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Quincy Plan Commission recommends two more solar permits
QUINCY — It is not a done deal yet, but the offer is on the table. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Quincy Plan Commission ultimately sided with staff’s recommendation of two special permits for planned development to allow for the construction and operation by Arena Cavern Solar, LLC of solar energy facilities on four different sites near 12th Street and Nieders Lane.
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HANNIBAL HIRES: Grand Pharmacy
On this episode of Hannibal Hires, brought to you by the Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council, Randy Phillips takes you inside Grand Pharmacy in Hannibal, Missouri. Owner and pharmacist Greg Gilmore shares how he went from working for the pharmacy to eventually becoming its owner, while giving viewers an inside look at the career opportunities available today. From pharmacists to pharmacy technicians, discover how employees build rewarding careers in a fast-paced environment by filling prescriptions, administering immunizations, making deliveries, synchronizing medications, and expanding into compounding services, including HRT.
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Quincy commission OKs special use permit for solar farm above Huber caves
Two more solar facility proposals came before the Quincy Planning Commission on Tuesday night, but unlike previous projects, these plans drew significantly more opposition from nearby residents. The city has recently begun directing solar companies to locate facilities in industrial zones outside city limits to reduce conflicts with neighboring homes...
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Proposed zoning changes to address housing shortage take shape, renewed push for landlord registry
Alderman Ben Uzelac: “I think it’s clear to see that the issue is not going away by looking the other way or, in some cases, closing our eyes.”. QUINCY–Monday’s City Council meeting was a chance for Alderman Karol Ehmen (R-Ward 4) to give an update from the mayor’s task force on housing, for which she serves as co-chair.
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Longtime Quincy Hy-Vee employees to be honored with pictures on trucks, unveiling being held July 28
QUINCY — Two Quincy Hy-Vee employees are about to see their faces big and bold on one of the company’s semi-trailers. On Tuesday, both employees will be celebrated for their more than 40 years of service during two separate events. Hy-Vee leadership will unveil the semi-trailers to the employees outside their respective stores.
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Community Foundation awards grants to advance local agricultural education
QUINCY — Seven local organizations received a total of $30,000 from the Community Foundation to strengthen their agricultural education programs. The grants result from the AgForward grant program, which in its second year, is made possible by the Bob W. Richter Endowment for Agricultural Education and the Compeer Financial Rural Collaboration Project.
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Innovators Of Tomorrow Expo allows young teens, adults to showcase small businesses
Young entrepreneurs had the opportunity to showcase their businesses Saturday during the Innovators of Tomorrow Expo on the campus of Quincy University. The event, hosted by the Two Rivers Regional Council and Miss Quincy’s Teen Olivia Martinez, featured five young entrepreneurs displaying their businesses to attendees. The businesses ranged...
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Certain seniors in Illinois can get $40 in farmers market vouchers
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Barry, Ill. cannabis workers still on strike, holding out for better contract
BARRY, Illinois — Workers at a cannabis grow house in western Illinois have now been on strike for one month. The Ascend workers on strike in Barry, Illinois are hopeful it finally may come to end soon as the company and the union negotiate a new contract. “I just...
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Three individuals complete apprenticeship at General Mills
HANNIBAL — Moberly Area Community College and General Mills recently held an apprenticeship graduation ceremony at the MACC Hannibal campus to celebrate three graduates on successful completion of the program. The three apprentices have spent the last two years in classroom training as well as on-the-job training in preparation for their new roles at General Mills.
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Titan launches ForestEdge tire line
Quincy, IL – Titan International, Inc. (Titan) announced the official launch of the Titan ForestEDGE™ tire line. Engineered specifically for the rigorous demands of modern forestry operations, the ForestEDGE line expands Titan’s forestry product offerings by delivering a reliable, high‑value and cost-conscious solution to complement their Goodyear® Logger Lug line.
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Hannibal General Mills apprentices graduate with highest scores in the program
Hannibal, MO — General Mills is welcoming three new graduates from its apprenticeship program. The company partners with Moberly Area Community College to train three to four employees for two years, learning mechanical, technical, and electrical skills and combining their classroom with hands-on experience. “As somebody that's a little...