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QUINCY — The issue of the roundabout about 48th and State still can’t find the right exit. After Adams County reached out to the City of Quincy with multiple options to transfer the property, the Quincy City Council on Monday tabled a resolution regarding a counteroffer to the County. Alderman Eric Entrup (R-1st Ward) said…
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From time to time, friends and acquaintances ask me if they can come watch the proceedings of the Supreme Court of Missouri in Jefferson City. I reply, “Of course. We love having people visit the court and see us in action.” I am always surprised when I hear people say they think they need a…
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Open houses Tuesday, Wednesday for former QPS maintenance building that will be auctioned on Oct. 16
QUINCY — The maintenance department of Quincy Public Schools will be the host of two open houses for people interested in buying property at 640 Jersey. This location housed the maintenance department before its move to the QPS central services building on North 43rd Street. The open houses will be held from 3 to 4:30…
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Shyheme T. McElroy, 29, Orland Park for driving on suspended and improper turn. NTA 181Jeanette L. Vowels, 43, 2225 N. 12th St., Apt. 108 for fighting. NTA 111Megan J. Woosley, 36, 207 Locust for burglary and criminal trespass. Lodged 124Brian C. Hamann, 51, Quincy for FTA possession of meth. Lodged 120Holly L. Tate, 47, 2418…
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Debbra Sue (Hessing) Dabney age 59, of Chatham, IL died Tuesday, October 1, 2024 in her home surrounded by her family. She was born November 11, 1964 in Quincy, Illinois a daughter of Bernard F. and Jane (Abel) Hessing. She married Gregory C. Dabney on June 1, 1985, in Quincy, Illinois and he survives. Debbra…
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ST. CHARLES, Mo. — A jury of six men and six women was selected Monday afternoon for the trial of a Hannibal woman facing first-degree assault and second-degree murder charges after her alleged involvement in an October 2022 bar fight. Opening statements are scheduled to begin Tuesday morning. The trial is expected to last five…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation will offer two opportunities for participants to see bats at sunset at Sodalis Nature Preserve. Night hikes will be held beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday Oct. 12, and Saturday, Oct. 19. Both hikes will be led by Gale Rublee, a nationally certified interpreter guide with more than…
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QUINCY — The Friends of the Log Cabins will host ghost tours at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 10 at the Lincoln-era Log Cabin Village on Quinsippi Island. These tours will feature ghost medium Kae Blecha, divining the presence of those who once inhabited these 19th-century cabins. Assisting her will be Jodi Kamradt and…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program and the Hancock County Health Department are partnering with Quincy Medical Group to offer free mammograms to Illinois residents who are either uninsured or have high-deductible health plans. Eligible individuals are invited to visit Quincy Medical Group at 1118…
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Meet Sky! Sky is a gentle giant in the making! With her big gorgeous eyes and playful spirit, she captures hearts wherever she goes. At just 7 months old, this Great Dane mix is still a puppy at heart, full of energy, curiosity, and most of all, lots of love. Sky is always up for…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Dr. Yoon Hang Kim, chief wellness officer at Memorial Hospital, is a recipient of the 2024 Functional Medicine for All scholarship. Awarded by the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), this honor’s ongoing mission is to broaden access to functional medicine, particularly in rural areas. The Functional Medicine for All scholarship is designed…
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The most intriguing pizza might the one with a James Bond-themed name… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,079 of The Daily Dirt 1. I think it’s safe to say when it’s time to order a pizza, the first thing most of us look for are coupons. Well, if you’re interested in…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Healthcare System received a favorable 5-0 vote from the Missouri Health Facilities Review Committee last Tuesday to approve a Certificate of Need application to build a new cancer center in Kirksville that would provide radiation oncology services. Hannibal Regional received a $15 million state appropriation for the cancer center when…
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QUINCY — Air carriers have until Nov. 14 to file a proposal with the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide essential air service (EAS) at Quincy Regional Airport. The official order requesting proposals was made public Friday. The order noted that Quincy Mayor Mike Troup explained in an Aug. 21 letter that Southern Airways Express, which…
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Rushville-Industry High School’s Performing Arts Center became a reality thanks primarily to an anonymous $11 million donation. Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips take you to Schyuler County, Ill. for this month’s installment of Muddy River Gems from Dot Foods.
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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. Winston Ray and Alisa Suzann Horton of Mount Sterling sold 48 acres at 1028 850 N.…
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I am writing in regard to the roundabout issue at 48th and State. At the last time the City Council voted down this project, it was noted that there has been no support expressed to any of the alderman. I’m not sure I agree with this comment, but I know I actively supported this roundabout. …
Read Full Article Samuel D. Schuckman, 18, 2637 Hillside Dr. for Stealing at 5211 Broadway St. 122Thomas O. Kurfman, 25, 513 Jefferson St. for Operating Uninsured at Gardner Expressway and Maiden Ln. 169Kaziah J. Cole, 42, LaPointe for stealing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 111Timothy W. Gibson, 50, Quincy for FTA possession of meth in the 2400 block of…
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QUINCY — A Mendon man was arrested Friday in connection with multiple recently reported burglaries. The Adams County Sheriff’s Department took a report on Oct. 1 of a burglary from Adams Fiber in the 4600 block of North 42nd Street and a theft report from Quincy Peterbilt in the 4100 block of Koch’s Lane. A subject…
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QUINCY — The cause of a Thursday morning fire at a Quincy home is still under investigation by the Quincy Fire Department. The Quincy Fire Department was alerted at 5:25 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, to a fire to a 1½-story residential home with a basement at 2902 Vermont. It was reported that the fire was…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Denise Damron, a child advocate from Hannibal, was selected to participate in the Kids Win Missouri Early Care and Education Leader Fellowship for 2024-25. The fellowship was launched in 2022 to give childcare providers, parents and caretakers across the state a voice in the policymaking process and a seat at the table…
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QUINCY — Happel Inc., Realtors’ Jan Smith, licensed in Illinois and Missouri, recently earned the Accredited Buyer’s Representative designation from the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council, highlighting her dedication to providing homebuyers with top-level service and expert guidance. Smith joins a group of real estate professionals who have demonstrated superior knowledge and skills in serving…
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BAYLIS, Ill. — High school students from more than 30 Illinois and Missouri schools honed their agriculture skills at John Wood Community College’s Ag Alumni Association’s 21st annual Livestock Judging Invitational on Sept. 20, at the college’s Agricultural Education Center near Baylis, a facility shared with the University of Illinois. The event was sponsored by…
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