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MACOMB, Ill. — To honor McDonough County’s connection to the Underground Railroad, Visit Unforgettable Forgottonia announces several upcoming events celebrating Abraham Lincoln’s legacy and impact in Macomb, including Unforgettable Lincoln Days and Macomb’s participation in Looking for Lincoln’s Journey To Freedom: Illinois Underground Railroad traveling exhibit. The following public events will inform and educate people…
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We are in sweatshirt in the mornings and t-shirt in the afternoons mode. Here’s “How’s the Weather up There?” from Farm and Home Supply.
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QUINCY — “With great power, comes great … wine!” No … “With great wine, comes great responsibility!” Wait, it’s … “With great whiskey, comes great power! With great wine, comes great whiskey?” For the love of Peter Parker, it’s something like that … (Hat tip to Spider-Man and his creator Stan Lee for the intro.)…
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QUINCY — The Range at KC will be the host of the first “Fore The Children” fundraising event on Saturday, Oct. 5, in honor of the Chaddock Children’s Foundation. This event will offer participants the chance to experience the new facility, with proceeds benefiting the programs and services of Chaddock. Teams of four will enjoy…
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BOOK NOOK: MRN’s Ron Kinscherf will be the guest author at Saturday’s Little Read at the Quincy Public Library. Ron talks to Madeline Brandon from QPL about that and everything else going on in a busy month of October.
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital Foundation is bringing back the October Moon Barn Dance at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at Smokin’ Gun Hunting Lodge and Event Center, 995 E. County Road 1550 in Hamilton. Bocephus Wayne will provide the pre-show beginning at 7 p.m., followed by an A-List Nashville. The event will have…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theater recently announced the cast of “The Phantom Tollbooth,” which will be under Director of Education Brendan Shea. Performances are scheduled for Oct. 17-20. Tickets go on sale Sept. 28. Seating is reserved. Cast members are: Rounding out the cast are Julian Holt, Bethany Carrell, Emma VanDeVelde, Ava Kaelke, Quinton Miller, Helen Smith,…
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QHS counseling department offering Thursday viewing of 'My Ascension' during Suicide Prevention Week
QUINCY — The Quincy High School Counseling Department will recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness during the week of Sept. 30 through Oct. 4. As part of the promotion, the department will be the host of a viewing of the movie “My Ascension” for QHS juniors and seniors on Thursday, Oct. 3. This is a documentary of…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College will offer two sessions of a beginner salsa and merengue dance class led by instructor Ignacio Anguiano-Reyes. No previous dance experience is needed. Participants will learn the fundamental principles of partnering, dance floor etiquette, timing and basic footwork. The first session will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct.…
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QUINCY — CLEAN Restoration, 3120 N. 12th, will hold its third annual Trunk or Treat from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. Vendors are invited free setup to support this community event. Bring materials to promote your business and also bring an activity or hand out treats to the little ghosts and goblins.…
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QUINCY — Square Peg Group Troupe will present William Shakespeare’s timeless comedy “Twelfth Night” at 7:30 p.m. Friday at the State Street Theater. This production brings mistaken identity, unrequited love and hilarious antics to life in one of Shakespeare’s most beloved works. “Twelfth Night” follows twins Viola and Sebastian, who were separated during a shipwreck.…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum will hold a fundraising event featuring Col. Frank Furr as the keynote speaker at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at the Quincy Country Club. This event aims to support The Quincy Museum’s 60th anniversary projects, 2025 exhibit lineup and essential capital projects. President Dwight D. Eisenhower established a joint…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently announced a lineup of eight shows and several new and expanding programs with its 2025 season announcement. “2025 promises to be a vibrant celebration of community and connection with some exciting new twists and turns,” executive director Burgundy Hill said in a press release. “With stories about resilience, self-discovery…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Orchestra, directed by Bruce Briney, begins its 77th season with its “Natural Wonders” concert at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, at Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. The orchestra will perform a contemporary piece by composer Roger Zare called “Fanfare Solaris.” It is inspired by the long days of summer…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Douglass Community Services will be the host of a Burgers & Brews fundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the Y-Mens Pavilion. Proceeds will go toward a capital campaign to raise money for a new facility for the organization. Great River Brewing Company will offer craft beers for sale.…
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Everybody meet Robin! Robin is 2 years old and is a Black Lab mix! He is a big sweet boy, who is always smiling and wagging that tail. He loves to meet new people and roll over for lots of belly rubs and pets! Some of Robins favorite things are squeaky toys, going on walks,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A celebration to honor the musicians of the band Uptown Strings will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Mayor Barry Louderman will present a proclamation from the city of Hannibal thanking the band members for their musical contribution to the city. The band, formerly…
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Brittany Boll takes you to Camp Point and the delicious Freeman Milki Way Farm, a true farm to table cafe just off the railroad tracks. Owner Gretchen Forsythe tells her story and whips up some of the best home cooking around. SEE Quincy sponsors Taste of the Town.
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County’s Woodland Cemetery ghost tours allow participants to take a trip into Quincy’s historic past. This walking event is scheduled on Saturdays in October plus Halloween night in Woodland Cemetery, 1020 S. Fifth. The tours will feature experienced guides who will lead the groups on paths…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will light up Friars’ Field, 20th and College, with 10 hot air balloons on Thursday, Sept. 26. This free event will start at 5 p.m. The balloons will light up from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from 5 to 8:30 p.m. from vendors: The…
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Mini Goldendoodle Puppies Ready to Go! Call or text 217-827-5125 for details!
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MEYER, Ill. — Red Dog Saloon will hold an “End of Summer” bash Saturday, Sept. 21, at the tavern in Meyer. Activities for the day will begin at 10 a.m. Events and activities scheduled will be a volleyball tournament, bags tournament, silent auction and raffles. Food trucks will also be on site. Entertainment includes Four…
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NAUVOO, Ill. — Sometimes a person must take matters into their own hands. Singer Drew Baldridge did that and soon became the first country singer to have a self-funded, self-promoted song, “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” hit the No. 1 spot on the Country Aircheck/Mediabase chart. It also landed third on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. No…
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QUINCY — Quincy Brewing Company and Fawn Berry Apothecary are bringing the handmade market back to Sixth Street from noon to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. Shopping will be available from nearly 70 different vendors selling skillfully crafted products such as furniture, clothing, accessories, food, apothecaries, ceramics, art, clothing, books, candles and vintage upcycled…
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UPDATE: Church officials said Wednesday the choir’s performance has been canceled and they hope to reschedule. QUINCY — The Watoto Children’s Choir will perform at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19, at Vermont Street United Methodist Church, 818 Vermont. The Watoto Children’s Choir is a group of African children’s choirs based in Kampala, Uganda, at Watoto…
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