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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s (JWCC) Rotaract Club at the Southeast Education Center (SEC) in Pittsfield is conducting a bedding drive to provide essential bedding for children in need. In partnership with the Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization, which constructs beds for children in the area, the JWCC Rotaract Club is asking for donations…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Peters Heating and Air Conditioning’s Pink Van Campaign has the goal of fighting cancer. Customers are encouraged to request the pink van for any service call. When they do, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the fight against breast cancer. Peters recently presented a check for $2,500 to the Blessing…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, M. — The Hannibal Arts Council is partnering with Two Fathoms Tattoo and Gallery to be the hosts of a one-night-only event to spotlight the art of the tattoo culture. Tattoos After Dark will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Hannibal Arts Council (HAC), 105 S. Main. The event…
Read Full Article 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 $1500.00.10/12/2024:Thomas A. Warren, Chicago: Struck a deer on IL 99/CR 1300E.10/14/2024:Christina L. Brierton, Versailles: Struck a deer on Il 107@ McGee Creek.A juvenile from Verailles was traveling on IL 99/CR975E and left…
Read Full Article QUINCY- While there won’t be artificial turf just yet on the fields of the Quincy High School baseball and softball complex, there will be new dirt. About 75 tons of it. The high school baseball and softball infields received the new dirt this week as part of a life safety funding amendment. QHS Athletic Director…
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. Paradise Lane MHP & Storage, LLC of Kansas City, Mo., sold storage units at Spring Lake…
Read Full Article Caylene C. Sorenson, 24, of 1124 N. 9th for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 8th and Vermont. NTA 126Brody Bell, 39, Quincy for Burglary.Cody Felker, 34, Quincy for DWLR, No Valid Reg, and Uninsured Vehicle.Cody R. Harrison, 35, 320 Spring for Obstructing Identification. Lodged 186Jeffrey White, 40, homeless for Warrant FTA-Trespassing.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Down Home Pub and Eatery is moving to the Quincy Town Center with an anticipated opening of nearly November, according to a press release from Cullinan Properties. The restaurant will move into the location formerly occupied by Pappo’s Pizzeria and Pub. Down Home Pub and Eatery owner Stephanie Kaufman says the move from its current location…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri CASA Conference was held Oct. 5 at the Missouri S&T Innovation Lab in Rolla. More than 140 CASA staff, volunteers, board members and guests came together for a day of learning, collaboration and inspiration. In a press release, Brock Whisler, program services coordinator at the Missouri CASA Association, said, “We…
Read Full Article NEW PHILADELPHIA, Ill. — The New Philadelphia Association has a new president. Gerald McWorter will replace Phil Bradshaw, who is retiring after serving as the founding president for 28 years. McWorter is the great-great-grandson of Frank and Lucy McWorter, the founders of New Philadelphia in 1836. McWorter is an emeritus professor at the University of Illinois and…
Read Full Article 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# Black Samsung Phone 9-10-24 22324 Misc Keys including 2 Contico Keys 9-10-24 22324…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU) has announced a special homecoming art gallery opening titled “Ruth (Ihrig) Foreman – A Retrospective: A Countrywoman with the Heart of an Artist.” The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Hagerman Gallery in the Roland Fine Arts Center. This exhibition…
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. Tina D. Brown and Kevin Brown of Baylis sold a residence at 1200 Davis in Barry…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The trial for a Quincy man facing a charge of first-degree murder remains on the December jury docket. Victor A. Weems III, 20, appeared Tuesday morning for a status hearing in Adams County Circuit Court before Circuit Judge Tad Brenner. He was represented by Matt Wayman with the Hammer Law Firm in St. Louis.…
Read Full Article Hernan I. Marquez, 22, 3100 State for Failure to Obey Stop Sign and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 30th and Wisman. NTA 178Keegan D. Peters, 28, 2002 W. Hilltop Dr. for Improper Lane Usage at 4th and Vermont. NTA 126Emma Lee Fey, 32, Monroe City, Mo., for disregarding a stop sign. PTC 106Charles Allison III,…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary recently raised more than $20,000 at its 10th annual Glitz Gala jewelry auction at the Hannibal Arts Council. All proceeds benefiting the auxiliary’s pledge to the Building Better Tomorrows campaign, which is focused on helping Hannibal Regional increase surgical capacity, expand critical care areas and invest in the future…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Justin Flath and Angel Lamb of Quincy at 8:41 a.m. Oct. 7, 2024.A boy was born to Geoffrey and Hannah Bimson of Lewistown, Mo., at 8:38 a.m. Oct. 8, 2024.A girl was born to Dakota Henson and Ashley Johnston of Pittsfield at 10:17 a.m. Oct. 8, 2024.A girl…
Read Full Article QUINCY — John Wood Community College invites the community to its Fall Fest from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, at its Quincy campus, 1301 S. 48th. This family-friendly event offers a variety of fun fall activities for all ages.
Read Full Article QUINCY — Two Quincy artists received awards at the Shaw Art Fair in St. Louis on Oct. 5-6. Ceramicist Steve Ryan was presented with a fourth-place award in fine craft for his Obvara glazed pottery. Ann Miller Titus received the Best of Show award for her fiber artworks. The Shaw Art Fair, established in 1993, is organized…
Read Full Article 10/13/2024 @ 02:27:47, Highway Hh , Ralls County Nature of Complaint Disturbance.Public Narrative Deputy responded to a disturbance on Hwy HH.10/13/2024 @ 04:23:39, Highway 19 Shelburn Ln, Ralls County Nature of Complaint Motorist Assist.Public Narrative Deputy assisted a motorist on Hwy 19.10/13/2024 @ 09:29:38, Highway B Blk, Ralls County Nature of Complaint Information.Public Narrative Deputy…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Mike Rein’s dalliance with the idea of running for mayor lasted about a week. Rein, an alderman in Quincy’s 5th Ward, recently pulled petitions to run for re-election as alderman, but he also pulled petitions to run for mayor. He had to choose between which office he wanted to run for by Oct. 28.…
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