Eli Pontius was raring to go well before the starting line. He and his twin brother, J.C., were going to have an easy time finishing Saturday's Bridge the Gap to Health 5K leisure walk -- thanks to a stroller ride...More>>
Dick Koetter, left, shares a laugh with Larry Sheffler and Bill Waters, rights, Friday at the reunion of the 126th Supply and Service Company at Cedar Crest Country Club. (H-W Photo/Phil Carlson)
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Joe Koetters has no problem remembering way back when. Late 1968 and most of 1969 represent a special time for Joe and his brother, Dick, plus more than 140 of their comrades in the Army National Guard's former 126th...More>>
Tears streamed down Maria Buchanan's face and dripped into the pile of crack cocaine in her lap. She'd finally hit bottom. Her addiction spanned two decades, numerous jobs, significant others and jail stays....More>>
Matt Burry is hoping to clear the air with golfers who use Westview Golf Course about proposed changes to holes 19 through 27 at Quincy's public golf course. "Once they see the plans, they will understand things a...More>>
CANTON, Mo. -- Jesse Soondrum came from one of the world's luxury tourism destinations to attend Culver-Stockton College in Canton. Four years later, Soondrum, 23, is leaving C-SC with a bachelor's degree in...More>>
BARRY, Ill. -- The Western School Board has approved steep increases to the book rent/technology fee, boosted the activity fee and plans a hearing in June to triple the driver's education fee. Superintendent Carol...More>>
Adam Losch hopes to conquer what thousands of others have tried, but only three successfully. Defeating what's billed as the most difficult obstacle course in the world carries with it a $500,000 cash prize and a title...More>>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:11 AM EDT2013-05-18 05:11:00 GMT
The Quincy Society of Fine Arts threw a birthday party gala Friday night complete with a toast to its founder and first president George Irwin.
The Quincy Society of Fine Arts threw a birthday party gala Friday night complete with a toast to its founder and first president George Irwin. "We need to raise our glasses to the man who founded this 65 years ago, the...
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:05 AM EDT2013-05-18 05:05:37 GMT
Tracy Marlow and her daughter, Dakota Turkle, have been through a lot together.
Tracy Marlow and her daughter, Dakota Turkle, have been through a lot together. They took their mother-daughter relationship to a new level Friday when both donned caps and gowns for John Wood Community College's...
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:42 AM EDT2013-05-18 04:42:00 GMT
By MATT HOPFHerald-Whig Staff Writer Legislation that would open primary elections to 17-year-olds in Illinois is on its way to Gov. Pat Quinn's desk after the Senate overwhelmingly approved it earlier
Legislation that would open primary elections to 17-year-olds in Illinois is on its way to Gov. Pat Quinn's desk after the Senate overwhelmingly approved it earlier this week. The teens will be able to vote in spring...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:47:47 GMT
When I trained as a medical technologist at Blessing Hospital in 1964-65, my parents in New Mexico assumed it was a church-related institution. Just recently a friend told me she also assumed that
When I trained as a medical technologist at Blessing Hospital in 1964-65, my parents in New Mexico assumed it was a church-related institution. Just recently a friend told me she also assumed that was its history. It...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:42:47 GMT
By DON O'BRIEN Herald-Whig Staff Writer The Quincy School Board Finance Committee recommended small changes to the 2013 budget at its monthly meeting Friday. Most of the changes dealt with moving
The Quincy School Board's finance committee recommended small changes to the 2013 budget at its monthly meeting on Friday. Most of the changes dealt with moving money from one line item to another so that the budget...
Friday, May 17 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:18:43 GMT
When I was a kid, I wanted to be ... a veterinarian because I love animals, until I found out you had to give the animals shots and possibly put them down. What would you rather be doing right now?
When I was a kid, I wanted to be ... a veterinarian because I love animals, until I found out you had to give the animals shots and possibly put them down. What would you rather be doing right now? Be a backup dancer on...
Friday, May 17 2013 2:52 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:52:14 GMT
Police in Dorchester County, S.C., are investigating the death of a Quincy native who was living in Summerville, S.C.
Police in Dorchester County, S.C., are investigating the death of a Quincy native who was living in Summerville, S.C. Tabetha Thayer Grooms, 37, died on May 9 at a Charleston, S.C., hospital. Coroner Chris Nisbet called the death "suspicious," but did not provide further details, according to a report published in The Post and Courier in Charleston.
Friday, May 17 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:21:49 GMT
Quincy Mayor Kyle Moore has appointed himself to the Board of Directors for the Great River Economic Development Foundation, the economic development arm for Quincy and Adams County.
Quincy Mayor Kyle Moore has appointed himself to the Board of Directors for the Great River Economic Development Foundation, the economic development arm for Quincy and Adams County.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:22:58 GMT
Two department heads and two attorneys who were told they would not be retained by Mayor Kyle Moore will be paid more than $7,100 combined in salaries, including five days they were not required to work.
Two department heads and two attorneys who were told they would not be retained by new Mayor Kyle Moore once he took office will be paid more than $7,100 combined in salaries, including five days they were not required to work.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:04:13 GMT
PITTSFIELD, Ill. -- The Pikeland School Board is taking a step toward wireless capability at Pittsfield High School. Board members Wednesday approved a purchase agreement with QNS for computer equipment
PITTSFIELD, Ill. -- The Pikeland School Board is taking a step toward wireless capability at Pittsfield High School. Board members Wednesday approved a purchase agreement with QNS for computer equipment at PHS. The...
Friday, May 17 2013 11:03 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:03:31 GMT
By DEBORAH GERTZ HUSAR Herald-Whig Staff Writer PITTSFIELD, Ill. -- The Pikeland School Board boosted book and admission fees as a way to generate more revenue for the 2013-14 year. The increases
PITTSFIELD, Ill. -- The Pikeland School Board boosted book and admission fees as a way to generate more revenue for the 2013-14 year. The increases come as the district's budget tightens due to lack of state funds and...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:12:42 GMT
Gabe McClean has a pretty good idea what would happen if the legal limit for intoxication is lowered from the current 0.08 blood alcohol content threshold.
Gabe McClean has a pretty good idea what would happen if the legal limit for intoxication is lowered from the current 0.08 blood alcohol content threshold. "That would definitely hurt business," said McClean, who operates...
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:13:46 GMT
A Quincy woman was airlifted to a St. Louis hospital Wednesday afternoon after she was ejected from her van during an accident at 28th and College.According to the Quincy Police Department, Natalie M.
A Quincy woman was airlifted to a St. Louis hospital Wednesday afternoon after she was ejected from her van during an accident at the intersection of 28th and College. According to the Quincy Police Department, Natalie M....
Friday, May 17 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:53:11 GMT
Battered and bloodied, Randy Wilcox remembers crawling along Ill. 336 heading back to his tractor after a vehicle struck the tractor from behind on Oct. 11, 2011.
Battered and bloodied, Randy Wilcox remembers crawling along Ill. 336 heading back to his tractor after a vehicle struck the tractor from behind on Oct. 11, 2011. The impact threw him "a long ways" off the tractor and onto the road. Wilcox shares his story to make people more aware, especially during spring planting, that farmers can be out on the road at any time of day or night with slow-moving vehicles.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:09 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:09:05 GMT
Food doesn't just bring people together. It gathers germs, too.
Food doesn't just bring people together. It gathers germs, too. A germ study by the National Science Foundation found that everyday kitchen spaces, appliances and utensils may house Escherichia coli, salmonella,...
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:01 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:01:23 GMT
A Wednesday afternoon fire destroyed the mobile home of Northeast Missouri resident Dyas Roberts, who was in Quincy at the time the fire began.
A Wednesday afternoon fire destroyed the mobile home of Northeast Missouri resident Dyas Roberts, who was in Quincy at the time the fire began. "I got a call that my trailer was on fire (from a friend), and by the time I got to the (Bayview) Bridge, I could see smoke about 200 feet in the air," Roberts said. The origin of the fire is unknown, but the mobile home and its contents appear to be a total loss. There were no injuries reported.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:42:17 GMT
By MAGGIE MENDERSKIHerald-Whig Staff Writer The Mendon School Board voted to sell Loraine Elementary School to Tad Peter for $55,000 during Wednesday's board meeting. Peter owns South Fork Outfitting,
The Mendon School Board voted to sell Loraine Elementary School to Tad Peter for $55,000 during Wednesday's board meeting. Peter owns South Fork Outfitting, a hunting gear shop at 110 East Collins in Mendon....
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:07 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:07:15 GMT
Jackie Stewart's Quincy Senior High School AP and Honors chemistry class students make a splash Wednesday with Diet Pepsi and Mentos candy at the school.
Jackie Stewart's Quincy Senior High School AP and Honors chemistry class students make a splash Wednesday with Diet Pepsi and Mentos candy at the school.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:47:38 GMT
With her hand held over her heart, a lone onlooker watches the U.S. flag being raised to half-staff Wednesday by the Quincy Police Honor Guard.
With her hand held over her heart, a lone onlooker watches the U.S. flag being raised to half-staff Wednesday by the Quincy Police Honor Guard. The Quincy Police Department and representatives from other local and state law enforcement were at the event.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:35:38 GMT
Two Quincy Herald-Whig carriers say they like doing their job -- and doing it right. The attitude paid off for William "Billy" Johnston and Brenda Orebaugh.
Two Quincy Herald-Whig carriers say they like doing their job -- and doing it right. The attitude paid off for William "Billy" Johnston and Brenda Orebaugh. Johnston has been selected as the Motor Route Carrier of the...
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:30:45 GMT
Quincy contemporary Christian radio station WGCA will punctuate what has been a year-long celebration of its 25th anniversary by hosting "MIXFest" June 15 at Upper Moorman Park.
Quincy contemporary Christian radio station WGCA will punctuate what has been a year-long celebration of its 25th anniversary by hosting "MIXFest" June 15 at Upper Moorman Park. The event will feature an afternoon of...
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:28 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:28:25 GMT
By MATT HOPF Herald-Whig Staff Writer The Oakley-Lindsay Center will seek a second round of bids to build a new storage building at Fourth and Kentucky after confirming an $800,000 state grant for
The Oakley-Lindsay Center will seek a second round of bids to build a new storage building at Fourth and Kentucky after confirming an $800,000 state grant for the project. Executive Director Rob Ebbing told the Quincy...
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:33 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:33:21 GMT
By MAGGIE MENDERSKI Herald-Whig Staff Writer HANNIBAL, Mo. -- Hannibal schools will begin making safety improvements among district buildings this summer. The Hannibal School Board announced during
HANNIBAL, Mo. -- Hannibal schools will begin making safety improvements among district buildings this summer. The Hannibal School Board announced during its meeting Wednesday a three-phase plan to upgrade safety in the...
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:51 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:51:19 GMT
By STEVE EIGHINGER Herald-Whig Staff Writer The John Wood Community College Board revealed plans Wednesday night for an open house at the school's new Mount Sterling Education Center. JWCC will host
The John Wood Community College Board revealed plans Wednesday night for an open house at the school's new Mount Sterling Education Center. JWCC will host the open house from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday in the newly renovated...
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Sunday, May 19 2013 11:11 AM EDT2013-05-19 15:11:04 GMT
By MAGGIE MENDERSKI Herald-Whig Staff Writer Tears streamed down Maria Buchanan's face and dripped into the pile of crack cocaine in her lap. She'd finally hit bottom. Her addiction spanned two
Tears streamed down Maria Buchanan's face and dripped into the pile of crack cocaine in her lap. She'd finally hit bottom. Her addiction spanned two decades, numerous jobs, significant others and jail stays....
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:06 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:06:09 GMT
By DON O'BRIEN Herald-Whig Staff Writer Matt Burry is hoping to clear the air with golfers who use Westview Golf Course about proposed changes to holes 19 through 27 at Quincy's public golf course.
Matt Burry is hoping to clear the air with golfers who use Westview Golf Course about proposed changes to holes 19 through 27 at Quincy's public golf course. "Once they see the plans, they will understand things a...
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:31 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:31:50 GMT
By DEBORAH GERTZ HUSAR Herald-Whig Staff Writer Adam Losch hopes to conquer what thousands of others have tried, but only three successfully. Defeating what's billed as the most difficult obstacle
Adam Losch hopes to conquer what thousands of others have tried, but only three successfully. Defeating what's billed as the most difficult obstacle course in the world carries with it a $500,000 cash prize and a title...
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:05 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:05:41 GMT
By DEBORAH GERTZ HUSAR Herald-Whig Staff Writer Eli Pontius was raring to go well before the starting line. He and his twin brother, J.C., were going to have an easy time finishing Saturday's Bridge
Eli Pontius was raring to go well before the starting line. He and his twin brother, J.C., were going to have an easy time finishing Saturday's Bridge the Gap to Health 5K leisure walk -- thanks to a stroller ride...
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Sunday, May 19 2013 1:48 AM EDT2013-05-19 05:48:35 GMT
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Carly Spalding saw Essence Brewer out of the corner of her eye. Brewer was closing hard in Lane 3 with about 50 meters to go in the
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Carly Spalding saw Essence Brewer out of the corner of her eye. Brewer was closing hard in Lane 3 with about 50 meters to go in the 200-meter dash at Saturday's Class 2 girls track and field meet...
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:40 AM EDT2013-05-19 05:40:15 GMT
LIBERTY, Ill. -- Western pitcher Rachel Motley didn't give up much. Griggsville-Perry hurler McKenzie Vose gave up even less. While Motley struck out 10
LIBERTY, Ill. -- Western pitcher Rachel Motley didn't give up much. Griggsville-Perry hurler McKenzie Vose gave up even less. While Motley struck out 10 of the final 16 batters she faced, Vose kept the Wildcats in check throughout Saturday's Class 1A Liberty Regional championship game...
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:38 AM EDT2013-05-19 05:38:21 GMT
MENDON, Ill. -- Tyler Ormond knew the Liberty baseball team had a reputation of falling short as a No. 1 regional seed. That's why Liberty's 5-4 victory over
MENDON, Ill. -- Tyler Ormond knew the Liberty baseball team had a reputation of falling short as a No. 1 regional seed. That's why Liberty's 5-4 victory over Central in the Class 1A Unity Regional championship...
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:35 AM EDT2013-05-19 05:35:59 GMT
Each week, The Herald-Whig sports staff will debate a pertinent topic. Here is this week's question: "Which sport not considered a mainstream sport intrigues you the most?" Matt Schuckman, Sports
Each week, The Herald-Whig sports staff will debate a pertinent topic. Here is this week's question: "Which sport not considered a mainstream sport intrigues you the most?"
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With a fresh bachelor's degree in psychology under his arm, Jesse Soondrum talks about what it was like coming to America four years ago from his native Mauritius to attend Culver-Stockton College.
The weather was perfect for Saturday's annual Bridge the Gap to Health race and walk to raise money for Quincy Catholic Charities' MedAssist program. Race director Carrie Kimber said the event drew a record crowd.
Jackie Stewart's Quincy Senior High School AP and Honors chemistry class students make a splash Wednesday with Diet Pepsi and Mentos candy at the school. This part of a series of events this week the students used to review for finals.
A St. Louis-area developer who lost control of the now shuttered Pea Ridge Mine is plotting its comeback.
Never mind the lawsuits, regulatory hurdles and competing against the Chinese. Jim Kennedy is plotting a comeback for the mine he used to own in eastern Missouri.
Anxiety and anger are growing among state employees and retirees who wonder what will happen to their pocketbooks if lawmakers make expected changes to the state's pension systems.
Anxiety and anger are growing among state employees and retirees who wonder what will happen to their pocketbooks if lawmakers make expected changes to the state's pension systems.
As lawmakers try to adjourn the legislative session, some wonder whether the best way to deal with a contentious health debate is to skip the matter for now and hold a special session later.
As lawmakers struggle to complete their work and adjourn the legislative session, some wonder whether the best way to deal with a contentious health debate is to skip the matter for now and hold a special session later.
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:59 AM EDT2013-05-18 04:59:09 GMT
Quincy University summer hours will begin Monday and extend through Aug. 2. The administrative offices at Quincy University will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and they will
Quincy University summer hours will begin Monday and extend through Aug. 2. The administrative offices at Quincy University will be open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and they will be closed Memorial Day...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:51 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:51:14 GMT
Child identification kits will be available May 20-31 at the Quincy Police Department's Pro-Act Unit office at 110 S. Eighth. The "in-home inkless fingerprint and DNA kits" will be available between
Child identification kits will be available May 20-31 at the Quincy Police Department's Pro-Act Unit office at 110 S. Eighth. The "in-home inkless fingerprint and DNA kits" will be available between the hours of 8...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:35:48 GMT
Vendors are needed for St. Vincent's Auxiliary fall bazaar and craft show. The deadline for vendor reservations is June 1. This year's fall bazaar will be Oct. 26 in St. Rose Hall, 1109 N. Eighth.
Vendors are needed for St. Vincent's Auxiliary fall bazaar and craft show. The deadline for vendor reservations is June 1. This year's fall bazaar will be Oct. 26 in St. Rose Hall, 1109 N. Eighth. The cost is...
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:33 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:33:47 GMT
More than 325 athletes from across the region will be in Quincy on Saturday to compete in the Illinois AAU Tumbling and Trampoline State Championships.
More than 325 athletes from across the region will be in Quincy on Saturday to compete in the Illinois AAU Tumbling and Trampoline State Championships. The meet will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Oakley-Lindsay Center. ...
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:49:44 GMT
HAPPY DAY: Mother's Day 2013 will be one that Doris Briscoe of Williamstown, Mo., won't soon forget. Briscoe, the assistant to the president at Culver-Stockton College, was named "Mom of the Day"
HAPPY DAY: Mother's Day 2013 will be one that Doris Briscoe of Williamstown, Mo., won't soon forget. Briscoe, the assistant to the president at Culver-Stockton College, was named "Mom of the Day" as part of an...
Sunday, May 12 2013 12:56 AM EDT2013-05-12 04:56:03 GMT
SLIP OF THE TONGUE: Quincy Park District Executive Director Ed Seger was running down how various Park District facilities were affected by the recent flood. Seger said the fountain in Washington
SLIP OF THE TONGUE: Quincy Park District Executive Director Ed Seger was running down how various Park District facilities were affected by the recent flood. Seger said the fountain in Washington Park was completely under...
Saturday, May 4 2013 2:14 AM EDT2013-05-04 06:14:51 GMT
PEOPLE n New pastor: The Rev. Tim Woodard will assume pastoral duties at Union United Methodist Church of Quincy in July, replacing the Rev. Bob Morwell, whose final Sunday service in Quincy will
PEOPLE n New pastor: The Rev. Tim Woodard will assume pastoral duties at Union United Methodist Church of Quincy in July, replacing the Rev. Bob Morwell, whose final Sunday service in Quincy will be June 23. Woodard...
Susan Wathen has joined the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System staff as vice president of human resources. Wathen has 10 years of experience as senior vice president of human resources at F&M Bank and Trust and is a...
Wednesday, November 28 2012 1:26 PM EST2012-11-28 18:26:12 GMT
Curious about anything going on in your community? Just ask. We'll quiz community leaders, business officials, historians, educators ... whoever can tell us what you want to know.
What is the story behind the big X above the door on the Fourth Street side of the Newcomb Hotel?
Monday, November 12 2012 10:53 AM EST2012-11-12 15:53:50 GMT
There are school flags on telephone poles on Jackson from Ninth to 12th. Isn't this illegal? The flags in question belong to Quincy Notre Dame High School, and the school campus takes up much of the property between...
There are school flags on telephone poles on Jackson from Ninth to 12th. Isn't this illegal? The flags in question belong to Quincy Notre Dame High School, and the school campus takes up much of the property between...
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Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
Dick Koetter, left, shares a laugh with Larry Sheffler and Bill Waters, rights, Friday at the reunion of the 126th Supply and Service Company at Cedar Crest Country Club. (H-W Photo/Phil Carlson)
