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QUINCY — After 27½ years with the Quincy Fire Department, including the last 3½ as chief, Bernie Vahlkamp has decided to retire effective Feb. 28. Vahlkamp, who replaced Joe Henning as chief in July 2021, announced his decision during Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting. He told Muddy River News on Monday morning he originally hoped…
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QUINCY — Only one person spoke up when a public hearing concerning the city’s proposed property tax levy increase for the 2025 tax year was held during Monday night’s Quincy City Council meeting. So Kelly Mays (R-3) took it upon herself to create discussion among the aldermen when they gave a first reading to an…
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QUINCY — The Quincy City Council approved Mayor Mike Troup’s appointment of Bill Lantz as the director of Quincy Regional Airport during its Monday meeting. Lantz informed the Aeronautics Committee at its Dec. 4 meeting that he had recently passed his ACE Airfield Operations Review Course and now is a registered member of the American Association…
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Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Marie Brownlee of Keokuk, Iowa sold a residence at 515 Clay in Warsaw to Gregory Merriman…
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Vincent E. Jones, 52, Quincy for Aggravated Assault. Lodged 162Jennifer M. Maize, 55, Quincy was arrested on Madison County Warrants for Disorderly Conduct, Burglary and Agg Battery to a Peace Officer. Lodged 110Edward C. Stephenson, 18, Frederick, Colo., for Fail To Yield Private Drive. 102Jeffrey A. Case, 44, 715 Hamilton Ave. for FTA-Possession of Meth…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 In the five minutes it will likely take you to ready today’s Daily Dirt, the newest Juan Soto, will earn $485. The math is coming in thought No. 2 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,138 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Merriam-Webster.com’s “word of the…
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James “Jim” Lewis Hobbins, age 98, of Quincy, died Sunday, December 1, 2024, at 2:27 am in Blessing Hospital. Jim was born November 2, 1926, in West Moreland County, Pennsylvania, the son of John William and Mary Myrtle Bovard Hobbins. Jim grew up in Pittsburgh. As a result of spending time playing with the Rooney…
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QUINCY — Project Red Ribbon kicked off in Quincy on Monday, Nov. 25. Any member of the community who wants to participate in Mothers Against Drunk Driving’s Project Red Ribbon may pick up a free red ribbon at their local bank or credit union. In a press release, project chairman J.T. Dozier said, “The next…
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LA GRANGE, Mo. — Mark Twain Casino recently announced the success of a fundraising campaign benefiting The Breast Center at Blessing Hospital that resulted in a total of $1,050 raised. The fundraising initiative invited guests to participate in a match donation program, where every dollar donated in cash up to $100 was matched by the…
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CHICAGO – It was the last day of the General Assembly’s spring legislative session in 2018 when veteran Statehouse lobbyist Mike McClain realized his bill wasn’t going anywhere. McClain was officially retired but still took on “assignments” from his longtime friend Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. But one particular project he took on proved especially…
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Meet Ernie, a charming 3-year-old terrier shepherd mix with a tan coat and a lovable face that will remind you of Scooby-Doo! This sweet, goofy guy has a heart of gold and is always ready to make new friends. Ernie is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all his vaccinations, making him eager to find his…
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Ashley and Brittany jump in the car with Randy again … this time down Ill. 104 to a long-time local favorite entertainment center: Scottie’s Fun Spot! SEE Quincy, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, brings you Road Trips with Randy.
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WARSAW, Ill. — Warsaw Chamber of Commerce will hold Christmas on Main on Saturday, Dec. 14, kicking off the holiday season. Events will begin at 1 p.m. and continue until 8 p.m. that evening. Schedule of Events 1 to 4 p.m. 5 to 8 p.m.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — While the kids have had their fun, it’s time for the grown-ups to get in on the action with Holly Jolly for Adults at the Hannibal Arts Council. Join HAC staff members Beth Hinton and Becky Evans for a festive, hands-on evening from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at…
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PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Missouri farmers may have grown the peanuts that you enjoy in holiday candies like peanut brittle or peanut clusters. In 2020, the USDA named Missouri a primary peanut-producing state, a designation for states averaging more than 10,000 tons of peanut production annually over three years, says Justin Calhoun, University of Missouri Extension…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Dec. 9, 2024 In today’s second thought, the item dealing with Saudi Arabia importing camels from Australia genuinely surprised me. I didn’t even know Australia had camels … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,137 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A recent survey has revealed the most coveted part-time jobs in Illinois…
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QUINCY — Attorneys representing Tim Bliefnick, a Quincy man convicted of murdering his estranged wife in Feb. 2023, have petitioned the Illinois Supreme Court for leave to appeal the Nov. 8 judgment of the Appellate Court, Fourth Judicial District. A three-judge panel from the Illinois Appellate Court Fourth District — Raylene Grischow from Sangamon County,…
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Funeral services for Tanya D’Arline Cunningham, 82, of Vandalia, will be at 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Vandalia with pastor Glenn Forman officiating. Burial will follow in the Vandalia Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Mrs. Cunningham…
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DURHAM, Mo. — A Maywood, Mo., man was charged with theft, trespassing and drug charges after his arrest last week. The Lewis County Sheriff’s Department responded on Tuesday, Dec. 3, to a theft report from a rural farm near Durham. A landowner observed a suspicious pickup truck on his property and contacted law enforcement. The…
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QUINCY — It’s the busiest delivery season of the year, and unfortunately, that means scammers will be busy, too. You may already be expecting packages you bought on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Home delivery is the most popular delivery method for people who plan to shop online for the holidays this year – and…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024 Wait until you get to the part about old Roman toothpaste … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,136 of The Daily Dirt. 1. In the United States, giving someone a “thumbs up” or making a “horn shape” with your fingers are usually considered to be friendly…
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QUINCY — During the second phase of the City Hall rehabilitation project, the west entrance will be closed to allow for construction on the first floor. Anyone who needs to enter City Hall must use the east entrance on S. Eighth. Visitors to City Hall who require ADA-compliant accessibility should call 217-228-4575. Arrangements will be…
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