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Jim Dey: Fired Adams County judge in more hot water over false-testimony claim
Jul. 25—Some people find cliches tiresome, but generally, they are usefully true. Here's one: When you're in a hole, quit digging. Former Adams County Circuit Judge Robert Adrian should have embraced that concept. If he had, Adrian might not be facing even more disciplinary action stemming from his mishandling of a 2021 criminal case. Adrian was the subject of considerable publicity when he ...
Mom, daughter enjoy the most special of nights at Adams Co. Fair Queen Pageant
MENDON, Ill. — That Madalyn Gibbs stood late Tuesday night as Adams County fair queen was not only a testament to the human spirit, but that of the strongest of bonds between a daughter and mother. It was a special moment, in every imaginable way. In fact, very, very...
It’s Time! Adams County Fair is Underway Here’s the Full Schedule
It's Adams County Fair time and here are some of the big events coming up this year at the fair. 8:00 AM -- 4-H Equine Judging (Horse Arena) 6:00 PM -- Little Mr. & Miss Adams County Fair (Grandstand Stage) 6:30 PM -- 12 & Under Pee Wee Horse Show...
NAMI West Central IL to launch first family support group in Mt. Sterling on Aug. 20
Mt. Sterling, Ill. (KHQA) — The National Alliance on Mental Illness West Central Illinois (NAMI WCI) affiliate will hold its first-ever Family Support Group Tuesday, Aug. 20 at the Brown County (Mt. Sterling) Public Library. The support group will be held the third Tuesday of every month from 5:30...
Early mornings mark the start of preparations for livestock shows at Adams County Fair
MENDON, Ill. (KHQA) — Many around the tri-states head to the Adams County fair to enjoy fair food, carnival rides, entertainment, and of course to show off their livestock. The fair originated in 1941 as a fall festival and livestock show, and while many aspects of the fair have grown and changed, one thing that has remained the same is the excitement around the livestock.
Like mother, like daughter: New queen wears mom's winning dress
MENDON, Ill. (KHQA) — Day one of the Adams County Fair saw a few showers just minutes before the 2024 pageant kicked off, but even with those showers, pageant contestants and their supporters still showed up and showed out. Eight contestants took the Adams County Fair stage vying for...
Real estate transfers in Adams County from July 15-19, 2024
Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may differ from actual transaction or recording dates. Further details may be obtained from the PTAX form or recorded documents. Jane L. Dietrich and James F. Hardy of Quincy sold a...
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