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Local and state video gaming bounces back after COVID

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Data released last month in the annual Wagering in Illinois update issued by the Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability shows Quincy and Adams County now have 125 businesses operating 538 video gaming terminals. Those machines generated $24.7 million in Net Terminal Income (NTI) during Fiscal Year 2022, which the state classifies as July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022.

Ralls County woman now living in Alabama admits to embezzling $1.2 million from employer, faces 30 years in prison

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ST. LOUIS – A woman formerly from Perry, Mo., admitted on Thursday to embezzling more than $1.2 million from her employer during a six-year span. Stephanie D. Carper, 51, admitted taking advantage of her position as secretary of a family-owned Ralls County agricultural business to write checks to herself, according to a press release from […]

Hannibal man arrested by Missouri State Highway Patrol for child pornography distribution

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control arrested a Hannibal man after a child pornography distribution investigation. Members of the Division of Drug and Crime Control’s Digital Forensics Investigative Unit conducted the investigation.   Investigators executed a search warrant Tuesday, Oct. 4, at the residence of Gabriel Adam Cloutier, […]

Voters will decide on ‘right to unionize’ constitutional amendment

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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois voters will be asked in November to decide whether the right of workers to form unions and engage in collective bargaining should be enshrined in the state constitution. The first clause of the amendment contains two sentences. The first would establish a “fundamental right to organize and to bargain collectively and to […]

Real estate transfers in Pike County from Sept. 19-23, 2022

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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.  Tiffany Smith of Nebo sold a residence at 509 E. Jefferson in Pittsfield to Randy Smith […]

Court Appointed Special Advocates swears in eight volunteers in Adams County

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QUINCY — Eight CASA volunteers, along with staff member Kari Frink, were sworn in on Thursday, Sept. 22, by Judge John Wooleyhan at the Adams County Courthouse. Volunteers who were sworn in were Pat Bell, Melissa Hess, Maureen Kennedy, Theresa McGartland, Whitney Mintert, Les Sachs, Kearstin Sill and Kim Wright. CASA volunteers are trained community […]

QPD Blotter for Sept. 5, 2022

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Jacob E Eitel (19) Fowler Il for Retail Theft at 5211 Broadway Lodged 147 Nancy A Aden (59) 235 Royal Oaks for Faiulre to Yield Left Turn at 54th & Broadway PTC 147 Lisa L Fisher Sanders (52) 341 S 12th fro Speeding in School Zone at 14th & Jersey NTA 128 Cody A Smith […]

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church to be site of inaugural Koins for Kids event on Saturday

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LIBERTY, Ill. — Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church is hosting the first Koins for Kids event at its 1103 E. 1700th location, one mile from Quincy Regional Airport, at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. This event will serve as a fundraiser for child-based missions across the area. Koins for Kids will have many theme baskets […]

HPD Blotter for Oct. 5, 2022

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2022-018439, 10/05/2022 @ 02:46:09, 135 Communications Dr , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Disturbance – In Progress   Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M    Entered By C85 Venker, M S Adult Female Contact Mental Cases-Other 10/05/2022Adult Male Compl. Mental Cases-Other 10/05/2022Adult Involve Mental Cases-Other 10/05/2022          Public Narrative Disturbance reported at 135 Communications Dr.  2022-018440, 10/05/2022 @ 06:25:55, 3120 Palmyra Rd , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Alarm – Burglar   Officer Assigned 041 Borgmeyer, J […]

Quinsippi Island to be site of ghost tours sponsored by Friends of the Log Cabins

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QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins will be the host a ghost tour at their village on Quinsippi Island at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 and at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 13. The tour will feature ghost medium Kae Blecha divining the presence of those who once inhabited the […]

DAILIY DIRT: Along with Jim Rockford and Bret Maverick came some good music, too

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I’m not sure what was more fun today, putting together this second list of favorite theme music, or rekindling memories of James Garner, one of the baby boomers’ all-time favorite stars … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 415 of The Daily Dirt.

Quincy man gets 10-year sentence to federal prison for distributing more than 200 grams of meth

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A Quincy man was sentenced Monday to 10 years in federal prison, to be followed by five years of supervised release, by U.S. District Judge Sue Myerscough for distributing more than 200 grams of pure methamphetamine in Quincy. At the sentencing hearing, Marcus Moore, 35, formerly of the 2800 block of East […]

Kientzle, Miller named homecoming queen and king at Quincy Notre Dame

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QUINCY — Quincy Notre Dame announced its homecoming royalty during an assembly Wednesday afternoon. The homecoming parade will be held Thursday night, the homecoming football game is set for Friday night and the homecoming dance is set for Saturday night. Pictured above, front row from left: 3rd Junior Attendant: Violet Ehrhart, daughter of Mark and Gail […]

Moving and shaking in downtown Quincy

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There is quite a bit of activity in downtown Quincy right now. The old Quincy Paper Box building is being retro-fitted to house the new Quincy Children’s Museum. Derek Price has his lofts going up in the former MacDonald Stove building on Third Street Remember that vacant building set on fire at Seventh and State […]

Comptroller’s Race: Mendoza touts state’s fiscal progress, while Teresi focuses on recent corruption

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SPRINGFIELD – When former Gov. Bruce Rauner and the Democratic-controlled General Assembly spent more than two years at an impasse in negotiating a state budget from mid-2015 into 2017, the office of Illinois comptroller was thrust onto center stage. As the state’s chief fiscal officer, the comptroller is often referred to as manager of the […]

Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools announce 7 percent increase in enrollment

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QUINCY — Quincy’s Catholic Elementary Schools recently announced a 7 percent increase in enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year at its four schools — Blessed Sacrament, St. Dominic, St. Francis Solanus and St. Peter. This increase mirrors a national trend, as enrollment in Catholic schools nationwide has increased for the first time in many years. […]

QPD Blotter for Oct. 4, 2022

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Richard E Lewis (61) Lewistown Mo for Speeding at 3rd & Elm PTC 122 Megan M Kramer (27) 200 N 8th for Aggravated Battery and Threatening a Public Official at 200 N 8th Lodged 177 Payton A Willer, 18, 1245 1/2 Vermont St, Failure to Yield Left Turn at N 13th St and Broadway St. […]

Real estate transfers in Adams County from Sept. 19-23, 2022

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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.  Robert D. Brewer and Tara L. Brewer of Quincy sold a residence at 1256 Hampshire in […]

Just Married: Max and Genevieve Niemann

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Quincy native Genevieve Niemann and Max Miller, born and raised in the Chicagoland area, tied the knot on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Chicago, Illinois, at St. Mary of the Angels Church, which claims one of the longest aisles in all of the Cook County at nearly 230 feet. St. Mary of the Angels (1850 […]

HPD Blotter for Sept. 4, 2022

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2022-018369, 10/04/2022 @ 00:45:07, 3939 McMasters Ave , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Vehicle   Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M    Entered By C62 Potter, L M Adult Male Involve Suspicious Auto 10/04/2022Adult Involve Suspicious Auto 10/04/2022Adult Female Compl. Suspicious Auto 10/04/2022Adult Female Involve Suspicious Auto 10/04/2022          Public Narrative Suspicious vehichle was reported at 3939 McMasters Ave.  2022-018370, 10/04/2022 @ 02:07:24, Market St Marion, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop   Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, […]

Hannibal woman in Pike County Jail facing drug charges after traffic stop

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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — A Hannibal woman is in the Pike County Jail after she was arrested after a traffic stop. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop at 1:15 p.m. Sept. 20 on a 2004 Ford Freestyle on Jefferson Street near Madison Street in Pittsfield. After an investigation, the driver, Tonya C. Smallwood, […]

Hannibal Concert Association kicks off its 2022-23 season on Oct. 8

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association kicks off its 2022-23 concert season on Oct. 8. The HCA has brought a variety of world-class performances to the Hannibal area since 1945. The upcoming season includes a variety of musical styles and acts with a brass quintet, multi-media presentation, classic rock and rockabilly group, traditional jazz […]

Hancock County Sheriff’s Blotter for Sept. 23-29, 2022

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09/23/2022 JACKSON,DANIEL S (47 of Niota, IL) Possession of Methamphetamine, Fleeing/Eluding a Peace OfficerHAYES,ROBERT (53 of Elvaston, IL) Reckless DrivingPITMAN,CLAEB W (24 of Warsaw, IL) Domestic Battery)ANDERSON,RACHEL I (52 of Colchester, Il) Animals at Large 09/24/2022 YELTON,MELISSA S (42 of Casseville, MO) Hancock County Warrant, Driving While License SuspendedMILLS,DARYEN A (18 of Warsaw, IL) SpeedingDOUGLAS,NAVEAH J (20 […]

Trial for Quincy man facing three counts of first-degree murder set for January docket

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QUINCY — The trial for a Quincy man facing three counts of first-degree murder has been set for the January jury docket. Devere S. Gholston, 27, made a brief appearance for a status hearing in Adams County Circuit Court Tuesday afternoon with public defender John Citro before Judge Debra Wellborn. Another status hearing was set […]

First-degree murder trial for Quincy man placed on December jury docket

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QUINCY — The trial for a Quincy man facing attempted first-degree murder and aggravated discharge of a firearm charges has been set for the December jury docket. Donte M. Clausell, 34, is in federal custody on a separate firearms-related charge. However, he appeared in Adams County Circuit Court Tuesday morning with public defender Christopher Pratt […]

Deadline to buy tickets to Right to Life of Adams County’s ‘Respect Life’ dinner is Oct. 11

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QUINCY — Right to Life of Adams County invites community members to a “Respect Life” dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at the Holiday Inn, 4821 Oak. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. This year’s speaker is Anna DeMeuse. She joined Pro-Life Wisconsin in January 2019 after graduating from Marquette University with bachelor’s degrees […]

HPD Blotter for Oct. 3, 2022

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2022-018234, 10/02/2022 @ 08:36:08, Huckleberry Park , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Park Patrol- Huck   Officer Assigned 076 Munday, D L    Entered By 2635 Bounds, H W Adult Compl. Extra Patrol-Business 10/02/2022          Public Narrative Huckleberry Park Patrol  2022-018235, 10/02/2022 @ 08:37:37, 2721 James Rd , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Citizen Contact   Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W    Entered By C52 Holley, B P Adult Suspect False Alarm Administratively Closed 10/02/2022Adult Victim False Alarm 10/02/2022Adult […]

Quincy Medical Group’s annual ‘Bridge the Gap to Health’ raises more than $50,000 for YWCA Quincy

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QUINCY — More than 800 participants came together on May 14 to the riverfront in Quincy for the 22nd annual Quincy Medical Group Bridge the Gap to Health Race, which supported the supportive housing program at the YWCA Quincy. Representatives from QMG presented a check to the YWCA on Sept. 22 for $53,947.73. “Our race […]

Rokusek pleads not guilty at arraignment; case placed on January jury docket

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QUINCY — A Quincy man who allegedly recorded more than 200 videos of people in a locker room/restroom area without their permission while they were showering or changing clothes pled not guilty Tuesday morning. John Rokusek, 60, was arraigned in Adams County Circuit Court by Judge Amy Lannerd. He appeared with his attorney, Denny Woodward. […]

Sentimental Journey Dance Band, an 18-piece band from St. Louis, to perform Saturday in Hannibal

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Moonlight Ball Committee, in cooperation with the Hannibal Arts Council, will be the host a special evening of big band, ballroom and swing with the 18-piece Sentimental Journey Dance Band from St. Louis from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Quality Inn and Suites, 120 Lindsey Drive. Requested attire is […]

QPD Blotter for Oct. 3, 2022

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Rebecca D Borrowman (58) Barry Il for Failure to Yield Right Turn at 48th & Broadway PTC 147 Jermaine Q Harper (22) 631 Lind for Criminal Trespass to State Supported Land at 527 Broadway NTA 126 Daniel D Williams (55) of Quincy, arrested for Peace Disturbance at 5101 Broadway on 9/20. NTA 174 Nicole L […]

Quincy Art Center announces fall classes beginning week of Oct. 11

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QUINCY — Students will be working with storybooks, color and design and mixed media beginning next month at Quincy Art Center. Classes begin the week of Oct. 11 for preschool, kindergarten-third grade, and fourth-eighth grade students. Preschool students will learn “The Art of Storybooks,” where they will read a storybook with their instructor each week […]

City planner says Planet Fitness going into former County Market; aldermen OK spending tax dollars on three-bay development at 30th, Broadway

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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved a resolution during Monday night’s meeting to enter into a Mid-Town Business District redevelopment agreement with the Charles & Kathie Marx Trust to put $200,000 toward the construction of 6,000 square feet of retail space for three businesses on the northeast corner of 30th and Broadway. Chuck Bevelheimer, director of […]

Aldermen want another organization to spend $12,500 on hotel market feasibility study

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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council rejected by an 11-2 vote Monday night a resolution to spend no more than $12,500 on a hotel market feasibility study. John Mast, R-5, voted against the resolution, but he isn’t against the idea. “It was not against hotels in any way,” he said. “But should the city be […]

Taming the Upper Mississippi, Chapter 5: Drainage districts and the agricultural economy

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Muddy River News has received permission to reprint reviews and chapters from the book, “Taming the Upper Mississippi: My Turn at Watch, 1935-1999,” written by Janice Petterchak. The book reflects on flood protection, navigation and the environment on the upper Mississippi River through the eyes of Quincy engineer William H. Klingner. You can […]

Two face felony charges after traffic stop conducted in Kinderhook

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KINDERHOOK, Ill. — Two people are lodged in the Pike County Jail and face felony charges after the Pike County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop on Illinois 106 in Kinderhook. An investigation was conducted at 10:24 p.m. Sept. 9 on a silver 2007 Ford. After an investigation, a passenger, Gregory S. Lish, 38, of […]

‘We’re all pretty thick-skinned’: Substitute judge rules against Yohn in motion hearing asking for substitute judge

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QUINCY — Judge Holly Henze on Monday denied Bradley Yohn’s request for a substitute judge in his jury trial scheduled to begin Nov. 7 in Adams County Circuit Court, telling him, “Just because a judge denies a motion or otherwise rules against a defendant doesn’t automatically mean the judge is prejudiced.” Henze was called in […]

Brown County joins lawsuit challenging “SAFE-T Act”

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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Brown County’s law enforcement officials have joined several of their colleagues from across the state to sue and challenge the legality of what is commonly known as the “SAFE-T Act.” On Monday, Brown County State’s Attorney Mike Hill and Sheriff Justin Oliver joined the suit against Illinois statewide officials Attorney General […]

Planned Parenthood launching mobile abortion clinic in Illinois to boost access in Missouri

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In an effort to fortify access to abortion throughout the Midwest and in Missouri, where the procedure is almost entirely banned, Planned Parenthood is launching a mobile clinic across the state line in southern Illinois.  The mobile clinic will be part of Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri, and will provide […]

Adams County coroner identifies drivers killed in Saturday crash on Illinois 336

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QUINCY — Adams County Coroner Scott Graham issued a press release at 1:54 p.m. Monday identifying two of the three people who died in a traffic crash on Illinois 336 Saturday morning.  Graham said the driver of the pickup truck was Timothy H. Ogle of Loraine, and the driver of the sedan was Terra L. […]

High inflation could lead to property tax hikes in Illinois

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Illinoisans’ property taxes could increase 5% starting in 2023 as local governments consider raising rates by the maximum allowed level to offset losses from decades-high inflation. Truth in Accounting founder Sheila Weinberg  said Illinois experienced 7% inflation in 2021, the highest level reported since the state instituted a property tax cap in 1991. The Property Tax Extension […]

QPD Blotter for Oct. 2, 2022

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Michael Graff (32) 918 S. 9th Quincy, IL for shoplifting at 1400 Harrison. NTA. 121 John Rives (57) 2418 High St Quincy, IL for domestic battery at that address. Lodged. 147 Frank Keeler (38) 1130 Jersey Quincy, IL for criminal trespass to residence and criminal trespass to property at 1005 N. 5th. Lodged. 144 Cayden […]

HPD Blotter for Oct. 2, 2022

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2022-018234, 10/02/2022 @ 08:36:08, Huckleberry Park , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Park Patrol- Huck   Officer Assigned 076 Munday, D L    Entered By 2635 Bounds, H W Adult Compl. Extra Patrol-Business 10/02/2022          Public Narrative Huckleberry Park Patrol  2022-018235, 10/02/2022 @ 08:37:37, 2721 James Rd , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Citizen Contact   Officer Assigned 031 Kuhlman-Pfeiffer, Z W    Entered By C52 Holley, B P Adult Suspect False Alarm Administratively Closed 10/02/2022Adult Victim False Alarm 10/02/2022Adult […]

Local births from Sept. 25-29, 2022

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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Blake and Madison Hetzler of Maywood, Mo., at 9:41 a.m. Sept. 25, 2022.A girl was born to Andrew and Mackenzie Haines of Quincy at 5:16 p.m. Sept. 26, 2022.A boy was born to Joshua and Rhylee Warning of LaGrange, Mo., at 8:01 a.m. Sept. 28, 2022.A boy was […]

Bridge across McKee Creek, north of Kellerville Blacktop, to close for repairs on Tuesday

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CAMP POINT, Ill. — The Adams County Highway Department will be closing the bridge carrying traffic on East 2253rd Lane (highway south of Camp Point) across McKee Creek on Tuesday, Oct. 4. The bridge is approximately 5.8 miles south of Camp Point and 1.8 miles north of the Kellerville Blacktop. No detours for the repair project will […]

Annual fundraiser for Advocacy Network for Children to be held Oct. 21 at the Ambiance

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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold its annual fundraising event, “Tailgate to Celebrate,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 at The Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. Live and silent auctions, games, a raffle and more will be offered. Local businesses and volunteers donate their time and merchandise for the event. The dollars raised will […]

HCA to present Copper Street Brass as season opener on Saturday

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association kicks off its 2022-2023 concert season on Saturday, Oct. 8 with Copper Street Brass, which will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Copper Street Brass is a Minneapolis-based sextet composed of two trumpets, trombone, tuba, French […]

Hull man faces five counts of aggravated battery, nine counts of domestic battery

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HULL, Ill. — A Hull man is facing several charges of battery after his arrest on Sept. 21. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department arrested Kris W. Koeller, 50, and charged him with five counts of aggravated battery, nine counts of domestic battery and one count of endangering the life or health of a child. The investigation began […]

Pritzker says he’s considering SAFE-T Act changes, Bailey urges full repeal during virtual forum

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SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker is considering changes to the SAFE-T Act criminal justice reform to clarify provisions related to the end of cash bail in Illinois, while his Republican challenger, state Sen. Darren Bailey, continues to push for a full repeal. The candidates shared their thoughts Friday on those and other issues during a […]

Five local entrepreneurs present business plans during SparkNIGHT event

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Five local entrepreneurs and small business owners put their business plans on display to the public at the first SparkNIGHT event on Sept. 13 at the Rialto in downtown Hannibal. The night started with a one-hour trade show environment where the participating entrepreneurs informally presented their business plans to investors. For the […]

Kroc Center offering fall activities for toddlers and young children starting Tuesday

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QUINCY — The Kroc Center is offering Toddler Time: Mommy and Me in the gymnasium from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesdays from Oct. 4-Dec. 20. This special drop-in playtime is just for guardians and toddlers (age 5 and under). Participants will enjoy social time while little ones play in the gymnasium. All toddlers must be accompanied […]

New health, wellness center to open Tuesday at Memorial Hospital

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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The Illinois Department of Public Health has approved for Memorial Hospital to start using its new health and wellness center within the hospital on Tuesday, Oct. 4. Patients will use the side entrance of Memorial Hospital to gain access to the center, which has space for diabetes education, a sleep lab, a […]

QPD Blotter for Oct. 1, 2022

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Gerald Schwarz (43) 421 N. 8th Quincy, IL on a warrant for Unalwful Possession of Methamphetamine and new charges of operating vehicle with suspended registration, expired DL, and operating uninsured vehicle. Lodged and NTA. 147 Channin Bassett (34) 620 College Quincy, IL for domestic battery at that address. Lodged. 186 / 131 Carl E. Douglas […]

HPD Blotter for Oct. 1, 2022

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2022-018195, 10/01/2022 @ 00:29:35, 297 Munger Ln 16, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Trespass   Officer Assigned 032 Allen, B J    Entered By C61 Jaworski, J M Adult Male Suspect Poss: Cont. Substance Cleared by Arrest-Adult 10/01/2022Suspect Trespass Administratively Closed 10/01/2022Adult Victim- Poss: Cont. Substance 10/01/2022Adult Female Compl. Trespass 10/01/2022Victim Trespass 10/01/2022          Public Narrative Trespassing report 297 Munger Ln apartment 16.  2022-018196, 10/01/2022 @ 00:29:56, 800 Pleasant St , Hannibal Nature of […]

Voting for Encore’s ‘Battle for the Baton’ begins Sunday

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QUINCY — Five well-known residents of Quincy will compete for the honor to become the “celebrity” conductor of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra in the 2022 Battle for the Baton presented by Encore, the volunteer council for the QSOA. The winning candidate will conduct “Sleigh Ride” during the ever-popular holiday concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. […]

DAILY DIRT: Has there been a better decade than the ’90s for movies?

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The ’90s were certainly Tom Hanks’ best-ever decade on the silver screen…. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 411 of The Daily Dirt. 1. In both Friday’s and Saturday’s Daily Dirt I mentioned the 1995 film “Clueless,” which got me thinking, which led to some research, which eventually led to this statement: […]

St. Louis man receives 20-year sentence after committing armed robbery in home of Pittsfield victim

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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Judge Debra L. Wellborn sentenced Jordan R. Rahaman of St. Louis on Thursday in Pike County Circuit Court to 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for an armed robbery committed on Sept. 8, 2021, in Pittsfield.  Wellborn also sentenced Rahaman to concurrent 5-year sentences on charges of aggravated battery causing […]

VFW to hold fish fry on the first Friday of October, November and December

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PALMYRA, Mo. — VFW Post 11041, 316 S. Main, will be the host of a fish fry on the first Friday of the month for the next three months. Dates are Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2. Serving hours are 4-7 p.m. A catfish fillet, VFW spuds, baked beans, cole slaw, cornbread, dessert and drink will […]

Pumpkin ushers in fall decorations, foods

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STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – It is pumpkin time, when people celebrate the versatile vegetable that marks seasons, holidays and traditions. This member of the squash family has been grown in North America for thousands of years, says University of Missouri Extension horticulturist Katie Kammler. Some pumpkins are kitchen workhorses, lending color, fiber and flavor to […]

Richard Niemann Sr., 1931-2022: Regional grocery chain prospered for more than 50 years under his guidance

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QUINCY — Rich Niemann Jr. summarized his father’s life as a family man and as a businessman by calling him a “guardian of truth and honesty.” Richard Henry Niemann, Sr., who spent more than 50 years with the Niemann Foods regional grocery chain as president, chairman, CEO and chairman emeritus, died Sept. 25, 2022 in […]

Two dead after crash between truck, sedan Saturday morning on Ill. 336 north of Mendon

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QUINCY — Two people died in a traffic crash on Illinois 336 Saturday morning.  The Adams County Sheriff’s Department issued a press release at 5:23 p.m. Saturday that said the accident happened just south of N. 2475th Avenue, in Keene Township between Mendon and Loraine, in the southbound lane. Four other people were injured in the […]

Daily Dirt: Forget Halloween, the best October holidays all deal with food

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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022 Well, don’t totally forget Halloween. There’s food involved with that celebration, too … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 410 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s the first day of October, a month best known for Halloween — which we will have some fun with […]

QPD Blotter for Sept. 30, 2022

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Warren J Pilliard (78) Keokuk Ia for Failure to Obey Stop Sign at HWY 24 & Kochs Ln PTC 147 Joseph A Melcher (25) 1213 Highland for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid Accident in the 1100 block of Locust PTC 186 Jessica C Shultz (33) Rutledge Mo for Driving While License Suspended at 2nd […]

HPD Blotter for Sept. 30, 2022

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2022-018102, 09/30/2022 @ 00:51:44, 6000 Hospital Drive ER, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Drugs Information   Officer Assigned 020 Jobe, J B    Entered By C67 Chavez, M BG           Public Narrative Drug information reported at 6000 Hospital Drive.  2022-018103, 09/30/2022 @ 02:58:28, 3500 Stardust Dr Blk, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Citizen Contact   Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V W    Entered By C46 Reynolds, S M           Public Narrative Citizen contact […]

Legislature sends $764 million income tax cut to Missouri governor; House ends effort to cut corporate income tax

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The Missouri House on Thursday abandoned its attempt to cut corporate income taxes after Gov. Mike Parson signaled his opposition to the move. Instead, House Republican leaders put a Senate-passed tax cut plan up for a vote, but not before one Democrat called “shenanigans” because the move blocked plans to offer amendments. By a 98-32 vote, the House sent […]

Clarksville, Mo., to get $1.7 million EDA grant to help build removable flood wall 

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The city of Clarksville, Mo., will be receiving a $1.7 million Economic Development Administration grant to construct a removable flood protection system along the Mississippi River to keep businesses open and operating while protecting the historic downtown. This EDA grant will be matched by $10 million in state funds. “I’m thrilled to […]

Taming the Upper Mississippi, Chapter 4: The early life and career of William H. Klingner

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Muddy River News has received permission to reprint reviews and chapters from the book, “Taming the Upper Mississippi: My Turn at Watch, 1935-1999,” written by Janice Petterchak. The book reflects on flood protection, navigation and the environment on the upper Mississippi River through the eyes of Quincy engineer William H. Klingner. You can […]

Bond set at $750,000 for Quincy man found with package containing kilogram of cocaine during narcotics investigation

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QUINCY — Bond has been set at $750,000 for a Quincy man who was arrested Wednesday with more than a kilogram (2.2 pounds) of cocaine that was discovered during a narcotics investigation. Sami J. Grullon, 25, of Quincy, made his first appearance in Adams County Circuit Court on Thursday afternoon before Judge Tad Brenner. He […]

Beatles vs. Stones tribute show set for Saturday in Legacy Theater in Carthage

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CARTHAGE, Ill. — The critically-acclaimed “Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown” production will bring its fall tour to The Legacy Theater, 1160 Buchanan, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. This show takes the audience on a musical trip to the heart of the British Invasion, to witness the greatest concert that never was — The Beatles […]

To commemorate its Diamond Jubilee, Cornerstone announces campaign goal of $75,000

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QUINCY — The Family Service Agency opened its doors on Oct. 1, 1947 in the Western Catholic Union building to provide counseling to individuals and families in Quincy and Adams County. The Family Service Agency, now known as Cornerstone: Foundations for Families, is still providing the skills, support and hope to individuals and families in […]

Three Barry residents in Pike County Jail facing multiple drug charges

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BARRY, Ill. — Three people are in the Pike County Jail and face multiple drug charges after they were arrested Thursday. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department and West Central Illinois Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 9:18 p.m. Thursday at a residence in the 700 block of Williams in Barry. After an investigation, […]

Quincy University’s celebration of Franciscan Heritage Week starts Sunday

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QUINCY — Quincy University will celebrate Franciscan Heritage Week Oct. 2–7. The public is encouraged to join faculty, staff and students at the events hosted by QU Campus Ministry. The celebration will begin at 7:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, with an Ignite Praise and Worship service at the Campus Ministry House, 823 N. 20th. Other […]

Toys for Tots national program turns 75 this year; Northeast Missouri group hopes to help 1,600 children

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Maj. Bill Hendricks with the U.S. Marine Corps was inspired by his wife Diane 75 years ago when she tried to donate a homemade Raggedy Ann doll to a needy child but could not find any organization to do so. At her suggestion, he gathered a group of local Marine reservists who coordinated and collected […]

Dragonflies moving south as temperatures start to cool off

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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — The days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are starting to cool off. We can start seeing changes in the landscape. Many of our landscape plants are starting to look a little ragged this time of year, while others, like goldenrod and asters, are in their full glory. Before we know it, […]

Riedel Foundation awards grant for homeless prevention and assistance

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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Project Community Connect is the latest organization to receive a grant award from the Riedel Foundation. Riedel trustee April Baldwin presented a $7,500 check to PCC for an upcoming event to combat homelessness in Hannibal. PCC is the host of a one-day event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Admiral […]

Griggsville man charged in connection to three Pike County fires in September now charged in July fire

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GRIGGSVILLE, Ill. — Additional charges have been filed against a Griggsville man charged in connection to a series of fires in Pike County. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department filed charges on Sept. 19 of burglary, arson and criminal damage to property (between $10,000 and $100,000) in connection to an incident on July 26. Travis D. […]

Pro-life supporters asked to form life chain Sunday at 16th and Broadway

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QUINCY — The Catholic Church in the United States celebrates October as Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is designated as Respect Life Sunday.  Community members are invited to join with other area pro-life supporters at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, in peaceful public witness. A life chain for 60 minutes will allow supports […]

Registration open for ‘Pink Pass it On in the District’ 5k walk on Oct. 22

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QUINCY — Registration is now open for the 16th annual “Pink Pass It On in the District” 5K walk for breast cancer awareness on Saturday, Oct. 22 in Washington Park. Walkers are asked for a minimum $25 donation. Each participant will receive a t-shirt. Children under 12 can walk for free. Registration is accepted up […]

Group ukulele lessons to begin Thursday at Kroc Center

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QUINCY — Learn a new instrument by registering for upcoming group ukulele lessons to be held from noon-1 p.m. on Thursdays, Oct. 6-27 at the Kroc Center. Education and fine arts specialist Jonathon Weller will teach the class. “Ukulele is such a fun instrument, and I’ve loved getting the chance to teach this class over […]

State to reduce $1.8 billion federal unemployment debt by $450 million

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SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker announced a plan Tuesday to reduce a $1.8 billion Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund deficit by $450 million through an infusion of unemployment-related revenues. The trust fund is the pool of money paid into by employers to provide a social safety net for unemployed individuals. The employer’s insurance premiums are essentially […]

QPD Blotter for Sept. 29, 2022

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Bobby L Wofford (53) Homeless for Armed Violence, Possession of Firearm by Felon, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Trespassing to State Supported Land, FTA Delivery of Methamphetamine & Marion Co FTA Delivery of Controlled Substance at 527 Broadway Lodged 177 Duane E Barham, 28, 525 S 18th St, Expired Registration and DWLS at […]