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QUINCY — Four adults and one juvenile were arrested Thursday in connection to a fire that destroyed the main lobby building at the Welcome Inn, 200 Maine. The Quincy Fire and Police Departments responded to a fire at the Welcome Inn at 2:18 a.m. on Tuesday, March 11. After an investigation, the fire was determined…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission continues its year-long celebration with an honor musicians’ concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, in the Morrison Theater at Quincy Junior High School. The concert will feature high school musicians from Liberty, Camp Point Central, Payson Seymour, Mendon Unity, Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy High School.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center is offering the Meals with Memorial: Prep and Go! workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at the Teaching Kitchen, 1454 N. County Road 2050. This hands-on workshop, led by registered dietitians Ashlyn Housewright and Julie Shoemaker along with chef Amber Clark, will…
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SHELBINA, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Natural Resources will offer a free waste pesticide collection event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 5, at MFA Agri Services, 215 W. Maple, in Shelbina. Accepted (limited to 8,000 lbs. total weight per farm or household): Not Accepted: Registration is recommended but not required. Register at…
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QUINCY — As part of the Quincy 40 Days for Life campaign, Attorney April S. Wood of 40 Days of Life Institute of Law and Justice will speak in Quincy at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at the Knights of Columbus, Father McGivney Hall, 700 S. 36th. Wood will speak on how working for…
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A five day St. Pat’s Weekend? Erin Go Bragh! If you make a trip to Hannibal, stop in at Ole Wolfhound Pub for great Irish food and beverages.
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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. 03/06/2025:Keegan A. Covington, Arenzville; Was traveling eastbound on US 24, failed to make a curve and left the roadway at the intersection of US 24 and 1100E. He then struck…
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QUINCY — Approximately 300 people attended a neighborhood meeting in Quincy’s 3rd Ward at the Ambiance Wednesday night to voice concerns about a proposed 270-unit apartment complex near Rooney School. Near the end of the meeting, those in attendance spoke loudest by simply standing. Joe Churchill, who developed the nearby Lake Ridge subdivision, asked anyone to…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of projects Wednesday night that will enhance some of the city’s recreational facilities and sites. Among those projects is the replacing of 6,100 square feet of safety surfacing at the Lincoln Park playground, at a cost of $105,856. Repairs have been made…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to John O. Steele Jr. and Amy Lynn Gille of Quincy at 6:35 p.m. Feb. 26, 2025.A boy was born to Madison Strothoff of Quincy at 9:28 p.m. Feb. 26, 2025.A boy was born to Adilson Fernando and Erin deSouza of LaGrange, Mo., at 2:55 p.m. Feb. 27, 2025.A…
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Gary Foreman, 58, of Quincy for Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 113Harold Miller, 60, of Quincy for Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 113Monica Baker, 43, of Quincy for Possession of Methamphetamine. Lodged 113Andrew Davis, 37, of Quincy on a warrant for Agg Domestic Battery/Strangle.April M. Cook, 41, of Quincy for Domestic Battery, Lodged 134Travon T. McKenzie, 20,…
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2025-003685, 03/11/2025 @ 00:33:05, Central Park , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Disturbance – In Progress Officer Assigned 019 Douglas, J E Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult Female Involve Peace Disturbance 03/11/2025 Adult Female Compl. Peace Disturbance 03/11/2025Public Narrative Disturbance in Progress in Central Park. 2025-003686, 03/11/2025 @ 01:29:29, 719 Country Club Dr ,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Ag Banquet on Tuesday, March 11, at Town & Country Inn and Suites celebrates the contributions of the agricultural community and honors leaders who make a difference in the field. Bastert Farm Equipment was named the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness of the Year, Mike…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center will present “Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild,” an exhibition showcasing 31 of Mangelsen’s most iconic and resonant wildlife images, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, March 14 through May 31, offering visitors a breathtaking journey into the world of some of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Clarity Healthcare invites Hannibal residents in search of a primary health care provider to consider seeing Tammy Hudson, a nurse practitioner who recently joined the Clarity team. Clarity Healthcare has nine advanced practice nurses in its network, which spans from Columbia to Quincy, Ill. Recently hired by Clarity, Hudson is a board-certified…
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QUINCY — The Joe Bonansinga “Mr. Quincy” Community Service Award, named after its first recipient in 1998, is presented annually by United Way of Adams County and the Rotary Club of Quincy to honor those who exemplify the highest standards of community service. Traditionally awarded to an individual, this year the recognition has expanded to…
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QUINCY — The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri invites area students pursuing higher education to apply for scholarships designed to support high school and college students in the region. Both renewable and one-year awards are available from 18 endowed funds. Each scholarship has specific eligibility requirements based on donor intent, offering…
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QUINCY— Effective Wednesday March 12, open burning is prohibited in Adams County. Upon recommendation of rural fire chiefs, Adams County Board Chairman Bret Austin issued the ban. Conditions across the county have become increasingly dry with windy conditions expected throughout the week. This ban will be in effect until Adams County receives rainfall, which is predicted…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Board voted Tuesday night to spend more than $9.5 million to replace the roof and HVAC system at the courthouse at 5th and Vermont. The board opted to support local companies, despite their bids not being the lowest in each category. The $8.9 million bid from Peters Heating and Air Conditioning…
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QUINCY — Republican incumbent Mike Troup and independent challenger Linda Moore had similar thoughts on some issues during Tuesday night’s mayoral debate at First Christian Church, but one topic they certainly disagreed on was the city insurance mess that began in January 2023 and wasn’t resolved until July 2024. WTAD Radio’s Mary Griffith, one of…
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QUINCY — Republican incumbent Mike Troup and independent challenger Linda Moore fielded multiple questions from panelists Mary Griffith from WTAD and Daniel Winn from WGEM, as well as from moderator Iris Nelson and the audience, during Tuesday night’s mayoral debate at First Christian Church. The League of Women Voters of Adams County served as the…
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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. Teresa Morris, Christopher Barr and Jonathan Barr sold a residence at 729 Buchanan in Carthage to…
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MARION COUNTY, Mo. — The Marion County Endowment Fund is launching a new initiative, “Five for the Future,” encouraging community members to invest in the future of local nonprofits through a simple, yet powerful commitment — just $5 per week. As a permanent charitable fund, the Marion County Endowment Fund exists to support local nonprofit…
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QUINCY — Pete Wells of The New York Times, Ruth Reichl of The Los Angeles Times and late chef-turned-writer-slash-world-traveler extraordinaire Anthony Bourdain are among the top food critics of the 21st century. This week, however, the critiques of students throughout the Quincy Catholic elementary schools and Quincy Notre Dame reign supreme. “You guys, the broccoli’s…
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