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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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QUINCY — Adams County CASA, a program of Advocacy Network for Children, swore in its newest CASA volunteers. June Otte was sworn in by Judge John Wooleyhan at the Adams County Courthouse on March 7. CASA volunteers are trained community volunteers appointed by a judge to speak up for abused or neglected children in the…
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COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Before striking the ground this spring, Ameren Illinois wants to alert the public about new guidelines established under the Illinois Underground Utility Facilities Damage Prevention Act. This legislation, effective Jan. 1, aims to enhance public safety, minimize risks to excavators prevent disruptions and aid in the expansion of vital public services. Calling…
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Designer perfumes epitomize luxury and exclusivity in the realm of fragrance. A blooming trend in the fragrance industry is the emergence of designer perfumes. Fragrance enthusiasts enjoy the essence of luxury scents with longevity, skin safety, and overall user experience. Finding quality designer perfumes cannot be exaggerated in the competitive perfume industry. It’s not only…
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Dating in Illinois offers many choices, especially for those in their 30s. The environment varies across neighborhoods and cities, and each area has its own patterns and expectations. This article provides a simple, data-driven look at dating options, habits, and challenges in the state, using research and recent survey data. Meeting Options Across Illinois Illinois…
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QUINCY — Mayor Linda Moore announced at the end of Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting her plans to create a housing task force and a sports tourism commission. The lack of adequate housing in Quincy was arguably the biggest issue during the mayoral campaigns of Moore and incumbent Mike Troup. A non-binding referendum supporting an…
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QUINCY — With a new mayor and two new aldermen getting used to sitting in on their first meeting of the Quincy City Council on Monday night, it was understandable that City Clerk Laura Oakman had to get used to new names in new positions as well. She forgot to ask Mike Adkins, the new…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, May 6, 2025 ‘Midnight Confessions’ was their signature hit … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,275 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Well, day one was a ton of fun. I was in conversation most of the day about our No. 7 selection in The Daily Dirt’s week-long…
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QUINCY — Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials (TRRC) recently was designated as the new recipient of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title 1 grant for Local Workforce Innovation Area 14 (LWIA 14). This funding will enable TRRC to broaden its workforce development services across a nine-county region in western Illinois, encompassing…
Read Full Article Kyle D. Hinkamper, 23, of Quincy for Operating Motorcycle on One Wheel at Harrison St. and Granview Dr. 140Ashley N. Epperson, 38, of Hull for Child Safety Seat Violation at 36th St. and Tisha Dr. 140Taj W. Epley, 52, of Quincy for Failure to Report Accident at 5211 Broadway St. 122Aisha R. Jackaron, 29, of…
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Ganhe mais de US$ 6.000 por dia com mineração em nuvem! As principais plataformas de mineração em nuvem para 2025 foram anunciadas — e a RICH Miner lidera o grupo. O que é ainda mais empolgante? Agora você pode usar XRP para investir em mineração em nuvem e, potencialmente, gerar uma renda passiva enorme. A…
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With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Dwayne Charles “D.D.” Fischer on May 2, 2025 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis MO, who departed this world surrounded by family after a life devoted to family, faith, service, and community. Born on April 13, 1949, in Quincy,…
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Richard Talon “Tally” McDonald went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Tally was born on November 11, 1953, in St. Mary’s Hospital in Quincy, IL, son of Richard James McDonald and Phyllis “Kealy” Altgilbers McDonald. Tally attended St. John’s Catholic Grade School…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will offer community health screenings at the Bott Community Center at 705 Lafayette in Warsaw on May 14. Screenings will be A1C, lipid panel and hearing and vision tests for $25. These screenings are available to the public, but participants must register and pay in advance. Fasting for 10 to…
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During a rip-roaring speech in New Hampshire last week, Gov. JB Pritzker called for mass national protests and “disruption,” assailed “do-nothing” Democrats for their “simpering timidity” and labeled President Donald Trump a “madman” who cannot be reasoned with. The Jewish Ukrainian-American governor said of Trump: “Stop tearing down the Constitution in the name of my…
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Gamers are lazy, antisocial, and addicted to screens, right? That’s what people usually say. But you know what? New research is saying something different. Gaming is good for you. It can increase your brainpower, improve your mood, and even help you make genuine connections with people from all corners of the world. So, it’s high…
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COATSBURG, Ill. — Coatsburg has been designated as a Smart Rural Community (SRC) by NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, powered by Adams Fiber. This \ recognition celebrates Coatsburg’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology to drive innovation, support growth and enhance the quality of life for its residents. The announcement was made during a special event at…
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