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QUINCY — Tena Awerkamp, director of Primary Care Services at Blessing Hospital, retired May 23, having completed 38 years of service. After graduating from the Blessing Hospital School of Radiologic Technology, Awerkamp worked as a technologist in the hospital’s radiology department for 10 years before beginning her leadership career. She then served in the following…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health is offering a free educational webinar to ease the stigma of seeking help for erectile dysfunction (ED) and the significant impact it can have on the quality of life for men and their partners. Presented by board certified urologist Dr. Bradley Holland at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, the webinar…
Read Full Article Looking for a gift that doesn’t just blend in with the others, but which stands out for its simplicity and elegance? Opt for minimalist jewelry that will stay popular regardless of the changing trends because of its design. The freedom to mix and match jewelry One of the great benefits of jewelry is the easy…
Read Full Article Mr. Peaches is back to let you know he is still looking for his forever home! Peaches just celebrated his 5th birthday, and his birthday wish was to find his forever family. Peaches is a gorgeous Orange Tabby with a heart as sweet as his name! Peaches is a very laid-back and affectionate kitty who…
Read Full Article MARION COUNTY, Mo. — Tractors will ride through Marion County at the end of summer as part of the Northeast Missouri Knights of Columbus’ first NEMO Journey for Charity tractor cruise to raise funds and collect food for local pantries on Sunday, Aug. 24. The 35-mile cruise from Hannibal to Monroe City is being organized…
Read Full Article Reporter: This budget relied on a few one-time fixes. You’ve tried in the past to fix the structural deficit in 2020. Is that something that you’re going to be looking to spend political capital on going forward? Something a little bit more long-term? So we don’t have to do this every year—the one-time moving stuff…
Read Full Article Blessing Hospital A daughter, Millie Renee James Minor, was born May 13, 2025, at 11:23 am. She weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Alaina Kennard and Shawn Minor of Louisiana, Mo.A son, Stetson Wayne Moesch, was born May 19, 2025, at 5:50 pm. He weighed 7 pounds 8…
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. Matthew D. Lorentzen and Amber R. Lorentzen of Quincy sold a residence at 1030 S. 21st in…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, June 1, 2025 I’m also wondering today if fish ever get thirsty … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,303 of The Daily Dirt 1. Since we’re now into June, that means I’m officially another month older. 2. Did you know (Part 382) 3. A few more things…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal School District will offer free breakfast and lunch for school-aged children up to 18 years old from Monday, June 2, through Friday, June 13. Serving locations are Hannibal Middle School, Veterans Elementary School and Early Childhood Center. Serving times are as follows: Also eligible are disabled adults over age 18.…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The premiere of the film “Tolton Speaks” will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 22 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 2600 Maine. “Tolton Speaks: The Life and Letters of Fr. Augustus Tolton” is a documentary about Venerable Fr. Augustus Tolton’s journey to the priesthood. Born into slavery and prohibited from…
Read Full Article QUINCY — State Rep. Kyle Moore is inviting area youngsters to explore new worlds this summer in his “To the Library and Beyond” summer reading program. In a press release, Moore said, “Books can take you to amazing places. When you’re a reader, there’s always a new adventure waiting just a page-turn away. Whether you…
Read Full Article CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals, from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, at 1454 N. County Road 2050. To donate, contact Heidi Jo Jones at 217-430-6403 or visit www.bloodcenter.org and use code 4157 to locate the drive.…
Read Full Article Delores J. Paley of 823 S. 36th Street, Quincy, Illinois, formerly of Lake Forest, Illinois, died peacefully at home on May 30, 2025. She was born March 19,1926 in Flanagan, Illinois, the daughter of Almon and Vera Bertsche. She married Arthur J. Paley on November 1, 1947. He preceded her in death on May 12,…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce (QACC) is accepting applications for the third year of its Leadership Institute, a program designed to educate and inspire emerging leaders to actively engage in the Quincy and Adams County community. Focused on cultivating leadership skills and community awareness, the Leadership Institute empowers participants to make a…
Read Full Article Logan Schmitt, 30, of Quincy for Improper Left Turn and Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration at 24th and Locust. 111Casandra Simms, 24, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 2nd and Hampshire. 108Parker Putnam, 24, of Fowler for Operating Vehicle with Suspended Registration and Operating Uninsured Vehicle at 8th and Chestnut.…
Read Full Article State Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) says the $55.2 billion spending plan passed at the last hour Saturday represents a nearly 40 percent increase since the current administration took office in 2019 and also requires an extra $1 billion in taxes. “Gov. Pritzker has made it abundantly clear that Illinoisans are not his priority. By any…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, June 1, 2025 PB Max, anyone? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,302 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever walked by the candy counter at one of the local supermarkets and wonder what happened to some of your old favorites? Well, I have. And quite…
Read Full Article William E. “Bill” Ashmore, age 77, of Quincy, died on Friday, May 30, 2025 at 3:38 a.m. in his home. Bill was born on February 11, 1948 in Riverside, New Jersey, the son of Emerson Melvin and Margret A. Penn Ashmore. He married Marie A. DeSutter on November 26, 1976 in Palmyra, NJ. She survives.…
Read Full Article When planning a vacation, it can be difficult to know where to start with travel agents, booking lodging and finding businesses. Scammers are ready to take advantage of this, especially as we enter the summer travel season. They often go after people looking for deals online by offering tempting travel packages at extra-low prices. Travel…
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