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QUINCY — The United Way of Adams County Community Building Council Behavioral Health Team is partnering with Quincy Public Schools to offer details on specific mental health resources available in the community. This collaborative effort will increase awareness of vital information to help educational staff connect students with support services. The Community Building Council Behavioral…
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After reviewing recent trends and insights on bathroom renovations, it’s clear that 2025 is set to redefine the art of bathtub remodels. Homeowners are embracing a blend of luxurious spa-like features with eco-conscious designs, transforming bathrooms into personal retreats that combine style, comfort, and functionality. Innovations in materials and smart technology are driving these updates,…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County and John Wood Community College are sponsoring a program by Arlis Dittmer entitled “Another Nurse, Another War” about the life of Lauretta Eno. The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, in JWCC’s Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium, 1301 S. 48th. Eno served…
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The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 02/24/2025Thomas A. Grover, Rushville struck a deer on Il 99. 03/02/2025:Christina K. Kerr, Meredosia: Struck a deer on 750N. CITATIONS: 02/18/2025: Hudson F. Garbett, Good Hope: Speeding 70/55 MPH Zone.02/26/2025:Yonatan…
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Bonita Susan ‘Bonnie’ Sparrow, 78, of Quincy, IL, died on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in her home following a courageous battle with cancer. Bonnie was born on January 2, 1947 in Quincy, the daughter of Roman and Martha (Dinkheller) Klinner. She attended Quincy Notre Dame High School and had previously worked at Artcraft as Quality…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, March 7, 2025 This subject literally is literally akin to fingernails on a chalkboard … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,222 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Raise your hand if you run into at least one person a day who seems to overuse the word “literally”. Actually,…
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Henry Hugh Morrison, 95, a resident of Adams Pointe Assisted Living in Quincy, Illinois and formerly of rural Barry Illinois, passed away on March 3, 2025 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. He was born on December 16, 1929 to Clarence Dewitt and Mary Caroline “Carrie”…
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Muddy River Mornings is driven by Hess Auto Agency. Every Friday, Bob Gough and Brittany Boll have the latest in news, weather and sports to get you ready for the weekend. And Brittany shows you where to get the best bacon on the block.
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QUINCY — Donald Trump laid out a new vision for education in America in a September 2023 campaign video that included closing the U.S. Department of Education (ED). “We’re going to end education coming out of Washington, D.C.,” he said. Sources close to President Trump shared last month that the administration was working on an…
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Thank you for the article, Musklectric Burgleoo. This article voices what I am thinking – dreading – about what our nation is grappling with. Thanks to so many uninformed voters, we are now looking very foolish in our country and to the world. At the rate, this administration is unraveling our great nation. It will…
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Debra S. Shannon, 45, of Quincy for Improper Lane Usage at 8th and Jefferson. NTA 102Kevon D. Gay, 18, of Quincy for Stop Sign Violation at 20th and State. NTA 104Jerry W. Fecht, 65, of Carthage for Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident at 24th and Chestnut. NTA 181Cody M. Steel, 35, of…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 6, 2025 There was strong support for BLAH to be the new No. 1, but CAMO JOE lives to reign another week … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,221 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The changes are coming fast and furious. The Great Plate Debate IV…
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Robert (Bob) Carl Schwartz, 89, of Quincy, Illinois, formerly of the Liberty area, passed away peacefully at 11:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Blessing Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on September 27, 1935, in Quincy, Illinois, to Carl Otto Schwartz and Hester Ada (Marshall) Schwartz. On April 27, 1957,…
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Kringle Joyce Lindsey, age 68, of Quincy, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in her home, surrounded by family. Kringle was born at 3:42 AM on Sunday, the 4th of November 1956 in Redwood City, California. She married Steven Darrell Lindsey on July 14th, 1984 in Mt. Sterling, IL. He survives. Kringle attended Highland…
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Marion “Oscar” Edward Myers, Jr, age 69, of Camp Point, passed away at Blessing Hospital on March 2, 2025. Oscar was born on April 27, 1955 in Pittsfield, IL the son of Marion and Waneda (Crossman) Myers. Oscar went into the Air Force right out of High School. He served stateside as well as in…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Friends of the Performing Arts is the host of the 32nd annual Showcase of Excellence Jazz Band and Show Choir Competition on Saturday, March 8. Performing groups from Illinois, Missouri and Iowa will compete throughout the day. The Show Choir competition will feature 19 groups performing in the QHS…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A LaBelle man wanted on a domestic assault in the first degree charge was arrested Monday in Hannibal. Members of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Department were contacted on Dec. 29, 2024, by the Missouri Children’s Division regarding a domestic assault that occurred on Dec. 27, 2024, in La Belle. An adult female…
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Have you ever felt like you’re drowning in a sea of essays, with deadlines looming like hungry sharks? We’ve all been there! Juggling classes, social life, and a part-time job can leave you with zero time (and energy!) to write that history paper on the War of 1812. That’s when you start thinking, “Man, I…
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PALMYRA, Mo. — VFW Post 11041 will hold its monthly fish fry from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, March 7, at the VFW hall, 316 S. Main in Palmyra. The menu will consist of catfish fillet, VFW spuds, baked beans, cole slaw, cornbread, dessert and drink. Cost for the meal is $12 for adults and…
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QUINCY — The Chaddock Children’s Foundation is joining forces with Jersey Mike’s for the 15th annual March “Month of Giving” campaign to support local charities. During March, customers will have the option to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar or donate $1, $3 or $5 when placing an order. This Month of Giving…
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COATSBURG, Ill. — The Coatsburg Lions Club will be the host of its 55th annual “Whole Hog Day” on Saturday, March 8, at the Paloma Community Building, 1825 E. 1635th, in Paloma. Club members will be serving pancakes, whole hog sausage, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, coffee and milk from 6 to 11 a.m. Tickets…
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Darrell Henze said if he had just said he was sorry, he believes he would still be the softball coach for Quincy High School. But he just couldn’t do it. His termination was made official following a lengthy Quincy School Board meeting on Feb. 26. Henze was upset with the way the situation regarding the…
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