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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University recently announced the recipients of its Outstanding Service Award, honoring Bill and Wendy Craigmiles, along with Marilyn Craigmiles Thomas, for their dedication to the university and their commitment to serving their communities. The Outstanding Service Award, presented during HLGU’s annual homecoming celebration, is given to people who have made significant…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Charcuterie for Charity event on Dec. 3 at the Rialto raised $19,256 for local nonprofit organizations. The event launched Giving Week, which ran through Dec. 6. The event featured charcuterie table displays sponsored by local businesses with representatives from local agencies ready to inform guests about their organizations. Charcuterie displays were…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The City of Macomb Tour of Lights is ready for holiday viewing by visitors and community members. People who tour the lights can vote for their favorite display by going to https://bit.ly/TourofLightsVoting24. Only one submission will be accepted per voter. Voting will continue until Saturday, Dec. 28. The winning addresses will be…
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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. 12/05/2024:Bobbi A. Sipes, Rushville was traveling on IL 99 and was attempting to turn into the DOT Foods parking lot and was struck by a vehicle operated by Stewart A.…
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QUINCY — Once a month, the Quincy City Council gets an update on revenue collected by the city’s sales tax and home rule sales tax. The addition of Target to Quincy’s retail landscape in August 2023 was expected to give a boost to those numbers, but in comparing receipts from 2023 to 2024, the jury…
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QUINCY — The committee members who volunteered to review the six proposals for essential air service (EAS) for Quincy Regional Airport are looking at the number of available fights, flight costs and destinations, the number of seats and single-engine versus jet service. But the top priority when choosing a new airline is reliability. About two…
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QUINCY — Six air carriers have filed proposals with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide essential air service (EAS) at Quincy Regional Airport, with all offering service to O’Hare International Airport in Chicago. The proposals were made public earlier this month. They were submitted by: Following is a review of each proposal, including a…
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Teresa J. Wilhite, 37, Quincy for driving on suspended license and no insurance. 132Terri L. Patterson, 56, Quincy, for FTA stealing, then NTA by jail staff. Lodged 124Sherry A. White, 65, Quincy for FTA aggravated animal cruelty. Lodged 181Benjamin C. Pratt, 51, Quincy for FTA leaving the scene and no insurance. Lodged 181Matthew P. Hendrian,…
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MACOMB/MOLINE, Ill. — Western Illinois University announced on Dec. 3 a record-breaking Giving Tuesday campaign for the second straight year. WIU saw $95,840 raised through gifts from 351 donors during the 24-hour stretch, contributing to WIU programs and special projects. WIU raised a then-record $61,243 during Giving Tuesday last year. Tim Hallinan, director of annual…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce recently announced that nominations are open for the Agribusiness of the Year award and the Larry Fischer Ag Educator of the Year award. The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6. Winners will be honored at the annual ag banquet on Tuesday, March 11.…
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QUINCY — An investigation by Quincy Police has led to the arrest of a man in Florida who is suspected of fraud in connection with a phony insurance scam. Detectives with the Quincy Police Department began an investigation in June 2024 in referenceto a subject that had defrauded at least 10 different individuals in Quincy…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park Band, in its 76th season under the direction of John Hume, will present its annual Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, in the Worship Theatre at the Quincy Salvation Army Kroc Center. The concert will feature: The Park Band Christmas Concert is free to attend. Band members encourage…
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SAVERTON, Mo. — Genesis Bible Church, 12613 Saverton Drive in Saverton, offers a chance to reflect on the night when Jesus was born at its fourth annual live nativity from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22. The event is free. Before viewing the nativity, each attendee can stop at the hot cocoa stand…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Supreme Court ruled on Dec. 3 that the law license of Hannibal attorney Tyler White, who has been charged with five felonies involving a traffic crash on Sept. 13 in Shelby County, has been suspended pending the resolution of any outstanding criminal charges and any disciplinary charges. An order…
Read Full Article Linda Martin, 65, 2059 Sycamore St. Quincy for disobeying a stop light at 8th and Vermont. 169Alexis Reuter, 23, 413 Clark, Canton, Mo., for failure to yield – left turn at 24th and Broadway. 182Adrik Garza, 22, San Benito, Tex., for improper traffic lane usage at 12th and Broadway. 148Samuel Winningham, 37, 2100 S. 8th…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy Notre Dame students recently were named as Illinois All-State musicians as a result of individual auditions held in October throughout the state. The students will perform in Peoria during the Illinois Music Educators Association annual conference on Jan. 30 and Feb. 1. Cayson Peters, a senior, is a son of Tyler…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Three leaders at Memorial Hospital — Raigan Brown, Ada Bair and Dr. Yoon Hang Kim — were featured speakers at the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) annual conference held Nov. 14 at the I-Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign. The breakout session, “Building an Integrative Medicine Program at a Rural Critical…
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CANTON Mo. — The Center of Engaged Learning Abroad (CELA) in Belize recently announced Culver-Stockton College as its new U.S. School of Record. This collaboration will enable students to learn animal science, veterinary medicine and human health courses through study abroad and internship opportunities available with CELA. This partnership fits CELA Belize’s commitment to offering…
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BOWEN, Ill. — Blue Christmas, a gentle, contemplative, hands-on worship experience for people who are struggling during the season of celebration is being offered by Pastor Sheri Renner and Living Faith United Methodist Church, 106 E. First, from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, Dec. 18-20. Attendees move at their own pace from station…
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Hannibal, Mo. – An accidental electrical issue appears to be the cause of a Sunday morning fire on Church Street. Just before 6:15 a.m., the Hannibal Fire Department responded to a report of visible smoke inside the shop area in a building at 311 Church. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered that the fire was in…
Read Full Article Chad A. Gainey, 40, 1668 Kentucky for FTA Criminal Trespass. Lodged 146Meagan R. Ward, 28, Maywood, Mo., for Driving Under the Influence and Improper Lane Usage. 124Heather A. Brackley, 54, New Canton for Stealing. 176Brian K. Smart, 33, Homeless for Criminal Damage to Property. 132Bellamie L. Frasier, 41), Salem for Pike Co. FTA Improper Lane…
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QUINCY — As the year winds down, BBB is writing its naughty list of the top 12 holiday scams. People handle a lot of money during the holidays, whether they’re buying gifts, travelling or donating to charities. That means extra opportunities for scammers to cut into your holiday cheer. The good news is that a…
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