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QUINCY — The Quincy Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at 804 S. 8th Sundayevening that resulted in extensive fire and smoke damage to both structures. Engine Companies #5, #2, #4, and Incident Command responded on the initial general alarm for two structures on fire. Responding crews observed heavy smoke in the direction…
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Daily Dirt for June 23, 2025 Raise your had if you once rewound those cassette tapes with a pencil … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,322 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Attention, fellow boomers! If you’re uncertain whether or not you either qualify as a true baby boomer or deserve to…
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Kenneth (Joe) John Hussong, age 80, of Hannibal, Missouri and formerly of Quincy, Illinois, passed away on June 21, 2025 at Maple Lawn Nursing Home in Palmyra, Missouri. Born on December 5, 1944, in Quincy, Illinois, a son of Kenneth and Betty (Nauert) Hussong. He married Patricia Dietrich, she survives. He later married Carol Stout…
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Funeral services for Keith Pease, 67, of Vandalia, will be at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Keith’s Farm located at 34345 highway P outside Vandalia with pastor Randy McDonald Officiating. Burial will take place in the Vandalia cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 PM until the time of the service at the…
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Benjamin A. Mowen, 38, of Quincy for Burglary, Resisting a Peace Officer and Retail Theft (New Charge). Lodged 101Anthony D. Carroll, 19, of Quincy for Peace Disturbance at 6th/Elm. NTA 161Gregory T. Stark, 62, of Quincy for Adams County FTA Operating Motor Vehicle with Suspended Registration. Lodged 173Shelby Lyn D. Bowman, 32, of Taylor, Mo.,…
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Ashley and Brittany are hitting the red carpet for the very first time—Muddy River TV style! Tonight, they’re in the spotlight at the premiere of The Corner, an independent film written by Quincy’s own Dan and Patrick McClain, also known as the Brothers McClain. Directed by Zachary Charles Raderstorf, CEO of Octopi Creative Studios, The Corner is making its…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, June 22, 2025 As I’ve been saying for the past two days, I think it would be difficult — maybe impossible — to find back-to-back decades having produced as many quality films as the 1980s and 1990s. With that in mind, here’s a combined top 10 from those two 10-year periods.…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Economic development leaders, early education advocates and families in Marion and Ralls counties are urging Gov. Mike Kehoe to approve funding for a childcare cost-sharing exchange — an innovative public-private partnership that would help address persistent child care shortages across northeast Missouri. The initiative, backed by a $5 million state appropriation, requires…
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QUINCY — Swimming season has officially kicked off, and with temperatures finally heating up a bit, a dip in the pool sounds extra refreshing. If you’re considering adding a backyard pool to your list of summer projects, research contractors carefully before taking the plunge. Investing in a pool is a big decision, but with proper…
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RIPLEY, Ill. — Members of the Cemetery Board of the Ripley Cemetery have successfully met their goal of honoring military veterans who have been buried in the little cemetery that sits along U.S. 24 on the south side of Ripley. The Memorial Day service was the target date for the first time that each veteran…
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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital has announced a special community event as part of its year-long celebration marking 75 years of service from 3 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, on the Memorial Hospital campus, 1454 N. County Road 2050. The event will bring together hospital staff, families and community members for an afternoon…
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CANTON, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently announced that board-certified pediatrician Dr. Emma Wright is now accepting patients at its Canton location. Wright prioritizes collaboration with families, listening carefully to parents’ concerns and working together to ensure the best care for their child. In a press release, Wright said, “My priority as a pediatrician…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department recently announced it issued 51 citations during the Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” enforcement period. “Through the Memorial Day enforcement campaign, we helped make Illinois roads safer and spread the word that seat belts save lives,” Sgt. Ryan Witt said in a press release. During the enforcement period,…
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QUINCY — Miss Quincy Matti McCartney and Miss Quincy’s Teen Molly Gerard will represent Quincy at the Miss Illinois and Miss Illinois’ Teen competitions on June 24-28 in Marion. Delegates from across the state will compete in five phases of competition: private interview, talent, health and fitness, evening gown and on-stage question. McCartney, 21, is…
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QUINCY — Heinze Dance Academy broke ground on Saturday, June 21, on a new state-of-the-art dance studio complex, built by Scott and Cindy Phillips, at 1411 S. 14th in Quincy. Heinze Dance Academy, owned and operated by Beth Heinze, will start its 33rd dance season in the fall. Both Beth Heinze and Brenna Phillips are instructors at…
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Blessing Hospital A girl was born to Todd Borgotadt and Chassidy Schroder of LaGrange, Mo., at 1:20 p.m. June 13, 2025.Twin girls were born to Demetrus Trass and Christina Petre of Quincy at 1:59 p.m. and 2:11 p.m. June 13, 2025.A girl was born to Clayton and Bethany Robertson of Quincy at 4:39 a.m. June…
Read Full Article Michael A. Coronado, 25, of Quincy for FTA Trespassing. Lodged 130Dorothy M. Amburn, 19, of Quincy for Fighting at 2225 N. 12th St. NTA 184/162Stacey M. Cleesen, 50, of Quincy for Fighting at 2225 N. 12th St. NTA 184/162Andrew Jacobson, 39, of Quincy for Fayette County FTA Criminal Trespass to Building at 1400 Harrison. Lodged…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — As early as the week of June 23, resurfacing work is scheduled to begin in Marion and Lewis counties. Contractor crews will start on Route F in Marion County, from Route E at Woodland to 0.2 mile west of U.S. Route 61 near Palmyra. Once complete, crews will shift to the following…
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QUINCY — The Quincy community is invited to join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease by participating in Paint Quincy Purple on Saturday, June 28, in recognition of Brain Awareness Month. Community members are encouraged to wear purple to support those affected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Several local businesses will be participating by…
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Verna Joann Jacobs passed away on May 16, 2025, at the youthful age of eighty-nine. She leaves behind her husband, August (Jake) Jacobs, and two children, Dr. Christine (Donald) Buehler of Peoria, Illinois, and David (Rita) Jacobs of Morton, Illinois. Verna has two granddaughters Emily (Sergio) Rivera of Morton, Illinois, and Anna (Kevin) Noel of…
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QUINCY — United Way of Adams County celebrated its biggest Day of Caring to date on Friday, June 6, with local businesses and service organizations coming together to complete 23 community service projects across Adams County. This remarkable day of volunteerism was powered by 18 local businesses and two service organizations, representing a record level…
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QUINCY — Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club and The Salvation Army have again partnered to offer the Ken Bigelow Kid’s Day at Camp Saukenauk for an afternoon of summer fun. The kids’ day will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 26, for ages 5-12. A refundable $5 deposit is due at the time…
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LAGRANGE, Mo. — Mark Twain Casino recently announced the result of its recent charitable initiative, raising $1,939.77 for the Lewis County Food Pantry through a donation match campaign. Guests were encouraged to donate cash directly to support the local food pantry. In return, the casino matched each contribution with up to $100 in free slot…
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