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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission recently released an official commemorative coin in honor of the county’s 200th anniversary. These brass-plated coins have an antique finish and are now available for purchase. Each coin features a distinguished image of John Quincy Adams, the sixth president of the United States and the county’s…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum, 1601 Maine, invites the public to attend a free talk, “Pope Leo’s Quincy Connection,” from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10. Veteran journalist and Muddy River News Editor David Adam will share the story of Pope Leo XIV’s grandfather, who lived and worked in Quincy under the name…
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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. 05/23/2025:Lauren N. Jennings, Mt. Sterling struck a deer on IL 107/CR 525N. 05/26/2025:A juvenile from Rushville, struck a deer on CR 95N.Amelia L. Welty: Mt. Sterling: Was traveling on CR…
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QUINCY — The Jackson-Lincoln Swimming Complex is back for its 28th, opening at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 14. “There’s nothing like Jackson-Lincoln,” Executive Director Marissa Radcliffe said in a press release. “It’s more than a pool. It’s where generations of families have learned to swim, earned their first summer job and built community. This…
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court May 1-31, 2025. Gerald L. Hull from Jonetta L. Hull on May 1, 2025.Katherine J. Peyton from Jeremy S. Peyton on May 1, 2025.Stephanie Kenton Birky from Glenn Harlan Birkey on May 15, 2025.Dawn Y. Hoffman from Scott M. Hoffman on…
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Gunner L. Oenning, 20, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 132Justin K. Breneman, 37, of Quincy for Adams County FTA Violation of Order of Protection. Lodged 124Brian L. Mayfield, 44, of Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged 184/161Shannon McVey, 31, of Quincy for Aggravated Assault. Lodged 108Kevin Y. Blanco Cueto, 29, of Quincy for Fail to…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy men were transported to Blessing Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department reports that deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident at 10:18 a.m. Tuesday at 43rd and Wismann Lane. Edward Welcher III, 34, of Quincy was traveling west in a 1995 Honda Civic…
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Google mapping for road closures, housing and the new sports commission. Minutes with the Mayor is brought to you by Mercantile Bank.
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MENDON, Ill. — University of Illinois Extension and a coalition of local partners recently came together to host the Ride Right Rally, a hands-on safety event designed to equip sixth-grade students with the knowledge and skills to stay safe around ATVs, mowers and other equipment. Held at the Adams County Fairgrounds, the event brought together more than 340…
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The City of Quincy has a Google map that tells you the spots you might want to avoid when you are going through town.
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QUINCY — Step back in time to explore the roots of local agriculture at the 1930s Ag Museum this summer. Guests can learn firsthand what farming looked like in the early 20th century through authentic displays, demonstrations and historical context. These special events are hosted through a partnership between the Don McKinley Family, owners of…
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BLANDINSVILLE, Ill. — Richard Rawlings, star of “Fast N’ Loud” on the Discovery Channel and founder of the world-famous Gas Monkey Garage, is rolling into McDonough County on Thursday, June 6 — and he’s looking to buy. Classic car lovers, collectors and barn-find hunters — this is your chance to strike a deal. Rawlings and…
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Until recently, gambling was a heavily restricted activity in North America with only a handful of locations allowing it. As more and more areas relax those restrictions and offer the possibility to gamble legally, differences are becoming more pronounced. People in Northern Illinois might be living just a couple of miles from the Canadian border,…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council agreed with the Plan Committee’s recommendation to reject a request for a special permit to allow the development of a solar farm at 3622 Ellington Road. The Plan Commission’s meeting was busy last week with 14 speakers sharing their enthusiasm for and against the project. The Plan Commission unanimously…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved Mayor Linda Moore’s request to establish a strategic task force on housing and the Quincy Sports Commission. Moore said after Monday’s City Council meeting that she hopes to name about 20 people to each committee, and she hopes to have a list of names for aldermen to approve…
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QUINCY — Did you do a double-take when you opened your property tax bill sometime in the past few days? Alderman Jeff Bergman (R-2) did too, and he said he feels your pain. He took a few moments to talk about that at the end of Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting. However, he also wanted…
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The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court May 1-31, 2025. Jacob Paul Laughlin, 45, of Quincy and Nicole Lorean Andrews, 45, of Quincy filed May 1, 2025.Paula Kay Stoneking, 40, of Quincy and Chantal Dean Simonds, 35, of Quincy filed May 5, 2025.Jolene Elizabeth Liston, 39, of Quincy and Jerry…
Read Full Article Lisa Deming of Quincy for operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration and operate uninsured motor vehicle. NTA 120Shanon Jones , 52, of Quincy for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 5th and Cherry. 181Corina Hartley, 25, of Quincy for Disobey Traffic Light at 12th and Chestnut. 181William Primm, 23, of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The driver of a motorcycle involved in a Sunday morning accident was taken to Blessing Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department reports Patrick Mayfield, 59, of Loraine, was traveling south on Illinois Route 336, just north of Baseline Road, when his 1994 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Ultra motorcycle left the road…
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Derrick L. Farris, 45, last known address in the 2700 block of Joyce Road in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated battery to a police officer. Farris is 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers…
Read Full Article Valen Hill, 27, of Quincy for Driving While License Suspended and Threatening a Public Official. Lodged 147Savannah Stephens, 19, of Quincy for Violation of Stalking No Contact Order. Lodged 181Kentarreus Mulls, of Hannibal, Mo., for driving while revoked NTA and lodged on a Pike County warrant for harassment. Lodged 126Joseph Baker, 44, of Quincy for…
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QUINCY — Melrose Chapel United Methodist Church, 3600 Payson Road, will hold its 150th annual Strawberry Festival from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 7. The festival features a variety of strawberry desserts: a cup of strawberries, strawberry shortcakes, strawberry sundaes and strawberry supreme, a combination of a shortcake and a sundae. Sandwiches, chips,…
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QUINCY — Local author Robert Turek recently officially released his latest work, “Haunted Quincy,” a captivating dive into 25 true stories of eerie encounters, local legends and ghostly lore that haunt the river town’s history. Turek, a lifelong Quincy resident whose family roots stretch back to the early 1800s, brings to light the haunted past…
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QUINCY — Tena Awerkamp, director of Primary Care Services at Blessing Hospital, retired May 23, having completed 38 years of service. After graduating from the Blessing Hospital School of Radiologic Technology, Awerkamp worked as a technologist in the hospital’s radiology department for 10 years before beginning her leadership career. She then served in the following…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health is offering a free educational webinar to ease the stigma of seeking help for erectile dysfunction (ED) and the significant impact it can have on the quality of life for men and their partners. Presented by board certified urologist Dr. Bradley Holland at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, the webinar…
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