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Versailles, IL · Education
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Photo gallery: Pleasant Hill strikes first, continues piling up points in victory over Unity-Payson
PLEASANT HILL, Ill. — Bing Lowe scored on the game’s opening possession and the Pleasant Hill football team never stopped making plays Friday night, churning out a 60-o victory over Unity-Payson at Franklin Field. Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman was at the game and put together this...
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Hannibal School District boosts substitute teacher pay
HANNIBAL — Substitute teachers in the Hannibal School District are getting a pay raise. At Wednesday’s school board meeting, the board approved an increase in substitute teacher salaries from $112.50 to $120 per day. This puts Hannibal more in line with other area school districts like Palmyra and Ralls County, which pay their substitutes $120 and $125 per day, respectively. Hannibal now pays its substitutes $10 more per day than Monroe City. Hannibal is the only one of those four schools to increase substitute teacher salaries for the 2026-27 school year.
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Game Night Guide: Illinois lifts curtain on football season with strong slate of matchups
QUINCY — It’s a one-sided affair on the first Friday night of the high school football season. The Illinois schools kick off a week before their Missouri counterparts with some intriguing matchups and teams looking to set the right tone for their playoff pursuits. Here is a rundown...
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QPS new superintendent’s first school week in the Gem City
QUINCY, Ill.— It’s not just the first week of school for students, but it’s also Quincy Public Schools’ new superintendents’ first week of school in the Gem City. Dr. Larry Gray is just over a month into his new post as superintendent. Before QPS, Gray...
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Quincy educator and coach John Lumpkin remembered as someone who ‘showed up for you’
QUINCY — When asked about some of the things that made John Lumpkin III special, not only as a football coach but as a father, friend and mentor for kids, Rick Little had a simple yet poignant answer. “He showed up,” the Quincy High School head football coach said....
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JWCC Trustees approve three-year agreement with faculty association
QUINCY — During its regular meeting Wednesday night, the John Wood Community College Board of Trustees approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Faculty Association. The agreement spans three fiscal years and includes a 5% increase in the first year, followed by 4% increases in each of the...
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WIU pilot program offers perks to local students
Western Illinois University is expanding its partnership with Macomb High School through a new Dual Enrollment Plus pilot program designed to give students greater access to campus resources and experiences. The initiative builds on the university's existing dual enrollment program and aims to strengthen connections with local high school students in McDonough County, according to a community announcement. Twenty Macomb High School students are currently taking dual enrollment courses through WIU, with participation expected to grow during the spring semester. Students participating in the DE+ pilot will receive access to a variety of university amenities and programs beyond classroom instruction. Students gain access to campus resources Benefits available through the pilot program include access to athletic events, the Student Recreation Center, the WIU eSports arena and university libraries. Participants also can use dining centers and campus food vendors. Each student will receive $15 loaded onto a university card each semester. Additional opportunities include select student engagement events, music and theatre performances, career preparation programs, career fairs and tutoring services. Orientation planned for participating students WIU plans to host an orientation to familiarize participating students with the campus and introduce the resources and services available through the program. The university also
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Riedel Foundation awards matching grant to HLGU’s Craigmiles School of Nursing
HANNIBAL —The Riedel Foundation has awarded $28,300 to the Craigmiles School of Nursing at Hannibal–LaGrange University. Combined with matching funds from the university, HLGU was able to purchase a new high-tech, life-sized patient simulator now ready for use in the upcoming school year. The advanced manikin is fully...
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WIU launches Dual Enrollment Plus pilot program with Macomb High School
MACOMB, Ill. — Western Illinois University is launching a pilot Dual Enrollment Plus (DE+) initiative in partnership with Macomb High School to expand opportunities and strengthen connections with local high school students in McDonough County. In a press release, WIU assistant vice president of Admissions and Enrollment Support Richard...
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WIU Office of Public Safety Report for August 13th
WIU Office of Public Safety Report for August 13th. The crime log incidents posted may not match the crime statistics as reported in the Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report per the federal Clery Act, as the crime log is compiled using the Illinois Crimes Code and the crime statistics are required by law to be compiled using the Federal Uniformed Crime Reporting definitions.
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Simple question makes for uncomfortable moments in the wake of the QPS Denman School debacle
A media availability ends on an awkward and somewhat tense note when Quincy residents question the transparency of the school board. QUINCY–After the QPS board voted in a special meeting to suspend with intent to dismiss two gym teachers, Kim Kirby and Jennifer Oitker, board members agreed to give a brief statement outside the meeting room in front of a bright blue district logo.
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Strong schools, strong community: New foundation launch in Hannibal
Just in time for the start of a new school year, Northeast Missouri community leaders are launching the Hannibal Public Schools Foundation. “We're just really excited to bring together community leaders who are passionate about public education, and then find ways to support our school district, our students, and our staff in making sure that our schools are successful,” said Hannibal Public Schools Foundation board member Andrea Campbell.
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‘You can’t untape their mouths,’ Denman School parents say their children still struggle with what happened in gym class
Several parents say teacher conduct went beyond birthday spankings and mouth taping and caused mental anguish. QUINCY–Don’t try the old school rhyme “sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me” on Denman Elementary School parent Sarah Goodapple. Goodapple’s child was among...
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Denman teachers suspended without pay a year after public outcry
QUINCY, Ill. - The Quincy Public Board of Education is taking action on two Denman Elementary School teachers embroiled in controversy after allegations of inappropriate conduct last year. “The board is committed to prioritizing student safety and wellbeing and to continue supporting educators and parents as we start a great...