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QUINCY – Adams County Clerk Ryan A. Niekamp has announced that the County Clerk’s Office will be open for early voting on Saturday, March 29. “Early voting is quick and convenient, and this election focuses on our local community boards,” said County Clerk Ryan A. Niekamp. “Voters will be selecting representatives for school boards, community…
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Small businesses must find creative ways to engage their audience and stand out from the competition. One of the most effective strategies is using audio and text tools to make marketing content more dynamic, professional, and accessible. Whether it’s transforming voices for promotional videos, converting text into speech for automated interactions, or generating automatic captions…
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QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command’s annual fundraiser, “Unmasking the Singer,” a head-to-head singing competition between local celebrities and community members from Quincy and Hannibal, Mo., will take place April 25 at Town and Country Inn and Suites. Each contestant will take the stage in a mascot costume, performing in disguise as they compete for votes while raising…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — Forsythias are planted for their stunning floral display in early spring. Have you ever seen a forsythia bush and, for some reason, maybe there are only blooms at the very top and the sides are barren of flowers, or maybe wondered why it didn’t bloom at all? There are several different reasons…
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For months, members of the group Q-RILE (an acronym for Quincy for Registration Inspection Licensing Enactment) collected signatures from members of the community to get their ordinance proposal on the ballot for the next election. After securing enough signatures, the proposal is set to appear as a ballot referendum on Tuesday. As it is non-binding, even upon…
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The League of Women Voters of Adams County (LWVAC) submitted a letter of support in 2019 for a rental inspection program for the city of Quincy. The City Council did not support such a program then and has not supported this kind of program in the intervening years. It is now 2025, and the need…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, March 28, 2025 Austin Powers, Cher Horowitz, Jerry, Elaine, George and Kramer were also a big part of the decade … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,241 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This week’s travel back through time ends today with our stop in the 1990s. Our…
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I would like to take this opportunity to encourage your vote for Cecil Weathers as a member of the Quincy Park Board. Cecil is very kind, friendly and giving at heart. Cecil wears an unforgettable smile daily, and his intentions everyday are to do the right thing and to find possible resolutions with that goal…
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I was born at St. Mary’s Hospital in the late 1970s and grew up in the same home that my family owns here in Quincy. I am happy to see so much growth in the retail and restaurant business in the past few years. There has also been growth in the housing sector with the building of two…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The mayor’s office has announced the following schedule in observance of election day on Tuesday, April 1:
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Jeremy Johnson, 40, of Quincy for FTA Poss of Meth.Colton Kersey, 26, of Quincy for FTA Domestic Battery and a new charge of Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer. 181/122Gwendolyn Brooks, 36, of Quincy for Operate Uninsured Vehicle and Vehicle Suspended Reg.Madelyn Palmer, 19, of Blandisville for Fail to Yield Right of Way.Madalynn Yates, 24, of Quincy…
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QUINCY — A Pittsfield man arrested in December for stealing a FedEx box truck pled guilty to two felonies on Thursday and will spend five years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Devon L. Wagner, 26, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with Public Defender Jonathan Hoover before Circuit Judge Tad Brenner. He pled guilty…
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RANDOLPH COUNTY, Mo. – Sarah Graff, a longtime Republican activist from Moberly, announced her candidacy on Thursday to replace term-limited Cindy O’Laughlin in District 18 of the Missouri Senate. The district is comprised of 14 counties — Adair, Audrain, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Macon, Marion, Monroe, Putnam, Ralls, Randolph, Schuyler, Scotland, and Shelby — in Northeast…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The cause of a Wednesday night fire in Hannibal remains under investigation. The Hannibal Fire Department was dispatched at 5:46 p.m. Wednesday to a structure fire at 510 Willow. Nine personnel responded initially, with four additional personnel later called in for support. Upon arrival, crews found flames and smoke coming from the…
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MACOMB, Ill. — A man who allegedly kidnapped a child from Macomb is being sought by law enforcement, but the child has safely been returned home. The Macomb Police Department responded on March 26 to a report of a kidnapping from the 400 block of N. Charles. During the investigation, it was determined a mother’s…
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QUINCY — Quincy Junior High School Principal Brenda J. Fleer recently was selected as an honored member of the Nationwide Registries Women of Distinction for demonstrating exceptional dedication, leadership and overall outstanding performance in her field. This recognition reflects her commitment to her profession and her contributions to the community. Only one woman may represent…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Birthday Blessings, a nonprofit organization focusing on providing needed resources to kids in care, will hold its annual Birthday Bash donor match event from Friday, March 28 through Tuesday, April 1. An anonymous business will match up to $5,000 in donations during this event. In a press release, Shannon VonAllmen, executive director…
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QUINCY — A bingo night being held Friday, March 28, at the Machinists Lodge, 2929 N. Fifth, will benefit the Josie Basket Project. The event was originally scheduled for March 15 but canceled due to weather. A basket auction also will be held during the evening. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with bingo beginning…
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Having a static website is no longer sufficient in today’s digitally orientated society. Tourists are drawn to immersive and captivating experiences that hold their interest and entice them to return. AI-generated layouts, graphics, and animations have completely changed the way people engage with websites. An AI image generator is assisting developers, creative professionals, and business…
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Gift of farmland creates endowment to support education and training of future farmers in Pike and Calhoun Counties The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri has announced a new scholarship fund that will provide financial support to Pike and Calhoun County, Illinois students who are pursuing education and training in agriculture. The Delford…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues Art Adventures, its popular creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 4, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The April Art Adventure is a creative project for grades K-5 students. Participation fees include all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. This one-hour event…
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If creating or designing jewelry is your hobby, it’s time to create a remarkable business opportunity for yourself. According to a report shared by Fortune Business Insights: “The global jewelry market size was around US$ 232.94 billion in 2024.” This huge market volume depicts that there is a significant space for you to start a…
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Illinois is taking the gambling industry a step further by moving closer to legalizing mobile gambling. The state’s proposal leads to mixed feelings among the society. Nevertheless, industry experts and business owners are feeling positive about the upcoming change. Taking the legal route could mark a shift not only for the gaming industry but also…
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While online gaming has crept up only in the last thirty years or so, its impact has been significant on today’s society. From increasing governmental revenue, providing a social outlet, and even affecting those with addictive personalities, its impact can’t be disputed. Why Has it Become so Popular? The rise of online gaming has one…
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