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Complications with scheduling experts forces Wiley first-degree murder trial to be moved to November
QUINCY — A trial for a Quincy man, charged nearly five years ago with first-degree murder in the death of an infant, must wait six more months. Travis Wiley, 35, appeared with public defenders Todd Nelson and Shelby Hoiness for a pre-trial hearing before Judge Michael Atterberry Friday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court. Wiley…
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QUINCY — A Quincy man facing up to five years in prison after pleading guilty for threatening a public official received 24 months of probation instead. As part of a straight plea, Chaeto Nichols, 19, had one count of aggravated discharge of a firearm, a Class 1 felony, and a misdemeanor charge of obstructing a…
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Christopher Goodwin, 35, of Quincy for Agg Assault and a DOC warrant. Lodged 101 Briana Foster, 32, 501 Broadway St, FTA Expired DL at Indian Hills. Lodged 101 Tina Blackledge, 56, of Quincy for Fail to Yield-Right of Way. PTC 107 Jermaine Q Harper 653 Harrison Dr for FTA Fleeing on Foot at 6th &…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Palmyra man is in the Marion County Jail after he allegedly was stealing from a construction site. At approximately 3:39 a.m. Friday, May 5, an officer with the Hannibal Police Department was patrolling a construction area near Shinn Lane and noticed a suspicious vehicle on the property. The officer contacted Aaron M.…
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RALLS COUNTY, Mo. — Former Ralls County Lt. Gloria Jennings filed a civil lawsuit on May 1 alleging misconduct, sexual harassment and retaliation by Ralls County Sheriff Brad Stinson. Jennings alleges Stinson and other members of Ralls County Sheriff’s Department retaliated against her by moving her office, isolating her from other coworkers and initiating an…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, May 5, 2023 A slap on the head, a gouge of the eyes, a pull of the ears. Ahhh, those were the days, my friends. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 599 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are times when I’m watching what is supposed to be comedy,…
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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. Vanessa Markert of Mount Sterling sold a residence at 112 E. South in Mount Sterling to…
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QUINCY — As part of Dogwood weekend, the Friends of the Log Cabins will have an open house in the Lincoln-era log cabin village from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, May 7. The village is on Quinsippi Island Park and is accessed via All America Park, just off Bonansinga Drive. The four log cabins will be open, along…
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Mike and Debra Mccolez were married May 12,1973 at St.Mary’s Church by Father Johnson.Thet have 3 sons:Anthony,Timothy, and Thomas(Sarah).Mike is retired from Knapheide and Army Reserve(27).Debi is retired from QMG.
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The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed in Adams County Circuit Court March 22 through April 30, 2023. Connie Deming from William C. Deming on March 22, 2023.Jarod Parkhill from Sheila Parkhill on March 23, 2023.Tjoda Kay Sutton from David Garrett Sutton on March 23, 2023.Molly A. Moore from Joshua E. Moore on…
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Workforce development partners on the Adams County Works Career Guidance Team awarded prizes from local businesses to four area teachers in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8-12. In a press release, Gena Finley, chair of the Adams County Works Career Guidance Team and program coordinator for Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center, said, “Teachers educate,…
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Davey sits in for Bobby and expresses his dislike of parades. Ashley takes umbrage and Frankie tells jokes.
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Music Department choirs will present their spring concert, “Choral Collage,” at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 7, in the Francis Hall chapel on QU’s main campus. Choirs will perform under the direction of Kristin Ramseyer, assistant professor of vocal music and director of choirs, with accompaniment by QU collaborate pianist Laura Kammerer.…
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DECATUR, Ill. — Forgery and misconduct charges filed against Brent Fischer were thrown out by a Macon County judge Thursday afternoon. Macon County Circuit Court Judge Jeffrey Geisler ruled in favor of the defense’s argument that Macon County was not the proper venue to consider the charges Fischer. The accusations were made against him when…
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QUINCY — A simple 50-50 raffle — with a big twist — has turned Thursday nights at the Knights of Columbus grounds on South 36th Street into the biggest must-attend party of the spring. It’s guaranteed to last at least one more week. No one kept attendance figures, but at least a couple thousand people were…
Read Full Article Bryan Hill, 62, of Quincy for FTA Fighting. Lodged 122 Tiwana Norris, 48, of Quincy for Trespassing at 5211 Broadway. NTA 122 Phillip Treaster, 34, FTA Unisured Vehicle, Speeding, and DWLS. Lodged 170 Amy Miller, 26, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage. PTC 136 Reshay Wright, 42, of Quincy for Failure to Reduce Speed. PTC…
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WEST QUINCY, Mo. — The remains of a cafe that was closed by the Flood of 1993 was destroyed by fire Thursday night. Crews from Palmyra, Ewing, LaGrange in Missouri and Quincy and Tri-Township in Illinois responded to a mutual aid call at 6:43 p.m. A Marion County Sheriff’s deputy who was driving by put…
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QUINCY — Adams County Circuit Judge Scott Larson signed an order Thursday immediately allowing portable electronic devices in the Adams County Courthouse. However, using those devices in the courthouse will have limitations. The order limits visitors to using portable electronic devices in the common areas of the courthouse, such as lobbies and hallways, for email,…
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PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Deputies with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department conducted a traffic stop at 7:57 p.m. April 30 on West Washington Street in Pittsfield. After an investigation, the driver, Ryan M. Hill, 40, of Nebo was arrested on the following offenses: Hill was lodged in the Pike County Jail.
Read Full Article 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. Courtney Chaco of Rockport sold a residence at 104 Lyndel in Pleasant Hill to Carole Lynnette…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Maria Kuhns, entrepreneurship specialist and SBDC director with the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council, gave an update on the proposed Hannibal Community Improvement District (CID) at the Hannibal City Council meeting Tuesday. The plan for Hannibal’s CID would include a sales tax levy up to 1%, which will only apply within the…
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QUINCY — Lydia Spillman, a teacher at St. Francis Solanus School, is one of five finalists in the Springfield Diocese for the Elizabeth Ann Seton Award. In a press release, St. Francis principal Julie Radel said, “Though Lydia Spillman has only been teaching at St. Francis Solanus School for two years, she has made a…
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QUINCY — Donald Altgilbers, associate nurse manager in Surgical Services/Operating Room at Blessing Hospital, retired April 28 after 45 years of service. His advanced certifications included being a registered nurse first assistant, certified nurse in the operating room and certified surgical technologist. Altgilbers spent his entire career in Blessing Surgical Services, starting in 1976 as…
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Jody Heavner, a teacher at Pittsfield High School, is one of five finalists from Illinois to receive the Golden Owl Award, which recognizes the country’s leading agricultural teachers. Nationwide, a group of large U.S. insurance and financial services companies based in Columbus, Ohio, partnered with state FFA organizations to create the Golden Owl Award in…
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