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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Bridge rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin on the Interstate 72 Mark Twain Memorial Bridge near Hannibal in mid-April. During the first few weeks of work, eastbound and westbound I-72 across the bridge will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction. In late April/early May, the I-72 bridge will close for…
Read Full Article VANDALIA, Mo. — The drivers of two vehicles suffered minor injuries in a crash on Wednesday morning three miles north of Vandalia. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that a 2012 Chevrolet Impala, driven by a 20-year-old man from Vandalia, was headed south on Missouri Route 154 and failed to yield at a stop sign…
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Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a series of projects Wednesday night that will enhance some of the city’s recreational facilities and sites. Among those projects is the replacing of 6,100 square feet of safety surfacing at the Lincoln Park playground, at a cost of $105,856. Repairs have been made…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A boy was born to John O. Steele Jr. and Amy Lynn Gille of Quincy at 6:35 p.m. Feb. 26, 2025.A boy was born to Madison Strothoff of Quincy at 9:28 p.m. Feb. 26, 2025.A boy was born to Adilson Fernando and Erin deSouza of LaGrange, Mo., at 2:55 p.m. Feb. 27, 2025.A…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Ag Banquet on Tuesday, March 11, at Town & Country Inn and Suites celebrates the contributions of the agricultural community and honors leaders who make a difference in the field. Bastert Farm Equipment was named the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness of the Year, Mike…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Board voted Tuesday night to spend more than $9.5 million to replace the roof and HVAC system at the courthouse at 5th and Vermont. The board opted to support local companies, despite their bids not being the lowest in each category. The $8.9 million bid from Peters Heating and Air Conditioning…
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. Teresa Morris, Christopher Barr and Jonathan Barr sold a residence at 729 Buchanan in Carthage to…
Read Full Article NORMAL, Ill. — The Illinois State University police filed a report Monday night following an incident at CEFCU Arena after the Quincy High School boys basketball team lost 58-50 to Lisle Benet Academy in the Class 4A Normal Super-Sectional. According to ISU Police Chief Aaron Woodruff, the report will not be released to the public…
Read Full Article Sinclair, Inc. is selling five of its local broadcast television stations, including local stations KHQA and KTVO, to former advertising sales representative for the Bally Sports-branded regional networks, which Sinclair once owned. According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Todd Parkin is now the principal owner of Rincon Broadcasting Group. An asset purchase agreement filed with…
Read Full Article NORMAL, Ill. — An on-court altercation between at least one student each from Quincy High School and Lisle Benet Academy resulted in a police investigation and multiple interviews being conducted as fans milled around Monday night following Benet’s 58-50 victory in the Class 4A Normal Super-Sectional at CEFCU Arena. After the Blue Devils and the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — As spring approaches, so do spring storms that may cause roof damage. After big storms, roofing companies may make the rounds in your neighborhood performing free inspections. While legitimate businesses use this strategy to reach new customers, con artists or dishonest companies can also take advantage of it to get your business. When…
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. Tina M. Rigsbey of Lexington, Ky., sold a residence at 1034 Madison in Quincy to Myron…
Read Full Article La GRANGE, Mo. — A Hannibal woman is facing two felony charges after she fled law enforcement officers in Wakonda State Park in Lewis County in July and was arrested last week. Members of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Department were called to a disturbance at 12:02 a.m. on July 2, 2024, at Wakonda State Park.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – All Hannibal Fire Department stations responded to a fire Saturday on the city’s south side. Just after 3:30 Saturday, crews were dispatched to 3520 Hamilton for a report of a structure fire. All stations responded with eight on duty crew members. Upon arrival on scene, flames were observed on the exterior of…
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