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QUINCY — Hurricanes Milton and Helene have caused severe damage in the southern U.S., especially on Florida’s west coast, during the past couple of weeks – leaving many people displaced, without power or recovering from damages to their property. If you’d like to support hurricane recovery efforts with a donation, it’s best to give to…
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BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — NECAC will be taking applications from the elderly and disabled beginning Nov. 1 for the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the Energy Crisis Intervention Program in 12 Missouri counties. “Apply if you think you’ll need assistance,” NECAC’s Angela Kattenbraker said in a press release. “The cost of utilities…
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QUINCY — The Illinois State Alliance of YMCAs recently announced that Kristen Lay has been honored with the Tom Stoll Award at the recent Fall Rally in Normal. This recognition highlights Lay’s dedication and work in service to the YMCA and its mission. The Tom Stoll Award, established in memory of a YMCA leader who…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Notre Dame Extravaganza will be held on Friday, Nov. 15, at The Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Tickets for this event are $75 a person. Participants will receive dinner, drinks and a bid number for all live and silent auctions. All proceeds benefit Quincy Notre Dame…
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE: One of the nominees, Jenni Moran, died Saturday following a battle with cancer. She was 45 and leaves behind her husband, Tom, and a daughter, Hadley. QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Foundation is asking for the public’s help in decidingthis year’s Dream Big Staff Choice Award winner. This is the fourth year…
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QUINCY — The Golden K Kiwanis Club of Quincy will host a comedy night at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, at John Wood Community College Orr auditorium. “An Evening with a Fruitcake” will feature local amateur comedians and friends in a night of family-friendly humor, improv and entertainment. Admission is a free-will offering. A…
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MACOMB, Ill. — Autumn is a time for … life? This may seem perplexing, as we often link fall with plants dying, wildlife migrating and us retreating indoors. However, this is when conservationists managing prairies get excited to sow new life. Managing prairies, forests or wetlands often involves battling nonnative invasive plants via cutting, pulling,…
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QUINCY – The Quincy Notre Dame Foundation announced Friday that the 2024 QND Fund Drive raised $607,370 in gifts and pledges, exceeding its goal by more than $132,000. This is the largest amount raised through the QND Fund Drive since its inception in 1977. “The QND Fund Drive continues to be our most important annual fundraiser. The historic…
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QUINCY — Most people involved in local law enforcement had their doubts about the need for and effectiveness of the SAFE-T Act before it became law on Sept. 18, 2023. The act recently celebrated its first anniversary, and while those same local law enforcement officials aren’t singing its praises, they say some — not all…
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QUINCY — Quincy’s Masonic Temple and Dot Foods will hold a Sloppy Joe lunch on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Masonic Temple, 428 Jersey. Serving hours will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with proceeds from the meal benefiting Great River Honor Flight. The fundraiser will offer Sloppy Joes, baked beans, chips and a drink.…
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Dylan R. Calhoun, 18, 3509 Lindell for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 180Erik J. J. Torres-Ramirez, 42, 3100 State for FTA Driving/Never Licensed. Lodged 161Benjamin C. Peters, 24, Ursa for Expired Registration. 161Tammy K. Baehr, 55, 624 N. 66th for Operating Uninsured Vehicle. 161Dennis Fortner, 46, Quincy for Domestic Battery. Lodged. 173Stephanie Gaither, 35, Quincy for Adams…
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QUINCY — County Market Liquor and Pet Supplies Plus are the hosts of the first Bark and Brew event to benefit the Quincy Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. at 4830 Broadway. The event will offer a costume contest for adults, kids and dogs, peanut butter licking contests, a kick out, reptile handlings, giveaways…
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Tom Van Dyke, 77, of Quincy, passed away at 3:19 pm Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Tom was born November 17, 1946, in Quincy, IL to Donald and Aloise (O’Donnell) Van Dyke. He was married to Sally Madison and she preceded him in death. Tom graduated from Christian Brothers in…
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After deep reflection and consideration, I’m officially rescinding my previous suggestion for the name of the Quincy team in the Prospect League. The name Mississippi Mavericks was nice, sure, but I think I’ve cracked the code for the perfect name. Are you ready for it, Quincy? Introducing the Muddy River Roundabouts! Now, hear me out. What…
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QUINCY — Lacy Moore, a healthcare administrator, has been named SIU’s October Employee of the Month. Since joining SIU in April 2023, Moore has impacted patients and staff. Her nominator highlighted her initiative in taking additional classes to help patients sign up for Medicaid and Medicare, expanding access to essential services. Moore has played a…
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GOLDEN, Ill. — Rural broadband association chief executive officer Shirley Bloomfield recently announced the winners of the 2024 Smart Rural Community Showcase Awards, presented annually to rural broadband providers who not only provide high-quality, reliable connectivity, but who also have led the way on collaborative and innovative projects that advance the communities they serve. Adams…
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QUINCY — Quincy didn’t go without summer baseball for long. Nearly 14 months after owners Jimmie and Julie Louthan said the Quincy Gems of the Prospect League would not play at QU Stadium for the 2024 season, a Springfield ownership group announced Friday morning it is finalizing a lease agreement with Quincy University to return…
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QUINCY — Don’t call them the Gems just yet. The most recent Quincy franchise in the Prospect League (formerly the Central Illinois Collegiate League) was called the Gems for 27 years. Golden Rule Entertainment, a Springfield ownership group, announced Friday morning it is finalizing a lease agreement with Quincy University to return summer collegiate baseball in…
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The Missouri State Highway Patrol is informing the public of upcoming changes to the driver’s license testing process. In preparation for the transition, driver examination stations throughout the state will close at noon on Thursday, Nov. 7, and all day on Friday, Nov. 8. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, Nov. 12, after the Veterans…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A pet was rescued from a burning home in Hannibal overnight. Just after 3 a.m., the Hannibal Fire Department responded to 1321 Vermont for a report of astructure fire. All stations responded with eight on duty crew members and an additional seven off-duty firefighters. Heavy fire was coming from the roof and…
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QUINCY — The Muddy River Opera Company and The Quincy Museum will have a collaborative event, “Night at the Museum,” at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26 at The Quincy Museum. It will feature a free movie night, a costume contest and carnival-style lawn games. The event, designed for all ages, will celebrate community and…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Big changes are coming for private pesticide applicator training next year. University of Missouri Extension private pesticide applicator training coordinator Rusty Lee says extension specialists will hold workshops across the state after Jan. 1 to train those who apply restricted use pesticides (RUPs) on owned or rented property. New federal rules change…
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Frost on the pumpkin! Brent Clair is a happy weatherman. Here’s “How’s the Weather up There?” from Farm and Home Supply.
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