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Jerry L. “Joe” Schieferdecker, age 76, of Quincy and formerly of Payson, died on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:38 a.m. in Blessing Hospital. Joe was born on October 16, 1948 in Quincy, a son of Kenneth L. and Emma F. Tyler Schieferdecker. On July 8, 1967 Joe married Doris Reckers at Grace Methodist Church…
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PAYSON, Ill. — A gun was found in a restroom at Payson-Seymour High School Tuesday night during a basketball game. An Adams County Sheriff’s deputy was at the game working an extra duty assignment and was told that an unattended gun was in a restroom at the school. The deputy recovered the firearm in question…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Two Hannibal women are in the Marion Co. Jail after an investigation into shots being fired near Munger Lane and Jericho Road. On Tuesday, the 10th Judicial District Court of Marion County issued warrants for Jasmine R Hayes, 33 of Hannibal, and India A Williams, 22 of Hannibal, charging them with unlawful…
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Gov. Pritzker’s office detailed all of the impacted programs: Access Issues for Federal Funding Portals Despite official information from the federal government stating that programs that provide assistance directly to individuals will not be impacted, state agencies and partner organizations reported issues accessing payment systems throughout the day on January 28. Federal officials have not…
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QUINCY — The Veterans’ Home at Quincy officially welcomed its first residents into the newly constructed independent living domiciliary on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s transformation. The move-in is the latest step in a comprehensive $300 million investment that includes 80 independent living rooms and a 210-bed skilled care center opening later…
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I am writing to share an important and deeply personal story with Muddy River News readers. Recently, I had the opportunity to be a guest on “What Came Next,” a true crime podcast. I spoke about the tragic murder of my sister, Amanda Folker, in Quincy and the subsequent release of her killer. On Sept.…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025 Well, there were at least three that never watched in the Eighinger household … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,188 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Remember back when watching TV was simple? Back in the days when there were just three networks and we…
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Keegan Nebe, 25, 725 S. 15th for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Stephanie Brown, 25, 1614 N. 2nd for possession of a controlled substance at 8th and Elm. Lodged 161/147Ophia Poole, 32, 4408 Michael St. for failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash at 6th and Jefferson. 169Desirae Arch,…
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MACOMB, Ill. – A Bushnell teen will spend 30 years in prison for killing his father in 2023. In a sentencing Tuesday afternoon in McDonough County Circuit Court, Davin Purden, 19, received a 30-year sentence from Judge Nigel Graham. Davin Purden was one of two teenagers charged in the June 2023 shooting death of Davin’s…
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QUINCY — Local law enforcement is warning the public about a phone scam that is calling for people to pay fines they don’t have. Both the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and Quincy Police Department sent out news releases Tuesday warning the public that scammers are offering to take payments over the phone for the fines…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man was arrested Sunday after multiple cases of items left in unlocked cars. Caleb S. Nelson, 20, Hannibal, was charged three counts of Stealing and Fraudulent use of a credit device. The charges are the result of an investigation that began Jan. 24 where multiple Hannibal citizens reported items had…
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CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College and Clarke University recently announced a partnership offering students a direct pathway into a doctor of physical therapy (DPT) program. This collaboration establishes a “3+1” program allowing students to earn their bachelor’s degree from Culver-Stockton College after three years of undergraduate coursework and the first year of the DPT program…
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Barbara M. Gooding, 85, of Camp Point, passed away at 10:50 am Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Timber Point Healthcare Center in Camp Point, IL. Born April 28, 1939, in Quincy, IL, Barbara was the daughter of David and Irene (Crouch) Powell. She was married to Kenneth Leroy Gooding on January 21, 1955, in Palmyra,…
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QUINCY — The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is sponsoring several programs to celebrate February as Black History Month, including two lectures about civil rights advocates, an informal discussion following the American Heroes Bicentennial Speaker Series presentation and presentations for area youths which focus on the Underground Railroad. The first presentation, “The Life…
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Digital technology has had a huge impact on the world of entertainment. Not only are more people tech savvy now, than ever before, but a lot of our entertainment is deeply tied to the internet. An example of how digital technology has touched all walks of life is the rise of iGaming. For those who…
Read Full Article Overview of Ordering Essays Online In today’s fast-paced academic environment, students often find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer volume of assignments and deadlines. Ordering essays online has become a convenient solution for many, allowing students to focus on other priorities or to continue juggling multiple commitments. Imagine a college student, Sarah, who is balancing a…
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Research Nester, a global consultancy dedicated to delivering cutting-edge market research, states that the skill-based gaming market is valued at $40.12 billion and is expected to skyrocket to $198 billion by 2037. Skill-based gaming refers to games that rely on the player’s skill to win, and some examples of these games include arcade-style games and…
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QUINCY — Quincy High School’s theatre department will begin 2025 with the drama, “The Rich Full Life” by Viña Delmar. Set in the 1940s, the Fenwick family has a challenging family situation. Their 16-year-old daughter Cynthia suffers from a weak immune system. The continuous battle of preventing small colds and viruses so more challenging illnesses…
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LIBERTY, Ill. — The 52nd annual Porky Pig Day, sponsored by Liberty Lions Club, will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, at the St. Brigid Church hall from 9 a.m. to noon. In addition to the meal, a 50/50 raffle will also be held. Bulk sausage, as well as links and patties, will be available for…
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COLUMBIA, Mo. — University of Missouri Extension economist Ben Brown and others predict 2025 corn prices will drop below $4.50 per bushel. This is one of a series of articles by University of Missouri Extension specialists suggesting ways to reduce input costs in a year that many farmers may struggle to keep production costs below…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025 Although I did not rank the sequels, if I was forced, I’d probably take “From Russia With Love” as my favorite. Not only was it a quality film and established James Bond as an iconic film character, but opened door for decades of related spy movies and TV…
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QUINCY — At Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting, a woman came up during public comment and asked if the city was in a “financial crisis.” Carol Mayfield said she had been watching mayoral debates and that former alderman Dan Brink had used that term in describing city finances. While Quincy Mayor Mike Troup didn’t publicly…
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