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Gerald “Jerry” L. Hull, 79, of Quincy, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Jerry was born October 31, 1945, in Quincy, IL to Virgil and Dorothy (Frohn) Hull. He was married to Mary E. Baker on June 21, 1970, in Ursa, IL. She preceded him in death on November…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Andalusia) and Representative Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) have partnered to host a free Senior Expo in Carthage on Thursday, July 10. The event, featuring several area healthcare and senior services vendors, will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 10, at Carthage Primary School, 600 Miller St.…
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QUINCY — Judge Christopher Pratt has officially launched his campaign to be elected as At-Large Circuit Judge for the Eighth Judicial Circuit for the March 2026 Republican Primary and November 2026 General Election. Pratt was appointed to the position by the Illinois Supreme Court in June 2024 after being unanimously recommended by a local selection…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal School District #60 announced its revised free and reduced price policy for school children unable to pay the full price of meals served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. Local education officials have adopted the following family-size income criteria for determining eligibility: Children from…
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LEWIS COUNTY, Mo. — Cattle producers interested in improving the quality, consistency and marketability of their replacement heifers are encouraged to enroll in the Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program (SMS), Missouri’s premier heifer development initiative. Backed by research and supported by University of Missouri Extension livestock specialists, the program emphasizes reproductive soundness, health, genetics and overall…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, July 8, 2025 I wonder if Chisox fans are drinking less this year since the team is improved? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,336 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A recent report indicated which MLB fans enjoy consuming the most alcohol. And by alcohol, we mean…
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QUINCY — Quincy City Council concurred with the Plan Commission’s recommendation to deny Hope House’s request for a Special Permit to allow the use of 2122 Jefferson Street as a maternity house for pregnant mothers at risk of homelessness. Despite four citizens speaking during Public Comment in favor of Hope House, there was almost no…
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Nicole D. Ruble, 32, of Quincy for Adams County Warrant for Aggravated Battery. Lodged 173Kaleb J. Myers, 18, of Belleville for Stop Sign Violation at Bonansinga Dr. & Cedar St. NTA 181David J. Rogers, 20, of Warsaw for No Valid Driver’s License at 4th and Oak. NTA 184Kordell N. Tucker, 28, of Quincy for Improper…
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QUINCY – Quincy Fire Department and Tri-Township Fire Department responded to a large fire on the property at the former Doyle Manufacturing site at 40th and Broadway Monday evening. Fire crews got the call at 7:40 pm, according to Quincy Fire Chief Steve Salrin. Billows of smoke could be seen from downtown and, upon arrival,…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man was sentenced to six years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on firearms and drug trafficking charges Monday. Circuit Judge Holly Henze sentenced Jeffrey T. Bennett, 47, to six years for possession of a firearm by a felon and manufacturing and possession with intent to deliver cannabis of more than…
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Kaitlyn E. QuincyFemale 28 and D.O.B. 9/30/96 5’2”, 120 lbs Brown Hair Blue Eyes LAST KNOWN ADDRESS: 1500 BLOCK OF SOUTH 5TH ST, QUINCY She is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office on the following charge: Possession of Meth If you know where Kaitlyn Quincy can be found, please call the Quincy Regional Crime…
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Zeus – Zeus, the handsome 3-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix with a striking black-and-white coat and a heart as big as his name, is back to let you know he is still looking for his forever home! He is coming up on almost a year in care, patiently waiting to be adopted! He has…
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Henry “Bud” and Rosanna Voss are celebrating 45 years of marriage with an anniversary camping trip later this summer. The couple was married July 19, 1980 in Mary, Seat of Wisdom Church in Park Ridge, IL. Henry “Bud” is the son of the late Henry & Rita Voss. Rosanna is the daughter of the late…
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The Boston Marathon was set to kick off in 1967 when the starting gun fired. Just imagine the freshness of April air, which was rising in the air of the parting morning; the sneakers that were rubbing against the pavement and clouds of breath belonged to whom? A twenty-year-old girl, Kathrine Switzer, a student of…
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QUINCY — What happens when words aren’t enough to tell your story? At Clarity Healthcare, healing begins where words end — with a paintbrush, a piece of music or even a karaoke machine. Clarity Healthcare’s A.R.T.C program helps bring a voice to youth and adults strugglingwith mental health or substance abuse. A.R.T.C. was started in 2003…
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William J.E. “Bill” Benge, 80, of Quincy, died at 8:20 PM Thursday, June 26, 2025 in his home. Bill was born April 24, 1945, the son of Brian and Viola (Pennell) Benge of Quincy. They preceded him in death. He married Erma “Candy” Beaston, of Quincy, on October 29, 1962. Erma died on February 1,…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Exciting news for literary enthusiasts and romance lovers alike. Regina Hastings, a passionate writer and dedicated member of the Palmyra community, has announced the upcoming release of her debut historical romance novel, Stolen Destiny, set to be available on Amazon starting Aug. 1. The Kindle version is available now for pre-order. Hastings’…
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QUINCY — TAG (Teens Active in Grantmaking) will empower the next generation of changemakers through philanthropy. The Community Foundation is seeking applications from high school students for a new youth philanthropy program, TAG: Teens Active in Grantmaking. Designed to introduce philanthropy to Quincy teens, TAG members will step into the role of grantmakers, helping to…
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The team at Mark Twain State Park has announced the ribbon cutting for the newest trail at the park. The public is invited to attend the ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, at the new trailhead near the 107 Boat Ramp fish-cleaning station off Highway 107. The new Ben…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is paying tribute to employees at the Ronny Ferrel Hannibal Aquatic Center this summer with a special award each week. Ashley Davis, a freshman at Quincy University, has been named as the first Summer Spotlight Employee of the Week. Davis is in her first year as front desk/concession/slide…
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The digital age has brought unprecedented convenience to countless aspects of our lives, and online gaming stands out as a prime example. Yet, with this convenience comes a heightened awareness of digital footprints, data privacy, and online security. This awareness is particularly pronounced within the Millennial generation (roughly those born between 1981 and 1996), a…
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What is epigenetics? Epigenetics is the study of heritable changes in gene expression that do not involve alterations to the underlying DNA sequence. What does that mean in English? Scott Richardson tells us in this edition of “High Tech in the Heartland”.
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Daily Dirt for Monday, July 7, 2025 There was much more to Carter’s life than being a president and peanut farmer … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,335 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s one account of former President Jimmy Carter’s life that rarely gets showcased. “There are many remarkable facets…
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