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QUINCY — The Quincy Workforce Center, 107 N. Third, in partnership with Two Rivers Regional Council and the Illinois Department of Employment Security, is the site of a walk-in event from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, March 26, and from 1 to 4 p.m on Friday, March 28, to assist people looking for a…
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Temporary nighttime traffic impacts scheduled on U.S. Route 24/61 at Route 6 interchange near Taylor
TAYLOR, Mo. — Motorists on northbound and southbound U.S. Route 24/61 are advised of nighttime lane closures on March 25-26 while crews set girders for the new Missouri Route 6 bridge, 7.6 miles north of Missouri Route 168, near Taylor in Marion County. U.S. Route 24/61 (northbound and southbound) will be reduced to one lane…
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Zarious D. Smith-Palmer, 22, last known address of 1500 block of Cherry in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for armed violence. Smith-Palmer is 6 feet, 2 inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. Call the Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 217-228-4474 if you know…
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It’s probably no secret that I was going throw my hat in the ring and run for mayor of Quincy in 2021. I had bigger dreams than my shoes could fill. I’m proud of the courage I displayed, but I didn’t know the half about running a city. To be quite frank, I still don’t.…
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With great sadness, we bid farewell to Robert J. DeVries age 89, of Quincy, IL. On Saturday, March 22, 2025, Robert departed this life at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on June 4, 1935, in Chicago, IL, Robert was the son of Ralph and Loretta (Osterbosch). Finding deep…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital recently was the host of a celebration in honor of its 75th anniversary, bringing together residents of Hancock Village Supportive Living. The event, “Share your Memorial Love: Mocktails and Memories,” held Feb. 28 at Hickory Grove, provided an opportunity for attendees to share stories and reflect on the hospital’s impact.…
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QUINCY — NutritionHQ. Quincy invites women to step into a space designed just for them at NHQ Ladies’ Night: Wellness Roundup from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, at The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont. This free event provides an opportunity for women to focus on their health, wellness and self-care in a supportive and judgment-free…
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In a rapidly evolving world where uncertainty dominates markets and industries, Timur Turlov, founder and CEO of Nasdaq-listed Freedom Holding Corp., has built his success on the principles of trust, adaptability, and strategic risk-taking. Timur Turlov is able to treat business like a high-stakes chess game—always thinking three steps ahead. However, his leadership is not only about…
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It’s hard to imagine, but consumers still crave free experiences and perks, even in a world where subscriptions are rife and almost everything appears monetized. In fact, this is one of the main reasons why freebies in 2025 are still so widely celebrated. In the current economic climate, who can blame consumers for flocking to…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Route D in Ralls County is scheduled to close Wednesday, March 26, from Missouri Route 19 to Route B south of Perry for the painting of a bridge over Lick Creek, 1.2 miles west of Missouri Route 19. All work on this bridge is expected to be completed by early April. On…
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QUINCY — Arts Quincy is partnering with Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce to organize this year’s Dogwood royalty video contest. Arts Quincy will crown a Little King and Queen (ages 7-10 years old) and a Prince and Princess (ages 4-6 years old). Winners will ride with Arts Quincy in the Chamber’s Dogwood Parade on May…
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QUINCY — Comptroller Sheri Ray told the Quincy City Council Monday night that a projected $54.8 million budget for fiscal year 2026 will only have about $51 million in revenue to go with it. But she added that about $4 million in recurring revenues and transfers would cover expenditures. Ray said 50 percent of the…
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BURNSIDE, Ill. — A school hoping to bring an alternative option to the educational landscape of the Carthage area will open its doors for the first time in the fall. The Oaks Academy will offer a “classical Christian education” to students in kindergarten through sixth grade in its first year, with plans to expand by…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, March 25, 2025 And let’s not forget, “Bond. James Bond.” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,238 of The Daily Dirt 1. The years that made up the decade of the 1960s were filled with cultural change, music, fashion and major events like no other period before…
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When the traffic signal at the 25th and Broadway intersection appeared years ago, I said to myself, “Wow! Someone important must live in this neighborhood!” After all, it’s only another block or two to find an already-established place to cross Broadway. My synopsis of the necessity of that stoplight has not changed through the years. Muddy…
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Elijah Wilson, 18, of Quincy for improper driving at 1610 Moorman. 122Cheryl McGowan, 65, of Macomb for Disobeying Stop Light at 24th and Broadway. 122Charles Kovachevich, 77, of Quincy for Improper Backing at 22nd and Spring. 122Mariah Hultz, 39, of Hannibal, Mo., for Failure to Yield – Private Drive at 48th and Broadway. 122Devin Crouch,…
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Letters to the editor pertaining to Quincy’s April 1 election must be received by noon Wednesday. They will be posted no later than Friday noon.
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CLARKSVILLE, Mo. — Elvis is in the building … at least his music will be. Raintree Arts Council is presenting a tribute to the king of rock ‘n’ roll for its annual fund-raising dinner concert. Doors for the event will open at 6 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 5,…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Medical Clinic Carthage is expanding its behavioral health services to include a new advanced therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which aims to enhance the quality of care offered to patients by processing traumatic experiences. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an innovative mental health treatment technique…
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QUINCY — Cheerful Home Childcare and Early Learning recently received the Gold Circle of Quality designation from ExceleRate Illinois, the state’s quality recognition and improvement system for early childhood education and care programs. “ExceleRate Illinois helps families make more informed choices about their children’s early childhood education and care,” Bethany Patten, director of the IDHS…
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Meet Dodger, a 14-year-old tabby and white gentleman with the sweetest personality you’ll ever encounter. This beautiful senior boy is all about cuddles, purrs, and enjoying the simple joys of life. Though he is older, his love for affection is as strong as ever—he’s the perfect companion for anyone looking for a loyal, loving friend…
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Letter to the Editor: Why hasn’t city made an effort to enforce current housing ordinances on books?
I couldn’t agree more with David Arns and the Quincy Landlord and Rental Association position that the City of Quincy has the regulations and means to improve the living conditions of rental properties in Quincy. Many people have been saying the same thing for the past five or six years. Why hasn’t the City of…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College President Lauren Schellenberger recently accepted a $10,000 donation from United State bank as part of its ongoing investment in the Johnson-Turner IDEA (Innovation, Design and Experiential Activities) Center in the heart of campus. As a major sponsor of the IDEA Center, United State Bank’s support enhances hands-on learning experiences for…
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