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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Jordan Kirsten Kemner of Quincy at 4:27 p.m. Feb. 13, 2025.A boy was born to Tomas Stech of Mt. Sterling and Skylin Lashbrook of Timewell at 2:13 p.m. on Feb. 15, 2025.A girl was born to Aliyah Wagner of Philadelphia, Mo., at 4:28 p.m. Feb. 15, 2025.A girl…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — A Palmyra man arrested on Feb. 1 and charged with statutory sodomy of a child under the age of 12 will have a preliminary hearing in Marion County Circuit Court in Palmyra on March 25. Elijah K. Lewis, 18, is lodged in the Marion County Jail on a $100,000 bond. A warrant…
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QUINCY — In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Blessing Health is providing free, take-home colorectal cancer screening kits to the public at locations in west central Illinois and northeast Missouri and by mail. The kits are available beginning Monday, March 3 and while supplies last. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Five people were arrested during a Federal Bureau of Investigations investigation in cooperation with the Illinois State Police West Central Illinois Task Force on Friday, Feb. 21, and one was arrested on Thursday, Feb. 27. Each person is charged with conspiring to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine in the Quincy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation officials are seeking lifeguards for the summer season and have made a change to make sure the employees are “rescue ready.” The department switched from Red Cross to StarGuard ELITE training. Applications for jobs at the Ronny Ferrel Hannibal Aquatic Center are open, and those employees will undergo…
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BARRY, Ill. — The New Philadelphia Association (NPA) recently announced the election of its new officers and the adoption of a new board structure, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s ongoing mission to support and promote the legacy of the town of New Philadelphia near Barry as the first town in the United States…
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QUINCY —The Quincy University Symphonic Band will present a concert featuring music from Latin America and Spain at 3 p.m. on Sunday at the Connie Niemann Center for Music on QU’s North Campus, 17th and Seminary Road. This upbeat, festive concert will feature QU music faculty members Christine Damm and Cat Martinez, adjunct music faculty,…
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QUINCY — Mark Philpot believes he has one of the best jobs ever. He’s the first Black president of the Quincy Park Board, the “Disneyland of city government,” as he calls it. His journey here was nearly as magical, too, despite a rough start. He drove 137 miles from the rural town of Wellman, Iowa…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Marion County Ambulance District (MCAD) is seeking a new administrative chief, following approval by the district’s board of directors to post the position. With the retirement last year of Chief John Nemes, the district has relied on interim chief Marshall Miller and interim deputy chief Eric Murfin. However, the board approved…
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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. Douglas C. Weese of Camp Point sold a residence at 111 W. Prairie in Camp Point…
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Devon K. Hawkins, 30, Quincy for Battery at N. 5th St. and Chestnut St. 181Kasey Tucker, 37, Quincy for Warrant Poss of Meth.Ronald L. Breault, 58, Lewistown, Mo., for Adams Co. warrant Fleeing to Elude Officer and Mo. DOC Parole Violation. Lodged 113Roman E. Davis, 22, 524 Van Buren for Criminal Damage to Property. 120Joseph…
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BARRY, Ill. — The Pike County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred Wednesday, Feb. 26, at the Jiffi Stop Convenience Store on Illinois Route 106 in Barry. A male subject entered the store at approximately 11:50 p.m., displayed a firearm and demanded money from the cashier. The subject left the store with…
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QUINCY — The 40 Days for Life campaign begins March 5 and runs through April 12. It will feature a 40-day prayer vigil in the public right-of-way outside of Walgreens on Broadway between 17th and 18th. All prayer vigil participants are asked to sign a statement of peace, pledging to conduct themselves in a Christ-like…
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QUINCY — The 11th annual Amanda Stambaugh-Snyder Lupus Bar Golf event, organized by The Adams County Lupus Warriors, will be held Saturday, March 1 at 1 p.m. Registration will be held from noon to 12:45 p.m. at The Club. Cost is $25 per four-person team. Bar golf stops will be: The day will offer a…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Scholarship money is available through the Memorial Hospital/HIA Scholarship Fund and the Memorial Hospital Medical Staff Scholarship for Hancock County. These scholarships are available to Hancock County residents pursuing or currently enrolled in a healthcare-related program. Thanks to the Hancock County Health Improvement Association, these funds have been designated to support local…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Toys for Tots of Northeast Missouri recently announced the success of its 2024 campaign. “The Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is more than just a holiday toy drive. It provides a lifetime of hope and security to children and families in need,” Stephanie Cooper, Toys for Tots of Northeast Missouri…
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QUINCY — Notable achievements by students and important decisions for the district were approved during the Quincy School Board meeting on Wednesday night. Twelve Quincy High School student-athletes were recognized for qualifying for the state competition in various fall sports, including boys’ golf, girls’ and boys’ cross country and girls’ tennis. Annika Reddy was awarded…
Read Full Article Mellisa R. Flavell, 37, Homeless for FTA Pedestrian Walking on Highway. Lodged 161James M. Merdith, 31, Homeless for Criminal Trespass to Building. 161Abigail L. Sibbing, 19, 1220 Springdale S. for FTA Stealing. Lodged 161Patrick W. Taylor, 34, 609 S. 10th for Driving While License Suspended & Suspended Registration. 147Angela D. Brown, 51, 533 Chestnut for…
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QUINCY — After a three-hour executive session, the Quincy School Board voted to fire Quincy High School softball coach Darrell Henze for his actions after writing a social media post after learning his team would not have lights on its field for the 2025 season, which starts Monday. A packed house of softball players and…
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QUINCY — Linda Moore, an independent candidate for mayor of Quincy, shared her “Fix and Grow” plan during a press conference Wednesday afternoon at the Western Catholic Union Hall, 516 Maine. The highlights of her plan include fixing potholes within 100 days, fixing communication problems within the city and creating incentive programs for neighborhoods. However,…
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QUINCY – The United Way of Adams County celebrated 87 years of serving the Adams County community and the completion of the 2024 annual campaign at its annual meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at Town & Country Inn and Suites. The Live United Award was presented to Joanne Hibbeler, who serves as the Good News…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Civic Music Association is welcoming säje to Quincy as part of its 2024-25 season at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at John Wood Community College. A Grammy-nominated vocal supergroup, säje (rhymes with “beige”), is the brainchild of vocalist/composers Sara Gazarek, Amanda Taylor, Johnaye Kendrick and Erin Bentlage. As individuals, each…
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QUINCY — The SIU Center for Family Medicine recenty announced Teresa Young, medical office specialist, as the Employee of the Month for February. In a press release, her nominator said, “Not only is Teresa willing to answer questions any time, but she also explains the answers, making it easier to understand the big picture. She…
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