Shuting "Showery" Song came to the United States two years ago from China to attend Quincy Notre Dame High School, not knowing much English. She's come a long way since then, learning English and building her confidence to the point where she's now looking forward to attending college in the U.S. Song was among the QND seniors who graduated Sunday.
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.
Law enforcement officials from across the region gathered Wednesday at Quincy City Hall as part of a national memorial event to honor fallen police officers.
Emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle accident at 28th and College on Wednesday afternoon. The driver of one of the vehicles was ejected through the sun roof, but was not seriously injured.
Nadine O'Brien's dream job cost her two knees and three years of pain. Arthritis set in after 30 years of walking mail routes on uneven sidewalks and porch stairs. Still, that pain never stifled her smile or her good attitude.
Quincy Notre Dame introduced Bob Sheffield as its new boys basketball coach Monday. Sheffield will replace Scott Douglas, who coached the Raiders for 17 seasons and led them to two state appearances. Sheffield served as his assistant for 16 seasons.
The Nauvoo FamilySearch Center, sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, offers access to the world's largest collection of family history and genealogy resources for all area residents as well as visitors to Nauvoo. More information about the Nauvoo FamilySearch Center is available by calling (217) 453-6347 and online at wiki.familysearch.org.
Michael Shull, who teaches eighth-grade U.S. history at Quincy Junior High School, will be getting a history lesson on Lincoln and the Civil War during a fellowship program in Springfield this June.
A record turnout of more than 150 shooters helped raise money for Boy Scouts as part of the Oakley-Lindsay Foundation's Sporting Clays for Scouts event, held Wednesday at Harpole's Heartland Lodge.
A lightning strike sparked an early Thursday morning garage fire in Quincy. The garage in the alley at 832 S. 13th suffered pretty heavy structural damage.
Becky Acuff sprinkles the sliced green onions over layers of lettuce, celery, green pepper and peas for Mom's Overnight Salad. "My mom made this all the time. She was really a wonderful cook," Acuff said.
The 21st annual Olympic Day competition took place Tuesday at Flinn Stadium. The event allows area Catholic school children in grades 5-8 to compete in track and field events.
Nathan Hathaway, who graduated Saturday from Hannibal-LaGrange University with a degree in elementary education, talks about his dream of becoming a teacher after working 13 years in construction.
Twelve Washington Elementary School students, along with two faculty members and three parents, volunteered to have their hair cut at a school assembly - and they donated it for cancer patients.
John Borling, a 73-year-old war hero who was a prisoner of war in the infamous "Hanoi Hilton" after being shot down over North Vietnam in June 1966, describes the "tap code" he and other POWs used to communicate.
Quincy firefighter Michael Dade introduces Sparky the fire dog, the Quincy Fire Department's new mascot, during a press conference Wednesday. Sparky will be used when dealing with young children, especially in visits to area schools.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:26 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:26:01 GMT
Clusters of downtown merchants and residents examined the damage lining the heart of America's Hometown on Monday evening following a brutal storm.
Clusters of downtown merchants and residents examined the damage lining the heart of America's Hometown on Monday evening following a brutal storm. Without power, facts among residents remained thin even two hours after the storm had waned. Some parked on the street and listened to their car radios for information. "It's too dangerous right now. We even can't see," Nancy Miller, co-owner of the Ralls County Clock Shop at 207 N. Main, said.
Monday, May 20 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:54:53 GMT
By EDWARD HUSAR Herald-Whig Staff Writer The world is looking a lot different today for Shuting "Showery" Song, a student from China who spent the past two years studying at Quincy Notre Dame High
The world is looking a lot different today for Shuting "Showery" Song, a student from China who spent the past two years studying at Quincy Notre Dame High School. Song, who graduated with the rest of the senior class...
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...
Friday, May 17 2013 10:59 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:59:42 GMT
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)
By STEVE EIGHINGER Herald-Whig Staff Writer 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
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...
Monday, May 20 2013 11:19 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:19:26 GMT
By DOUG WILSON Herald-Whig Senior Writer Ammunition sales at local sporting goods stores have slowed in recent weeks, but retailers are not ready to relax limits on how much a customer can purchase.
Ammunition sales at local sporting goods stores have slowed in recent weeks, but retailers are not ready to relax limits on how much a customer can purchase. "It's starting to lighten up. Demand seems to be softening a...
Monday, May 20 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:08:26 GMT
Librarian Susan Harbert wants to add a little more noise to the Hannibal Middle School library. Harbert will completely reform the quiet working space
HANNIBAL, Mo. -- Librarian Susan Harbert wants to add a little more noise to the Hannibal Middle School library. Harbert will completely reform the quiet working space into a center for learning collaboration this summer....
Monday, May 20 2013 8:31 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:31:52 GMT
By DEBORAH GERTZ HUSAR Herald-Whig Staff Writer MOUNT STERLING, Ill. -- As marketing/events librarian, David Kurfman spends most of his time talking about the Brown County Public Library and what it
MOUNT STERLING, Ill. -- As marketing/events librarian, David Kurfman spends most of his time talking about the Brown County Public Library and what it offers to the community. Now he's hoping a silent approach will do...
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:42 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:42:20 GMT
Bishop E.L. Warren raised his hands on Sunday and asked God to watch over public safety officials, just as they watch over the community.
Bishop E.L. Warren raised his hands on Sunday and asked God to watch over public safety officials, just as they watch over the community. He also thanked God for every year law enforcement goes without losing an officer and every time firefighters return safely from a burning building.
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....
