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By SARAH MANSURCapitol News Illinois SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker issued a new executive order Monday that allows fully vaccinated residents to not wear masks inside and outdoors. The updated rules for mask wearing are nearly identical to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s updated guidance, which was released Thursday. The CDC guidance permits fully…
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The Hannibal Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in reference to the shooting that occurred at 905 Center Street on Sunday. The images of the two males are persons of interest in this case. The third photo is of Gage L. Haynes, 21 of Hannibal, who is also being sought for his involvement. Anyone…
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Are we back to normal? It’s sure starting to feel like it. May is graduation season and this weekend saw many of our local colleges hold ceremonies as did Quincy Notre Dame. Other high schools will soon be following suit. There are still some masks, but they seem to fewer and fewer. I attended multiple…
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From ILLINOIS POLICY – Illinois state lawmakers are trying to set up a free shot and a beer for those who get a COVID-19 immunization. One per customer, though. And someone else is paying. House Bill 4078 proposes a single free alcoholic drink as part of a promotion to get people vaccinated against COVID 19. Lawmakers want to…
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If you want to know why we are here doing Muddy River News, go no further than this piece from WIREPOINTS. This hits the nail on the head. Yes, it is written with a bit of a conservative slant (note the shots at AP and the New York Times), but it’s pretty tough to dispute.…
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From ILLINOIS POLICY Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is encouraging road trips just in time for drivers to catch the next boost in the state’s gas tax. The law that doubled Illinois’ state portion of the gas tax also automatically boosts the tax every July 1 based on inflation – a move that saved state lawmakers from the…
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Charles Hull, owner of The Complex and The Cab nightclubs in Quincy, has purchased a long-time, but shuttered, restaurant at 18th and State. The southeast corner of that block was home to Elder’s restaurant from 1970 until June 2019. But that doesn’t mean your frozen fishbowls of beer or fried chicken will be coming back…
Read Full Article Damon M. Anderson (26) was arrested for Aggravated Domestic Battery. Lodged -184 Patrick Wallace (42) was arrested for Improper Lane Use. PTC -145 Christopher Wood (36) was arrested on Pike County warrants for Petition to Revoke Bail Bond and FTA Driving while License Suspended, No Insurance, Domestic Battery, DUI, Possession of Meth and Possession of…
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Quincy University has announced that masks and physical distancing will no longer be required on the Quincy University campus for those who are fully vaccinated. QU’s announcement followed the release of new guidelines on May 13 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “At Quincy University, we have consistently adhered to the guidance provided…
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Santa Fe College in Gainesville, Florida has hired Greg McVey to be the college’s new Athletic Director, replacing Jim Keites who is retiring after a quarter-century of service to SF. McVey, who will begin at SF May 17, most recently served as Athletic Director at Garden City Community College in Kansas, where he oversaw 15…
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From The Center Square – The director of the Illinois Department of Public Health can’t recall if she had talked with the former director of the Department of Veterans Affairs during the peak of the deadly LaSalle Veteran’s Home COVID-19 outbreak last fall. On Nov. 1, 2020, it was clear there was a COVID-19 outbreak…
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MRN Publisher/GM Bob Gough sits down with the CEO of Quincy Medical Group to discuss healthcare and QMG’s plans for building a 25-bed hospital at the Quincy TownCenter (formerly Quincy Mall).
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QUINCY — The allure of becoming a police officer isn’t what it once was. The National Police Foundation reported in 2020 that 86 percent of police departments nationwide are experiencing a shortage of officers. Hiring for officers is on a five-year decline. Quincy and Adams County are not immune to this problem. Figures provided by…
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From SUCCESSFUL FARMING – The closure of a Mississippi River bridge on the Tennessee-Arkansas state line sent the grain markets nosediving Thursday. Overnight, the farm markets made a slight recovery, looking to start Friday’s session higher. As of Friday morning, there are currently 52 vessels with a total of 901 barges in the queue, according to…
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BRIDGE THE GAP 2021 ROAD CLOSURES AND EMERGENCY ALERTS QUINCY, IL – On Saturday, May 15, 2021, Quincy Medical Group (QMG) will host the 21st annual Bridge the Gap to Health Race. Safety is a top priority for the event. To ensure the safety of participants, spectators, and volunteers the following streets will be closed or reduced to…
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Cristina L Kerker (26) 2305 State for Passing a School Bus while Unloading at 150 S 48th NTA 104 Paulla L Meyer (37) West Point Il for FTA Trespassing Lodged 122 Joshua Rehfeldt (41) 401 Elm Apt 4 Quincy, IL for retail theft (prior conviction) at 5211 Broadway. NTA. 169 Makayla Cheely (20) 615 N…
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On Thursday morning, the Pike County Sheriff’s Department executed a court-authorized search warrant in the 600 block of Bridge Street, Nebo, Illinois. That search led to the arrest of Anthony Mark Westemeyer, 33, of Nebo. Westemyer was arrested on a Pike County warrant and an original charge of unlawful possession of methamphetamine. He is…
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The Adams County Health Department is announcing COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine availabilities throughout Adams County. These walk-in events require no pre-registration and aim to provide convenience for school-age children who are 12 and older. These community vaccine clinics are also open to the general public. When receiving the Pfizer vaccine, individuals should plan to return at…
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By TIM KIRSININKAS- CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker announced a new $6 million tourism advertising campaign Wednesday aimed at attracting visitors to the state and sparking economic activity following the COVID-19 pandemic. The multimedia campaign, featured around the theme “Time for Me to Drive,” showcases various destinations in all parts of the…
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Three airlines submitted bids to the United States Department of Transportation for the Essential Air Service (EAS) program at Quincy Regional Airport. The DOT has asked the City to submit a recommendation for the bid that best fits the community’s needs by June 11. The Aeronautics Committee will be hosting a town hall meeting to…
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UPDATE: Late Thursday night, Quincy Police arrested an Adams County, Illinois man in connection with robberies at Barry and Quincy. QPD arrested 33-year-old Richard Benhke of Coatsburg near 9th and State in Quincy around 11:30 p.m. Behnke allegedly used a screwdriver (the tool, not the drink) as a weapon in robberies at the Jiffi Stop…
Read Full Article Steven D Masterson (29) 608 S 6th for FTA Theft at 608 S 6th. NTA Jamar R Washington (24) 628 N 8th for Domestic Battery at 934 Hampshire on 4/20/21. Lodged Jeremy Hinkamper (29) Quincy on two TOF for Violation of OP. Lodged Emilea Klauser (18) Liberty, IL for disobeying stop light at 3rd and Broadway. PTC Kanon…
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QUINCY — Mike Bruns, director of program services for the Quincy Park District, believes there is a “50/50 chance” of Indian Mounds Pool not opening this summer because of a lack of available lifeguards. Bruns reported Wednesday to the Park District’s Board of Commissioners during its monthly meeting that Indian Mounds Pool is scheduled to…
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QUINCY — The Riverfront Master Plan has cleared its final hurdle. The plan, which calls for $40 million to $50 million to be spent in a phased approach, was approved by a 6-1 vote Wednesday by the Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners during its monthly meeting. The Adams County Board and the Quincy City…
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