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Tyler R. Arbet, 28, 401 Cherry St. on a Adams County Warrant for Possession of Meth less than 5 grams and FTA Disobey Stop Sign at S. 8th St. and York St. Lodged 169Douglas Fields, 60, 1516 Penthouse Dr. on a warrant for FTA – Meth Delivery and a new charge for Possession of Meth.…
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The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is asking for over $174 million in supplemental funding for this school year after receiving $1 billion less in appropriations compared to the previous year. When the State Board of Education reviewed the budget bill approved by lawmakers in May, Board Chair Charlie Shields predicted that “the mother…
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Illinois is one of just 12 states that still has a state estate tax. Thirty-eight other states do not have a state estate tax. To keep Illinois competitive, we need to eliminate this tax. The estate tax is imposed on a decedent’s estate before distribution to heirs. The amount of the tax is calculated after…
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UPDATE: With the City of Quincy boil order lifted on Saturday, Blessing Hospital will resume normal business hours at its off-site patient care facilities on Monday, Sept. 16. Those patient care facilities are Blessing Express Clinic, Blessing Diagnostics & Imaging Center at 4800 Maine, Blessing Health Center at 927 Broadway. Blessing Employer Clinic at 24th…
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MILTON, Ill. — The Milton Military Mustangs of WWII committee will be holding a ceremony at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, on the Milton village square to honor the 125 people from that community who served in WWII. The program will include a color guard from the American Legion, opening remarks by Lt. Col.…
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QUINCY — Oral arguments in the appeal case for convicted murderer Tim Bliefnick will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 16 by Zoom. Becky Bliefnick, who had three sons with Tim Bliefnick, was found dead by her father in her home on Feb. 23, 2023, after being shot 14 times. She was 41. Tim Bliefnick was convicted…
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Marilyn Ann Lehenbauer, age 84, of Quincy, died on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 12:01 am in the Good Samaritan Home. She was born June 19, 1940 in Peoria, Illinois the daughter of Herbert W. and Dorothy B. Schachtsiek Lehenbauer. Marilyn was a 1958 graduate of Pittsfield High School, and a graduate of Gem City…
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Douglas “Doug” Olson, age 68, of Quincy, died on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 in his home. He was born on January 7, 1956, the son of Glen and Frances Louise Noble Olson. He married Deborah “Debbie” Marquardt on June 27, 1981 in Quincy, Illinois. She survives. Doug was a graduate of Highland High School in…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center has announced the 30th anniversary of the Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase, honoring the rich artistic talent in Quincy and the surrounding region, will run from Nov. 22 to Jan. 4. The showcase has grown into a platform that provides artists with opportunities for recognition,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Maria Kuhns has earned the nationally recognized designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), denoting a mastery of skills in economic development and a dedication to personal and professional growth. Kuhns is the executive director of the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council and the Hannibal Regional…
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QUINCY — Blessing Health is the host of a series of free Medicare informational sessions across the region during October to help seniors better understand their options for the annual national Medicare open enrollment period from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. Blessing is modifying its approach to Medicare Advantage Plans, accepting a select group of…
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Ready for another weekend of beautiful weather … and football? Here’s “How’s the Weather up There?” from Farm and Home Supply.
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UPDATE: Quincy Public and Parochial Schools are dismissing because of the city’s water situation. Schools will dismiss 3 hours early. 11am – The Academy, 11:25 am: QHS, 11:41 am: QJHS, 12:15 p.m.: Elementary. Quincy Mayor Mike Troup said the city was awaiting word from the Illinois EPA on how to proceed with the boil order…
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QUINCY — A Hannibal man wanted on attempted first-degree murder charges since August 2022 was denied pretrial release for the second time on Wednesday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court. Jayshon A. Levy, 21, appeared with Public Defender Mark Taylor before Judge Holly Henze. He has been charged with one count of attempted first-degree murder,…
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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. Kevin A. Carder of Quincy sold a residence at 110 North Bay Drive in Quincy to…
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Donna Rose Swords, 77, of Overland Park Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Donna was born November 14, 1946, to Robert and Florence (Beck) Terstriep in Quincy, Illinois. Donna grew up on a farm with 8 siblings and learned at the early age the importance of hard…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 The Hoff and Pee Wee Herrman were also old school mates … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,058 of The Daily Dirt 1. Did you go to high school or college with anyone famous? I think my biggest claim to fame was attending high school…
Read Full Article Tyquan D. Campbell, 28, 620 N. 6th for FTA Stealing. Lodged 144Stacee M. Wilkins, 28, 923 N. 6th for Possession of Meth, Possession of Controlled Substance & Possession of Lost or Mislaid Credit Card. Lodged 112Dixie T. Rogers, 32, Quincy for possession of meth and obstructing a peace officer at 8th and Cherry. Lodged. 181Kyle…
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QUINCY — Mr. K’s Fabric Shop is having a grand re-opening event to celebrate 50 years in business from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held. Attendees can to explore the newly renovated showroom and enjoy…
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QUINCY — The Lincoln-era Log Cabin Village in Quinsippi Island Park will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14 during the 16th annual Frontier Settlement Day. The Friends of the Log Cabins Association is the host of this free event. The Friends of the Log Cabins encourages re-enactors and others…
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a pair of cases that test the authority of local courts to hold criminal suspects behind bars while they await trial. The cases come almost one year to the day after the court allowed a new law abolishing the use of cash bail in Illinois to take…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — The Tri-State Service Foundation, a local organization focused on community service, has announced its new board of directors. In a press release, Luis Barnes, board of directors president, said, “We are thrilled to have a board of directors in place. We all share the same ideals, we all want to help our…
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Jim Oenning, age 68, of Quincy passed away peacefully in his home Sunday morning, September 8, 2024. He was born on September 24, 1955 in Quincy the son Wilbur and Vera (Gerdes) Oenning. Jim was a 1974 graduate of Mendon Unity High School. He married Barb (Wolf) on April 21, 1978. She survives. He worked…
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