Transportation of Cannabis. Lodged 145Melinda R. Cox, 45, of Quincy for Retail Theft and Possession of Meth. Lodged 132Jessica M. Kamphaus, 36, of Palmyra, Mo., for Marion Co. FTA Possession of Controlled Substance. Lodged 227Masen…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) since 1857, recently formally requested a religious accommodation from the U.S. Department of Education from a Biden-era regulation. “Without timely action by the department, the university intends to file a lawsuit seeking relief to safeguard its religious freedoms,” a press release from…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Fourth-grade students from Holy Family, St. John and Eugene Field schools helped members of the Tree Board and staff from the Missouri Department of Conservation and Hannibal Parks and Recreation with the planting of an elm tree tree on Friday, April 25. The elm tree, planted on Broadway, was in celebration of…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The City of Macomb and Waste Management are asking for help during spring citywide clean-up May 12-15 and followed by a second pickup on the Monday route on May 19. Residents should place their refuse and trash curbside no earlier than 48 hours before their regular garbage pickup day. Clean up begins…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and Quincy University are sponsoring “A War Like No Other: The Second World War After 80 Years,” an academic symposium which celebrates V-E Day — the surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allied forces on May 8, 1945. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council and Hannibal Parks and Recreation are teaming up to offer a unique and inspiring workshop designed for art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. The Nature Art Journaling Workshop will take place at Hannibal Arts Council at 105 S. Main from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 10,…
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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. 05/04/2025:Jolene N. Hall, Versailles; struck a deer on CR 315N Ave. CITATIONS: 05/02/2025:Neil A. Gratton, Griggsville: Operating a vehicle with suspended registration. 05/03/2025:Zavonte Q. Young, Jacksonville: Operating a vehicle with…
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Kelly will once again challenge Pritzker-backed candidate: Kelly won a crowded 16-person primary in a 2013 special election to fill the congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson, who resigned while under investigation for misuse of campaign funds and eventually went to prison. Kelly received more than half the primary vote before easily…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Before passing the torch to the city’s new mayor, Darrell McCoy, outgoing Mayor Barry Louderman bid the Hannibal City Council farewell at its meeting Tuesday night as a new generation of leadership was ushered in at City Hall. “I want to thank the citizens of Hannibal for allowing me to be mayor…
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QUINCY — Have your eyes or nose been runny lately? Have you started coughing and sneezing? Pollen season has started, which means many people may be experiencing allergies. Dr. Ellen Pratt, who specializes in allergy and immunology with Quincy Medical Group, offered some of her thoughts and suggestions. Why? “We start with tree pollen,” Pratt…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court April 1-30, 2025. Megan Dora-Ann McDowell, 22, of Quincy and Andrew Ryan Ellerman, 31, of Quincy filed April 2, 2025.Chad Lawrence Ballinger, 45, of Payson and Jessica Renee McDermott, 32, of Quincy filed April 3, 2025.David Edward Walker, 26, of Ursa and Morgan…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Adams County Fair will welcome Grammy-nominated singer Sara Evans to this year’s fair on Saturday, July 26. Evans has five No. 1 country singles — “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place To Start,” “Born to Fly” and “A Little Bit Stronger.” Several of those No. 1s…
Read Full Article Tia Jackson, 33, of Quincy for FTA Stealing.Tyshala Smith, 23, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing.Christopher Smith, 42, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection, Criminal Trespass to Residence and Aggravated Stalking. LodgedGary Vale of Quincy for Failure to Abate a Nuisance.Patricia Vale of Quincy for Failure to Abate a Nuisance.Erica Stockdale, 29, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — A Quincy family of four safely escaped a fire in their brick home on Tuesday afternoon after a cooking mishap. The Quincy Fire Department responded at 1:36 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, to a report of a house fire at 614 N. Seventh. The first crew arrived on scene two minutes later and observed…
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QUINCY — Auditions for “Jersey Boys” will be held Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10, at Quincy Community Theatre. “Jersey Boys” is a Tony Award-winning musical sensation that brings the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to the stage. Discover the story of four guys from Jersey who became an international pop…
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MONROE CITY, Mo. — Double Hearts Ranch and Brush Arbor Church invites community members to their upcoming Fireside Roundup Summer Series, a free monthly community event. Fireside Roundup will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m on the second Friday of each month. Dates are May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12…
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QUINCY — Adams County CASA, a program of Advocacy Network for Children, swore in its newest CASA volunteers. June Otte was sworn in by Judge John Wooleyhan at the Adams County Courthouse on March 7. CASA volunteers are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak up for abused or neglected children in the…
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COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Before striking the ground this spring, Ameren Illinois wants to alert the public about new guidelines established under the Illinois Underground Utility Facilities Damage Prevention Act. This legislation, effective Jan. 1, aims to enhance public safety, minimize risks to excavators prevent disruptions and aid in the expansion of vital public services. Calling…
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