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QUINCY — The Quincy ARISE Coalition, in collaboration with the United Way of Adams County, is offering a workshop series in January and February. This initiative aims to equip participants with invaluable tools and information essential for enhancing minority representation on community boards and fostering board member opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Quincy ARISE…
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Dropping a quarter into the slot, I dialed a familiar number. “Walmart pharmacy, how can I help you?” “Can I speak to Ron?” A few moments passed as I tapped my foot against the cafeteria wall. When Dad’s voice came on the line, I started in immediately. “I need your help, I’m stranded at school.”…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — The public held a ribbon cutting and open house at the new Illini Express Clinic, 640 West Washington on the campus of Illini Community Hospital, on Thursday, January 25. Formerly in leased space on the square in Pittsfield, the new Illini Express Clinic is designed for healthcare delivery. It features one drive-through…
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The judge and former state representative for Northeast Missouri is retiring at the end of the year. MRN’s David Adam talks to Judge Rachel Bringer-Shepherd about her career and legal work she still wants to tackle.
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — Just in time to brighten the dull, dreary days of winter, the National Garden Bureau has named the African violet as its houseplant of the year for 2024. The choice is an excellent one, says University of Missouri Extension state horticulture specialist David Trinklein. African violets thrive in most interior settings, provide…
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Justin Cowan, 50, of Quincy for FTA Fighting, FTA Parking Fire Hydrant, Warrant Violation Stalking No Contact Order, Warrant Criminal Damage Property, and Operate Uninsured Vehicle. 140Issac Hildenbrand, 37, of Quincy for FTA Failure to Reg as a Sex Offender, FTA Poss of Meth and a new charge of Failure to Reg as a Sex…
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As the popularity of Delta-8 cannabis products grows, some are calling for more oversight in Illinois. Delta-8 THC is legal in Illinois and 21 other states, but unlike marijuana, which is regulated, taxed and can only be sold in licensed dispensaries, Delta-8 can be sold in convenience stores and online. While cannabis is still illegal…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 And that 36-murderer thing is rather bothersome … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 849 of The Daily Dirt. 1. You can file the following under the strange-but-true items we like to share on The Daily Dirt. In no particular order: 2. Here’s a suggestion, because…
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QUINCY — Taxes can be complicated. If you’ve experienced major life changes, own a business or simply want reassurance that your taxes are being done properly, it might make sense to seek the guidance of a professional tax preparer. You’ll need to trust your tax preparer with your finances and sensitive personal information, so it’s…
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QUINCY — Tickets to the 2024 season-opening show “Matilda: The Musical” at the Quincy Community Theatre now are on sale to the general public, with opening night scheduled for Friday, Feb. 16. The free Discovery Night, an event showcasing the production process, a live rehearsal preview and a discussion of show topics, will be held Tuesday,…
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QUINCY — Quincy Medical Group, in partnership with the Quincy Arise Coalition, is introducing a series for community members titled “Health is Wealth.” QMG community health worker Luanna Flagg will be the host of three sessions focusing on health, nutrition and preventive screenings. Each event will feature giveaways and incentives. “The goal is to make…
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SHELBYVILLE, Mo. — A Moberly man has been formally charged after an officer-involved shooting in Shelby County on Wednesday. Erik A. Prange, 51, of Moberly, has been charged with four counts of assault of a special victim in the first degree, a Class A felony, and four counts of armed criminal action. Charges were filed Thursday.…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Zac and Bailey Abell of Durham, Mo., at 10:39 a.m. Jan. 13, 2024.A girl was born to Scott and Sarah Schappaugh of Hannibal, Mo., at 2:57 p.m. on Jan. 13, 2024.A boy was born to Christian and Payton Dean of Griggsville at 12:02 a.m. Jan. 16, 2024.A boy…
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QUINCY — Quincy University recently announced plans for how it will spend approximately $4.2 million from the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) as part of the Independent Colleges Capital Investment Program. The grant will be used to initiate and continue revitalization efforts at the university’s North Campus near 18th and Seminary Road. Phase one…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — Many Missouri beef producers found themselves trying to pull a rabbit out of the hat as they rang in 2024 with low hay supplies, says University of Missouri Extension beef nutrition specialist Eric Bailey. Bailey says post-drought feeding woes leave producers challenged with “what to feed when there is no feed.” The…
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QUINCY — Christina Engle wrapped her arms around her daughters, Kirsten and Trinity Dunford, as she listened in an Adams County courtroom while Judge Michael Atterberry sentenced Travis Wiley, who was found guilty in November for the first-degree murder of Engle’s infant daughter, Airyana Hoffman. Even at that moment, as Engle described in her victim impact…
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PAYSON, Ill. — When the pandemic hit in 2020, Mitch Webster never dreamed it would forever change his profession. Webster had one sale in 2014 when he and his fiancé Erica Garcia established Webster Auctioneers, LLC, (formerly Mitch Webster Auctioneers) in Beardstown after Webster graduated from Missouri Auction School. They were up to about 30 to…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to attorney Courtney Hilts with Dempsey, Dempsey and Hilts about Social Security disability options and other legal matters. Mercantle Bank sponsors the Business Spotlight.
Read Full Article Briana Foster, 33, 501 Broadway for FTA Theft at 5th & Cherry. Lodged 161Roger A. Willing, 71, 1321 S. 19th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 11th & College. 161Taylor M. Freeman, 28, Coatesburg for Suspended Registration & Driving while License Suspended at 8th & College. 227Tyler W. Murphy, 32, 721 S. 22nd for Disregard Traffic…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — In a unanimous decision of the Hannibal Public School Board this afternoon, Roy Webb was named as Hannibal school’s new superintendent. Webb retired in 2022 after serving as the Superintendent of the Quincy Public School District since 2015. Webb has 33 years of experience in the education field. Webb will replace Susan…
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We’re going to be part of an occurrence that has not happened in 221 years … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 850 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Well, if you have yet to come across anything that might ruin your day, let me help. An NBC channel in Chicago is reporting…
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QUINCY — Travis Wiley, who was found guilty in November of the first-degree murder of three-month-old Airyana Hoffman in 2018, was given a 35-year prison sentence Friday morning. Judge Michael Atterberry called the case an “unmitigated tragedy.” Several family members wore purple to the sentencing, calling attention to domestic violence. Special Prosecutor Jon Barnard, who…
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MACOMB, Ill. — We are only a few weeks into the new year, and 2024 has already brought an actual winter! At least for now. In the prolonged cold of this past week, going outside has been, well painful. Being stuck inside I have gotten so much accomplished. We organized our storage totes, I got…
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