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QUINCY — A Quincy company redeveloping a downtown building into mixed-use is requesting more than $300,000 in tax increment financing from the City of Quincy as part of its nearly $6.9 million redevelopment of a century-old building. The Finance Committee unanimously voted during its Monday night meeting to send the proposal to the full City…
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QUINCY — Illinois State Sen. Jil Tracy visited the Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center Monday morning. The QAVTC provides trade classes for area high school students to learn. The tour included stops in the preschool, auto body shop and other classrooms. The tour began with Tracy hearing from the construction teacher Dave Bellis. The students…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 More bang for the buck, when it comes to snack chips! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,093 of The Daily Dirt. 1. May I be the first to tip my hat to PepsiCo, the food and beverage company that has been quick to react…
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NEW LONDON, Mo. — A Saturday night crash north of New London left a Hannibal woman injured. A report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol said Sandra M. Charlton, 77, of Hannibal, was driving a 2018 Ford F-150 north on U.S. 61, a quarter-mile north of New London, at 10:25 p.m. when it crossed the…
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Tia Jackson, 33, 2038 Chestnut St. for stealing at 5211 Broadway. 122Cynthia Baselice, 53, 1516 N. 16th St for failure to yield – stop sign at 4th and Chestnut. 136Blake Wright, 28, 610 S. 21st for improper left turn at 24th and State St. 182
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Board of Public Works (HBPW) electric crew will be performing maintenance on electric lines from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Portions of the following streets will be affected — Broadway, 11th, Maple, and Center. Power will be shut off in these areas beginning at 8:30 a.m. Contact…
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In Loving Memory of Lawrence Henry “Larry” Zanger It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Zanger on October 9, 2024. A devoted father, grandfather, and beloved husband, Larry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to his family. Born on January 26, 1945 to Bob and Betty…
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Jennifer ‘Jenni’ Moran nee Howard born January 26, 1979; (45) of Quincy, formerly of Belleville, IL, passed away on October 19, 2024, after a long two and half year battle against Thymic Cancer. She spent her last days at Blessing Hospital where she received exceptional care from everyone on 6N, the ER and ICU. She…
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Patricia Ann White Lich entered the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 20, 2024 at the age of 93. She was born to Dennis and Wilma White on Mar. 27, 1931 in St. Louis, MO. She was a proud graduate of Lutheran High School, St. Louis. Patricia married Richard Lich on Jan. 14,…
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Kordell N. Tucker, 27, last known address in the 1900 block of Adams in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for aggravated discharge of a firearm. Tucker is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The City of Hannibal has implemented a burn ban effective immediately until further notice. A press release from Ryan Neisen, chief of the Hannibal Fire Department, says the ban is being implemented because of excessively dry conditions and the lack of rainfall in the current projected forecast. The Hannibal Fire Department will continue…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Marion County Ambulance District is offering parents or guardians of children with special needs a program that allows the district to be better prepared to take care of the children should a medical emergency arise. Information, including the child’s medical history, medications, allergies, baseline vital signs, baseline neurological status and common…
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QUINCY — John Wood Community College’s Student Life organization has announced the return of its annual Haunted Trails experience from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, and from 7 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25 at the Spring Valley Trails behind the Quincy campus at 1301 S. 48th. Open to the public,…
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Meet Pearl, a beautiful 4-year-old white German Shepherd mix searching for her forever home. With her striking appearance and loving personality, this little lady is ready to bring joy and warmth into your life. Pearl enjoys going for long walks, playing with her favorite toys, and curling up for cozy cuddle sessions. Pearl is truly…
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QUINCY — Two GOP mayoral candidates turned in petitions at the beginning of the filing period Monday morning at Quincy City Hall. Brink was first in line with 740 signatures on his petitions. Troup was third in line behind former City Clerk Janet Hutmacher, who was turning in the petitions for City Clerk Laura Oakman.…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Quincy Public Library will hold its semi-annual book sale Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 24-26 in the large conference room at the library, 526 Jersey. Shopping hours on Thursday are 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Hours on Friday and Saturday are 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The books are sold…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of an art exhibition featuring visiting watercolor workshop artist Marilynne Bradley from St. Louis. Bradley is showcasing her watercolors “Geometric Transformations” through Nov. 2. The Great River Watercolor Society & QU Art Department are co-sponsoring the event. An artist’s reception/refreshments are scheduled from…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — The best time to apply nitrogen fertilizer to promote fall forage growth has passed, says University of Missouri Extension state nutrient management specialist John Lory. Applying now does not promote growth and may increase the risk of forages accumulating nitrate. The recommended time to apply is late summer, preferably before Aug. 15,…
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QUINCY — A developer from Ohio recently filed an application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for a preliminary permit for a hydroelectric plant along the Mississippi River at Lock and Dam No. 21 in Quincy. Alan Skelly of Low Head Hydro M 11 LLC from Mount Orab, Ohio, filed the application on May 29…
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QUINCY — The announcement by Low Head Hydro M 11 LLC from Mount Orab, Ohio, of its proposal to study the feasibility of the proposed Mississippi Lock and Dam 21 Hydroelectric Project is not the first time a hydropower plant has been proposed in Quincy. The Quincy City Council voted in July 2006 to seek…
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QUINCY — Ray Burke returns to Quincy for the ‘Those who Rock the Dock’ performances at 7 p.m. on Nov. 8-9. Bands set to play over the weekend are The Hyland Church Band, Smokin Crawdads and Humanity Street Unplugged, Burke’s record with guest musicians. Forever will be reuniting to headline on Saturday, Nov. 9. This…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Oct. 21, 2024 If you’re like me, the first time you read “210 children” you will likely gasp … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,091 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are big families, and then there are BIG families. Next time you look around the living room…
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Who would be best to serve the future of the Western District of Marion County? Lacey Miller has been a very active citizen of Marion County for her entire life. She was involved in 4-H as a youth and as a leader as an adult. She was very active in the Palmyra FFA chapter and…
Read Full Article Madison Lepper, 31, 2225 N. 12th, Apt. 510 for driving through funeral procession at 18th and Locust. 122James Beers, 50, 631 Locust St. for improper driving at 4th and Maple. 178Jammie Meyer, 63, 1519 N. 10th for improper lane usage at 1023 N. 10th. 113Jody Daffern, 66, 2038 Maple St. for improper lane usage at…
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