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Dennis W. Gorman, age 82, of Quincy, died peacefully Tuesday morning, June 25, 2024 in Blessing Hospital. Dennis was born June 16, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Wayne and Norma (Laney) Gorman. He graduated from Quincy High School in 1960, attended Washington University in St. Louis, and then graduated from the University…
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QUINCY — Adams County will celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2025, and a company that has called the county home for 176 of those years will be the celebration’s presenting sponsor. On Wednesday, Knapheide presented a $100,000 check to the Adams County Bicentennial Commission at the Knapheide headquarters in Quincy. “Adams County has been a…
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Anna E. Parrick, age 97, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 9:13 p.m.in Blessing Hospital. Anna was born on June 14, 1927 in Barry, IL, a daughter of Karl and Juanita Cook Kurtz. On July 19, 1946, she married Richard Parrick in Barry, IL. He preceded her in death in 1990. Anna…
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Chicago — Governor JB Pritzker has signed a package of bills to incentivize corporate development and attract new businesses and capital investments to Illinois. The bill also expands River’s Edge Redevelopment Zones to seven new downstate communities, which will enable them to leverage new incentives to attract investments, create jobs and invest in their communities.…
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Albert F. “Bud” Sohn, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in Blessing Hospital. Bud was born on February 26, 1929 to Albert and Catherine (Timpe) Sohn. He married Joyce Mitchell on September 3, 1955. She preceded him in death on April 25, 2023. Bud was a veteran of the United States Army…
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QUINCY — The Quincy High School Alumni Association is the host of a summer mixer for alumni and friends from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday in conjunction with Blues in the District. Alumni from Quincy High School are invited to gather at the historic Washington Theater for an evening of celebration and connection. This event…
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Troy Smith, 47, of Quincy, warrant for Aggravated Criminal Sex Abuse victim older than 5 Years. 148Alexis Kissee, 26, of Payson for No Seat Belt. 147Sarah Koeler, 27, of Payson for speeding. 147Jacob Lugena, 22, of Hannibal, Mo., for Speeding. 147Tanya Sparrow, 53, of Liberty for Speeding. 147Walter Brachensick, 79, of Sutter for Improper Lane…
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When Missouri outlawed abortion two years ago, Nicole was far more worried for her grown children than for herself. It had been two decades since she last gave birth, when she suffered a serious stroke during labor followed by severe postpartum depression. She was outraged that the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will hold an educational cooking experience focused on diabetes wellness and education at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 10, at the Health and Wellness Teaching Kitchen. This event is open to people aged 18 and older. Participants will have the opportunity to cook a healthy meal together, leave with new…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital has instituted a new procedural change designed to improve the check-in process for patients scheduled for surgery. Effective June 25, all surgery patients will check in at the front desk under the clock tower at the hospital’s main entrance. Surgery patients previously checked in at the emergency room registration before…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — Homebank is celebrating its 90th anniversary at the end of June with a cookout from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, at 400 S. Main. The public is invited to the free event which will include lunch, entertainment and prizes. No reservations are required. Homebank was founded on June…
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QUINCY — The Adams County Board’s Transportation, Building and Technology Committee sent a recommendation to the full board to approve a solar farm near Fowler in Ellington Township, northeast of Quincy. The item will be on the County Board’s July 9 agenda to propose Summit Ridge Energy to build a 3-megawatt solar farm consisting of…
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FOWLER, Ill. — Dorothy Williams says just because she’s old doesn’t mean she will fall for a scam. “I am tired of people thinking it’s OK for them to come out here, I’ll give you money and they can do whatever the hell they want to my house,” she said. “I may be 82, but…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, June 26, 2024 One of the worst deaths possible would be locked in a room with that Bobby McFerrin song playing over and over and over … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 987 of The Daily Dirt. 1. More often than not, we look at music from the…
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There is absolutely no doubt Hannibal is known for its rich history, amazing art scene and world-famous people. However, Hannibal also is known for something else — and something very unique. Each year buried deep inside Tom Sawyer Days and surrounded by the Fourth of July, 60 teams from all around the Midwest gather by…
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It’s time for the turn card in the poker hand that is the Missouri governor’s race. Quick review for poker neophytes: in Texas Hold ‘Em, two cards are dealt face down to each player, while five “community cards” are dealt face up in three rounds – first, a group of three cards (“the flop”), then…
Read Full Article Shawn M. Durk, 44, of Keokuk, Iowa for No Valid Registration at 8th and Adams. NTA 113William S. Schmits, 49, of 2714 Elm for Disobey Stop Light at 8th and State. NTA 113Stephanie N. Minor, 36, of Camp Point for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured Motor Vehicle. NTA 128Gloria J. Brooks, 65,…
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Michael and Judith Veihl are celebrating 60 years of marriage. Michael Gary Veihl, son of Charles and Mildred Veihl wed Judith Kay Watkins daughter of D.R. and Mrytle Watkins, on July 4, 1964. The wedding ceremony took place at St. John’s Catholic Church by Father Victor Kaltenbach in Quincy, IL. Standing with them were Patrick…
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Harold Robinson, 80, of Quincy, passed away at 1:22 am Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Harold was born June 14, 1944, in Los Angeles, CA to Harold F. and Ruth (Shaw) Robinson. He was married to Karen McNett on July 30, 1966, in Quincy, IL. She survives. Other survivors include…
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QUINCY, Ill. – Quincy University’s Brenner Library is one of 50 sites in the United States selected by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum and the American Library Association to host the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition. This exhibit will be at Brenner Library from Oct. 23 to Dec. 4, 2026. In a press…
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QUINCY — Rustic Canteen, a fully equipped mobile bar, is serving Quincy and surrounding areas. Owned and operated by Tammy Ray, Rustic Canteen offers modern convenience for a variety of events such as weddings, backyard parties, graduation celebrations, corporate events and more. Tammy Ray brought her mobile bar dream to reality with a 50-year-old horse…
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