Local Happenings
PAYSON, Ill. — The Village of Payson has announced the return of its annual Christmas tree lighting event known as the Payson Kickoff to Christmas from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, in Payson’s South Park. This year’s event offers free event entertainment and fun for the entire family. New activities and entertainment include a performance…
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QUINCY — Ursa Willing Workers 4-H Club, the sponsoring group for the 2022 Wreaths Across America ceremony, have announced the ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at Quincy National Cemetery, 3701 Maine. The wreath escort will begin at 9 a.m. from Washington Park. The theme for this year’s campaign is #FindAWayToServe.…
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MENDON, Ill. — The Bear Creek American Legion Post 823, on Illinois 61 between Mendon and Ursa, will be the site of an all-you-can-eat pancake and whole hog sausage breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12, and children under the age of 5 eat…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will offer its popular Holly Jolly holiday workshop for children ages 5-12 with two sessions on Saturday, Dec. 3. Session times to choose from are either 10:00 a.m. to noon or 1-3 p.m. Each session will consist of creating six holiday projects: Cost is $10 per child with scholarships…
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QUINCY — ONE Event Venue will be the site for a three-person comedy show Friday, Nov. 18, presented by JM Legacy Foundation and Maverick MESSMER Management LLC. Coming back to his hometown for a night of comedy, host Richard Bailey will introduce you to Tim Laffey, Kathy Brennan and Al Nimpson. Big Bros BBQ &…
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QUINCY — The deadline to sign up for the Salvation Army’s free community Thanksgiving Dinner is Friday, Nov. 18. When calling to make a reservation, attendees will need to make a reservation for either 11a.m. or 11:45 a.m. Shut-ins will need to provide name, number of meals and address for delivery. The meal, which will…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will partner with Madi’s Kindness Projects to offer a special open workshop to create upcycled Christmas cards to distribute to area nursing homes during the holiday season. Participants can stop by from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The special…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal High School students will showcase the result of hours of rehearsal when they present the musical “Seussical” beginning Thursday, Nov. 17, and continuing through the weekend. Show times are 7 p.m. tonight and Saturday, with the final performance beginning at 2 p.m. Sunday. All performances will be held at the high…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A free community paper-shredding event is set for 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 18, at F&M Bank and Trust, 505 Broadway, in Hannibal. In a press release, Carl Watson, president of F&M Bank and Trust said, “In this age, with identity theft being such a concern, making sure to properly dispose…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation will be the host of a “Collective Goods,” formerly known as “Books are Fun,” book and gift fair from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 22 in the front lobby and hallways at Memorial Hospital. Proceeds from the fair will go to the Memorial Hospital foundation “Grow Our…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Holiday Marketplace, the Hannibal Arts Council’s annual art sale, begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, and runs until 2 p.m. After the opening day, HAC gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The HAC gallery is closed on…
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QUINCY — Recently released photos from the new James Webb Space Telescope show stunning images of the universe. Interested in learning how to produce images with your own equipment? The Quincy Astronomy Club is presenting a class at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 17, in Room A021 at John Wood Community College. Guest lecturer Doug Foote…
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QUINCY — The JWCC Foundation Board will be the host of an evening to honor retiring President Michael Elbe beginning at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, with a social hour and dinner and a program to follow. The event will be at the Quincy Country Club. Reservations are $50 per person. To buy tickets, contact…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Beth Haven Quilters will have their Fall Fling fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15, in the community room of Beth Haven East, 901 Central Ave. Quilts, crafts, baked goods and homemade candies and jellies will be offered for sale with proceeds going towards the purchase of Christmas gifts…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The November/December Art for the Health of it exhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council’s satellite gallery within the Hannibal Clinic features works by Hannibal artist Cyndi Taylor. Taylor primarily paints a variety of subjects using oils or pastels. She has painted professionally since 1981 and has taught art skills since 1995. Taylor’s commissioned…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Health Department is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association to provide a free educational session to community members about the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’sand the importance of early detection. The event will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York.…
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QUINCY — People living with diabetes, or people who are at higher-than-average risk for developing the disease due to family history, race or other factors, are invited to a no-cost A1C screening offered by Blessing Health. The free, non-fasting blood test will be conducted from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at Horizons, 224 S.…
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QUINCY — The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri was established in November 1997 with $1,050 in assets. Twenty-five years later, more than $14 million in grants have been distributed to grow communities in the 12 counties it serves. To commemorate its silver anniversary, the Community Foundation will host a “Friends of…
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QUINCY — Maverick Messmer Management LLC will hold an inaugural “Grateful for American Greats” concert and comedy act Saturday, Nov. 12, at Town & Country Inn and Suites. This event is to fundraise, celebrate and show appreciation for local first responders and military personnel with live entertainment, food and more during the Veterans Day observance…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Salvation Army of Quincy will serve a free community Thanksgiving dinner onfrom 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24. Delivery will be available to shut-ins. The meal will consist of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the trimmings. Attendees will need to make a reservation with The Salvation Army for either…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Children’s Museum will have a six-week satellite exhibit experience will be held beginning Friday, Nov. 11, at a space directly across from Kirlin’s in Quincy Town Center. The exhibit will be open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-noon and from 4-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours are noon-5 p.m. The experience is free…
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QUINCY — The Quincy charter chapter of American Business Women’s Association will be the host of a holiday craft and vendor show from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 at The Atrium on Third, 201 S. Third. Admission is $2 with food and concessions available.
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Winter is coming. And it’s not just the Game of Thrones world that fears it. Mothers, fathers, childcare givers alike, across the Midwest fear the cold that is coming. With temperatures freezing, so does our option to tell the kids to “just go outside and play,” at least for long periods of time. The cries…
Read Full Article QUINCY — In honoring tri-state veterans, the Kroc Center is offering free admission to all veterans on Friday, Nov. 11. Veterans can present their military/veteran identification to receive free entry and enjoy the Kroc Center’s many offerings, including the facility’s weightlifting and cardio areas, as well as the aquatic center. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont,…
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Ashley and Brittany talk to Amy Peters who is getting the Quincy Children’s Museum off the ground. The Quincy Children’s Museum will have a six-week satellite exhibit experience will be held beginning Friday, Nov. 11, at a space directly across from Kirlin’s in Quincy Town Center. The exhibit will be open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-noon…
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