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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Ricky Rudd and Faith Kline of Canton, Mo., at 4:04 p.m. Jan. 31.A girl was born to Justin Hinch-Keller and Brianna McKim of Quincy at 4:41 p.m. Jan. 31. A girls was born to Connor and Cristina Eling of Quincy at 4:42 p.m. Jan. 31.A boy was born…
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QUINCY — Because of a record number of homeless shelter occupants, The Salvation Army is seeking help from the community through personal hygiene donations. The 14-bed shelter recently housed 29 people using the space to seek refuge from the regions freezing temperatures. In a press release, Major Shelley McClintock said, “Anytime we’ve called for help,…
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DURHAM, Ill. — An apparent ice fishing accident on Saturday led to the death of two people in rural Hancock County. The Hancock County 911 Center received a call at approximately 3:44 p.m. Saturday reporting two people in the water from an ice fishing accident at a rural farm pond near Durham. Emergency services arrived…
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GOLDEN, Ill. — The Foundation for Rural Service recently named Four Star Public Library District in Mendon as a recipient of its 2022 grant in support of a broad range of community projects across rural America – from providing new equipment to local students, expanding digital inclusion initiatives, creating telehealth spaces and supporting public safety.…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital is one of seven hospitals named to a five-star national hospital honor roll created by the National Rural Rating System. This new ratings program created by the National Rural Rating System is a new ratings program for rural and critical access hospitals. The program celebrates the extraordinary patient experiences provided…
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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. Lynn Johnson of Mount Sterling sold a residence at 11 Grandview Drive in Mount Sterling to…
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. Whitetail Properties of Mississippi, LLC of Lucedale, Miss., sold a hunting home and lot at 106…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Austin and Jill Haubrich of Maywood, Mo., at 9:23 p.m. Jan. 20.A girl was born to Treyvien Carter and Emilee Hamilton of Quincy at 2:50 a.m. Jan. 21.A boy was born to Anthony and Kember Logsdon of Mount Sterling at 4:23 p.m. Jan. 21.A boy was born to…
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It’s the dead of winter, but exciting times are ahead for fans of regional sports teams. Maybe you want to usher in a new St. Louis Cardinals season with a jersey. The St. Louis BattleHawks of the XFL are back. Don’t forget the region’s newest Major League Soccer team, STL City. BattleHawks or City gear…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will be the host its first annual Blazer Pep Band Day from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Student Activity Center at 48th and Harrison. This event is free to all high school junior and senior band students. Students are invited to get the college experience of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As cold weather threatens local residents, The Salvation Army of Quincy will offer the community the opportunity to seek warmth at The Kroc Center when cold weather advisories are issued for our area. Those who need to get out of the extreme cold are welcomed. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, is open as…
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The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency recently announced the City of Quincy has received a $4 million loan for wastewater treatment to reduce sewer overflows being discharged into the Mississippi River. Quincy will use the funding for the second phase of a three-phase project. The project will consist of improvements to increase excess flow treatment of…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Junior High School FFA students are sponsoring a meat shoot from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at North Side Boat Club, 200 S. Front. Cost to participate in the shoot is $5-$6 to shoot five or six clay birds. Beef bundles are awarded to the winners. No reservation is needed. Proceeds…
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QUINCY — It’s estimated as many as 1.5 million total knee replacements will be done in the United States this year. As demand has increased due to an aging population and growing obesity epidemic, so has the technology used. Blessing Health invites the public to see the latest in knee replacement technology during a public…
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The following items recently have been recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any recovered property, call QPD evidence department at 217-228-4489. Please refer to the ID number when calling.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Jake Harvey has joined the behavioral health team at Memorial Medical Clinic in Carthage as a certified alcohol and drug counselor. Harvey has been in the substance use recovery field since 2015. Harvey helped with the Hancock County Drug Court, where he became certified through the state and served as a substance…
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QUINCY — The Great River Economic Development Foundation, in partnership with Adams County, the City of Quincy and the Housing and Community Advisors, is looking for public participation to assess the housing and rental market in Adams County. GREDF received the Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery grant in September 2022 from the Illinois…
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. Connor D. Cramsey and Hannah J. Cramsey of Quincy sold a residence at 1611 Ohio in…
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QUINCY — The Gentleman, one of Quincy’s premier bands, will play at a Mardi Gras party tobenefit the Quincy Catholic Elementary School Foundation. The celebration will be from 7-11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at The Armory, 416 Jersey. Tickets are $20 per person and are available at ticketstripe.com/MardisGras23. A cash bar will be available. at…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Health and Wellness Foundation of Pike County recently gave a $7,000 grant to the Access Food Project as part of its FY23 Healthy Community Grant competitive grant program, which annually selects projects that most effectively demonstrate the ability to impact Pike County’s most pressing physical, emotional, and social health needs. The…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The truck driver training program at John Wood Community College will have an open house at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6, at the Workforce Development Center, 4220 Koch’s Lane. The open house is free and open to the public. Representatives will share how the program has revised its training in response to new…
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QUINCY — People with completed college credits can earn a four-year healthcare degree from Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences in Quincy in as little as two years. The college has expanded its direct transfer option for a bachelor of science degree to include radiologic sciences and respiratory care, as well as its nursing…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The Illinois Sheriffs’ Association will be awarding more than $58,000 in college scholarships throughout the state of Illinois to students wishing to pursue higher education during the 2023-24 academic year. The scholarships are to be applied to tuition, books and fees only. The student must be enrolled full-time at a certified institution…
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QUINCY — Two no-cost health screenings will be available at Horizons, 224 S. Eighth, in partnership with Blessing Health. The first event will be a no-cost A1C screening from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 30. No appointment is required. Those attending the screening should enter the Horizons building through the door near Eighth Street. The…
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QUINCY — The 317 Immunization Program has played a critical role in achieving national immunization coverage targets and reductions in disease for more than 50 years. The Adams and Pike County health departments are now offering TDAP and shingles vaccines under the 317 Immunization Program. This program is available for adults, ages 19 and older,…
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. Scott Runquist of Plymouth, Ill., sold a residence at 1016 Kentucky in Quincy to Correy Estelle…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group is helping parents and caregivers navigate some of the more challenging moments of raising kids with a free informational series called “Real Talk,” led by behavioral health therapist Christina Helm. Parents and caregivers of kids in kindergarten through young adulthood are invited to join the conversation virtually or in person.…
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QUINCY— Mike Dade said he just wants his daughter to have the same high school basketball experience that his son had. Dade spoke at Wednesday night’s Quincy School Board meeting and said the district “doesn’t support the (Quincy High School) girls basketball program as it should.” “A reasonable effort to address this problem would begin…
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For the second year in a row, the Quincy School Board recognized former educators with the district’s Legend Award. The late teacher, coach and principal Paul Koscielski and former teacher and principal Melanie Schrand are this year’s recipients. Koscielski’s career spanned more than 30 years and all levels of the Quincy Public School system, working…
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BEARDSTOWN, Ill. — Beardstown residents have worked for almost two years to start a food pantry. A ribbon cutting and open house was held on Friday, Jan. 13. The Beardstown Food Pantry, 121 E. Second, is open from 1-3 p.m. on Sundays. The food pantry entrance is off Main Street at the rear of the…
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QUINCY — The Great River Honor Flight recently released the dates for missions in 2023, as well as the expansion of eligibility for veterans who can apply for a future Honor Flight. Great River Honor Flight has 62 completed one-day trips to Washington, D.C., and more than 2,000 local veterans have participated during the past…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The John Wood Community College Heath Center Art Gallery is hosting oil painter Nevin McNally in a solo exhibition titled “Mostly Faces.” The art show is free and open to the public through Friday, Feb. 24. A reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25 in the gallery. McNally is a…
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QUINCY — State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) is asking 50th District residents to help uplift the spirits of long-term care facility residents by making them Valentine’s Day cards. In a press release, Tracy said, “The Valentines for Seniors Card Drive has brought much joy and many smiles to the residents of local long-term care facilities.…
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QUINCY — The West Central Region Sophomore Career Fair will be held on the main campus of John Wood Community College on Friday, Jan. 27. Nearly 900 students from high schools in Adams, Pike, Hancock and Brown counties will attend the fair. Professionals from the region will be giving presentations in 15 different career cluster…
Read Full Article KEOKUK, Iowa — Quincy Medical Group is adding ear, nose and throat care at its Keokuk Clinic, 1603 Morgan. Nurse practitioner Ryan Owens will see patients in Keokuk in addition to his practice in Quincy. In a press release, Owens said, “Many times, the patient’s primary doctor can treat an acute ear, nose or throat…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Children’s Museum is opening a temporary exhibit space in Suite 101 of the Experience Quincy building, 625 Maine, until its permanent home at 230 N. Third is completed. In a press release, Jarid Jones, founder and co-owner of Experience Quincy, said, “After much consideration and planning with the not-for-profit organization, we…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A son was born to Travis and Brooke Ruppel of Quincy at 11:45 a.m. Jan. 16.A daughter was born to Kyle Browne of Bridgetown, Barbados, and Jamila Wigfall of Quincy at 2:02 p.m. Jan. 17.A son was born to Dakota Shedd and Alexis Dominguez of Hamilton at 3:06 p.m. Jan. 17.A son was…
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QUINCY — Harrison Street between South 24th and Curtis Creek Road will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23. The closure is necessary so city crews can obtain soil borings for the design of a new bridge over Curtis Creek. The road closure on Jan. 11 could not be completed by…
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. Gerald Roberts and Sharon Roberts of Quincy sold a residence at 724 Augusta Road in Carthage…
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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame announced a goal of $470,000 for the annual QND Fund Drive, which kicked off Jan. 20 and runs through the calendar year. Since its inception in 1977, the fund drive has raised more than $17.5 million and plays a vital role in QND remaining a pillar of Catholic secondary education…
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. Jamae Marie Jones, et al, of Kinderhook sold a residence at 11 Bear Court in Pittsfield…
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QUINCY — Astronomers using the wide-field survey camera at the Zwicky Transient Facility discovered a comet in March 2022 that would have its closest approach to earth in February 2023. The Quincy Astronomy Club will present a class at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, at John Wood Community College in Room A021 for the public…
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BAYLIS, Ill. — Western Illinois University (WIU) and John Wood Community College (JWCC) officials finalized their agricultural articulation agreement Friday at the new JWCC Agricultural Education Center. This agreement, also known as a 2+2 Agreement, is for those students who transfer from JWCC with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Agricultural Business and…
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QUINCY — United Alloy, a contract metal fabricator based out of Wisconsin, will move into a 24,000 sq. ft. in the Ellington Road industrial park area with plans to open by April 1. According to a news release, the Quincy location will help United Alloy continue to expand its capacity and meet the needs of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester recognizes 383 students at John Wood Community College. To be named to the dean’s list, a full-time student must be enrolled for nine or more credit hours and must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. A part-time student must have accumulated at…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Beef Producers and Beef Auxiliary will hold their 47th annual meeting and banquet beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, at St. Brigid’s Hall in Liberty. The public is invited to attend. Reservations should be made by Friday, Jan. 20, by contacting Grant Huber at 217-257-7170, Adam Mowen at 217-430-4352…
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. Circuit Court of the Eighth Judicial Circuit of Illinois sold a residence at 1706 Maple in…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy Christmas Campaign chairs Josh and Tieraney Craig announced the completion of a record-breaking 2022 Christmas campaign with a total of $507,343 raised. The Quincy campaign goal was $435,000. The Tree of Lights Christmas Campaign is The Salvation Army’s major fundraising effort each year. Money raised during the campaign…
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QUINCY — The District held its annual meeting Wednesday night at the Dick Brothers Brewerycomplex with more than 100 people in attendance to reflect on 2022 and learn about plans for 2023. “We are fortunate to have the City of Quincy’s continued support as we strive to fulfill the goals of TheDistrict,” said District Executive…
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QUINCY — Finding housing in Quincy is expected to become more efficient now that the first housing advocate training session took place Wednesday at the Quincy Public Library. Led by Janet Conover and three other members of the Safe and Livable Housing Committee, 18 people representing local churches, clinics and social service agencies met to learn…
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QUINCY — The Knowledge Center at Chaddock will host a free training to help churches and ministryprogram staff better care for children in our region who have been through trauma. Trauma Informed Ministry will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 9, in a state-of-the-art training facility on Chaddock’s main campus in Quincy. Some…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, will be the site for a multi-agency resource center event from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25. This one-stop event will consist of agencies throughout Adams County gathered in one location to raise awareness in the community about services each agency offers. The event…
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MACOMB/MOLINE, Ill. — A total of 620 students earned academic degrees or post-baccalaureate certificates after the fll 2022 semester at Western Illinois University. Bachelor’s degrees were awarded to 342 graduates, including 38 bachelor of general studies degrees. Academic distinction was awarded to baccalaureate graduates who achieved high grade point averages — Summa Cum Laude, 3.90…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Following years of dedicated service and support of Western Illinois University, Wayne Whipps, a 1977 graduate, answered the call in December and contributed two major gifts to For the W campaign for Western Illinois University. A long-time donor to WIU, Whipps worked with WIU assistant athletic director for development Mark Scherer to…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A daughter was born to Destiney Shoop of Quincy at 8:25 a.m. Jan. 9, 2023.A son was born to Byron Siekman and Blake Hunter of Quincy at 7:42 p.m. Jan. 10, 2023.A son was born to Raphael Blanco and Morgan Pettyjohn of Quincy at 8:08 p.m. Jan. 10, 2023.A daughter was born to…
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QUINCY — A public information meeting to discuss the guidelines and requirements of Quincy’s downtown rental rehabilitation program will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26, in City Council chambers. Funds from the city’s Tax Increment Finance program are set aside as a financial incentive to the owner(s) of existing buildings in the downtown…
Read Full Article You may be looking at home projects for the coming year. Maybe you want to add a patio or deck, make over your kitchen or renovate a spare bedroom as a home office. Some people are comfortable tackling the jobs themselves, but many homeowners hire contractors to do most or all of the work. Finding…
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QUINCY — Father Roy Bauer will be posthumously honored as the recipient of this year’s Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools Foundation’s Friends of Catholic Education Award. Established in 2009, the award recognizes an individual, couple or organization whose contributions have significantly fostered and strengthened Catholic education in the Quincy community. Father Bauer will be honored and…
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MACOMB, Ill. — To commemorate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., Western Illinois University will host a week of service Jan. 16-20. Events scheduled as part of this year’s initiative include: Monday, Jan. 16 — Macomb’s annual community MLK march will begin in downtown Macomb and end at the Mount Calvary Church of God…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Sheriff Travis Duffy recently released the following statistics from the Hancock County holiday season traffic enforcement detail: This traffic enforcement detail was conducted from mid-November through December. The categories focused on in this detail are leading causes of traffic crashes and crash-related injuries, as well as issues involving unauthorized persons…
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QUINCY — Job seekers attending Blessing Health’s next community job skills workshop and hiring event can to build their personal financial knowledge at no cost, as well as interview for a position at Blessing Health. The hiring event takes place from 9-11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639…
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QUINCY — The Knapheide Manufacturing Company is celebrate its 175th anniversary this year, marking nearly two centuries as a family-owned and operated business in Quincy. Herman Heinrich Knapheide, a German immigrant, moved to Quincy in 1848 and opened a wagon-making shop, the Knapheide Wagon Company. The business was incorporated in 1893 as the Henry Knapheide…
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. The Bernice Joan Post and Melvin D. Post Trust of Golden sold a 29.03-acre farm in…
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QUINCY — “We Have Your Six,” a comedy and concert fundraising event, will be held Friday, Jan. 13 at Down Home Pub and Eatery, 509 S. Ninth. Doors for this fundraiser for veteran suicide prevention will open at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. and continuing until 11 p.m. Entertainment for the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Following is a schedule of office closings and schedule changes in observance of Martin Luther King Day on Jan. 16:
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Christopher Otte of Quincy and Rebecca Otte of Guangdong, China, at 2:19 a.m. Jan. 7.A boy was born to Caleb and Maria Fleer of Lewistown, Mo., at 8:09 p.m. Jan. 8.A girl was born to Cory and Madeline Patterson of Quincy at 8:20 a.m. Jan. 8.A girl was…
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QUINCY — Alan Hickman will get a head start on his four-year term as a Quincy Park Board commissioner by filling the remainder of the late Jeff Steinkamp’s term. Hickman’s name was drawn from a hat late Wednesday afternoon by Park Board president John Frankenhoff. Hickman’s name was one of three in the hat, representing…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The following items recently were recovered by the Quincy Police Department. To inquire about any recovered property, call the QPD Evidence Department at 217-228-4489. 1st Notice Recovered Property Pink Girls Bike 12-17-22 Boys Black and White BMX Bike 12-17-22 Kroc Membership Card and Wallet 12-10-22 2nd Notice Recovered Property 6 ft. Delta Truck…
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CHICAGO — Amtrak will resume its full service to the Illinois Zephyr and Carl Sandburg lines on Monday, Jan. 16. Per a recent e-mail from Amtrak Senior Manager, Derrick James, our community will be regaining the service that was temporarily reduced. See below some of the information we received from this e-mail. “Amtrak is pleased…
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QUINCY — Harrison Street between South 24th and Curtis Creek Road will be closed from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday. The closure is necessary so city crews can obtain soil borings for the design of a new bridge over Curtis Creek. Motorists should use Monroe/South 28th or State St. to travel between South 24th and South…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will host a presentation on John Benya titled “Benya: Master of Midcentury” by architect Tony Crane at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22, at the History Museum on the square, 332 Maine. Original architectural drawings, photographs and exhibits will be part of Crane’s presentation. Benya, a…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Police Department recently partnered with the Illinois Department of Transportation and law enforcement across the state for the holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign. From Dec. 16 through Jan. 2, the Quincy Police Department showed zero tolerance for impaired driving, arresting no offenders. In a press release, Gabriel Vanderbol…
Read Full Article If this is your year to take control of your weight and fitness, more power to you. Most likely, you’ll need a commitment to exercise regularly. Better Business Bureau has tips to help you determine which gym or health club is the best place to keep you on track. Make sure you’re healthy enough for an…
Read Full Article A boy was born to Jonathan Chaco and Kelli Patterson of Quincy at 3:19 p.m. Jan. 5.A boy was born to Bradley and Kaitland Smart of Griggsville at 3:40 p.m. Jan. 5.A girl was born to Blake and Audrey Barry of Quincy at 6:37 p.m. Jan. 5.A girl was born to Grant O’ Bryan and…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Daniel Roth and Stephanie Holder of Quincy at 10:32 p.m. Dec. 29.A girl was born to Patrick and Jake Kieffer of Quincy at 3:32 a.m. Jan. 1.A boy was born to Justin and Megan Stinnett of O’Fallon, Mo., at 7:20 p.m. Jan. 1.A girl was born to Daniel…
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. Scott Zimmerman of Versailles sold a residence at 105 W. Union in Mount Sterling to Rosa…
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FOWLER, Ill. — St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1435 E. 1500th Street, will hold a trivia night and silent auction Saturday Feb. 11, at the church. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with the trivia contest beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $20 per individual or $160 for a table of eight. Mulligans may be purchased…
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CAMP POINT, Ill. — Kimberly Kestner’s parents, Kenny and Angie Volk, are the owners of the Tastee Treat in Mount Sterling, a popular stop on U.S. 24 to get a burger, shake or sundae since the 1950s. When Kimberly and her husband, Austin, learned of the opportunity to buy the Shake Shack in Camp Point,…
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. Stephanie M. Reeder of Pittsfield sold a residence at 120 E. Kellogg in Pittsfield to Samantha…
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On 12/26/2022 at 6:30 AM Brett L. Barr of Mt. Sterling was traveling on CR 975E he then left the roadway, coming to rest on an embankment. Damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00 and no injuries were reported. Mr. Barr received citations for Driving While License Suspended and Failure to Reduce Speed and given…
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. Todd W. Alexander of Quincy sold a residence at 1008 Monroe in Quincy to Drake M.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department “Keep the Wreaths Red” program ended at midnight Jan. 1. The annual public education initiative is designed to promote fire safety during the holiday season. It ran from Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, until midnight on Jan. 1, 2023. Wreaths with red lights were displayed at each Quincy fire station,…
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QUINCY — As Muddy River News first reported on Dec. 30, Quincy Mayor Mike Troup wants an investigation into the process of how Quincy Police Chief Adam Yates became chief. The Police and Fire Commission met Tuesday morning and Troup attended the meeting. The commission went into executive session for about 20 minutes and Troup…
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QUINCY — Twenty-three local nonprofit organizations recently received grants in Samantha Otte’s memory that will benefit hundreds of area youths for artistic, leadership and humanitarian efforts. The grants, totaling nearly $40,000, were distributed from the Samantha Otte Youth Opportunity Fund with the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri at the Oakley-Lindsay Center…
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QUINCY — The northbound lane of North Fourth Street from College Avenue to Elm Street will be closed to through traffic beginning at 7 a.m. Wednesday. This section of road is being closed to replace water service. It is scheduled to reopen at 3 p.m. Thursday Jan. 5. Motorists are advised to use an alternate…
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NAUVOO, Ill. — Golden’s Point Church will sponsor Nauvoo at Night every Wednesday at 7 p.m. beginning Jan. 11 and continuing through March 29. Everyone is invited to the Nauvoo Theater (Grandpa John’s Café), 1255 Mulholland, to share in worship music, learn about the life of Jesus and join in prayer for concerns. Music will…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital is expanding plans to be accepted within the Aetna Network product offerings in 2023. The facility accepts traditional Aetna coverages and plans to expand that list to include Aetna Medicare Advantage. Information sent to State of Illinois retirees specifies that Aetna participants “will be able to use any doctor, hospital…
Read Full Article 12/01/2022 MILLER,JOSHUA A (45 of Warsaw, IL) Domestic BatteryWALKER,WILLIAM L (48 of Wayland, MO) Hancock County Warrant x2 12/04/2022 GRAYBILL,RAY W (69 of LaHarpe, IL) Criminal Sexual Assault 12/06/2022 LABONTE,JOHN S (59 of Santa Rosa, CA) SpeedingLEWALLEN,DAKOTA R (23 of Plymouth, IL) Speeding 12/07/2022 TAFT,JANESSA N (16 of Dallas City, IL) SpeedingKAMINSKI,COOPER J (17 of…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation announced in May the launch of the Grow Our Own Scholarship program, available to Memorial Hospital, Medical Clinics and Hancock County senior and childcare staff to assist with their pursuit of continuing education or completion of certifications beginning in 2024. This scholarship is a recruitment and retention tool to…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health and Quincy social service agency Bella Ease are working together to assist economically and socially disadvantaged people seeking work. Through the “Healthcare Bridge Program,” a Bella Ease Work Focus case manager provides qualifying job seekers with resume building and interviewing skills assistance, as well as access to support service funds. The…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Chris Ames and Nicole Smith of Quincy at 7:07 p.m. Dec. 27.A boy was born to the Rev. Jacob R. and Emily S. Hercamp of LaGrange, Mo., at 11:35 p.m. Dec. 27.A girl was born to Russell Sumatt and Samantha McHatton of Pittsfield at 8:18 a.m. Dec. 28.A girl…
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QUINCY — The Rotary Club of Quincy presented a $3,500 check on Tuesday, Dec. 20, to Kidzpacks, a non-profit organization that helps provide food to Quincy Public Schools students. The donation was made possible thanks to a $2,750 grant from Rotary District 6460. On Thursday, Dec. 15, a group of Rotarians helped pack 2,000 snack…
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PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — Two Pleasant Hill residents face drug and firearms charges after the Pleasant Hill Police Department, Pike County Sheriff’s Department and Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office conducted a criminal investigation. As law enforcement officials were conducting surveillance on Tuesday, Dec. 27, on a residence in Pleasant Hill, they observed someone leaving the residence…
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. Kathy Yingling and Carol L. Bauch of Mount Sterling and Roxanna Huffman of Fort Madison, Iowa…
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. Thomas W. Fowler of Clayton sold a retail establishment at 102 E. Outerbelt Drive in Clayton…
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PITTSFIELD, Il. — On Dec. 19, Pittsfield Police Officers started an investigation into the passing of fraudulent prescriptions at a local pharmacy. It was determined through the investigation that subjects had presented prescriptions for narcotics through an electronic system using fictitious patient names through fictitious doctor’s offices. On Dec. 23, one subject arrived at the…
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QUINCY — Erin Wilson Laegeler joined the firm of Blickhan, Timmerwilke and Woodworth in December. Prior to joining the firm, Wilson Laegeler clerked for the Judge Joe Billy McDade of the Central District of Illinois for four years. She also has served as an assistant appellate prosecutor for the Illinois State’s Attorney’s Appellate Prosecutor’s Office…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College and the Workforce Innovation Board of Western Illinois will offer an accelerated welding certificate program beginning at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17. This spring accelerated welding program is two weeks shorter than the normal time frame. Individuals can earn their welding certificate in just 14 weeks and be job…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Funders Collaborative has graduated the first cohort of the NonprofitExcellence Initiative. Five participating nonprofit organizations in Adams County — Bella Ease, Cheerful Home, Horizons Social Services, Quincy Community Theatre and the Quincy Family YMCA — have completed a two-year pilot program focusing on leadership development and strategic planning to help…
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QUINCY — The following students graduated in December from the Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences: Master of Science in Nursing: Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Blessing-Rieman offers a bachelor of science in nursing degree, a bachelor of science in radiologic science, and a bachelor of science in respiratory care. Blessing-Rieman also offers an associate…
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