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Alexandrea M. Clifton, 27, last known address in the 1300 block of N. Fifth in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for petition to revoke probation. Clifton is 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs 120 pounds, has brown hair and hazel eyes. If you know where she can be found, call the…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County will present “Boats, Brothels, and Booze: Quincy had it all!,” a unique program by local historian Iris Nelson, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, at the History Museum on the Square, 332 Maine. In a press release, Nelson said, “While major cities are well-known for…
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QUINCY — After nearly 45 minutes of debate, the Quincy City Council voted Monday night to approve a resolution that relaxes and extended residency requirements for officers with the Quincy Police Department. The Police Benevolent and Protective Association Unit 12, which represents the officers and supervisors with the Quincy Police Department, and the City of Quincy have a…
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QUINCY — A debate about the use of the word “alderperson” punctuated the end of Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting. Greg Fletcher (R-1) asked Dunn why he is being referred to “Alderperson” Fletcher at times during recent meetings. “Can you enlighten me where this ‘alderperson’ crap is coming from?” he said. “I was elected two…
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PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — A Nevada man, formerly from Pleasant Hill, was arrested July 19 and has been charged with seven counts of unlawful possession of child pornography. The investigation began on January 27, 2021, when authorities with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department and Pleasant Hill Police Department were notified of James B. Knight, 57,…
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QUINCY — A Clayton man has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder in connection to the shooting death of a Camp Point man, and his bond has been set at $3 million. Wyond L. Bynum, Jr., 18, made his first appearance in Adams County Circuit Court with Assistant Public Defender Sarah Lucey on…
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QUINCY — David A. VanCleave will serve as the guest director for Quincy Community Theatre’s upcoming production of “The Hobbit” from Oct. 19-22. A two-time Cloris Leachman Excellence in Theatre Arts Award nominee for his direction of Roald Dahl’s “Matilda The Musical” and “RENT,” VanCleave has directed “Cabaret,” “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” “James and…
Read Full Article CAMP POINT, Ill. — A 22-year-old male is dead and an 18-year-old is in custody after a body was delivered to the Adams County EMS station in Camp Point early Monday morning. Adams County Sheriff Tony Grootens said deputies are still searching for a murder weapon and investigators are trying to determine where the fatal…
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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. Parker Shelton and Ali Humphrey of Payson sold a residence at 110 S. Main in Payson…
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If you’re a music lover, you may find yourself looking for last-minute deals on late summer festivals or tickets to a sold-out show. However, junk fees, resale pricing for high-demand shows and unscrupulous sellers can all make ticket prices skyrocket. You should also keep an eye out for counterfeit tickets. You’re more likely to run…
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QUINCY — Blessing Hospital’s cardiac rehabilitation program has earned three-year accreditation from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Studies show patients who participate in a cardiac rehabilitation program after a heart attack, heart failure or other heart problem that required surgery or medical care decreased their chance of death related to their condition…
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MACOMB, Ill. — The Ambassador Committee of the Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce took part in a celebratory ribbon cutting on Aug. 10 to recognize the grand opening of the new Macomb 185 Schools Macomb Middle School at 1531 S. Johnson. A project 30 years in the making, the 80,000 square foot building includes specific…
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QUINCY — Shelby Norton is the August Employee of the Month at SIU Center for Family Medicine. Norton is a medical technologist II. She has worked at SIU Center for Family Medicine for four years and has worked in a lab setting for nine years. In her time at SIU, Norton collects, processes and analyzes…
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QUINCY — Quincy native James Magner will hold a book signing at Enchanted Books, 532 Maine, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sat., Aug 12. Magner is an amateur poker player and will perform a few quick card tricks for the audience. Published in April, Magner’s book titled “Curious Exploits: A Family Seeks Success in…
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QUINCY — The Dancer Love Foundation will hold its Glow Row at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 at Washington Park. Proceeds from the event benefit individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. The “Glow Row” is an event where teams of 10 row (using a Concept 2 Rower) to a predetermined distance. This family-friendly night is…
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QUINCY — U.S. News & World Report, known for its annual hospital ratings and rankings, has named Blessing Hospital as a 2023-24 High Performing Hospital in the following care areas: This is the fifth year Blessing Hospital has been recognized as a High Performing Hospital, the highest recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s annual…
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QUINCY — Grace and June Hendrian, daughters of Adam and Kellea Hendrian of Quincy, are once again offering a lemonade stand for good to benefit The Salvation Army. The Hendrian sisters invite other children to join them in raising funds for The Salvation Army through a community-wide lemonade stand for good event on Saturday, Sept.…
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. Christina Lock of Quincy sold a residence at 109 S. Elm in Bowen to Amber Paulley…
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QUINCY — The League of Women Voters of Adams County invites the community to participate in its annual celebration of Women’s Equality Day at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, at the history museum, 332 Maine. This event celebrates the anniversary of Women’s Suffrage. The 19th amendment to the Constitution of the United States was certified…
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SPRINGFIELD – With the 2023 Illinois State Fair about to get underway, Gov. JB Pritzker and Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II officially unveiled this year’s butter cow. The cow was sculpted by artist Sarah Pratt and inspired by dairy farmer Lorilee Schultz, from Mill-R-Mor Dairy in Orangeville, who is depicted harvesting milk from…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park Board will discuss during its day-long retreat on Thursday whether to accept what would be one of the largest donations of land in Park District history. The Quincy Park District received a letter on Aug. 3 from Brad Burghart, president of the Quinsippi Soccer League, proposing the donation of the…
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. Joshua A. Miller of Arenzville sold a residence at 100 N. Main in Chambersburg to Dieu…
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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 # Red Children’s Bike 7-1-23 15107 Wallet belonging to Lyncie Bussart 7-6-23 15573…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Faythe Weldon and Kaleb Harrolle of Augusta at 11:13 p.m. July 23, 2023.A boy was born to Nathan and Alexis Veihl of Quincy at 4:28 a.m. July 24, 2023.A boy was born to Alexis Asbell of Lanark and Jacob Terrell of Warsaw at 4:59 a.m. July 24, 2023.A…
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. Donald E. Boyer and Cynthia A. Boyer of Quincy sold a mobile home park at 1111…
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