Quincy News
Unmet Needs group a bridge to aid
A partnership forged in the aftermath of the worst Mississippi River flood in history continues to help people in crisis.
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Local Government
Simon named director of Adams County Ambulance
John Simon, who has been interim director of the Adams County Ambulance Service for seven months, was named director during a special meeting of the Adams County Ambulance Board late Friday afternoon.
Local Government
Committee recommends water plant improvements, not new facility
Improvements should be made to the current Quincy water treatment plant instead of considering a new plant. This was the consensus of a Joint Finance/Utility Committee meeting Wednesday where members reviewed both options.
Local Government
Civic Center Authority approves tourism grant for statewide conference
The Quincy Civic Center Authoirty approved a grant Wedneday to assiste a three-day statewide conference next year at the Oakley-Lindsay Center.
Illinois News
Former Higbee School demolished, cleanup finished
The former Higbee School site has been cleared, and the Pittsfield City Council voted Tuesday night to rezone it as a residential property.
Missouri News
Marion County Commission OKs transmission project
The Marion County Commission on Monday gave its assent to allow Ameren Transmission Co. of Illinois to build the proposed 100-mile Mark Twain Transmission Project across five counties in Northeast Missouri.
Local Government
Family trust gives funds to Quincy to give lifesaving care to animals
The City Council adopted an ordinance Monday night that will amend the city of Quincy's fiscal 2018 budget by increasing spending by $61,800 -- the amount a family trust donated to the city to provide lifesaving care for animals.
Local Government
Quincy Park District expends financial assistance program for first time
The Quincy Park District has seen an increase in requests for financial assistance this year, and commissioners and staff aren't complaining.
Local Government
City expecting revenue shortfalls from changes in state budget
Financial projections show the city of Quincy could see revenue cuts that could top $800,000 by next year.
Local Government
Park District to discuss future at annual retreat
Quincy Park Board commissioners are set to review priorities for the Park District in future years. The board will meet Monday at the district's administrative office for its annual retreat.
