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QUINCY — Tom Demmers, a Republican state representative from Dixon, stopped in Quincy today to discuss his candidacy for Illinois state treasurer. Demmers was introduced by one of his colleagues in the Illinois House, State Rep. Randy Frese (R-Quincy). Frese said he and Demmers were in agreement to stop tax increases in Illinois. Earlier this…
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Frankie, Bobby and Ashley continue the discussion on the employment situation. Good workers, bad workers, good bosses and bad bosses. There’s plenty of blame, but how is it going to be fixed.
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QUINCY – Quincy University will have its annual homecoming weekend Sept. 22-25, with numerous events planned for alumni, students and the community. Festivities kick-off on Thursday, Sept. 22, with the homecoming parade, pep rally and the annual balloon glow event. Weekend events include favorites like the Chuck French Memorial Golf Tournament, the QU baseball golf…
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QUINCY — The Dancer Love Foundation’s annual fundraiser, “The Glow Row Raiser,” will be from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Sept. 10 at 110 N. Sixth. The Glow Row is a community rowing event, where teams of 10 row a marathon on a stationary row machine. The Dancer Love Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that…
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KEOKUK, Iowa — In response to consistently low demand for inpatient and emergency room care, Blessing Health will close its hospital in Keokuk, Iowa, on Oct. 1 and focus its healthcare resources in the region on clinic-based outpatient care. The announcement was made in a press release sent to local media Thursday morning. The hospital…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Nominating petitions for seats on the John Wood Community College board of trustees will be available at the Quincy campus, 1301 S. 48th, on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Petitions may be circulated starting Tuesday, Sept. 20. The filing period is Dec. 12-19 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This does not include Saturday, Dec.…
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Jessica L Bezely (35) 639 York for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid Accident at 12th & Maine PTC 122 James Weber reported his 12 Kia was hit by another vehicle while parked at 2900 State on 8/22/22 104 Nadunt C Clay, 39, Quincy, was arrested on warrants for operating an uninsured vehicle and petition…
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2022-016040, 08/31/2022 @ 00:54:39, 125 N Main St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Person Officer Assigned 017 Perkins, C L Entered By C62 Potter, L M Adult Male Suspect Trespass Unfounded 08/31/2022Adult Victim Trespass 08/31/2022Adult Female Compl. Suspicious Person 08/31/2022 Public Narrative Suspicous Person repoted at 125 N Main St. 2022-016041, 08/31/2022 @ 04:47:56, 1617 Booker St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint 911 Hang Up Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V…
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The legislature will not reconvene next week as previously planned to debate a $700 million tax cut proposal offered by Gov. Mike Parson, Senate Majority Leader Caleb Rowden said in an email to staff Wednesday. Instead, the session is now scheduled to begin the following week, when lawmakers are already planning to be in town…
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In less than 4 months, the “Pretrial Fairness Act” will become effective and abolish Illinois’s cash bail system. Those who support the new law say the current system imposes a different justice system on defendants who can afford their bond, compared to those who cannot. While we agree a person’s freedom should not depend on…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022 How did geese get to California? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 385 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Thankfully, high school sports are back (man, it was a long summer!), which brings us to another edition of best — or worst, depending on your…
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QUINCY — The Illinois Department of Transportation’s open house to discuss options for improving Illinois 57 is today. The event is from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Atrium, 201 S. Third. In July, IDOT presented it recommendations to the Quincy Community Advisory Group, who is pitching the plan to the state. Options provided were…
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QUINCY — Chris Griggs called it “a dialogue like we’ve never had before, which is very much appreciated.” A group of local boaters and renters informally met for about 90 minutes with Quincy Park Board commissioners John Frankenhoff and Jeff VanCamp on Tuesday to talk about issues involving boating on the Mississippi River and finding…
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QUINCY — A Springfield man, charged with four Class X felonies in connection with a Nov. 9, 2021 sexual assault, is asking to represent himself — again. Bradley S. Yohn, 35, filed a motion Wednesday, Aug. 24, to represent himself in his case. A status hearing was held Wednesday in Adams County Circuit Court, and…
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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. WP Outdoors, LLC of New Oxford, Pa., sold a 40.50-acre farm at 10201 423rd in Nebo to…
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QUINCY — A youth basketball coach and athletic trainer pled guilty Wednesday afternoon in Adams County Circuit Court to one count of criminal sexual abuse. Jonathan Graff, 31, of Quincy entered an open plea with his attorney, Drew Schnack, in front of Judge Roger Thomson. He will sentence Graff at 11 a.m. Oct. 19. Criminal…
Read Full Article 2022-015972, 08/30/2022 @ 00:03:03, 1400 Market St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Suspicious Person Officer Assigned 032 Allen, B J Entered By C74 Harp, A L Adult Involve Suspicious Person 08/30/2022Adult Compl. Suspicious Person 08/30/2022Involve Suspicious Person 08/30/2022 Public Narrative Suspicious person reported at 1400 Market St. 2022-015973, 08/30/2022 @ 00:22:48, 9Th Lyon St, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Citizen Contact Officer Assigned 032 Allen, B J Entered By C62 Potter, L…
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MENDON, Ill. — The agriculture industry program at Community Unit School District 4 has experiencedgrowth and improvements. With the leadership of Clayton Blunier, who teaches agriculture mechanics, and Amy Lucie, who teaches agriculture industry courses, the district secured funding to improve student experiences. The major supporters are the ADM Cares Foundation, Compeer Financial Services, Tracy…
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Portillo’s, a hot dog and Italian beef restaurant brand synonymous with Chicago and Illinois, is focusing their expansion on out-of-state locations that treat businesses better. For new locations, CEO Michael Osanloo said Arizona, Florida and Texas will make up “at least the majority – if not the vast majority.” One of the reasons Osanloo cited is declining population in…
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QUINCY — A community forum in the City Council chambers at Quincy City Hall is set for 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7. The purpose of the forum is to provide additional information about the proposed recycling ordinance and receive feedback from citizens about questions or concerns. Citizens concerned about recycling but unable to attend the…
Read Full Article Megan R. Parada-Olivarez (36) 1318 S. 17th for failure to reduce speed to avoid accident at 18th & Harrison PTC 121 Brent E. Parrott (38) Perry, Mo., for shoplifting at 5211 Broadway NTA 101 Kris A Curbin (61) 631 Madison for failure to yield at stop sign at 5th & State PTC 121 Eric Glas…
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QUINCY — A new service, JustTasking, will help people in Adams County with everyday tasks and getting them done. Their motto is, “If you can’t. We know who can.” JustTasking leverages a network of “taskers” to connect users to the proper people for several different tasks when needed. “As we continue to invest in the…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Kroc Center has teamed up with local photographer Julie Ginos from GS Photography to offer a four-week photography course from 6-7 p.m. on Tuesday evenings beginning Sept. 6 and ending Sept. 27. “In the past, our photography classes have been some of our most popular offerings,” education and fine arts specialist Jonathon…
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