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Hannibal-LaGrange honors two employees at commencement ceremony
HANNIBAL, Mo. – Hannibal-LaGrange University held its commencement ceremony on May 4 and honored two employees for their outstanding service. Melanie Smith, education division chair, received the Parkway Distinguished Professor Award. Amanda Kohl, a 2023 graduate of HLGU and current guest experience coordinator, received the Immanuel Staff Member of the Year Award.
Teachers from QHS, Unity recognized as Career Guidance Team celebrates area educators
ADAMS COUNTY, Ill. — One teacher from an Adams County school and one teacher from a Quincy school were recognized as the Adams County Career Guidance Team celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10. The Adams County Career Guidance Team’s mission is to encourage and foster awareness of careers, educate youths and job seekers about area career opportunities and build connections between families and local employers. This event was developed to identify teachers who are incorporating career exploration into their classrooms.
QPD Blotter for May 16, 2024
Blanca Dominguez Santiago, 32, of Quincy for Fail to Stop at Intersection. 146. James R. Gardner, 62, Palmyra, Mo., for Improper Lane Usage. NTA 126. Devin D. Bassett, 34, 523 1/2 N. 6th for FTA Meth Deliver and new charges- Possession of Meth and Resisting at 623 Spring. Lodged 161.
From Lewis County to the Masters. An Eleven-Year-Old Golfer’s Dream
LEWISTOWN, MO — At just 11 years old, Briar Megee, the son of Chris and Michelle Megee, stands out among fifth graders in his own unique way. A student at Highland Elementary School in Ewing, Missouri, Briar has distinguished himself in golf, displaying a level of unusual talent and enthusiasm for the sport that is remarkable for someone his age.
Local births from April 26 to May 6, 2024
A boy was born to Bryan and Victoria Vaughn of Quincy at 4:02 p.m. April 26, 2024. A boy was born to Kelyn Conner and Haley Clingingsmith of Quincy at 4:54 p.m. April 30, 2024. A girl was born to Dale Bolton and Courtney Higgins of Griggsville at 3:30 a.m....
QPD Blotter for May 15, 2024
James B. Decamp, 28, Bowen for Unauthorized Video Recording. NTA 153. Daniel R. Patterson ,38, Quincy for VOP. Lodged 122. Robin R. Wilson, 39, Quincy for Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine. Lodged 147. Pamela G. O’Neal, 57, 807 Jonathan for Possession of Methamphetamine, Suspended Registration, Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Expired...
Wet roads cause Highway 156 crash injuring La Plata man
A 54-year-old La Plata man was seriously injured in a single-vehicle accident on Highway 156, two miles west of Newark, on May 13, 2024. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 8:40 a.m. Robert H. Brochu was driving a 2006 Saturn Ion eastbound when he...
Prosecuting attorney refiles charges against four Hannibal men charged in January 2023 death
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Four Hannibal men allegedly involved in the January 2023 death of Taurean Snoddy pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to assault and murder charges during an arraignment in the Marion County Courthouse. Braden Chestnutt, 20, Damien McCulley, 26, Robert O’Connell, 37, and Dakota Laster, 24, all appeared...
Quincy Police Department stepping up seat belt enforcement efforts through Memorial Day
QUINCY — The Quincy Police Department is stepping up enforcement efforts through Memorial Day to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.”. “Whether you’re driving around the corner or across the nation, remember to buckle up every time,” Sgt. Ryan Witt said in a press release. “The ‘Click It or Ticket’ effort is about preserving lives. We want seat belt use to be second nature for all drivers and passengers.”
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