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Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law on Friday that ends parental notification, a requirement that doctors notify the parents of a minor seeking an abortion. “With reproductive rights under attack across the nation, Illinois is once again establishing itself as a leader in ensuring access to health care services,” Pritzker said. “This repeal was essential,…
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SPRINGFIELD – Several Illinois lawmakers said this week they are determined to pass a bill in the spring that would overhaul the way nursing homes are paid through the state’s Medicaid program to address critical staffing shortages, but the state’s largest nursing home industry group is still pushing back against the proposed changes. “We need…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce will induct two members into the Business Hall of Fame at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 19 at the Oakley Lindsey Center. “This year’s honorees exemplify excellence and have made remarkable contributions to our community on so many levels,” said Bruce Guthrie, President/CEO of Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce. “The…
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QUINCY — Chicago-based Hesco, Inc. has sold its assets to Area Distributors of Quincy. Hesco has been in business since 1929, specializing in the sales of janitorial supplies and equipment with a national reputation for being an expert vacuum parts supplier. Hesco’s inventory and equipment has been relocated to Quincy and eventually will lead to…
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MACON, Mo. — Captain Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Troop B in Macon, recently announced Trooper Jonathan M. Conrad will be promoted to the rank of corporal and designated the assistant zone supervisor of Zone 6, which covers Clark and Scotland counties. The appointment is effective on Jan. 1.…
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Muddy River News Business Spotlight is sponsored by Cason, Huff and Schueter Insurance. This week’s guest is Ryan Hildebrand, Manager and Lead Mechanic. He began his career at Madison Davis in 1999. He first graduated from Trek University in 2006 and received certification as a Road Bike and Triathlon Bike Fit Technician in 2013.
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The national anthem, celebrating the Fourth of July and “Lunch with Steve” — all great American traditions. Welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 162 of the Daily Dirt. What better time of the year than the holidays to enjoy the latest edition of “Lunch with Steve”? Our virtual theme will take us…
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Quincy City Hall will be closed on Friday, December 24 and Monday, December 27 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. City Hall will reopen Tuesday, December 28, 2021 for regular business hours. Quincy City Hall will also be closed on Friday, December 31 in observance of the New Year Holiday. City Hall will reopen Monday,…
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Dear MRN, Why is gas in South Jacksonville 43 cents cheaper (if you pay cash) than gas in Quincy on the same day? Before we start … the photos at the two gas stations were taken Dec. 5. The simple answer: Blame it on the Omicron variant. The best person to explain that answer is…
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Today we start off with a hint of what it is like in a day in the life of Steve … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 161 of the Daily Dirt. 1.The aging process certainly has its perks — retirement, anyone?! — but there are definitely some drawbacks, too. I recently…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – It’s the most wonderful time of the year, or so they say. Picture-perfect families with perfectly coiffed hair and pearly white smiles appear in matching holiday attire in countless holiday television commercials. Perfectly wrapped gifts wait under perfectly decorated trees. How merry and bright! And then there’s the rest of us, says…
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QUINCY – Raymond “Skip” Vahlkamp, who served 28 years on the Quincy City Council, passed away Friday. He was 81. Vahlkamp was employed for 36.5 years at the Illinois Veterans Home, retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Mississippi Valley Hunter’s and Fishermen’s Club and South Side Boat Club, among…
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QUINCY — A former corrections officer with the Adams County Sheriff’s Department filed a lawsuit Thursday against Adams County Sheriff Rich Wagner, claiming the county has not provided health insurance for him since he was attacked during a failed escape attempt in July 2014. The injuries suffered in the attack prevented Brian Doellman from returning…
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The Pleasant Hill Police Department and the Gibson City Police Department, have arrested Spencer A. Miller, age 22, of Gibson City, Illinois on the following charges: Pike County, Illinois, Warrant for failure to appear at sentencing for the offenses of criminal sexual abuse and failure to register as a sex offender. Pike County, Illinois, Warrant…
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QUINCY — The story Maureen Klues never had the chance to tell gave her the inspiration to start her own storytelling business. Klues recently started Memoirs by Maureen in the Quincy area. She will capture the story of an event, a story of one’s life or create a tribute for a person and put it…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Noon Kiwanis Club recently spread Christmas cheer with all first-grade students in Quincy’s public schools. Each student at Lincoln-Douglas, Iles, Denman, Baldwin and Rooney received a Christmas gift from the Kiwanis. Club members also shared a video with a Christmas message from Santa Claus, and Mrs. Claus read a story to…
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We ask our kids. We ask our spouses. We ask our friends and extended family. What do you want for Christmas? What do we say? What do we really want? Most of you reading this are blessed. You don’t really NEED anything. Certain things would be nice, but most of us just want to be…
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Herman L Osborne, 59, Quincy for F.T.A. vandalism in the 1000 block of North 6th. N.T.A. 147, 131 Ashley N Stratman, 33, Quincy for violation of bail bond in the 300 block of Milliner’s alley. Lodged. 106 Kyle D Stephenson, 18, Quincy for operating an uninsured vehicle at 30th and Broadway. N.T.A. 128 Alyssa L…
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Joan Jett and Belinda Carlisle are 63 years old? Where did all the time go? … and on that note, welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 160 of the Daily Dirt.1. Wanna feel old? Really old? The following songs are celebrating their 40th birthday this year. Here are 10 of the best…
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MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — Brown County Circuit Clerk Rhonda Johnson received the verdict from jury foreman Michael Boylen, then stood and slowly read it aloud Thursday morning. “We, the jury, find John Michael Dean …” she said. Johnson then paused momentarily before finishing the sentence. “Guilty of murder in the first degree.” “I thought, ‘Justice…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department will participate in a statewide impaired driving awareness campaign from Dec. 17 through Jan. 3. “Driving impaired, whether under the influence of alcohol or drugs, can have catastrophic consequences and is illegal in every state,” Deputy Chief Shannon Pilkington said. “Not only do you put yourself at risk but…
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The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate fell -0.3 percentage point to 5.7 percent, while nonfarm payrolls increased by +19,500 in November, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and released by IDES. The preliminary report for October monthly payrolls was revised from…
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The John Wood Community College Board of Trustees voted to approve a flat rate, keeping the 2021 tax rate the same as 2020 during its regular meeting Wednesday, December 15. The total tax rate for 2021 will remain the same as 2020 at $0.42400 per $100 Equalized Assessed Valuation (EAV) and result in a $8,210,760…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Mid-Century Trees Arty Party is set for 7 p.m. Friday at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Using choice of colors and composition, participants will create a modern composition of trees inspired by mid-century design using acrylic paint and decoupaged paper on a 12-inch by 12-inch gallery-wrapped canvas. Step-by-step instructions and all…
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