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August 6, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — Discussions about a new park in the southeast portion of Quincy, a boat dock in Clat Adams Park and rules for food trucks in city parks were held Thursday during the Quincy Park District’s annual planning session. Park Board commissioners talked for 5 1/2 hours about a myriad of topics. No votes were…
Read Full Article August 5, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — The U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee has given tentative approval to allocating $33 million to fully fund projects in the Upper Mississippi River Restoration program, including the restoration of Quincy Bay. A joint press release from U.S. Sens. Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth of Illinois on Tuesday announced that the Senate Appropriations Committee advanced…
Read Full Article August 4, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
The consensus from Wednesday’s Residential Rental Property Registration Committee meeting was the majority of Quincy’s landlords are good, the majority of renters are good, and bad actors on both sides are creating a problem. Landlords who attended the meeting said the discussion didn’t get to the problem. Advocates for renters seemed to believe the city…
Read Full Article August 4, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
CHICAGO — Gov. JB Pritzker announced Tuesday that masks will be required for students, teachers and staff at pre-K through 12th grade schools and day cares across Illinois, regardless of vaccination status. The new requirement formalizes the CDC guidance released in July on universal masking for both unvaccinated and vaccinated people in schools. The mask…
Read Full Article August 4, 2021 | By Jim Dewey
HANNIBAL, Mo. – Hannibal voters on Tuesday rejected a proposed half cent sales tax increase. The tax hike was known as Proposition 1 and was the only item on the ballot, which led to minimal turnout. There were 395 votes in opposition and 369 votes in support, a margin of 26 votes. The revenue was…
Read Full Article August 3, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — The City of Quincy is ready to spend money to attract new workers after approving on Monday night a resolution authorizing the Quincy Workforce Relocation Assistance Program. The program, known as Q-WRAP, is designed to provide up to $5,000 in a one-time property tax rebate to people who live outside Quincy and buy…
Read Full Article August 2, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — Leroy Rossmiller enjoys sitting on the front porch of his home on Hampshire near the middle of the double-block between 20th and 22nd streets. The wood floor squeaks softly as he leans back in his rocking chair, and the leaves rustle softly in the early morning breeze. And then the buses start moving…
Read Full Article August 1, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — Quincy Mayor Mike Troup isn’t sure if a problem exists, but he wants to examine the number of video gaming terminals in Quincy. Troup announced at Monday’s City Council meeting he is temporarily freezing the number of liquor licenses in his role as the city’s liquor commissioner. He noted that the city had…
Read Full Article July 31, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
Quincy’s mayor sits down with Bob Gough to discuss recent events that involved housing, rentals gaming and liquor licenses.
Read Full Article July 30, 2021 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Tear gas was used to help force a man out of the car he had barricaded himself in for nearly five hours on Friday. He was taken into custody. Quincy Police had set up barricades on North 25th Street between Spring and Oak, telling people to watch for crossfire Friday afternoon as they…
Read Full Article July 30, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
QUINCY — Quincy Superintendent of Schools Roy Webb wrote in a social media post on Friday morning that his “guidance” to the Quincy School Board regarding how the Quincy School District will deal with its COVID-19 response is being reviewed with the start of school looming next month. “I know many of you have seen…
Read Full Article July 29, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
QUINCY — When Keith W. Young III entered Courtroom 2B of the Adams County Courthouse on Thursday afternoon, the first thing he did was ask a bailiff for hand sanitizer. “I haven’t showered in three days,” Young told the bailiff through a blue-paper mask. “They got me on suicide watch …” Then Young muttered something…
Read Full Article July 29, 2021 | By Muddy River News
by Melissa Shriver-Hackemack MENDON – Jersey Hesse, 18, was crowned 2021 Miss Adams County during the Miss Adams County Fair Pageant. She is the daughter of Nicole Hesse, and Curt and Amanda Hesse. She lives in Ursa and graduated from Unity High School in May. Jersey plans to attend University of Illinois – Urbana Champaign this fall with…
Read Full Article July 28, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
by David Adam, MRN Editor QUINCY — The 91st annual Beaux Arts Ball will have two major changes. The date of the ball is March 26, 2022. The ball, an annual fundraiser for the Quincy Art Center, typically was held around Christmas. A press release from the Quincy Art Center said the date change will…
Read Full Article July 28, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
By DAVID ADAMMuddy River News Editor QUINCY — Malcolm Thomas had heard rumors for several days. So he wasn’t surprised when he and his girlfriend, Tarra Florea, learned Tuesday morning they had to move their belongings from the Welcome Inn, 200 Maine. “We already knew it was going to happen,” Thomas said. “There always were…
Read Full Article New labor deal calls for raises, garbage/recycling pickup changes; Troup freezes new liquor licenses
July 27, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — Your garbage will be picked up every day but three during the next three years. The Quincy City Council approved adoption of a three-year agreement with the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers, Lodge 822-District 9, concerning terms and wages from May 1, 2021 through April 30, 2024. The employees at the…
Read Full Article July 26, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — The golf clubs will go back in the garage. The honey-dos around the house will be put on hold. Phil Conover has accepted another interim position. The Board of Directors for the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce announced Monday it has selected Conover to serve as the organization’s interim director, beginning Monday, Aug. 2.…
Read Full Article July 26, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
QUINCY – While the drag shows may be no more, dancing will soon be taking place again on Quincy’s Washington Square. A group of siblings are operating a new business located at 124 N. 5th, which formerly housed Irene’s Cabaret and then, later, The Cab nightclub. “The Venue” will be the name of the establishment,…
Read Full Article July 24, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
By DAVID ADAMMuddy River News Editor QUINCY — Mayor Mike Troup expects to resolve the fate of a Quincy motel early next week when he reviews an engineering report on structural and safety issues. Michael Seaver, building official and director of inspection and enforcement for the city, met Friday for a walkthrough of the property with representatives…
Read Full Article July 23, 2021 | By Muddy River News
MENDON, Ill. — Three contestants will compete for the title of 2021 Miss Adams County Fair Queen on July 28. The contestants are:• Hannah Longlett, 19, is a daughter of Jeff and Tamra Longlett. She is a graduate of Liberty High School and attends Western Illinois University. Her sponsors are North Adams State Bank and…
Read Full Article July 23, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
MRN Publisher/GM Bob Gough gets an update on Adams County’s COVID status from Jerrod Welch, administrator of the Adams County Health Department.
Read Full Article July 21, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
The Quincy School Board Wednesday voted unanimously to make masks optional, for the most part, for the upcoming 2021-22 school year. On the day after QPS Superintendent Roy Webb released the district’s COVID-19 precaution plan, the School Board passed it 7-0 following more than 90 minutes of public comment before a packed house at the…
Read Full Article July 20, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — Superintendent Roy Webb released Tuesday afternoon on social media the proposed COVID-19 guidelines for the 2021-22 school year that will the Quincy School Board will vote on during its July meeting on Wednesday night. The proposal, which Webb posted on his personal Facebook page, “highly recommends” masks in indoor settings for unvaccinated people. …
Read Full Article July 20, 2021 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
The local company that first brought medical marijuana, then recreational marijuana, to Quincy has been sold to a company that owners say can compete better in a tough market. Bob Lansing and Christine Wildrick sold Herbal Remedies to Ayr Wellness, based out of New York City, for $30 million. Lansing said as he approaches age…
Read Full Article July 20, 2021 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — The City of Quincy is trying something different when it comes to filling potholes this summer. The Department of Central Services typically would send trucks throughout the city and patch holes with shovelfuls of a bituminous coal mix. “Yeah, the city has been doing that for 20 years, and it doesn’t work,” Quincy…
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