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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. Marilyn Walker, et al, sold a residence at 711 N. Haven Drive in Carthage to Esther…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy City Hall and Central Services will be closed on Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. City Hall will reopen Monday, April 1, for regular business hours. There will be garbage pick-up and yard waste recycling on Friday. Quincy Transit lines will operate on its normal schedule.
Read Full Article QUINCY — NutritionHQ’s Ladies’ Night is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at The Kroc Center. This free event is dedicated to nourishing the mind, body and soul. Whether an attendee is a fitness enthusiast, health-conscious person or just looking to explore a healthier lifestyle, NutritionHQ hopes to provide women with…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy man facing up to 67 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections has waived his right to a jury trial after agreeing to a plea. William Dees, 33, appeared Tuesday morning with attorney Drew Schnack in Adams County Circuit Court before Judge Tad Brenner. Dees’ case was set to be on…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company and Quincy Medical Group, along with The District, have coordinated a clean-up event for 10 a.m. Saturday, April 20. Efforts will begin in Parking Lot I, where gloves and trash bags will be distributed. Volunteers will then head to designated areas in the heart of the downtown to pick up…
Read Full Article Kalab M. Capps, 34, of 2000 Madison for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle and No Valid Registration at 12th and Seminary Rd. NTA 110Barnell J. Trass, 42, of 518 Lind for Shoplifting at 5211 Broadway. NTA 101Benjamin A. Mowen, 37, of Hannibal, Mo., for FTA – Trespassing and a Pike Co. (IL) warrant. Lodged 161Ryan M.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Country music performers Priscilla Block and Lonestar are the headliners for the Gem City Concert Series set for May 25-26 in Lincoln Park on the riverfront. The May 25 event offers a “new” country lineup. Block gives her rabid fan base unmitigated honesty in songs like “Thick Thighs,” “PMS” and “Just About Over…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Charter Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association recently recognized two proteges and one Woman of the Year. This year’s protégé recipients are Caitlin Foss and Jessica Speckhart. The protégé is new to the organization and is actively engaged with local chapter. Foss joined the chapter in June 2023. She stepped…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center invites area community members to attend its Easter weekend events. All events are free and open to the public and will be at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. The Easter weekend begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 29, with a poignant United…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The December 2023 nursing graduates of Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences posted a 100 percent passage rate on the National Council of Licensure Examination (NCLEX). All 12 graduates passed the examination on their first attempt. The 2023 pass rate for all first-time, U.S. educated students taking the NCLEX-RN exam is 87.62…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital, led by the efforts of Dr. Drake White, an orthopedic surgeon with more than two decades of dedicated service to the region, now offers Mako SmartRobotics for total knee, partial knee and total hip replacements. Mako SmartRobotics represents a groundbreaking approach to joint replacement surgery, empowering surgeons with unparalleled precision…
Read Full Article Brianna S. Nixon, 22, Quincy, was arrested on an original warrant for domestic battery and a new charge of interfering at 5th and State. Lodged 134/144Troy L. Snyder, 53, Quincy, for a Pike County warrant for violation of a court order at 9th and Adams. Lodged 132/185Keith A. Durran, 34, Quincy, was arrested on an…
Read Full Article Shawn H. Burkett, 46, last known address in the 900 block of North 12th in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for aggravated battery and possession of meth. Burkett is 5-foot-9 tall and 130 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes. If you know where he can…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy man is in the Adams County Jail after his arrest and faces eight counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. A Quincy juvenile reported on Aug. 1, 2023, possible sexual abuse by Justin T. Snow, 36, of the 1800 block of Koch’s Lane in Quincy. The juvenile was later interviewed at the Child…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Boy Scouts of America Troop 22 chartered by Holy Name Society of St. Francis Solanus Parish in Quincy recently had five Scouts — Trevor Nelson, Cole Willer, Jack Costigan, Joel Nelson and Joseph Radel — earn the rank of Eagle. Fewer than four percent of Scouts earn this rank in the United States.…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Felix Wooden Jr. and Kyra Harris of Quincy at 9:35 a.m. Mar. 13, 2024.A girl was born to Xavier Mayfield and Mar’Kiya Simpson of Hannibal, Mo., at 7:19 a.m. Mar. 15, 2024.A girl was born to Dalton Harmon and Kiara Cook of Augusta at 12:40 p.m. Mar. 15,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Area high school students are invited to attend the Illinois Regional College Fair at Quincy University from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27, in the Health and Fitness Center at 20th and Oak. Representatives from 45 in-state and out-of-state public and private colleges and universities will provide information to high school…
Read Full Article Michael A. Childress, 59, 807 Broadway for Suspended Registration at 12th & Ohio. 132Austin B. Courtois, 30, 1601 S. 24th for Expired Registration at 24th & Broadway. 146Jessica J. Wells, 49, 812 S. 17th for FTA Improper Turn Signal at 2900 State. Lodged 140Colette R. Fowler, 36, 1029 S. 11th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Can you recognize AI-made content when you see it? Edited images and videos are nothing new, but generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools are making it faster and easier for people to create text, images and videos from scratch. Some experts are predicting a wave of AI content in scams as generative AI programs…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Amy Ogle, certified respiratory therapist, has been promoted to director of durable medical equipment (DME) operations for Denman Services, Inc. Denman’s medical equipment store management team will report to Ogle. The stores are Denman Direct and Denman Medical Equipment and Supply in Quincy, Hannibal Medical Supplies, Illini Health Services in Pittsfield and Macomb…
Read Full Article CAMP POINT, Ill. — Farmers National Company, a leading farm and ranch management and brokerage company, has announced Adam Kestner recently was presented with the Farmers National Company President’s Circle Award for his outstanding efforts in real estate sales. Kestner, a real estate sales agent, received the company’s top award for real estate sales in…
Read Full Article QUINCY — United Community Credit Union (UCCU), a member-owned financial institution, recently paid its members more than $125,000 in interest rebates and bonus dividends in the form of deposits to their savings on March 15. The loyalty bonus was issued to those who paid interest on personal, vehicle and home loans, or who earned dividends…
Read Full Article Anthony D. Carroll, 21, of Payson for FTA – Theft, Shoplifting, and Possession of Liquor by a Minor at 7th & York St. Lodged 134/144Richard T. Edelmon, 20, 531 Jefferson for Aggravated Battery at 3530 Maine. Lodged 106Jaiden R. Jones, 20, of Quincy for No Valid DL and Operate Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 7th &…
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. Dalton C. Shoemaker of Griggsville sold a residence at 201 E. Quincy in Griggsville to John…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s School of Humanities will be the host of a debate on the topic, “Is Religion Essential for the Common Good?” at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25, in MacHugh Theatre in Francis Hall on QU’s main campus at 1800 College. The debate will feature Jonathan Miles, professor of philosophy, and Padraic…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinic Carthage has welcomed three new professionals — Mollie Sanchez, Lindsay Brummell and Gavin O’Neil — to its behavioral health team. Sanchez is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has been a registered nurse since 2012 and has experience in inpatient psychiatric care, emergency room and outpatient behavioral…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Great River Honor Flight board of directors recently announced the initial mission of 2024 will take place on Thursday, April 11, leaving from John Wood Community College. Thirty-two veterans will take part in this trip, with 29 serving during the Vietnam era and the remaining three serving before or after Vietnam. They…
Read Full Article Antonio D. Adduci, 35, of 2229 Maine for Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle at 18th and Hollister Whitney. NTA 122Angela M. Hatton, 50, of Hannibal, Mo., for Shoplifting at 5211 Broadway. NTA 122Jermaine Q. Harper, 44, of 1440 North 14th for FTA-Unlawful Restraint, Hancock Co. FTA- Possession of Methamphetamine, and new charges of Resisting a Peace…
Read Full Article MACOMB/MOLINE, Ill. — The Western Illinois University Board of Trustees recently voted to approve the appointment of Kristi Mindrup, vice president of Quad Cities campus operations, to interim president of WIU, effective April 1. Mindrup replaces Guiyou Huang, who announced his decision to step down on March 1. “We greatly appreciate everything Dr. Huang has…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Registration is open for the 14th annual “Strike Out Breast Cancer” at Tangerine Bowl to benefit patients of the Blessing Breast Center. The event will take place Friday, April 26 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 27, with three sessions to choose from: noon, 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Teams of five can…
Read Full Article QUINCY — State Street Bank recently promoted Scott Smith to executive vice president. In his new role, Smith will oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations to ensure the organization’s efficient and effective functioning. Smith brings to his new position more than three decades of service and expertise. He began his career with State Street Bank…
Read Full Article Leeroy L. Guerra, 23, of Quincy for Speeding. NTA 122Alex D. Koenig, 32, of Quincy for Operate Vehicle with Suspended Registration. NTA 122Gavin V. Radkins, 18, of Quincy for Fail to Reduce Speed. NTA 136Bronson Bybee reported his license plate and back up camera stolen off his 1993 Chevrolet. 142Takayo R. Phillips, 45, 1115 N.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Valley of Quincy, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, in conjunction with the Grand Lodge of Illinois of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, will be awarding 41 new and renewal scholarships to local new or returning college students totaling more than $86,000. Statewide, more than 449 scholarships will be awarded totaling more…
Read Full Article QUINCY — During its regular meeting on March 20 held at the John Wood Community College Southeast Education Center in Pittsfield, the JWCC Board of Trustees heard a spring enrollment update and details regarding JWCC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Event. According to the Illinois Community College Board Spring Opening Enrollment Report released in early March, JWCC increased its…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Sign-up is open for the 45th running of the Strawberry Strut on Saturday, June 1. The event includes the classic five-mile run along the Carthage Lake. Other events in this year’s Strut are a 5K run, a 5K walk and a one mile fun run/walk. The two 5K events in the Strut…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Superintendent of Schools Todd Pettit said the committee he is heading up to look at what the school district will look like in the future will begin meeting next month. At Wednesday’s Quincy School Board meeting, Pettit said the first meeting will be on April 9 at Quincy High School. Pettit told…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A jazz collaboration concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, will feature performances by the QU Jazz Band, JWCC Jazz Band, Quincy Junior High School seventh grade and eighth grade Jazz Band and the PMO Jazz Band in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium on the campus of John Wood Community College. The…
Read Full Article Kalie Matsko, 21, of Quincy for DWLS and Operate Uninsured Vehicle. 147Kristal Palacios, 30, of Quincy for No Valid DL, Speeding, and Operate Uninsured Vehicle. 108Billy M. Cawthon, 41, 2615 N. 13th for Speeding at 12th & Watts Ln. 142Wanda M. Wilson, 79, 1004 Diana Dr. for Speeding at 12th & Watts Ln. 142Kayla B.…
Read Full Article Heather Betts, 48, of Bowling Green, Mo., for Speeding. 147Rhonda Jones, 64, of Milton for Speeding. 147Amy Kientzle, 61, of Quincy for Speeding. 147Nicholas E. Dellar, 26, of Quincy for TOF – Domestic Battery in the 600 block of Harrison Dr. Lodged 132/185Nicholas E. Dellar, 26, of Quincy for FTA – Retail Theft located in…
Read Full Article KINDERHOOK, Ill. — Western Junior High School will be the host of an Amazing Shake competition, a contest that emphasizes teaching students manners, discipline, respect and professional conduct, on Friday, March 22. Through the Amazing Shake, a competition originally created by the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Ga., students are introduced to the nuances of…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Arts Quincy is partnering with the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce to organize this year’s Dogwood royalty event. This year’s theme is “May the Fourth Be with You: The Power of Community.” A Little King and Queen (ages 7-10 years old) and a Prince and Princess (ages 4-6 years old) will be crowned.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The 28th annual Bids for Kids online charity auction, hosted by Quincy Noon Kiwanis, begins at noon on Thursday, March 21 and runs through 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 24. Bidders can register for free at bidsforkids.auction and participate in minutes after a quick email verification. The auction includes more than 250 unique…
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Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy High School production of New Faces is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21 and Friday, March 22 and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday March 23rd in the QHS theatre, 3322 Maine Street. Started in 1955 by QHS band director Dan Perrino, the 69th edition of this annual variety show…
Read Full Article QUINCY – Three incumbent Republican members of the Adams County Board who had contested races in Tuesday’s primary each came away with wins. In County Board District 2, incumbent Mark Sorenson defeated Douglas Kendrick 281-167. In District 3, incumbent Dave Bellis held off a challenge by James Fisher 425-377. In District 7, incumbent Brent Fischer…
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. Central State Bank of Pleasant Hill sold a commercial property at 100 S. Main in Payson…
Read Full Article QUINCY — What started out as a routine traffic stop led to the arrest of a Quincy man on multiple charges. Gerald C. Schmidt, Jr., 61, of 1204 N. 8th, was stopped in his pickup at U.S. 24 at N. 5th just after noon Monday. According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Schmidt refused to…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The 11th annual Dream Big in Color 5K Fun Run begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, starting at Quincy High School. All proceeds raised from this event benefit programs within the Quincy Public Schools. The Dream Big in Color 5K Fun Run invites participants of all ages and fitness levels to…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Marlow Abbey and Gabriela Murillo of Quincy at 3:04 p.m. Mar. 9, 2024.A girl was born to Andrew and Kaylee Jansen of Quincy at 7:22 p.m. Mar. 9, 2024.A girl was born to Cheroke Stopher of Quincy at 8:26 a.m. Mar. 10, 2024.A boy was born to Dejavon…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The Illinois State Police continues its investigation into a Macomb Police Officer involved shooting that occurred Saturday at approximately 10 p.m. when officers responded to a call of an active domestic disturbance in the 900 block of N. Charles. The Macomb Police Department requested ISP investigate the incident. After reviewing body…
Read Full Article Jada G. McClain, 18, of Quincy for Domestic Battery at 1833 Broadway. Lodged 180Mark R. Brinkmeyer, 68, of Quincy for Disregard Traffic Control Light at 10th and Broadway. NTA 113Cordero Robinson, 33, 1123 N. 6th for Agg. Domestic Battery and for a TOF for Domestic Battery and Criminal Damage. Lodged 113/145Heather Dewitt and Aspen Pryor,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Museum will offer outdoor family fun from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 30, at the museum, 1601 Maine. The “Egg-stravaganza” activities include an egg hunt, lawn games and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and special guests. Special guests include Andy the Armadillo from Texas Roadhouse, Miss Quincy Nicole Taylor,…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Hancock County Economic Development was awarded $3,000 from the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) for the “Taste of Hancock County” event which will highlight local companies within Hancock County and give them a chance to promote what they have to offer. Taste of Hancock County is one of 10 projects from across the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Astronomy Club will be present a live Zoom lecture titled “How Big is Our Solar System” at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at John Wood Community College, Room D022, on the lower rear north end of Building D. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) at the Prague meeting in 2006 kicked “poor Pluto”…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The University Union Board and the Bureau of Cultural Affairs at Western Illinois University will be the hosts of WestFest on Wednesday, May 1, in the University Union Grand Ballroom. Doors open at 6 p.m. Entertainment will begin at 7 p.m. This year’s entertainment is headliner Corey Kent and special guest Alana…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Ameren Illinois crews will begin work near Harrison Street on Monday, March 18 as they remove a natural gas steel pipeline over Curtis Creek and relocate it under the creek with new eight-inch corrosion-resistant polyethylene material. Crews will bore under the creek to install nearly 700 feet of pipeline. Once the new system…
Read Full Article Xavier Colon, 27, 927 N. 4th for speeding at Gardner Expressway and State. NTA 128Brian Bandy, 62, 1507 Cedar for driving while license revoked. NTA 113Shane Starman, 52, 2525 Chestnut St. for operating uninsured vehicle at 12th and Broadway. NTA 101Alexa Gray, 19, 997 E. County Road 1050, Warsaw, for failure to yield – private…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Planning to go see the upcoming total solar eclipse? Be wary of scams when you’reshopping for eclipse glasses and lodging. The path of totality for the April 8 solar eclipse will cut through southeastern Missouri and southern Illinois. Great American Eclipse estimates that between 43,000 and 172,000 people will travel to Missouri and…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery will be the host of its annual QU faculty juried student art show from March 18 to April 12. The student art exhibition will feature artwork produced during the current academic year by students enrolled in the various studios offered in the QU art program. Faculty members in the…
Read Full Article Nicole M. Lewis, 35, 1926 Adams for FTA Suspended License, FTA Operating Uninsured Vehicle and FTA Suspended Registration at 11th & Spruce. Lodged 120Robin Wilson, 39, Homeless for FTA DUI, FTA Forgery and Adams Co. warrant for Possession of Meth. Lodged 108Howard Turner reported his 2013 Honda was struck by another vehicle while parked at…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The youths of Luther Memorial Church will sponsor a trivia night fundraiser in the church fellowship hall, 1210 Jersey, at 7 p.m. Friday, April 26, to support their journey to the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America’s (ELCA) youth gathering in New Orleans. A variety of snacks and soft drinks will be available for…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Muddy River Riders Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, will hold its ninth annual Blessing of the Bikes from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Knights of Columbus grounds. This event is a fundraiser for the book bag program the club does every fall. The group distributes book bags full…
Read Full Article PITTSFIELD, Ill. — A Kansas man has been charged with child pornography and indecent solicitation of a child in Pike County. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department received on Feb. 29 a complaint of indecent solicitation of a child, sexual exploitation of a child, grooming and child pornography. A couple discovered their child under the age…
Read Full Article QUINCY — In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Blessing Health is providing free, take-home colorectal cancer screening kits to the public at locations in west central Illinois and northeast Missouri and by mail beginning Monday, March 18. Of the more than 153,000 people who are expected to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer this…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum, 128 N. Fifth, has announced its next entry in the History Happy Hour program series will be “Hidden History: Lincoln’s Rum Sweat,” scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21. The speaker is Iris Nelson, a local Lincoln historian and member of the museum’s advisory board. The program will…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently announced the cast for its upcoming production of “Shakespeare in Love.” The Oscar-winning film comes to life onstage in a production that’s both funny and romantic. Young Will Shakespeare has writer’s block … the deadline for his new play, “Romeo and Ethel, The Pirate’s Daughter,” is fast approaching but he’s…
Read Full Article Mackenna E. Smith, 20, of Quincy for FTA – Driving 15-20 MPH Above Limit at 8th & State St. Lodged. 185Constance T. Kennedy, 47, of Quincy for Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured at 4th & College Ave. 120Robin R. Palmer, 36, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at 30th & Vermont St. 122Kelly E. Boll,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Two women were taken to Blessing Hospital with minor injuries after a vehicle crashed into a utility pole Thursday night. Deputies with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to a single-vehicle crash on South 12th Street, south of Melview Road. Rilya M. Kirby-Roberts, 18, of Quincy was driving a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Friends of the Castle recently moved the Villa Kathrine to its “warm weather schedule.” The villa is open from 9 a.m. to p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p.m. on Sundays. In addition to celebrating the 124th anniversary of the construction of the Mediterranean-style villa, 37 years of serving as Quincy’s…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Harrison Street from South 24th to Curtis Creek Road will be closed to traffic beginning at 7 a.m. Monday, March 18, while Ameren relocates a gas main crossing Curtis Creek. A news release from the City of Quincy’s engineering department said a local traffic detour will be set up directing traffic onto South…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group Foundation’s Cancer Crush has set a goal to raise $100,000 in 2024 to support local cancer patients in honor of its 10th anniversary. This year’s Cancer Crush will be held at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 5, at The Ambiance in Quincy The Cancer Crush event includes a silent and live…
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