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Mary Catherine Hughes – Hansen-Spear

Mary Catherine Hughes - Hansen-Spear – Muddy River News

Mary Catherine Hughes, age 66, of Quincy, died on Sunday, October 19, 2025 in Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living. Mary was born on October 23, 1958 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of the Rev. Dr. Theron...

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A sight to behold: Behind the scenes workers reflect on the new Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy

A sight to behold: Behind the scenes workers reflect on the new Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy – Muddy River News

A sense of pride in doing right by our nation’s military brings heart and soul to the brick and mortar QUINCY–The audible gasps of delight and amazement filled the hallways of the newly unveiled Illinois...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Gov. Pritzker, dignitaries celebrate $300 million investment in Illinois Veterans’ Home at Quincy muddyrivernews.com/top-stories/...

Gov. Pritzker, dignitaries celebrate $300 million investment in Illinois Veterans’ Home at Quincy – Muddy River News

QUINCY — Illinois Governor JB Pritzker joined Quincy Mayor Linda Moore, State Representative Kyle Moore (R-99th District), Quincy City Council members Kelly Mays (R-3rd Ward) and Laura McReynolds (R-5th...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 11h

New Illinois Veterans' Home in Quincy looks to move past Legionnaires’ disease www.stlpr.org/government-p...

New Illinois Veterans' Home in Quincy looks to move past Legionnaires’ disease

The $300 million facility with 80 independent living apartments and 210 beds in long-term care replaces buildings where the water system was linked to the Legionnaires’ outbreak.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 13h

Joseph E. Peters — Watson Thomas Funeral Home muddyrivernews.com/announcement...

Joseph E. Peters — Watson Thomas Funeral Home – Muddy River News

Joseph Earl Peters, 57, of Galesburg, Illinois, formerly of Quincy, Illinois, died at 7:22 p.m. Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Marigold Health Care and Rehab, Galesburg. Joe was born December 29, 1967 in...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 14h

Heartland Bank & Trust buying CNB Bank & Trust wlds.com/heartland-ba...

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IDHS warns of possible no November SNAP Food benefits; Federal Judiciary shuts down today

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

White Oaks Plaza sells to Kansas City, MO developer

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Enjoy the changing color of the trees with Gail Rublee Sunday, Oct. 26

Enjoy the changing color of the trees with Gail Rublee Sunday, Oct. 26 – Muddy River News

Rublee said, “Riverview Park offers some of the best autumn leaf color around especially with all the maple trees. Let’s go on a nature walk, collecting the most beautiful

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

Hannibal Regional Auxiliary celebrates success of 11th annual Glitz Gala Jewelry Auction

Hannibal Regional Auxiliary celebrates success of 11th annual Glitz Gala Jewelry Auction – Muddy River News

. . . the event raised more than $21,000, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the auxiliary’s pledge to the Friends of Healthcare campaign. This campaign

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

Tribute band Liverpool Legends to perform matinee show Sunday, Oct. 26

Tribute band Liverpool Legends to perform matinee show Sunday, Oct. 26 – Muddy River News

Since 2005, they have performed in their own theater in Branson, Mo., during the year, and have entertained worldwide. Liverpool Legends have headlined at the Rose Bowl

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

Kirksville area Master Gardeners share Milkweed for Monarchs

Kirksville area Master Gardeners share Milkweed for Monarchs – Muddy River News

From 2014 to 2025, Kirksville Area Master Gardeners provided a total of 9,120 milkweed plants, an average of 760 plants per year, to members, neighbors and other gardening groups.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

PET OF THE WEEK: Bruce!

PET OF THE WEEK: Bruce! – Muddy River News

Meet Bruce, a handsome 2-year-old gray tabby with striking green eyes and an even sweeter heart. When Bruce first arrived, he came from a tough hoarding situation and was very shy and unsure of people....

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Lincoln May Get a Sidewalk With a 2027 Road Project

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JWCC invites the community to Fall Fest and Trick-or-Treat event Thursday, Oct. 23

JWCC invites the community to Fall Fest and Trick-or-Treat event Thursday, Oct. 23 – Muddy River News

Children can trick-or-treat through decorated offices, check out inflatables, play games, paint pumpkins, take part in a coloring contest and enjoy hot chocolate and a bonfire.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Public invited to free Medicare informational presentation Tuesday, Oct. 21

Public invited to free Medicare informational presentation Tuesday, Oct. 21 – Muddy River News

The intended audience for the meeting is anyone 64 or older, anyone currently enrolled in Medicare, Medicare Advantage or the Illinois Medicare Medicaid Alignment Initiative.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Weekend gallery: Folklife Festival

Weekend gallery: Folklife Festival – Muddy River News

The crafts, the food, the music … Hannibal’s Folklife Festival fills the downtown of America’s Hometown once again. MRN Journalist Aspen Gengenbacher gives us a look.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Weekend gallery: Early Tin Dusters

Weekend gallery: Early Tin Dusters – Muddy River News

MRN Journalist Aspen Gengenbacher spent some time Sunday with the Early Tin Dusters as they wrapped up their annual visit to Quincy this weekend.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Gov. Pritzker looking at how Illinois can cover looming SNAP funding lapse

Gov. Pritzker looking at how Illinois can cover looming SNAP funding lapse – Muddy River News

(The Center Square) – In less than two weeks, and with the upcoming holiday season, the ongoing federal government shutdown is expected to suspend taxpayer funding for food subsidies. U.S. Senate Democrats...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

DAILY DIRT: ‘I’m Not Lisa’ tearjerker was the top one-hit wonder of 1975

DAILY DIRT: 'I'm Not Lisa' tearjerker was the top one-hit wonder of 1975 – Muddy River News

Daily Dirt for Monday, Oct. 20, 2025 And after “I’m Not Lisa” fully depresses you, just pop on “The Hustle” by Van McCoy … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,436 of...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Road Trips with Randy: Dreaming big in A-Building

Road Trips with Randy: Dreaming big in A-Building – Muddy River News

Randy, Ashley, and Brittany hit the road to explore the ins and outs of A-Building, which is a world all it’s own inside Quincy Senior High School. The Senior High Music Department takes center stage...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 20h

Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage at QHS Nov. 19-23

Everyone’s favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage at QHS Nov. 19-23 – Muddy River News

Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of irresistible story, unforgettable songs and breathtaking dance numbers. Join us and see classic numbers like “Spoonful of Sugar,”

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 20h

Free legal help rolls into Quincy area November 5

Free legal help rolls into Quincy area November 5 – Muddy River News

Mobile Justice Clinics will visit Cathage, Quincy, Pittsfield and Hardin in one day QUINCY–Land of Lincoln Legal Aid has officially launched its two offices on wheels that will travel to all 65 counties...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 20h

Letter to the Editor: Weekend protests

Letter to the Editor: Weekend protests – Muddy River News

Today, thousands of Russian political opponents are meeting an early end to their life because of their opposition to Vladimir Putin. Now, we have a communist running for mayor of New York City.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 20h

QPD Blotter for Oct. 18, 2025

QPD Blotter for Oct. 18, 2025 – Muddy River News

Joshua C. Peters, 49, of Quincy for FTA Public Drinking at S. 18th St and State St. Lodged 184Brandon Kite of Quincy for FTA seat belt. Lodged 113

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