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Braden Barnes, 31, of Quincy for Peace Disturbance.Eric D. Hicks, 46, of Quincy for FTA Aggravated Identity Theft, Theft Over, UUW and Domestic Assault (in Pike County) at 624 Spruce St. Lodged 147/181Noemi Arguelles, 24, of Texas for No Valid DL and Uninsured Vehicle.Gregory Eversden, 76, of Quincy for Fail to Yield Right of Way.Noah…
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QUINCY — Applications are now being accepted by Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences for its new diagnostic medical sonography program. The first class of 10 students will begin studies in fall of this year. Medical sonography is a field within radiology. It uses soundwaves to produce images of internal organs and blood vessels.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Senior and Childcare Services (HCSCS) has announced the selection of Colleen Wildrick as its new executive director. Wildrick brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community service to her new role. She most recently served as Director of Development for Memorial Hospital Foundation. Her connection to HCSCS…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) and Representative Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) have partnered to host a free Senior Expo in Carthage on Thursday, July 10. The event, featuring several area healthcare and senior services vendors, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 10, at Carthage Primary School, 600 Miller St.…
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QUINCY — Judge Christopher Pratt has officially launched his campaign to be elected as At-Large Circuit Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for the March 2026 Republican Primary and November 2026 General Election. Pratt was appointed to the position by the Illinois Supreme Court in June 2024 after being unanimously recommended by a local selection…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal School District #60 announced its revised free and reduced price policy for school children unable to pay the full price of meals served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. Local education officials have adopted the following family-size income criteria for determining eligibility: Children from…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Council concurred with the Plan Commission’s recommendation to deny Hope House’s request for a Special Permit to allow the use of 2122 Jefferson Street as a maternity house for pregnant mothers at risk of homelessness. Despite four citizens speaking during Public Comment in favor of Hope House, there was almost no…
Read Full Article Nicole D. Ruble, 32, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Aggravated Battery. Lodged 173Kaleb J. Myers, 18, of Belleville for Stop Sign Violation at Bonansinga Dr. & Cedar St. NTA 181David J. Rogers, 20, of Warsaw for No Valid Driver’s License at 4th and Oak. NTA 184Kordell N. Tucker, 28, of Quincy for Improper…
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QUINCY – Quincy Fire Department and Tri-Township Fire Department responded to a large fire on the property at the former Doyle Manufacturing site at 40th and Broadway Monday evening. Fire crews got the call at 7:40 pm, according to Quincy Fire Chief Steve Salrin. Billows of smoke could be seen from downtown and, upon arrival,…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was sentenced to six years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on firearms and drug trafficking charges Monday. Circuit Judge Holly Henze sentenced Jeffrey T. Bennett, 47, to six years for possession of a firearm by a felon and manufacturing and possession with intent to deliver cannabis of more than…
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Kaitlyn E. QuincyFemale 28 and D.O.B. 9/30/96 5’2”, 120 lbs Brown Hair Blue Eyes LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1500 BLOCK OF SOUTH 5TH ST, QUINCY She is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office on the following charge: Possession of Meth If you know where Kaitlyn Quincy can be found, please call the Quincy Regional Crime…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Exciting news for literary enthusiasts and romance lovers alike. Regina Hastings, a passionate writer and dedicated member of the Palmyra community, has announced the upcoming release of her debut historical romance novel, Stolen Destiny, set to be available on Amazon starting Aug. 1. The Kindle version is available now for pre-order. Hastings’…
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QUINCY — TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) will empower the next generation of changemakers through philanthropy. The Community Foundation is seeking applications from high school students for a new youth philanthropy program, TAG: Teens Active in Grantmaking. Designed to introduce philanthropy to Quincy teens, TAG members will step into the role of grantmakers, helping to…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The team at Mark Twain State Park has announced the ribbon cutting for the newest trail at the park. The public is invited to attend the ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, at the new trailhead near the 107 Boat Ramp fish-cleaning station off Highway 107. The new Ben…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is paying tribute to employees at the Ronny Ferrel Hannibal Aquatic Center this summer with a special award each week. Ashley Davis, a freshman at Quincy University, has been named as the first Summer Spotlight Employee of the Week. Davis is in her first year as front desk/concession/slide…
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Keyro A. Salazar, 40, of Quincy for Operate Motor Vehicle With Suspended Registration at 6th/Spruce. NTA 184/173Keeauna M. Scheufele, 19, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 11th/State. NTA 132Heather N. Girouard, 47, of Quincy for Vandalism at 2215 Jefferson. NTA 104Justin Rupp reports his 2024 Jeep was spray painted while parked in the…
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LEWIS COUNTY, Mo. — An emerging cattle disease, Theileria orientalis ikeda, has been confirmed in both Missouri and Iowa, prompting Extension experts to urge producers to stay informed and work closely with veterinarians. According to an April 2024 University of Missouri Extension news release, the disease was initially confirmed in six Missouri counties. As of…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission will host two special ceremonies during the 2025 Adams County Fair to honor local businesses and churches for their longstanding service to the community. Being honored at the fair will be businesses that have operated in Adams County for 100–149 years and churches that have served Adams…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Last Five Years, a stage musical written and composed by Jason Robert Brown and directed by Clark A. Cruikshank, will be presented at Bluff City Theater at 7:30 p.m. July 10-12 and again July 17-19. A 2 p.m. show will be offered on July 13. Before it became a feature film…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Healthcare System has announced that it will officially transition to the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system on July 9. This launch marks a significant step forward in enhancing patient care, improving clinical workflows and streamlining communication across the healthcare continuum. Epic is one of the most widely used and…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) has announced the appointment of two key leaders who will help shape the university’s future: Brice Baumgardner as vice-president of enrollment management and Mike Dixon as dean of students and campus chaplain. Brice Baumgardner, a longtime member of the HLGU community, with more than 20 years of service to…
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