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BARRY, Ill. — John Ator, a senior at Western High School, recently published his first graphic novel, “Thunder Bread.” This project began as an independent study course at the high school. Ator utilized Adobe InDesign to bring “Thunder Bread” to life. The graphic novel is now available on Barnes and Noble’s online platform. Ator also…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery, located in Brenner Library, is the site of the 35th annual Great River Watercolor Society exhibition featuring works created in the Marilynne Bradley “Geometric Transformations” workshop held on Nov. 2. The Great River Watercolor Society exhibition runs through Feb. 21 and is free and open to the public. The…
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QUINCY — Encore! Volunteer Council for the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association will present The Fairy Tale Tea on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Spring Lake Country Club. Seatings are scheduled for 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Children preschool age to fifth grade are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character and dance the morning…
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QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department will begin 2025 with the drama, “The Rich Full Life” by Viña Delmar. Set in the 1940s, the Fenwick family has a challenging family situation. Their 16-year-old daughter Cynthia suffers from a weak immune system. The continuous battle of preventing small colds and viruses so more challenging illnesses…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Hancock County Historical Society has a book available for purchase that highlights many Hancock County barns from 1830-1940 with photos and descriptions. Submitters shared memories and recollections along with these photos for the book title “Farm Barns and Structures.” Some of these barns are no longer standing structures. The 2023 derecho…
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Step inside 166 N. 18th Street here in Quincy. You know the one…with the stone lions and grand stone arch in the front. See Quincy and Muddy RIver TV presents Muddy TV Cribs where we get an inside look into peoples’ houses. In this episode, we tour the home of William J Maier and Michael A…
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Meet Sissy, a sweet and cuddly 3.5-year-old tabby with gorgeous green eyes! This lovely lady is as charming as she is beautiful, with soft fur and a playful spirit. Sissy is spayed and up-to-date on all her shots, so she’s all set for a happy and healthy life. Whether she’s curling up for a cozy…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s fourth concert of its 2024-2025 concert season is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. The production is a USO-style show titled Letters From Home with a mission to honor veterans, celebrate people and…
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QUINCY — The Fabulous Fur Ball, one of the Quincy Humane Society’s largest fundraisers of the year, will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, at The Armory Event Center, 416 Jersey. The Fur Ball is a Las Vegas-themed cocktail event where guests can enjoy a night of casino-themed entertainment with professional…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues Art Adventures, its popular creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The February Art Adventure is a creative project for grades K-5. Participation fees include all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. Students in grades K-5…
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URSA, Ill. — The Unity After Prom committee will hold Blacklight Bingo on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Ursa Farmers Co-Op building, 2397 Illinois 96. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with bingo beginning at 7:30 p.m. Teams of eight can participate for $25 if paid by Sunday, Jan. 26. The registration will include a reserved…
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QUINCY — Impact Global will hold a multi-cultural expo on Saturday, Feb. 8, at One Event Venue, 600 Hampshire. The expo will begin at 5 p.m., with doors opening at 4:30 p.m. The event will offer comedy, jazz music and singing along with a one-man theatrical act. The cost is $40 per person and includes…
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ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — Adams County is celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2025 with the publication of a commemorative Bicentennial book. This once-in-a-lifetime project aims to capture the vibrant history, rich traditions and enduring legacy of Adams County during the past two centuries. The Bicentennial Book Committee is calling on all Adams County businesses, organizations,…
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Meet Parker, a handsome 3.5-year-old mixed breed with a striking black and white coat and the most unique eyes—a captivating blue one and a warm brown one that will leave you mesmerized. This charming, handsome boy is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his vaccinations, ready to be your loyal companion. Parker is…
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Writing an essay can feel daunting, primarily when the topic is unfamiliar. But the truth is thatacademic writing mostly follows the same basic steps no matter the subject. When youunderstand the process, you can apply it to any subject, from science to literature. So, let’s simplify it. Equipped with some tips from an essay writing…
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QUINCY — The Standing Bear Council will be the host of the Intertribal Powwow, 12th annual Great River Eagle Days, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25-26, at the Oakley-Lindsay Center at Third and York in downtown Quincy. The event offers activities throughout the weekend centered around the majestic bald…
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MRN’s J. Robert Gough sits down with Jeff Mays, who is leaving his position with the City of Quincy next month. They discuss his long tenure of public service from state representative to lobbyist to state government agency director before working with the city’s administration.
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QUINCY — The documentary film, “The 1916 Project”, will be shown at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26 at Bethel Church, 12th and Jefferson. The film discusses the dark history of Planned Parenthood and its founder Margret Sanger. The public is invited this documentary, which will be shown free of charge. “The 1916 Project” uncovers…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association recently announced Kaylee Blunier, clarinet, as the winner of the esteemed Martha McCrory Young Artists Competition. Open to area 10th through 12th graders, the contest was held Dec. 14 at First Union Congregational Church. Blunier performed movements from Carl Maria von Weber’s “Concertino in E-flat Major.” She will…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College (JWCC) invites area high school students to join the festivities at Pep Day on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at JWCC’s Quincy campus. The event runs from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., with the opportunity for participants to stay and perform during the JWCC basketball games that evening. Pep Day is open…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre celebrated its 2024 season Jan. 10 at Town & Country Inn and Suites. The evening began with a formal dinner, followed by an awards and recognition ceremony honoring the remarkable contributions of QCT’s volunteers and participants. The highlight of the event was the presentation of QCT’s most prestigious award, the…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center invites the community to celebrate the artistic talents of area high school students at the 51st annual high school art competition on display Feb. 1-7. This juried exhibition is open to high school students in grades 9–12 from Adams County and surrounding counties, offering a platform to learn the…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Miss Adams County Fair Queen Madalyn Gibbs will compete this weekend in the Miss Illinois County Fair Queen Pageant in Springfield against more than 70 other county fair queens from all over Illinois vying for the title of Miss Illinois County Fair. The Illinois County Fair Queen Pageant will be held Saturday…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre will welcome guest director Katrina Ploof for the production of “Waitress.” Ploof is a native of Maine and the daughter of a music teacher and a vocalist. Based in central Florida since 1983, Ploof has directed, choreographed and coached more than 230 productions at theatres throughout the U.S. and Canada,…
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January: Clean up your act