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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The art of foraging for food is as old as mankind. What is a hobby for many today, was a necessity for people throughout human history. A nature program on wild edibles is scheduled from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Sodalis Nature Preserve. Gale Rublee, Hannibal Parks and Recreation nature…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary recognized Bob Schreiner as the volunteer of the year for 2020 and Brenda Newell as the volunteer of the year for 2021 at its annual service awards luncheon on April 25 at the Hannibal Country Club. Since joining Hannibal Regional Auxiliary, Schreiner has given more than 5,300 hours in…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy will use a $5,000 grant from Ameren Illinois to help local families faced with homelessness. The grant will help the Salvation Army of Quincy enhance programs already in place while also providing an additional 8 to 12 families the support needed to find safe and stable housing. It…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Foods, Inc. recognized two employees for their dedication at its volunteer of the year ceremony. Parcel Lead Josh Stuckman of Golden was honored for contributions in 2020, and Senior System Support Manager Greg Spohr of Quincy was honored for 2021. The ceremony is part of Dot Foods’ Teaming with Local Charities,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Girl Scouts from several Hannibal troops will celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree at Cardiff Hill Overlook at 4 p.m. Monday, May 2 with the help of the Hannibal Tree Board, the Missouri Department of Conservation and the Hannibal Parks and Recreation Department. Kristin Fasnacht, community engagement manager of Girl Scouts…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Fights Cancer has organized two fundraising events. Texas Roadhouse, 5120 Broadway in Quincy, will donate 10 percent from meals served between 4 and 9 p.m. Tuesday, May 3 to Hancock County Fights Cancer. Diners must state as they order that they want their meal to be part of the fundraising…
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QUINCY — Blessing’s Heart and Vascular Center and its caregiving team recently were recognized in a special insert to the 2022 U.S. News and World Report “Best Hospitals” issue. The magazine features an insert from the American College of Cardiology recognizing all hospitals and health systems that participate in the ACC’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry and/or who…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Kara Andrew, a registered dietitian, exercise physiologist and certified lifestyle medicine professional, has been added to the team at Memorial Hospital. Andrew specializes in eating disorders, cardiac rehab nutrition, weight management, sports nutrition, personal training and diabetes education. She is seeing patients at Memorial Medical Clinic’s hospital campus, 1450 N. County Road…
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QUINCY — Kristie Strieker is the Salvation Army’s 2021 volunteer of the year award recipient. This award was presented during the Salvation Army’s volunteer recognition event April 21. Strieker volunteers with the Salvation Army in the women’s ministry, the Thanksgiving and Christmas community dinners and the Christmas food and toy distribution. The nomination for Strieker,…
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QUINCY — Local nonprofits seeking to build their programming, expand their mission and better their communities are invited and encouraged to apply for funding through the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri’s annual competitive grant program. The deadline to submit grant applications is at 11:45 p.m. June 1. Grants are made for…
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Retired Faculty-Staff Association recently elected officers and executive committee members for 2022-23 at its annual meeting. Officers are Kevin Steinkamp, president; Mary Ann Klein, secretary; and Pat Laytham, treasurer. Members at large are Joanne Ortwerth, Joe Messina, Jean Green and Bill Postiglione. Father Joe Zimmerman is the immediate past president, Paul Brown…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Class of 2022 will be the host of the Roaring 20s Gala, a wine and cheese-tasting event, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. May 6 in the Hall of Fame Room in the Health and Fitness Center, 18th and Oak. Included in the price of a ticket are three complimentary wine tastings of your…
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QUINCY — Friends of the Log Cabin will hold a cleanup day from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at the Lincoln-era Log Cabin Village. The historic log cabin village is on Quinsippi Island Park, accessed via All-America Park. Because of bridge construction over the Mississippi River, participants should come down Cedar Street and then take a right…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company and Quincy Medical Group, along with The District, are spearheading a cleanup event that will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 30. Efforts will begin in Parking Lot I where gloves and trash bags will be distributed. Volunteers will then head to designated areas in the heart of the downtown…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced Wednesday the findings of an investigation done by his office relating to claims of misconduct involving the county clerk in Monroe County. After complaints were received and the findings verified, a statement of probable cause was sent to the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office. Clerk…
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QUINCY — Quincy Catholic Charities will be the host of its annual Band Together fundraiser at 5 p.m. Friday, April 29 at the Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Drive. Food by All-Star Concessions and drinks will be available for purchase, with music provided by Tim Hart from 5-7 p.m. and StumpTown from 7-10 p.m. A raffle will…
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QUINCY — Quincy Humane Society will be the host of a “kitten shower” event from 2-4 p.m. Sunday in the society’s community room to celebrate the upcoming arrival of kittens currently in foster care. Each spring marks the beginning of “kitten season,” a time of year when many kittens flood animal shelters across the country.…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI), the trucking affiliate of Dot Foods, Inc., North America’s largest food industry redistributor, will be featured on the Lifetime network on Friday, April 29 on the show, “Military Makeover: Operation Career.” Montel Williams is the host of “Military Makeover: Operation Career.” The series captures the stories of veterans who have transitioned…
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QUINCY — Quincy Town Center has upgraded its gift card. The new Quincy Town Center gift card replaces the old Quincy Mall gift card and features a new-look card design. Gift cards are available to buy in denominations from $10 to $500 from the customer service booth of Quincy Town Center. Quincy Town Center gift…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — There’s still time to apply to the Missouri Century Farm Program. The deadline has been extended a month to June 1. If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1922, you can apply to have it recognized as a Missouri Century Farm. To qualify, the same family must have owned…
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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. Information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted. Carl G. Crowder of Center, Mo.,…
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. Information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted. Eric J. Stratman and Julie A.…
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. Information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted. Stacy J. McDonald of Pittsfield sold…
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QUINCY — Michelle Zech has joined Blessing Health System as chief human resources officer, beginning her duties April 1. Zech has 25 years of experience in healthcare management, the last 12 in human resources. She comes to Blessing from the position of vice president/human resources business partner for AdventHealth Mid-America Region, based in Kansas City, Kan. The…
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QUINCY — Jack Driscoll is the recipient of the 2022 Bishop’s Scholarship to attend Quincy University. Driscoll will graduate this spring with honors from Mount Zion High School and will begin at QU this coming fall. In a press release, Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield said, “I am thrilled for both…
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