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CAMP POINT, Ill. — A Camp Point man was taken to Blessing Hospital after what deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department believe was an accidental gunshot wound. Pat Frazier, deputy chief for the Adams County Sheriff’s Department, said deputies were sent to 104 E. School to respond to a disturbance. “Prior to arrival (by…
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QUINCY — Ben Van Ness, vice president and general manager at WGEM in Quincy, confirmed Friday morning that Makenzi Henderson is no longer employed by the television station. Van Ness did not elaborate on Henderson’s departure in an email to Muddy River News. Henderson was an anchor on WGEM’s newscasts at 5 p.m., 6 p.m.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department dispatched four engines to 922 S. Eighth on Sunday for a report of a fully-involved structure fire. Quincy Fire Department investigators spent Sunday night and Monday morning working through the fire scene. Investigators continue to work with QPD detectives and have not released further information. Engine No. 5 arrived…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Roberta J. Wombles of Hannibal, Mo., sold a residence at 103 E. Howard in Pleasant Hill…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Mark and Jamie Schmidt of Quincy at 9:27 p.m. Oct. 28, 2023.A girl was born to Javier and Shari Lofton of Quincy at 4:31 p.m. Oct. 30, 2023.A girl was born to Cade Turpin and Madesen Melton of Quincy at 5:53 p.m. Oct. 30, 2023.A girl was born…
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QUINCY — More than 4,500 locations, including two in Quincy, will be open Nov. 13-20 to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts for the Samaritan’s Purse project. Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts — filled with school supplies, personal care items and fun toys — to children worldwide since 1993. Operation…
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URSA, Ill. — Sharon Tenhouse, a 4-H Leader of Burton Flyers 4-H Club, has served as a volunteer leader for 50 years. She was one of many volunteers and 4-H members celebrated during the 86th annual Adams County 4-H Achievement Day at Ursa Farmers Cooperative on Oct. 15. Current Adams County 4-H program coordinator Siera Duesterhaus…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League’s 55th annual Holiday Gift Show, officially sponsored by The Herald-Whig, will be held at the Oakley-Lindsay Center in Quincy on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature more than 80 vendors with a variety…
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Both “48 Hours” on CBS and “Dateline” on NBC have run their respective reports on the murder of Becky Bliefnick at the hands of her estranged husband, Tim Bliefnick. Now that they have run, Muddy River News would like to know what you thought of them.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – Steve Gumble, who served as a United States Marine from 1983-1986, joined the American Legion Post 55 Riders four years ago. The American Legion Post 55 is a regular in Hannibal’s annual Veterans Day parade, and this year Gumble will display the flag. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — As Kassondra and Jen pass blended coffees, lotus drinks and other treats to a line of customers at the Coffee Barn’s drive-thru window, it would seem they were in the business a long time. The sister-in-laws decided to open a coffee shop last year, and it is a family endeavor in every way.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – Kayne Peacock, an eighth grader from South Shelby Middle School, already knows what career path he will steer toward next year as a high school student. “I want to get into metalworking,” he said with a smile. Peacock learned more about metalworking and explored other career possibilities available to him locally on…
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Clifford L. Hopping, 74, of Quincy for Disobey Stop-Light at 12th & Hampshire St. NTA. 124Allyssa D. Johnson, 31, of Quincy for TOF – Nuisance Abatement at 1525 S. 5th St. on 07/05/23. NTA. 121Ray E. Golden, 31, of Quincy for TOF – Trespassing at 1525 S. 5th St. on 05/06/23. NTA. 121Marranda T. Harrison,…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy began the Christmas season with its annual Tree of Lights Christmas Kick-Off luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 9. Campaign chairs Hal and Kathy Oakley were introduced, and the campaign goal of $435,000 was announced. “We have seen how The Salvation Army impacts our community in so many positive ways,”…
Read Full Article Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. 1197 Investments, LLC of Mount Sterling sold a lot at 108 W. Washington in Mount Sterling to…
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QUINCY — The Kroc Center will offer free admission to all veterans on Saturday, Nov. 11. Veterans should present their military/veteran identification to receive free entry and enjoy The Kroc Center’s many offerings, including the facility’s weightlifting and cardio areas, as well as the aquatic center. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, will be open from…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The recently established Hannibal Area CEO program teamed up with a new business that offers guide services in Hannibal for a walking tour around the town as part of a hands-on lesson in entrepreneurship. The high school students heard about the impact of the tourism industry to our area, learned about the…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A two-part Holiday Clay Trees Arty Party will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, and Nov. 29 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Rebecca Butler from The Budding Artist will lead participants in a two-part Arty Party creating festive and unique holiday trees with clay techniques. At…
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CHICAGO — When testifying to the Illinois Courts Commission about Eighth District Judge Robert Adrian’s experience and knowledge in the 13 years he’s been on the bench in Adams County, Quincy attorney Drew Schnack took the opportunity to make a pitch to the seven commissioners. “It would be tragic to lose Judge Adrian,” Schnack said…
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CHICAGO — Asked what he thought about his hearing before the Illinois Courts Commission, which ended Wednesday afternoon, Eighth Circuit Judge Robert Adrian’s response was simple. “I have no idea,” he replied. The two-day hearing wrapped up with the testimony of three prosecution witnesses and one defense witness, along with closing arguments. Other than when…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners has indefinitely tabled a request for $350,000 in funding from the Quincy Riverfront Development Corporation to assist in the burial of underground power lines along Front Street. The board was unanimous in its action to table the request for financing. The Riverfront Development Corporation is asking…
Read Full Article Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Shirley A. Gooding of Camp Point sold a residence at 104 W. Prairie in Camp Point…
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QUINCY — The Aspen Institute has named John Wood Community College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community…
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