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K of C BBQ underway in Quincy
QUINCY–The Knights of Columbus BBQ weekend is upon us. This marks the 84th year of the community event offering a variety of food, live entertainment, games and carnival rides. Muddy River News captured some of the sights and sounds from opening night on Friday. The BBQ, located at 700...
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Big Bro’s BBQ back with a bang after food trailer explosion
QUINCY, Illinois— A Quincy food truck isn’t giving up after their truck exploded nearly three months ago. Around 4 a.m. Friday, May 8, the Big Bro’s Barbecue food truck, “Visionary,” broke the early morning silence when it exploded in the Quincy’s Knights of Columbus’ parking lot. The explosion rocked parts of the city with a blast that could be heard from miles away.
WGEM
Rebel Pig leaving Main Street and becoming Rebel Smash
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On The Rail Bar & Grill announces final week in business
QUINCY — On The Rail Bar & Grill has announced it will close Saturday, bringing an end to nearly a decade of serving food, drinks and live entertainment. Owner Scott Edlin announced the decision following what he described as “many heartfelt conversations and careful consideration.” On the Rail opened in October 2017.
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This Illinois Restaurant in Quincy Serves a Loose-Meat Sandwich That Is Neither a Hamburger nor a Sloppy Joe
There is a sandwich in the Midwest that has been confusing first-timers and delighting locals for decades. It is not a hamburger, and it is definitely not a sloppy joe, even though it looks a little like both. The meat is loose, the bun is soft, and the whole thing...
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Hannibal BBQ celebrated by residents and vendors alike
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“Meals With Memorial” are back – freezer meal pickup service
CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital’s Health & Wellness Center announces the return of “Meals with Memorial,” a freezer meal pickup service that provides the community a convenient way to enjoy delicious, dietitian-approved meals at home. Community members can pre-order meals online anytime from July 20 to...
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This Illinois BBQ Destination Serves Smoked Meats That Live Up to the Awards
There is a BBQ spot in western Illinois that has regulars driving across county lines just to get their fix. The pitmaster behind it has earned a reputation as the only true award-winning BBQ expert in the area, and the food backs that claim up every single time. Ribs that...
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Coffee Talk 7-8-26
The coffee is hot, and after the Fourth of July weekend, so are the conversations. On this week’s Coffee Talk, brought to you by Electric Fountain Brewing, Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll cover everything from one of the area’s most unique traditions to one of the weekend’s biggest debates. They kick things off in Hannibal, where the annual frog jumping contest continues a 40-year tradition inspired by Mark Twain’s “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County.” But with temperatures soaring, they also ask the question many people were wondering: Can the hot pavement hurt the frogs?
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National burger champion Chris Allen comes home
Every underdog has a moment. For Rocky Balboa, it was stepping into the ring with the heavyweight champion. For Quincy native Chris Allen, it was rolling into a national burger competition armed with two burners while competitors unloaded trailers full of grills, equipment and teams of assistants. By the end...
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MRN BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: The TimeOut Bar
Today on Business Spotlight, brought to you by Bank of Springfield, Curtis Shaffer and Trisha Erke of The TimeOut Bar in Mendon join Crissie Caccamo to preview their grand opening weekend June 19-21. From smoked meats and a brand-new menu to one of the area’s only multisport simulators featuring 14...
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Applebee’s ‘dual-concept’ restaurant swings its doors open for the first time with ‘all day’ breakfast menu
A BELOVED restaurant chain has swung open its doors to a brand new dual-concept location boasting an “all day” breakfast menu. The combined Applebee’s and IHOP restaurant in Quincy, Illinois, welcomes diners starting at 10am on Wednesday, after a brief delay over minor cosmetic issues, NBC affiliate WGEM reported.
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12 Restaurants In Quincy, Illinois That Are Worth A Stop On Your Next Trip
Quincy, Illinois may seem like a quiet little river town, but give it one meal and it starts showing off. This charming city along the Mississippi River has a food scene with way more personality than you might expect. You’ll find smoky barbecue, cheesy pizza, Korean-inspired comfort food, classic burgers,...
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Local family expands investment in Carthage with grand opening of Lilly’s Frozen Yogurt
CARTHAGE, Ill. — Ron and Cynthia Stewart invite the community to celebrate the official grand opening of Lilly’s Frozen Yogurt from 1 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, at 490 Wabash Ave. The grand opening marks an exciting milestone for the Stewart family, who opened Lilly’s Gifts...
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Closing of Maestro’s in downtown Quincy leaves bitter taste for some
QUINCY–The owners of Maestro’s restaurant, 938 Maine Street, took to social media Monday morning to announce they are closing permanently. “Dear Quincy and community, it is with a heavy heart and a sense of changing times that we announce the permanent closure of Maestro’s” the message read. “Serving the community has been the honor of a lifetime.”
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Community-Favorite Quincy Italian Eatery Known for Comfort Food Confirms Closure
Maestro’s announced on social media this week that it is permanently closing. The restaurant closed after just two years in business. The closure was met with saddened reactions from longtime customers. Maestro’s Announces Closure After Two Years in Business. On Monday, May 25, 2026, Maestro’s owners announced the...