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QUINCY — The City of Quincy is inviting the public to the swearing in of Linda K. Moore as mayor. The inauguration ceremony will also recognize the newly elected Quincy City Council members and other city officials. The event will take place from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. in Washington Park and is free and open…
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QUINCY — St. Francis Solanus School will present “The Enchanted Bookshop” musical at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 2, and at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, in the St. Francis Solanus school gym, 1720 College. Characters from treasured children’s books will come to life in this song-filled and joyful production directed by Jane Ann…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — The Palmyra Christian Academy Patent/Teacher Organization will hold a fundraiser luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until sold out) on Friday, May 2, at 110 W. Olive. Cost for the meal, consisting of a pork loin sandwich, chips, bottled water and a cookie, is $10. Payment methods to be accepted…
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ADMAS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County 4-H and Illinois 4-H are joining forces to host a pilot program, Ride Right Rally, geared towards educating sixth-grade students about off-road vehicle safety, will be held from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 2, at Adams County Fairgrounds, 2010 E. 1250th in Mendon. Students will travel…
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EDINA, Mo. — Thomas P. Redington, an associate circuit judge in Knox County, recently was awarded the Claire McCaskill Award, one of Missouri’s highest honors in the field of treatment courts. The award recognizes leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to helping people in recovery through innovative, compassionate and evidence-based court practices. The Edina Sentinel…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 04/26/2025:Brittney P. Greene, Jacksonville: Struck a deer on Il 99.Alex J. Schenk, Mt. Sterling; was traveling westbound on w. North St. and struck the rear end of a vehicle operated…
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Troup casts tie-breaking vote in support of giving $350,000 subsidy to library in final act as mayor
QUINCY — Many people in attendance for Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting applauded after Mayor Mike Troup cast the tie-breaking vote to give a $350,000 subsidy from the city to fund the Quincy Public Library. However, at least one alderman wasn’t happy with Troup’s final vote as mayor in his final meeting. “(Troup) chose…
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Aldermen vote to transfer money to pay for Broadway project, extend food and beverage tax until 2030
QUINCY — Before debating funding of the Quincy Public Library and passing the 2025-26 budget, the Quincy City Council had to first take care of two other budgetary issues. First, aldermen voted to transfer $4 million from the city’s $6 million general fund balance to the water and sewage fund to pay for a water…
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QUINCY — Aldermen took time at the end of a 2½-hour Quincy City Council meeting on Monday night to thank three city officials who attended their last regular meeting. Mayor Mike Troup, 3rd Ward aldermen Ken Hultz and 5th Ward alderman Mike Rein will make their last appearances sitting on the horseshoe in City Council chambers at…
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Teri L. Mosby, 62, of Quincy for Driving 11-14 Above Limit and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 15th and State. NTA 128Stephanie Gaither, 36, of Quincy for Adams County warrant Criminal Trespass to Land at 520 Monroe. NTA from ACJ. Lodged 122Alan L. Matticks, 58, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 173Andrew D. Barnard, 30,…
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QUINCY — A Mount Sterling man was sentenced Monday to 17 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections after entering into a negotiated plea. Michael A. Taylor, 49, of Mount Sterling pled guilty to two counts of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine, a Class X felony, during a sentencing hearing before Circuit Judge Holly…
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Sherry A. White, 66, last known address in the 500 block of Monroe in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated cruelty to animals. White is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 215 pounds. She has brown hair and blue eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 217-228-4474…
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QUINCY — Baby goats, yoga and vendors will be the attractions at an event to be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 3609 N. Marx Dr. Vendors participating include Luxe Health and Wellness offering on-site Botox and filler and skincare specials; Foreverwear…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s sixth and final concert of its 2024-25 concert season is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, at Calvary Baptist Church, 4605 W. Ely Road, featuring brass ensemble Alliance Brass. Acclaimed as “the perfect blend of virtuosity and vitality” (Chicago Brass Festival), the Alliance Brass has emerged…
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QUINCY — Bella Ease recently announced it has been awarded the 21st Century Grant through the Illinois State Board of Education for the next three years. It will provide additional academic support for 6th-12th grade students in Quincy public and parochial schools. This new program will be called mPower. Bella Ease will have an open learning site…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Friends of the Carthage Public Library annual meeting will be held beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 1, in the welcome center of Trinity Lutheran Church, 709 Main. Special guest Joyce Buckert from the Hancock County Historical Society will share with attendees a look at the historical collage of barns and…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Lois Gay Phillips recently was selected by then-Lt. Governor Mike Kehoe as a recipient of the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Senior Service Award, which promotes and highlights the positive accomplishments Missouri’s senior citizens provide their local communities. People selected to receive the awards are 60 and older and have made a significant contribution…
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QUINCY — As Jerod Welker laid on the ground in South Park while being mauled by three pit bulls on March 17, 2024, he had one thought. “This is going to be how I die,” he said. “Unless someone somehow sees me and gets to me out here, I’m going to get killed by the…
Read Full Article Samantha P. Mason, 35, of Quincy for DWLS at 6th and State. NTA 140Bradley A. Hollis, 23, of Niota for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 4th and Cedar. NTA 122Kaleb B. Willing, 21, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 24th and State. NTA 104Johnathan W. Deters, 26, of…
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QUINCY — Warmer weather means everyone is getting out more, including salespeople. Now through September is prime time for door-to-door sales, so it’s a good time to form a plan for how you will respond if someone knocks on your door. Plenty of reputable companies use door-to-door sales, including industries like telecommunications, energy, security and…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will be the host of its sixth annual Bad Art by Good People art auction Thursday, May 1. The evening will kick off with hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., followed by the auction at 7 p.m. Tickets can be bought for $20 in advance or $30 at the…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center is introducing “Salads on Saturday,” a DIY salad-making class happening at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, in the Health and Wellness Center Teaching Kitchen on the Memorial Hospital campus. Led by chef Amber Clark and registered dietitian Ashlyn Housewright, this hands-on class invites participants on a…
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