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BARRY, Ill. — Three people are in the Pike County Jail and face multiple drug charges after they were arrested Thursday. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department and West Central Illinois Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 9:18 p.m. Thursday at a residence in the 700 block of Williams in Barry. After an investigation,…
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QUINCY — Quincy University will celebrate Franciscan Heritage Week Oct. 2–7. The public is encouraged to join faculty, staff and students at the events hosted by QU Campus Ministry. The celebration will begin at 7:15 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, with an Ignite Praise and Worship service at the Campus Ministry House, 823 N. 20th. Other…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Maj. Bill Hendricks with the U.S. Marine Corps was inspired by his wife Diane 75 years ago when she tried to donate a homemade Raggedy Ann doll to a needy child but could not find any organization to do so. At her suggestion, he gathered a group of local Marine reservists who coordinated and collected…
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JACKSONVILLE, Ill. — The days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are starting to cool off. We can start seeing changes in the landscape. Many of our landscape plants are starting to look a little ragged this time of year, while others, like goldenrod and asters, are in their full glory. Before we know it,…
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Bob Gough hits the road to check out Quincy Warehouse Bargains and talk with CEO Jim Molidor about the company’s growth. Cason, Huff and Schlueter Insurances sponsors the Business Spotlight.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Project Community Connect is the latest organization to receive a grant award from the Riedel Foundation. Riedel trustee April Baldwin presented a $7,500 check to PCC for an upcoming event to combat homelessness in Hannibal. PCC is the host of a one-day event from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Admiral…
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GRIGGSVILLE, Ill. — Additional charges have been filed against a Griggsville man charged in connection to a series of fires in Pike County. The Pike County Sheriff’s Department filed charges on Sept. 19 of burglary, arson and criminal damage to property (between $10,000 and $100,000) in connection to an incident on July 26. Travis D.…
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QUINCY — The Catholic Church in the United States celebrates October as Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is designated as Respect Life Sunday. Community members are invited to join with other area pro-life supporters at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, in peaceful public witness. A life chain for 60 minutes will allow supports…
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QUINCY — Registration is now open for the 16th annual “Pink Pass It On in the District” 5K walk for breast cancer awareness on Saturday, Oct. 22 in Washington Park. Walkers are asked for a minimum $25 donation. Each participant will receive a t-shirt. Children under 12 can walk for free. Registration is accepted up…
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Despite the increase in knowledge about Alzheimers and other dementias, with the growing number of adults reaching age 65, the battle continues. And with that battle, the number of families having to deal with loved ones suffering from the disease never wains. Western Illinois University researchers are searching for volunteers for a new study examining…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Learn a new instrument by registering for upcoming group ukulele lessons to be held from noon-1 p.m. on Thursdays, Oct. 6-27 at the Kroc Center. Education and fine arts specialist Jonathon Weller will teach the class. “Ukulele is such a fun instrument, and I’ve loved getting the chance to teach this class over…
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SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker announced a plan Tuesday to reduce a $1.8 billion Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund deficit by $450 million through an infusion of unemployment-related revenues. The trust fund is the pool of money paid into by employers to provide a social safety net for unemployed individuals. The employer’s insurance premiums are essentially…
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Bobby L Wofford (53) Homeless for Armed Violence, Possession of Firearm by Felon, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Trespassing to State Supported Land, FTA Delivery of Methamphetamine & Marion Co FTA Delivery of Controlled Substance at 527 Broadway Lodged 177 Duane E Barham, 28, 525 S 18th St, Expired Registration and DWLS at…
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Frankie, Bobby and Ashley run the gamut on topics today…and enjoy some Spotted Cow in the process.
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2022-018020, 09/29/2022 @ 01:17:30, US 61 James Rd, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M Entered By C62 Potter, L M Public Narrative Traffic stop for speed on US-61 near James Rd. Driver was issued a citation and released. 2022-018021, 09/29/2022 @ 02:39:36, 416 N Arch St 2, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Information Officer Assigned 034 DeLaPorte, R T …
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QUINCY — First Baptist Church, 739 N. Eighth, will be the site of a free five-week tenant workshop beginning Tuesday, Oct. 4 and continuing through Nov. 1. Each session will begin with a light supper at 5 p.m., with the program beginning at 5:30 p.m. Anyone who rents a house or apartment in Quincy may…
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QUINCY — Bing Welper was sitting on the porch of his home on the morning of Father’s Day this spring when he looked outside and noticed a familiar car pulling up on the driveway. “That’s my car,” he said as a huge grin grew across his awe-struck face. “That’s my car right there.” “I fell…
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EDITOR’S NOTE: Muddy River News has received permission to reprint reviews and chapters from the book, “Taming the Upper Mississippi: My Turn at Watch, 1935-1999,” written by Janice Petterchak. The book reflects on flood protection, navigation and the environment on the upper Mississippi River through the eyes of Quincy engineer William H. Klingner. You can…
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Let us not forget all the Don Drysdales. Don’t worry, you’ll understand in a munte … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 409 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The 1990s might be one of the most underrated decades when it comes to TV shows. That was the decade that gave us such…
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QUINCY — September 29 is the start of early voting in Illinois. The Adams County Clerk’s Office will be open from 8:30am until 4:30pm, Monday through Friday (except for Holidays) for any voter who would like to vote early. The office will offer Saturday early voting on October 29 and November 5 between the hours…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum will hold its annual Folk Life Festival from noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at 1601 Maine. Admission to the grounds and the museum is free. The festival will offer a variety of vendors and demonstrators. Crafters and demonstrators will share a variety of old-time crafts and activities. Visitors can enjoy…
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More than 860 people from nearly all 50 states have been arrested in connection with the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The Chicago Sun-Times published a list on Wednesday of at least 32 known residents who face charges for their role in the incident and the status of their court date. A…
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Blessing Hospital A boy was born to Jacob Pickard and Autumn Davis of Lewistown, Mo., at 7:07 a.m. Sept. 15.A girl was born to Robert and Valerie Pryor of Canton, Mo., at 1:37 p.m. Sept. 16.A girl was born to Kurt and Jennifer Welker of Quincy at 7:27 p.m. Sept. 16.A boy was born to…
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QUINCY — Children ages 3-6 and their favorite doll or stuffed toy are invited to Blessing-Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, 3609 Marx Drive, from noon-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2, for the 34th annual Teddy Bear Clinic. There is no cost to attend the event. The theme for this year’s event is, “Bringing Magical…
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