Monday, May 20 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:04:01 GMT
John Simon, director of the Adams County Emergency Management Agency, said he received reports of structural damage out of Plainville. Ameren Illinois has reported that nearly 700 customers are without power.
John Simon, director of the Adams County Emergency Management Agency, said he received reports of structural damage out of Plainville. Ameren Illinois has reported that nearly 700 customers are without power.
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....
