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Shawn P. Lalond, 32, last known address in the 300 block of North 13th in Quincy, is wanted by the Adams County Sheriff’s Department for possession of methamphetamine and a petition to revoke probation. Lalond is 5 foot, 10 inches tall and 165 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. If you know where he can…
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QUINCY — A second Quincy man involved in the Feb. 17, 2022, death of a 67-year-old man in his home was sentenced Monday morning to 20 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. Devere Gholston, 28, appeared in Adams County Circuit Court with attorney Jen Kusmer with the St. Louis firm of Frank, Juengel and Radefeld before…
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PARIS, Mo. – A Madison man accused of killing an 88-year-old woman in 2021 waived his right to have amended charges read to him and pled not guilty to first-degree murder on Monday morning. Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney Nicole D. Volkert filed her complaint, amending the original second-degree murder charge against Lyle W. Miller, 65…
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QUINCY — Advocacy Network for Children will hold its annual fundraising event, “Tailgate to Celebrate,” at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13, at the Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. This evening offers a live and silent auction, games, raffles and more. Local businesses and volunteers donate their time and merchandise for the event. The dollars raised will…
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QUINCY — The two Quincy men arrested in connection with a Sept. 15 stabbing appeared in Adams County Circuit Court on Monday and had their arraignments set for separate dates in October Dylan M. Test, 20, and Heaton S. Brothers, 19, were charged last week with attempted murder, armed violence and aggravated battery. According to…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Golden K Kiwanis Club is taking orders for Claxton fruitcakes for the holiday season. Order for yourself or your business. Other options include participating in the “Sponsor a Vet” program to say thank you to a veteran or sponsoring a senior citizen program to give seniors a holiday treat. Fruitcakes are priced…
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QUINCY — The Northern Lights will come alive with a Quincy Symphony Orchestra performance at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, in Quincy Junior High School’s Morrison Theater. Taking as inspiration a Canadian children’s story, “The Legend of the Northern Lights” is a fusion of science and fantasy that captures the imaginations of all ages, seamlessly…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Missouri’s northernmost counties could soon see the first frost of fall, says University of Missouri Extension state climatologist Zack Leasor. Although near-freezing temperatures are not currently in the forecast, daily temperature normals are dropping about one-half degree daily, and daylight is dwindling at a rate of 2-3 minutes less per day. The…
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After driving from Schuyler County to attend the Back the Blue Festival in Quincy, I was disappointed to see such a low turnout to honor your local police and other first responders. Hopefully, next year will see some larger numbers. First responders, who include both law enforcement and emergency medical personnel, lay their lives on…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Housing Authority recently received $4 million in grants to address lead-based paint in Indian Hills apartments and asbestos flooring in units throughout the city. Jerry Gille, director of the Quincy Housing Authority, learned last week the QHA is receiving $1.75 million through the Capital Fund Lead-Based Paint program and $2.25 million through the…
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DECATUR, Ill. — Millikin University recently received a gift from the estate of Charles Lugo, Class of 1950, which will support several projects and scholarship funds across campus. In a press release, Millikin Alumni and Development senior development director Dan Baker said, “Mr. Lugo’s six-figure gift will support the Campus Renovation Fund, the Student Retention…
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Today we also usher in some Super Bowl halftime news … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 737 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Those who know me have likely come to understand — and rather quickly, I’m sure — my fascination with statistics and numbers, especially those connected with everyday life. (Sports, too,…
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SPRINGFIELD – In 1946, the Illinois Supreme Court heard a case that would eventually become a landmark in American legal history. The public school district in Champaign, like many other districts in Illinois at the time, allowed a group of local religious leaders to use their schools to teach elective classes in religion and openly…
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Amanda N. Wyckoff, 44, of 629 Woodbridge Dr. for Criminal Damage to Property (Less than $500) at 1030 Diana Dr. NTA 124/130Landon V. Miller, 20, of 931 State Street for Aggravated Battery to Peace Officer and Resisting a Peace Officer at 9th and York. Lodged 120/161Brandon M. J. Schutte, 26, of Springfield for Fighting at…
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2023-017234, 09/23/2023 @ 00:32:42, Garth Ave St Mary’s Ave, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Check Well Being Officer Assigned 026 Bramlett, M C Entered By C104 Sheehan, V C Adult Compl. Check Well Being 09/23/2023 Adult Male Contact Check Well Being 09/23/2023 Public Narrative Check well being Garth Ave near St Mary’s Ave. 2023-017235, 09/23/2023 @ 00:52:22, 212 N 7Th , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Vehicle Officer Assigned 022 Benn,…
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I was standing about three people back from the line at Walmart when a quick tug on my shirt caught my attention. She was excited to tell me her name is Hannah, and it’s almost her birthday. She is having a pink cake for her birthday, which seemed to be a trend with the curly-haired…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Javier Verduzio and Vanessa Lucas of Quincy at 2:32 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A boy was born to Dalton Halloway and Taylor Lung of Quincy at 11:50 p.m. Sept. 14, 2023.A girl was born to Jerad Sanders and Cori Moore of Mendon at 2:11 p.m. Sept. 15, 2023.A girl…
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QUINCY — Illinois residents with oil-based paint, old household cleaning supplies, lawn and garden chemicals and other types of household hazardous waste who are looking to clear them out of their basements and garages can dispose of these materials from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Adams County Highway Department, 101…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will host a Fall Luxe event from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30, at Lake Hill Winery. This event will be filled with upscale vendors, healthcare screenings and education, heavy appetizers made by Memorial Hospital’s Chef Amber Clark, live entertainment by Craig Corzatt and more. Those in attendance…
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CANTON, Mo. — Carrol Davenport, Hospice of Northeast Missouri’s spiritual care and bereavement coordinator, and Barb Smith, Hospice volunteer, will present a free program at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 812. Davenport and Smith will explore dealing with getting older and experiencing the reality of “life is NOT what I…
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SALEM, Mo. — Kevin Crider knows a troublemaker when he sees one, whether it be two-legged or four-legged. Before joining University of Missouri Extension as a feral hog outreach educator, Crider spent 28 years as a Colorado state trooper and as a U.S. park ranger. He also was a Missouri Department of Conservation feral hog…
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CHICAGO — The city of Quincy and the Two Rivers Land Bank were among 68 units of local governments and land bank authorities to receive $19 million in grants from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Board to support affordable housing and community revitalization efforts across Illinois. Awarded under the Strong Communities Program, the initiative…
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So long, Pee-wee Herman … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 736 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This has been a brutal year for losing some of our most favorite celebrities — and we’ve still got more than three months of 2023 remaining. Many of the following passings have occurred since we last…
Read Full Article Jacie D. Wilson, 22, of Quincy for FTA – Truancy at 3rd & College Ave. Lodged. 147/139Keith A. Durran, 34, of Quincy for TOF – Theft (Felony) and Resisting Arrest at 1005 Broadway St. Lodged 178Vickie Mims, 73, of Quincy reported on 09/13/23 that her storage unit at Quincy Mini-Storage, 2925 Wisman Ln., was entered…
Read Full Article 2023-017151, 09/22/2023 @ 03:00:03, 1630 Grace St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned 039 Lakenburger, C M Entered By C84 Davenport, K J Adult Compl. 911 Hang Up 09/22/2023 Adult Female Involve 911 Hang Up 09/22/2023 Public Narrative 911 hang up was requested at 1630 Grace St. 2023-017152, 09/22/2023 @ 03:15:04, 1521 29Th 313, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Mental Officer Assigned 041 Borgmeyer, J R Entered…
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