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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. Patricia F. Laughlin of Quincy sold a residence at 1131 N. Ninth in Quincy to Jamila…
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A Sangamon County judge on Wednesday blocked the Illinois State Board of Elections from enforcing a new law that would have prevented certain General Assembly candidates who didn’t run in the March primary from getting on the November ballot. The move doesn’t void the bill in its entirety, but rather blocks it only for this…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department reminds the public that the 20 mph school speed zone will remain in effect for four schools in Quincy this summer from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. when children are present. Summers school is in session from through June 28 at Quincy High School, Quincy Junior High School, the…
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Michael A. Childress, 60, Quincy for Possession of Stolen Vehicle. 145Kyle M. Kuhlmeier, 41, Quincy for Possession of Stolen Vehicle. 145Arthur D. Clay, 39, Quincy for Agg Vehicular Hijacking, Possession of Stolen Motor Vehicle and Domestic Battery. Lodged 147, 174, 112, 135, 255Joshua J. Sipes, 43, Quincy for Theft, Unlawful Use of Credit Card. Lodged…
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QUINCY — The trepidation was noticeable in Judge Charles H.W. Burch’s voice as he listened Wednesday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court to the details in a negotiated plea for Mark Lawrence. Lawrence, 65, who with his wife Chris founded the 2X4’s for Hope charity, agreed to an Alford plea on one count of theft…
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QUINCY — The District, The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce and The Great River Economic Development Foundation have announced a joint venture to purchase a shared location at 501 Hampshire Street in Quincy. The three organizations entered into a Purchase Sale Agreement with WGEM-Gray Media and expect to close by the end of this year.…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court May 1-31, 2024. Kearrah Lee-Ann Porter, 22, of Hanna City and Joshua Eugene James Kramer, 24, of Hanna City filed May 3, 2024.Jose De Jesus Casillas Perez, 22, of Quincy and Diana Rosa Estela Rodriguez Gonzalez, 24, of Quincy filed May 6, 2024.Miguel…
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. Donald R. Stewart of Mount Sterling sold a residence at 103 E. Franklin in Mount Sterling…
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MEEKER ESTATE Due to the death of Doris J. Meeker, various tracts of real estate belonging to Mrs. Meeker and other Meeker family members are to be sold. The properties are in Rocky Run Township (T.3N.-R.9W.), Hancock County, Illinois, and consist of approximately 1,192 acres. The real estate includes the following tracts:
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QUINCY — The Jackson-Lincoln Swimming Complex will open for the summer at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 8. The complex is hiring lifeguards in preparation for the grand opening and summer schedule. Aspiring lifeguards aged 15 and older are encouraged to apply, with the added benefit of certification reimbursement. Interested candidates can apply in person from…
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MEXICO, Mo. – Miss Missouri candidates from across the state, their pageant directors and families will travel to the heart of Missouri this week to kick off a week filled with rehearsals, talent performances, interviews and evening gowns at Missouri Military Academy. The group includes Miss Show-Me State Evan Jones and Miss Columbia Abby Plenge. Jones…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Zach and LeeAnn Leach of Quincy at 10:17 a.m. May 17, 2024.A girl was born to Dakota and Skyler Smith of Quincy at 10:38 a.m. May 24, 2024.A boy was born to Garrett and Rachel Asher of Lima at 8:20 a.m. May 28, 2024.A boy was born to…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — A summer benefit concert for The Legacy Theater is planned for Saturday, July 13, with headliner Chenille Sheeran of Nashville, Tenn., formerly of Carthage, scheduled to perform. As well as a singer, Sheeran is a motivational speaker and performance coach. The benefit performance will feature Sheeran singing Broadway tunes and pop songs,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Steve Meyer, president of the International Association of Firefighters Local 1211, expressed concern about a communication disconnect between fire department personnel and city officials at Tuesday’s Hannibal City Council meeting. “It takes an equal effort from both sides, but I feel like a lack of communication breeds misunderstanding,” Meyer said. Meyer suggested…
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PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — The West Central Illinois Task Force and Pike County Sheriff’s Department arrested Lonnie D. Todaro, 54, of Pleasant Hill at 1:56 p.m. on May 28 on a Pike County warrant for two counts of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance. The investigation began in January when law enforcement officials received information…
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QUINCY — Two people from Quincy recently were arrested in connection with a vehicular hijacking incident. A report of domestic violence was made at 1:26 p.m. on May 31 with the Quincy Police Department regarding an incident that occurred in the area of 11th and Vermont in Quincy. The investigation led to the identification of…
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BARRY, Ill. — A Barry man recently was sentenced to four years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on a charge of failure to register as a sex offender. John R. Campbell, 39, was arrested on May 17, 2023, by Chief Deputy Zack Orr with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department, who indicated he initiated a…
Read Full Article Grayden P. Ginster, 18, of 1242 Monroe for Failure to Yield – Yield Sign at 30th and Kingsridge. NTA 104Bryce S. Hummel, 25, of St. Louis, Mo., for Stop Sign Violation at 14th and Hampshire. NTA 128Stephanie D. Gaither, 35, Homeless for Criminal Trespass to Real Property. NTA 128Abigail L. Sibbing, 18, of 635 State…
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Annaleesa L. Montes, 23, last known address in the 9000 block of Rock Quarry Road in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated domestic battery. Montes is 5 foot, 7 inches tall and weighs 178 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 217-228-4474…
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SPRINGFIELD – In order to boost infrastructure spending and avoid a projected fiscal cliff facing the state in the next couple of years, Democrats who control state government are betting on two of its most rapidly growing revenue sources: sports wagering and video gambling. The industries – both legalized within the last 15 years –…
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MEMPHIS, Mo. — Scotland County Hospital in Memphis is teaming up with Blessing Health System in Quincy, Ill., to bring specialized care to residents of northeast Missouri. Blessing kidney specialist Dr. Justo Gonzalez began seeing patients at Scotland County Hospital monthly on April 29. “We see a number of patients from the Scotland County region…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Tri-State Housing Summit will showcase cutting-edge efforts aimed at helping more people become homeowners. The free event for residents, businesses and stakeholders from Missouri, Illinois and Iowa begins with registration at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, at the Rialto Banquet Center, 601 Broadway in Hannibal. The program will run from…
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