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QUINCY — Dick Brothers Brewery, in partnership with the Quincy Children’s Museum and Dick Brothers Events, is sponsoring the return of MayFest from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 10, at the Dick Brothers Brewery Complex on York between Ninth and 10th. This year’s MayFest coincides with the Adams County Bicentennial, celebrating 200 years…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Mike Troup’s campaign spent more than $70,000 in an unsuccessful bid to retain the office of Quincy mayor. According to the Illinois State Board of Elections website, Troup spent $70,594.08 combined for his victory in the Feb. 25 Republican primary over Dan Brink and his April 1 loss to Linda Moore, who ran as…
Read Full Article With deep sadness and profound gratitude, Chaddock mourns the passing of longtime board president and cherished friend, Dwayne “D.D.” Fischer, who passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, surrounded by his loved ones. For more than 50 years, D.D. Fischer dedicated his heart, wisdom and unwavering faith to the mission of Chaddock. From his early…
Read Full Article Rebecca Fakardo, 69, of Quincy for Fail to Yield Sign.Quentin E. Cooper, 25, of Quincy for FTA Traffic and FTA Transportation of Cannabis. Lodged 145Melinda R. Cox, 45, of Quincy for Retail Theft and Possession of Meth. Lodged 132Jessica M. Kamphaus, 36, of Palmyra, Mo., for Marion Co. FTA Possession of Controlled Substance. Lodged 227Masen…
Read Full Article With the monthly net inflow of Bitcoin spot ETF exceeding 9.8 billion US dollars, it marks the full embrace of crypto assets by traditional capital. However, in the market fluctuations dominated by institutions, the real wealth opportunities often belong to those investors who actively build a profit system. In this round of institutionalization, keen investors…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University (HLGU), affiliated with the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) since 1857, recently formally requested a religious accommodation from the U.S. Department of Education from a Biden-era regulation. “Without timely action by the department, the university intends to file a lawsuit seeking relief to safeguard its religious freedoms,” a press release from…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Fourth-grade students from Holy Family, St. John and Eugene Field schools helped members of the Tree Board and staff from the Missouri Department of Conservation and Hannibal Parks and Recreation with the planting of an elm tree tree on Friday, April 25. The elm tree, planted on Broadway, was in celebration of…
Read Full Article MACOMB, Ill. — The City of Macomb and Waste Management are asking for help during spring citywide clean-up May 12-15 and followed by a second pickup on the Monday route on May 19. Residents should place their refuse and trash curbside no earlier than 48 hours before their regular garbage pickup day. Clean up begins…
Read Full Article SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Kyle Moore recently was named to serve on the House Labor and Commerce Committee. Moore (R-Quincy) said the new committee assignment is on track with his goal of growing and retaining jobs in Illinois. “This is first and foremost about improving our jobs climate so we can provide better opportunities…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and Quincy University are sponsoring “A War Like No Other: The Second World War After 80 Years,” an academic symposium which celebrates V-E Day — the surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allied forces on May 8, 1945. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council and Hannibal Parks and Recreation are teaming up to offer a unique and inspiring workshop designed for art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. The Nature Art Journaling Workshop will take place at Hannibal Arts Council at 105 S. Main from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 10,…
Read Full Article Finding the best online casinos isn’t as tough as you might think. Here, the top online gambling sites for players from the US have been investigated, so you can easily see where you’ll get a safe, fair experience that feels right in every way. Take a look at what sites you can trust, the games…
Read Full Article The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 05/04/2025:Jolene N. Hall, Versailles; struck a deer on CR 315N Ave. CITATIONS: 05/02/2025:Neil A. Gratton, Griggsville: Operating a vehicle with suspended registration. 05/03/2025:Zavonte Q. Young, Jacksonville: Operating a vehicle with…
Read Full Article Kelly will once again challenge Pritzker-backed candidate: Kelly won a crowded 16-person primary in a 2013 special election to fill the congressional seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson, who resigned while under investigation for misuse of campaign funds and eventually went to prison. Kelly received more than half the primary vote before easily…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, May 7, 2025 CCR made the most of its relatively brief, but impactful stay near the top of the charts … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,277 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’ve reached the halfway mark in our countdown of the best American rock bands and…
Read Full Article The following petitions for marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court April 1-30, 2025. Megan Dora-Ann McDowell, 22, of Quincy and Andrew Ryan Ellerman, 31, of Quincy filed April 2, 2025.Chad Lawrence Ballinger, 45, of Payson and Jessica Renee McDermott, 32, of Quincy filed April 3, 2025.David Edward Walker, 26, of Ursa and Morgan…
Read Full Article MENDON, Ill. — The Adams County Fair will welcome Grammy-nominated singer Sara Evans to this year’s fair on Saturday, July 26. Evans has five No. 1 country singles — “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place To Start,” “Born to Fly” and “A Little Bit Stronger.” Several of those No. 1s…
Read Full Article Tia Jackson, 33, of Quincy for FTA Stealing.Tyshala Smith, 23, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing.Christopher Smith, 42, of Quincy for Violation of Order of Protection, Criminal Trespass to Residence and Aggravated Stalking. LodgedGary Vale of Quincy for Failure to Abate a Nuisance.Patricia Vale of Quincy for Failure to Abate a Nuisance.Erica Stockdale, 29, of Quincy…
Read Full Article QUINCY — A Quincy family of four safely escaped a fire in their brick home on Tuesday afternoon after a cooking mishap. The Quincy Fire Department responded at 1:36 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, to a report of a house fire at 614 N. Seventh. The first crew arrived on scene two minutes later and observed…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Auditions for “Jersey Boys” will be held Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10, at Quincy Community Theatre. “Jersey Boys” is a Tony Award-winning musical sensation that brings the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to the stage. Discover the story of four guys from Jersey who became an international pop…
Read Full Article MONROE CITY, Mo. — Double Hearts Ranch and Brush Arbor Church invites community members to their upcoming Fireside Roundup Summer Series, a free monthly community event. Fireside Roundup will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m on the second Friday of each month. Dates are May 9, June 13, July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12…
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