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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command’s annual fundraiser, “Unmasking the Singer,” a head-to-head singing competition between local celebrities and community members from Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., will take place April 25 at Town and Country Inn and Suites. Each contestant will take the stage in a mascot costume, performing in disguise as they compete for votes while raising…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues Art Adventures, its popular creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 4, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The April Art Adventure is a creative project for grades K-5 students. Participation fees include all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. This one-hour event…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Hooper Photography and Painted Threads are the hosts of a painting party and photo shoot Friday and Saturday, April 11-12, at Gather Event Venue, 507 Clark, and is open to all area school districts and Class of 2025 seniors. Painting being will be completed on Friday, and photo shoots will be held…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Arts Quincy is partnering with Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce to organize this year’s Dogwood royalty video contest. Arts Quincy will crown a Little King and Queen (ages 7-10 years old) and a Prince and Princess (ages 4-6 years old). Winners will ride with Arts Quincy in the Chamber’s Dogwood Parade on May…
Read Full Article CLARKSVILLE, Mo. — Elvis is in the building … at least his music will be. Raintree Arts Council is presenting a tribute to the king of rock ‘n’ roll for its annual fund-raising dinner concert. Doors for the event will open at 6 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 5,…
Read Full Article Meet Dodger, a 14-year-old tabby and white gentleman with the sweetest personality you’ll ever encounter. This beautiful senior boy is all about cuddles, purrs, and enjoying the simple joys of life. Though he is older, his love for affection is as strong as ever—he’s the perfect companion for anyone looking for a loyal, loving friend…
Read Full Article This month’s edition of Muddy TV Cribs shows you the home of Gail and Steve Herrington. It’s a John Benya designed home. Benya, a Quincy native, is widely recognized for his mid-modern style of architecture. SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitors Bureau, brings you Muddy TV Cribs.
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council, in partnership with Robinson Outdoor, is accepting entries for the 10th annual Art in the Open billboard art competition through Tuesday, April 15. This free competition is open to adults (18 and older) and youths (ages 8-17) residing within a 50-mile radius of Hannibal. Participants may submit up…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Registration is open for the eighth annual River Bluffs Paint Out. The communities of Hannibal and Canton are the hosts of the two-day plein air painting event May 3-4. Plein air events invite artists to communities where they create paintings outdoors and on-site. Painters will converge upon Canton on May 3 and Hannibal…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College (C-SC) was the host of the Missouri Small Schools Band Directors Association (MSSBDA) Festival on March 6, offering a day of music education and professional development for small school music educators and their students. The event brought together several talented student ensembles. MSSBDA’s mission is to support and empower small…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Catholic Charities will hold its annual fundraiser from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Town and Country Inn and Suites, 110 N. 54th. Proceeds from this event supports day-to-day operations. This year’s theme is “Murder at the Pizzeria,” a murder mystery featuring about a dozen local actors. The audience will…
Read Full Article Financial markets continue to evolve at a rapid pace, and as investors seek opportunities, they are paying close attention to the core principles by which companies operate. Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it is a fundamental requirement. Freedom Holding Corp., a Nasdaq-listed, US-based financial services company, is basing its global expansion on environmental, social,…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — Actor and comedian Jay Pharoah will take the stage at Western Illinois University in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. Pharoah is best known for his spot-on impressions. He spent six seasons as a cast member on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live.”…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Notre Dame Music Department will present its annual spring show, “Heart and Soul,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium at John Wood Community College. The QND Concert Chorale, Mixed Chorus, Men’s and Women’s Glee,…
Read Full Article If we received the same level of education for everything else as what we receive in regards to sex, we’d have writers who couldn’t spell, bankers who couldn’t count and lawyers with no concept of the justice system. We’re not necessarily here to debate why we don’t learn these things sooner, but we are here to make…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council has added a new Art@City Hall exhibit in the customer service area of the Collector’s Office. The exhibit, which will be on display through the end of May, features photographic reproductions of Young Masters Select winners from fifth-grade entries from the 2024 Young Masters exhibit. Art@City Hall is…
Read Full Article Meet Peaches, a 4-year-old orange Domestic Shorthair with a heart as sweet as his name! Peaches is a laid-back and affectionate kitty who loves snuggles and attention. Though Peaches is diabetic, he takes his insulin like a pro, and don’t worry if you’ve never cared for a diabetic cat before – the Quincy Humane Society…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre’s first show of their QCT Presents series is TheaterWorksUSA’s, “Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical.” This dynamic new production is based on the Creatrilogy series of books by New York Times bestselling author Peter H. Reynolds – “The Dot,” “Ish” and “Sky Color.” “Dot Dot Dot: A New Musical” will…
Read Full Article Luxe Health and Wellness Spa brings you the Sunday Sitdown with Nate and Katy. Get to know this couple who have started their business back home and are growing it … along with their family.
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently introduced the two talented casts of “Jack & Phil: Slayers of Giants, Inc.,” its 2025 QCT on-the-road production. This modern retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk is packed with wit, adventure and an important message about friendship and self-confidence. Follow Jack and his best (and only) friend, Phil, as…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Golden Globe and Emmy Award winning actor Kelsey Grammer is performing a second show at the Legacy Theater in Carthage at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 22. Tickets for the June 22 show are now available at the Legacy Theater box office and on line. Tickets for the first show on June…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Shots start to fire bright and early on Saturday mornings down at the North Side Boat Club, as kids of all ages gather to compete in the Quincy Quivering Clays Junior Trap League. December through March, clay targets are launched into the sky over the Mississippi River and shot at by some of…
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