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QUINCY — The Adams County Board voted to select Russ Hinkamper to fill the District 7 vacancy created by the retirement of Theresa Bockhold Monday night. The move comes about a month after Adams County Board Chairman Bret Austin nominated businessman Adam Booth to the position, only to see the board vote not to support…
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NORMAL, Ill. — An on-court altercation between at least one student each from Quincy High School and Lisle Benet Academy resulted in a police investigation and multiple interviews being conducted as fans milled around Monday night following Benet’s 58-50 victory in the Class 4A Normal Super-Sectional at CEFCU Arena. After the Blue Devils and the…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted during its meeting Monday night to indefinitely shelve a proposed 1 percent municipal grocery tax that would replace a state tax that has been collected since 1981. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the state no longer will collect a 1 percent tax on groceries. However, each taxing authority statewide…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved during its Monday meeting a bid of $2.727 million from Hood Construction of Rushville to replace as many as 340 lead service lines on the city’s northwest side. A resolution to award a $4.038 million contract to Wiemelt Plumbing to replace the lines, between Cherry and Locust and between…
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Adam W. Fenton, 41, of Quincy was arrested on a McDonough County warrant for FTA speeding. Lodged. He was also issued a citation for fighting in the 1000 block of N. 18th. 146Elizabeth Warning, 36, of Quincy for Domestic Battery at 716 Jackson St. Lodged 181Gregory Delcour, 39, of Payson for disobeying a stop sign…
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QUINCY — As spring approaches, so do spring storms that may cause roof damage. After big storms, roofing companies may make the rounds in your neighborhood performing free inspections. While legitimate businesses use this strategy to reach new customers, con artists or dishonest companies can also take advantage of it to get your business. When…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Chorus, directed by Phyllis Robertson, will perform favorite show tunes at its spring pops concert, “Celebrate Broadway,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in Salem Church. The chorus will perform music from “Les Miserables,” “Newsies,” “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Jersey Boys,” “Come From Away” and many others. From…
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JWCC to offer 'Agriculture: Find Your Path Day' on Thursday to inspire next generation of ag leaders
BAYLIS, Ill. — John Wood Community College invites students, educators and community members to “Agriculture: Find Your Path Day,” an immersive event designed to explore the opportunities in agriculture, from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, March 13, at the JWCC Ag Center, 37803 Illinois 104. The program will offer participants a hands-on experience with…
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Meet Cash, a 5-year-old hound/lab mix who’s as smart as he is sweet! With a heart of gold, Cash loves to snuggle up and enjoy cozy moments with his favorite humans. He’s incredibly intelligent, picking up on commands quickly and always eager to please. Cash is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County Sheriff Anthony Grootens recently announced the 2025 testing dates for the position of patrol deputy. The physical test will be administered at 8 a.m. on Sunday, April 6, at Flinn Stadium, 4400 Maine, in Quincy. The written test will be given to people who pass the physical test at…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has sent a letter to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Elon Musk, calling for an immediate investigation into the nearly $5 billion in federal loan guarantee to be awarded to the Grain Belt Express (GBE) project. The Grain Belt Express project proposes constructing transmission…
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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. Tina M. Rigsbey of Lexington, Ky., sold a residence at 1034 Madison in Quincy to Myron…
Read Full Article Cass D. Tasco, 34, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 1001 N. 5th St. Lodged 122Brian E. Frye, 53, of Quincy for DWLR at S. 18th St. and Adams St. Lodged 186Michael D. Howser, 46, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection at 2069 Spring St. Lodged 122Michelle L. Reeves, 49,…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health System recently launched an 18-month project to bring a new electronic health record (EHR) to its patients and providers. The new EHR will ensure the delivery of top-quality care by streamlining Blessing’s clinical and operational workflows under a single system. “Epic will enable seamless information sharing across our health system and…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Service League is offering seven scholarships in the amount of $3,000 to residents of Adams County. Applicants may either be traditional or non-traditional students seeking to further their education (2-year college, 4-year college or vocational/technical education). Applications are available from area high school guidance counselors, local college admission/financial aid offices or…
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MACOMB, Ill. – A student at Macomb High School was arrested Friday for having two guns in his car, which was parked within 1000 feet of the school, and having ammunition while on school property. Macomb High School Staff received information just after 9 a.m. Friday about a student in possessionof ammunition on school property.…
Read Full Article Scott Andresen, 33, of Quincy for domestic battery. Lodged 169Lisa Weisenborn of Quincy reports her red 2019 Kia was hit and run while parked at 5211 Broadway on 3-6-25 between 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. 180Linda Schmidt, 63, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.Anthony Thompson, 69, for speeding at Kochs and Cedardale.John Johnson, 71, for…
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QUINCY — Josie Basket Project will hold its second annual Bingo Night on Friday, March 14, at the Machinist’s Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth. Cost is $20 for 10 games, and daubers are sold for $3 each at this cash-only event. A basket auction will be held during the evening. Participants can bring their own beverage…
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QUINCY — U.S. Rep. Mary Miller (R-15, Illinois) told a group of Adams County Farm Bureau members Friday she has been in meetings with President Donald Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to stress the importance of family farms. “The government is so bloated and inefficient, and President Trump wants to make it work better…
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QUINCY — The Blessing Volunteers in Partnership (BVIP), a volunteer group at Blessing Hospital that supports health-related causes, recently made its final payment on a $250,000 pledge that helped build the Teresa Adams House in Quincy — and made the last pledge payment considerably earlier than expected. The Teresa Adams House replaced the 70-year-old Quincy…
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Potholes are the top of conversation when it comes to complaints about local government…and it’s not just Quincy. Nearly half of all major roads across the country are in decay. The nation’s roads are home to around 55 million potholes. One million of those can be found in Quincy. Ok, that fact is not true…but here…
Read Full Article Caleb J. Peuster, 20, of Quincy for No Valid Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 10th and Cherry. NTA 101Kelly C. Carlstrom, 38, of Quincy for Wireless Phone in a School Zone at 14th and Maine. NTA 128Jocelyn R. Kolthoff, 24, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 29th…
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QUINCY — Mike Farha said Friday he’s “had enough and I’m worn out” in explaining his decision to step down as an alderman in Quincy’s 4th Ward. Farha, 69, hinted in an Aug. 19, 2024, interview with Muddy River News Publisher Bob Gough that he wasn’t sure if he would run again for alderman in 2027 or finish…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of the Debra K. Scoggin-Myers: Rural Retrospective art exhibition. The exhibit features Scoggin-Myers artwork in pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic paints. Her work earned Best of Show at the 30th Anniversary Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. “This body…
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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Behavioral Health Team is partnering with Quincy Public Schools to offer details on specific mental health resources available in the community. This collaborative effort will increase awareness of vital information to help educational staff connect students with support services. The Community Building Council Behavioral…
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