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Salvation Army Quincy Area Command announces Christmas assistance programs for Illinois service area
QUINCY — The Salvation Army Quincy Area Command has opened applications for its Christmas Food Box and Angel Tree programs, providing holiday assistance to families in need. Eligible residents of Adams, Pike and Brown counties in Illinois can register for a food box, and families with children aged 18 and under or seniors aged 60…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Nov. 25, 2024 I don’t think I have ever had turkey bacon, unless I unknowingly ate some via stuffed crust pizza … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,122 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Strange as it may seem, it was not that many years ago the following foods…
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QUINCY – A mechanical fire near the apartments above the Casino Lanes bowling alley Saturday night filled the building with smoke, but the fire was quickly extinguished. The Quincy Fire Department responded to the scene at 1201 N. 20th at 8:30 p.m. after smoke was reported coming from the building. The general alarm consisted of…
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The retiring Adams County state’s attorney is doing just that: retiring. Gary Farha talks about his career, his staff (of which he is very proud) and what his post-law career will look like.
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INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — Don’t be intimidated by the the prospect of cooking a big Thanksgiving turkey. It’s not that difficult, even for novice cooks, says a University of Missouri Extension nutrition specialist. First, make sure you have enough bird, says Tammy Roberts. If you’re hosting a large group, get at least one pound of whole…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A Quincy woman received a five-year sentence in federal prison Thursday for distribution of methamphetamine. U.S. District Judge Sue Myerscough sentenced Devin Lawton, 47, after she pled guilty to a charge of possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute. Myerscough found Lawton had been transporting large amounts of methamphetamine from Kansas…
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CHICAGO – It’s been a month since the jury in former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s federal corruption trial last heard the name of star government witness Danny Solis during opening statements. The government’s brief explanation that the ex-Chicago alderman agreed to cooperate with the FBI after “abusing his own office” – and the defense’s…
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Gail Littleton, 48, homeless for Forgery and Theft Over $10,000.Marrisa Lockett, 18, Quincy for Agg Battery. LodgedKrista Saben, 29, Hannibal, Mo., for Retail Theft Under $300 at 6006 Broadway and Retail Theft Under $300 at 6110 Broadway. 182Lillian McCaughey, 18, Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed. 122Marc Barco, 23, Quincy for Improper Driving. 122Linda Hinkamper,…
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Thomas A. ‘Tom’ Lepper, age 50, of Quincy, died on Thursday, November 21, 2024 in his home. He was born on February 12, 1974, a son of Kent and Angela (Bichsel) Lepper. They both survive. Tom married Sara McDowell on November 7, 1998. She also survives. In addition to his parents and wife, Tom is…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is offering Christmas candlelight tours of the Gov. John Wood Mansion in December. Candlelight tours will be scheduled between 5 and 7 p.m. on five days — Dec. 13, 14, 20, 21 and 26. Tour times are scheduled 20 minutes apart beginning at 5 p.m.…
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SHELBINA, Mo. — The annual Shelbina Knights of Columbus Toy Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Father Buhman Center. Admission is $2 with children under age 6 admitted free. Call 573-588-4356 for show tables or questions. On display at the toy show will be farm,…
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QUINCY — Early bird tickets are on sale for the Trauma-Informed, Relationship-Focused Schools Conference, set for March 5-6. It will bring together educators, administrators and mental health professionals from across the country for two days of sessions, workshops and networking. Early bird pricing is available through Saturday, Nov. 30 and can be purchased at tkcchaddock.org.…
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QUINCY — Plat books are a reference tool for landowners and business owners. They serve as essential guides for agriculture, land development, hunting, real estate, utilities, municipal government and more. The latest edition, the 2025 Adams County Land Atlas and Plat Book, is now available with the Adams County Bicentennial logo on the front cover. The…
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QUINCY – On Friday just before 11:30 p.m., officers with the Quincy Police Department – Special Investigations Unit conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 6th Street and Maine, where officers found large quantities of mushrooms and cannabis. The driver was Easton B. Glaves, 21, of Quincy and a passenger in the car was…
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QUINCY — The trial for Quincy man charged with attempted first-degree murder for ramming his vehicle into a vehicle driven by his estranged wife will go to trial in early December. Carl E. Douglas II, 48, appeared Friday morning with Chief Public Defender Jonathan Hoover in Adams County Circuit Court for a pretrial hearing. Hoover and…
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QUINCY — The trial for a Quincy man facing a charge of attempted first-degree murder and four other felony charges stemming from a July 6 shooting incident in the TJ Maxx parking lot at the Prairie Trails Crossing shopping center will be heard during the jury docket that begins Dec. 2. Alan Pacheco, 22, appeared with attorney…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us start planning our holiday meals. While turkey, cranberries and pumpkins may get most of the attention, herbs also play an important role in our Thanksgiving meals. Herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley and chives provide flavor and a pleasing aroma to our meals. They can also…
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Virginia M. Kaelber, 85, of Quincy, passed away at 11:00 am Monday, November 18, 2024, at her home in Quincy, IL. Born on March 29, 1939, in Augusta, IL, Virginia was the loving daughter of Jesse and E. Lucille (Parsons) Allen. Her life was a testament to the love and joy she brought to all…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. – At approximately 10:00 a.m., the Hannibal Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 1623 Grace Street. All three stations responded with eight personnel and four administrators. While enroute to the scene, HFD was updated by 911 that this was an unoccupied, vacant house, with no utilities. Upon arrival, crews encountered a…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Jeff Schuecking from Schuecking’s Mens Wear about the clothing business and competing with the online shops. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 Just wait until you get to today’s note concerning Pete Rose … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,122 of The Daily Dirt. 1. How many times have you and a buddy “flipped a coin,” simply to settle some sort of mild dispute stemming from where…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University’s homecoming weekend, held Nov. 8-9, offered alumni, students, faculty and friends an opportunity to reconnect, reminisce and celebrate. The weekend began with the 50-Year Club Luncheon, a tradition honoring the Class of 1974 and all alumni from prior years. The luncheon included a group photo and a commemorative gift for…
Read Full Article Ted A. McGaughlin, 33, 1222 Spruce St. for Fighting at 1222 Spruce St. NTA 136Emily E. Carhoff, 20, 1222 Spruce St. for Fighting at 1222 Spruce St. NTA 136Marc A. Barco, 23, 1022 Elm St. for Improper Driving at N. 36th St. and Broadway St. 122Lillian J. McCaughey, 2425 Crystal Ave. for Failure to Reduce…
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