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MACOMB, Ill. — The Archives and Special Collections of Western Illinois University is full of treasures relating to WIU and to local history. New discoveries are frequently being made as the collections are documented. A previously unknown Archives document, written by Joseph Smith (the first president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)…
Read Full Article QUINCY — People living with diabetes, or people who are at higher-than-average risk for developing the disease due to family history, race or other factors, are invited to a no-cost A1C screening offered by Blessing Health. The free, non-fasting blood test will be conducted from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at Horizons, 224 S.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri was established in November 1997 with $1,050 in assets. Twenty-five years later, more than $14 million in grants have been distributed to grow communities in the 12 counties it serves. To commemorate its silver anniversary, the Community Foundation will host a “Friends of…
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. Tommi L. Fanning of Quincy sold a residence at 115 E. Clinton in Griggsville to Natalie…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, in cooperation with the Blessing Foundation, has awarded $1.6 million in scholarships and grants to Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences students for the 2022-23 academic year. Fifty-two students received money from 44 endowed scholarships, one additional scholarship and one general financial aid fund. Seven…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy will serve a free community Thanksgiving dinner onfrom 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24. Delivery will be available to shut-ins. The meal will consist of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. Attendees will need to make a reservation with The Salvation Army for either…
Read Full Article QUINCY — State Street Theater and Calftown Café have announced their holiday calendars and updated plans for the winter season. In a press release, Brian Stitt, manager of the State Street Theater and Calftown Cafe said, “We are excited to be in a position to offer a full-service destination for the holidays, with casual, delicious…
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. Aaron L. Smith of Quincy sold a residence at 1470 Hampshire in Quincy to Shanzelle A.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy charter chapter of American Business Women’s Association will be the host of a holiday craft and vendor show from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at The Atrium on Third, 201 S. Third. Admission is $2 with food and concessions available.
Read Full Article QUINCY — In honoring tri-state veterans, the Kroc Center is offering free admission to all veterans on Friday, Nov. 11. Veterans can 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,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy City Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day and will reopen Monday, Nov. 14, for regular business hours. Central Services also will be closed Friday, Nov. 11. Garbage, recycling and yard waste pickup will still occur on Friday, Nov. 11. Quincy Transit Lines will operate on…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy charter chapter of the American Business Women’s Association celebrated its 60th anniversary at its regular meeting at The Atrium on Nov. 3. The Quincy charter chapter was chartered on Nov. 4, 1962. Attendees enjoyed a slideshow of events during the past 60 years as well as picture albums and news clippings…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Red kettles and bells will soon return as The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command begins its first days of fundraising for the 2022 Christmas campaign in Quincy on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11-12. Kettles will resume full-time for the season on Nov. 18 in Quincy and Nov. 19 for Hannibal, continuing through Dec.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Created by Music Lingua Quincy with the help of area German students and Frau Daily, the community is invited to the first St. Martin lantern parade on Friday, Nov. 11. This family-friendly event will offer story time and a lantern parade with the opportunity to create your own lantern for a $10 fee.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University President Robert Matz recently announced the appointment of Julie Albee as the school’s interim vice president of academic administration. Albee started in her new role on Nov. 1. Albee recently celebrated her 19th year of service to Hannibal-LaGrange. She has served as chair of the division of education chair, director…
Read Full Article LEWIS COUNTY, Mo. — “Finding God at the City Dump: The George LeMaster Story” from Christian Faith Publishing by author Dan Steinbeck is the true story of one man’s unexpected intervention that would change a life’s course forever. “Finding God at the City Dump” tells LeMaster’s story of: Growing up in tiny Wayland in Clark…
Read Full Article PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Illinois State Police District 20 Commander Capt. Jody Huffman recently released the results of a roadside safety check in Adams County from late night Wednesday, Oct. 26, to early morning Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. The check was conducted at intersection of 30th and State in Quincy by District 20 officers. Violations Enforcement…
Read Full Article BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — The North East Community Action Corporation is taking applications for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12 Missouri counties. In a press release, NECAC’s Angela Kattenbraker said, “Apply if you think you’ll need assistance. The cost of utilities is going up. We can…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The sky at Riverview Park should provide the perfect background for the wonders of the night sky during Astronomy Night on Saturday, Nov. 12. The viewing and learning experience will begin at 7 p.m. in Riverview Park, in the big grassy area between the four-way stop and the first overlook, often known…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Service League will hold its 54th annual Holiday Gift Show from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19 and from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. This year’s Holiday Gift Show will have more than 75 booths and vendors offering a variety of gifts. Items available include ornaments,…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation will provide a match of up to $10,000 for an upcoming fundraiser for the Mark Twain Boyhood Home Foundation in Hannibal. The proceeds will be used to replace audio and video equipment at the Mark Twain Museum and Gallery. In a press release, Mark Twain Boyhood Home Foundation CEO…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded resurfacing, pavement improvement and seal coat contracts for the Northeast District during its regular meeting on Nov. 2. A $6 million contract was awarded to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC., to resurface 52.5 miles of Missouri Route 156 in Macon, Knox and Lewis counties from…
Read Full Article MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc., North America’s largest food industry redistributor, recently earned certification as a Great Place To Work for the second consecutive year. In a press release, Dot Foods CEO Joe Tracy said, “We highly value employee feedback and conduct annual surveys, aligning with Dot’s culture of continuous improvement. For the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church, 3600 Payson Road, will hold its annual fall craft show from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. Admission is one canned food item for local food pantries. The craft show, which has been held for more than 35 years, will offer local vendors exhibiting their craft items, a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Tri-State Area Center for Women’s Ministries will hold its Second Tuesday of the Month program for November from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. The monthly programs include crafts, speakers and fellowship. November’s craft will be to make a snowman cocoa jar with Iris Schultz. No Second Tuesday events are scheduled for…
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