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QUINCY — Quincy Superintendent Todd Pettit said in a prepared statement on Friday that investigations by Quincy Public Schools (QPS) and the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) found no “credible evidence” to show that the conduct of two Denman Elementary School physical education teachers — deemed “wildly inappropriate” by DCFS — ever continued…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group (QMG) will join a nationwide project and host a community game event at 5:30 p.m. on Wedneday, July 9, at First Baptist Church, 739 N. Eighth, to engage communities in important conversations about medical decision making. The event, featuring the conversation game Hello, will provide information about how to prepare…
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QUINCY — A summer kids’ event, True North, will be hosted at Christ Lutheran Church from July 7 to July 11 for children from preschool to 5th grade and will run from 6 to 8:30 p.m. each day. At True North, kids will discover what it means to trust Jesus in a wild world. Activities…
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The Chicago Bears consistently capture the imagination of their fanbase, often more so with hopeful speculation than on-field dominance. As the 2025 NFL season progresses, the chatter around their playoff prospects intensifies, and a key indicator of these hopes lies within the fluctuating world of betting lines. These lines, set by oddsmakers, represent a sophisticated…
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LIBERTY, lll. — The merger between Liberty Bank and North Adams State Bank became official on Thursday. Regulatory approval was granted by both the FDIC and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation earlier this spring and the bank remains 100% locally owned, benefitting the six local communities being served. “Our two local banks…
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MARION, Ill. — Nicole Taylor of Mount Sterling won the Omega preliminary for evening gown at the Miss Illinois scholarship pageant Thursday night. Contestants are split into two groups, Alpha and Omega. They award top score evening gown in each group and Taylor, who is in the competition as Miss Prairie State, took home top…
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QUINCY – The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce (QACC), the Great River Economic Development Foundation (GREDF), and The District have announced that all three organizations are officially moving into their new shared home at 501 Hampshire, starting next week. “This is an exciting milestone for our organizations and the entire community,” said Bruce Guthrie, President/CEO…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department’s July Fourth traffic enforcement, with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers, will run through July 7 to encompass three summer weekends. “We’re asking all of our residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day safely,” Sgt. Ryan Witt said in a press release. “It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission, along with Refreshment Services Pepsi, recently announced the release of a commemorative Bicentennial Pepsi can now available at participating local retailers. This custom Pepsi can celebrates the 200th anniversary of Adams County and represents a collaboration between Refreshment Services Pepsi’s creative team and Wis-Pak (Pepsi’s can manufacturer). “This…
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Damion C. Borne, 26, of Quincy for Trespassing at 527 Broadway. NTA 121Jessica D. Davis, 39, of Quincy for Failure to Yield Right Turn at 4th and Broadway. NTA 184Isabel A. Hebert, 68, of Colchester for Disobey Stop Light at 36th and Broadway. NTA 128Carson S. Gay, 27, of Quincy for Operating Vehicle with Registration…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to 1521 Park Avenue Thursday morning for a report of a trailer on fire with the occupant outside. Engine Companies #6, #4, #2 and the Incident Commander responded and upon arrival, the Engine 6 crew reported there was fire and smoke showing coming from the mobile home.…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Jared Tipton from 8te Open about his experience as a veteran. The Veterans Assistance Commission of Adams County and 8te Open bring you “Thank you for your service”.
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MENDON, Ill. — The annual Independence Day Weekend Tractor Pull is back at the Adams County Fairgrounds on Sunday, June 29. This tractor pull features pullers from the Illinois Farm Pullers Association. Gates open at 1:30 p.m., with pulling action beginning at 3 p.m. The Independence Day pulls have been held at the fairgrounds for…
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QUINCY — Two parents of children within the Quincy Public School District (QPS) spoke to the Board of Education at its monthly meeting Wednesday night about their concerns regarding the actions of two P.E. teachers at Denman Elementary that were described by the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) as “wildly inappropriate, but not…
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HULL, Ill. — Gardner Camp has announced the hiring of Keaton Bartz as its new director. A native of Hannibal, Mo., Bartz previously worked as a math teacher and soccer coach for Hannibal Public Schools. He earned a B.S. in secondary education from the University of Missouri and a masters degree in Education from Culver-Stockton…
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QUINCY — They did more Tuesday than merely honor the on-track accomplishments of this year’s winners of the 21st Quincy Derby. They honored the spirit. The champions and their families were the guests at the annual derby banquet, hosted by event organizers from the Optimist Club of Quincy inside the Madison Park Christian Church Annex. …
Read Full Article Adrianne E. Tuttle, 35, Quincy for FTA Pike County No Insurance at 100 Broadway St. Lodged 120Morgan Harry, 24, of Golden for Improper Passing at 24th and Kochs Lane. 145Nolan Sickmeier, 24, of Quincy for Speeding and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 14th and Broadway. 181Carlee Bradford, 24, of Hannibal, Mo., for Failure to Yield and…
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QUINCY — First Bankers Trust, a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Bankers Trustshares, Inc., has announced the promotion of James Whitaker to north regional president. In his new role, Whitaker will oversee and lead strategic initiatives, growth and customer relationships throughout First Bankers Trust’s northern market areas. Leveraging his extensive background in commercial, agricultural and real…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy High School girls’ soccer teams posted impressive numbers at their Pink Night game on May 9. A check for $1,275 from QND-QHS Pink Night recently was presented to the Blessing Foundation Breast Services Fund. The fund benefits people seeking care at Blessing who are in medical necessity…
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Gambling is broadly welcomed in Illinois Illinois is home to online sports betting and racetrack betting, as well as a lucrative land-based casino market. However, for the time being, online casino betting for real money is off the cards. The state is making moves to build on the $1.76 billion it garnered in gambling-based tax…
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QUINCY — At Tuesday’s meeting, the Quincy Plan Commission recommended a denial of the request for a special permit for planned development put forth by Todd Hastings with the Hope House of Quincy to allow for the operation of a maternity house at 2122 Jefferson for pregnant women who are potentially facing homelessness. The recommendation…
Read Full Article Melissa A. Hoffman, 44, of Quincy for Theft Over at 1201 Broadway St. 140Donyell C. Norris, 44, of Quincy for Aggravated Battery at 537 Broadway St. Lodged 181Niya N. Harper, 33, of Quincy for FTA OV Unsafe Structure at 631 Lind St. LodgedKylee N. Knuffman, 22, of Clayton for driving while license suspended at 12th…
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QUINCY — Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) announced Tuesday she is running for re-election to the Illinois Senate in the 50th District. Tracy, who serves as the Senate Republican Whip, said in a press release she is seeking another term to continue fighting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s tax-and-spend fiscal policies and to stand up for Illinois families against…
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