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QUINCY — The trial against one of the former owners of a Quincy business facing two theft charges was dismissed last week, and the trial for the other former owner also will be dismissed — if he follows through with an agreement reached Tuesday in Adams County Circuit Court. The trial for Andy P. Reardon,…
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QUINCY — Cervical cancer is the fourth deadliest cancer among women globally and claims the lives of roughly 4,000 women in the United States each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Like many cancerous diseases, the time of detection can greatly impact the rate of survival. The more knowledgeable one…
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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. Freddie L. Behrens and Sheila J. Behrens Trust of Quincy sold a residence and garage at…
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Irma Wright, 75, Quincy for FTA Stealing.Richard T. Edlemon, 21, Quincy for DUI at 54th St and Maine St. Lodged 186Joda J. Harris, 49, Quincy for FTA OV Stealing at 530 Broadway St. Lodged 169Latoshia Tipsord, 45, Quincy for Fail to Yield Private Drive and Suspended Registration. Brodie J. Bell, 39, Quincy for trespassing in…
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QUINCY — The following items have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any of the property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489, and refer to the ID number when calling. First Notice Recovered Property Description Date ID# Debit Card belonging to Jesus Pena 12-6-24 30125 Chevrolet and House Keys 12-6-24…
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QUINCY — Encore! Volunteer Council for the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association will present The Fairy Tale Tea on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Spring Lake Country Club. Seatings are scheduled for 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Children preschool age to fifth grade are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character and dance the morning…
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QUINCY — A fire in a basement laundry room was quickly extinguished Thursday morning by Quincy firefighters. The Quincy Fire Department (QFD) was alerted at 7:16 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, to a basement fire in a house at 821 N. 22nd. The first crew arrived on the scene at 7:19 a.m. and reported light smoke…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department has announced details of the upcoming Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation (ILEAP) on-site assessment to determine the Quincy Police Department’s eligibility for Tier Two Accreditation. The Tier Two program is ILEAP’s most rigorous assessment, comprised of 179 professional standards that are reflected in the police department’s operating policies and practices…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Salvation Army of Hannibal recently shared the success of its Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, which exceeded the initial fundraising goal of $125,000 by raising a record-breaking total of $142,695. This year’s campaign was led by chairs Jen and Shad Terrill and Shelby and Kassondra Terrill. The Red Kettle Christmas Campaign is The Salvation Army’s largest annual…
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. Square 1838, LLC of Quincy sold a hotel/motel with two lots at 107 Washington in Pittsfield…
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CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health announced Wednesday it has awarded $4.5 million to 12 groups across the state, funded through Gov. JB Pritzker’s 2024 Birth Equity Initiative. The grants, ranging from $100,000 to $700,000, were awarded through a competitive process and are designed to support innovative, community-based efforts that have the potential to…
Read Full Article Aaron Jenkins, 28, Quincy for DWLS and Fail to Reduce Speed.Tonya Whitenhurst, 46, Quincy for Suspended Reg and Uninsured Vehicle.Philip Mast 74, Quincy for Leaving the Scene of Accident.Jean L. Modesto Betemit, 18, Quincy for Shoplifting at Walmart (5211 Broadway). NTA 180Chrell E. Monroe, 36, Quincy for Fighting, Interfering, Peace Disturbance and Indecent Conduct at…
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PAYSON, Ill. — A gun was found in a restroom at Payson-Seymour High School Tuesday night during a basketball game. An Adams County Sheriff’s deputy was at the game working an extra duty assignment and was told that an unattended gun was in a restroom at the school. The deputy recovered the firearm in question…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Two Hannibal women are in the Marion Co. Jail after an investigation into shots being fired near Munger Lane and Jericho Road. On Tuesday, the 10th Judicial District Court of Marion County issued warrants for Jasmine R Hayes, 33 of Hannibal, and India A Williams, 22 of Hannibal, charging them with unlawful…
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QUINCY — The Veterans’ Home at Quincy officially welcomed its first residents into the newly constructed independent living domiciliary on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s transformation. The move-in is the latest step in a comprehensive $300 million investment that includes 80 independent living rooms and a 210-bed skilled care center opening later…
Read Full Article Keegan Nebe, 25, 725 S. 15th for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Stephanie Brown, 25, 1614 N. 2nd for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Ophia Poole, 32, 4408 Michael St. for failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash at 6th and Jefferson. 169Desirae Arch,…
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MACOMB, Ill. – A Bushnell teen will spend 30 years in prison for killing his father in 2023. In a sentencing Tuesday afternoon in McDonough County Circuit Court, Davin Purden, 19, received a 30-year sentence from Judge Nigel Graham. Davin Purden was one of two teenagers charged in the June 2023 shooting death of Davin’s…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man was arrested Sunday after multiple cases of items left in unlocked cars. Caleb S. Nelson, 20, Hannibal, was charged three counts of Stealing and Fraudulent use of a credit device. The charges are the result of an investigation that began Jan. 24 where multiple Hannibal citizens reported items had…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College and Clarke University recently announced a partnership offering students a direct pathway into a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) program. This collaboration establishes a “3+1” program allowing students to earn their bachelor’s degree from Culver-Stockton College after three years of undergraduate coursework and the first year of the DPT program…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is sponsoring several programs to celebrate February as Black History Month, including two lectures about civil rights advocates, an informal discussion following the American Heroes Bicentennial Speaker Series presentation and presentations for area youths which focus on the Underground Railroad. The first presentation, “The Life…
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QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department will begin 2025 with the drama, “The Rich Full Life” by Viña Delmar. Set in the 1940s, the Fenwick family has a challenging family situation. Their 16-year-old daughter Cynthia suffers from a weak immune system. The continuous battle of preventing small colds and viruses so more challenging illnesses…
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