Hunter Willis
Photojournalist
Quincy, Illinois
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Prior to joining WGEM, Hunter was photojournalist for an NBC affiliate in Western Kentucky. The Evansville, Indiana, native holds a bachelor's degree in television production from Murray State University.
Hunter likes cooking and trying out new restaurants. He also enjoys archery, riding his motorcycle, and watching Marvel and Star Wars movies.
Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 5:08 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Scotland County Hospital officially has a new physician.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2023 at 7:35 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Rollin’ on the River Blues Festival returns to Keokuk on Saturday.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 10:02 AM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Even though the summer months may seem short to students and teachers, some faculty are excited to start the new year with some new faces.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 7:13 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
It was a nearly $18 million project that was paid for by a one cent McDonough County School facilities tax.
Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 at 3:45 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Hannibal-LaGrange University President, Dr. Robert Matz, announced Dr. Virginia Wolgemuth as the new Director of Nursing for the Craigmiles School of Nursing at HLGU.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 2:26 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Former state trooper Rich Avoletta is two-thirds of the way toward completing his fitness goal of completing marathons in all 50 states.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 3:34 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Operation Lifesaver educates truckers on railway safety.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 2:49 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Quincy High School Marching Blue Devils are attending band camp this week.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 4:20 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Shade, breeze, and fresh water. are the three things essential to keeping your outdoor pets safe in the summer heat.
Updated: Jul. 26, 2023 at 4:04 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Due to the dangerous high heat and humidity Marion County Ambulance workers have set up a cooling station in downtown Hannibal.
Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 7:17 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Final preparations are underway for opening day, Wednesday, at the Adams County Fair.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2023 at 4:16 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The fourth annual Hannibal BBQ Festival is this weekend.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 2:54 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Keokuk Union Depot Foundation has raised their portion of their Jeffris Family Foundation $550,000 grant.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 1:43 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Scottie’s Fun Spot unveiled some new additions for the community to enjoy.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 12:51 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Businesses that made changes to stay open during the pandemic could possibly reimbursed.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2023 at 4:44 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Keokuk slowly recovers from storms.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2023 at 2:32 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Kayak rentals are coming to Quincy’s Kesler Park in Spring 2024.
Updated: Jul. 13, 2023 at 2:50 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The goal of the team is to try and de-escalate high-intensity situations that could lead to someone’s death.
Updated: Jul. 12, 2023 at 6:53 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Quincy Police Department will be hosting a recruitment open house for potential new police applicants.
Updated: Jul. 11, 2023 at 1:02 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
After 20 years of making wine, Matt Schulte has decided to sell the Spirit Knob Winery.
Updated: Jul. 10, 2023 at 2:52 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Officials expect the see over 4,000 people throughout the week attending the events.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2023 at 3:04 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum announced the new Tom and Becky.
Updated: Jul. 4, 2023 at 2:35 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Hannibal kicked off its 4th of July celebrations with its National Tom Sawyer Days Parade this morning.
Updated: Jul. 3, 2023 at 4:12 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The city of Keokuk is continuing to recover from recent storms.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 7:05 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Sunset Senior Living announced their new 728 Project Capital Campaign Co-Chairmen today.
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 3:21 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Midsummer Arts Faire has returned to its pre-pandemic numbers.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2023 at 5:29 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Quincy Noon Kiwanis officials gave out more than 40-thousand dollars in grants to about 50 organizations.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2023 at 11:24 AM CDT
|By Jayla Louis and Hunter Willis
A Missouri Department of Transportation worker was hit by a truck Monday morning in a crash on US 61 near County Road 341.
Updated: Jun. 22, 2023 at 12:57 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Cornerstone is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Melissa McKelvie, PhD as its new Executive and Clinical Director, effective July 10.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2023 at 4:32 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Organizers said the was a day to promote the positive aspects of skateboarding, including creativity, community, and healthy physical activity.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2023 at 3:52 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
See Quincy is hosting Flavor Tours in downtown Quincy.
Updated: Jun. 20, 2023 at 3:02 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Midsummer Arts Faire is returning to Quincy this weekend.
Updated: Jun. 19, 2023 at 8:14 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
One Keokuk organization kicks off week long event to celebrate Juneteenth.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2023 at 3:52 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Quincy Police Department just announced that they have opened applications for police officers.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
It is time for Adams County homeowners to pay their property taxes.
Updated: Jun. 12, 2023 at 3:46 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Job scams starting to becoming more prevalent on job search websites.
Updated: Jun. 9, 2023 at 10:25 AM CDT
|By Jayla Louis and Hunter Willis
One adult and one juvenile were injured Friday after a van hit a Quincy city vehicle, and then a house, near 20th and Locust.
Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 8:27 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The nonprofit organization Mounted Angels is open for the summer.
Updated: Jun. 6, 2023 at 2:31 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Keokuk receives $2 million grant for environmental clean up to the Elkem-Carbide Site to aid in future business development.
Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 3:39 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Sunset Senior Living and Q Dance hosted a send-off rally Monday morning for Miss Quincy Shelby Rose.
Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:26 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Cancer survivors and their loved ones across the Tri-States were invited to Blessing Hospital for a part
Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:43 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Culver-Stockton recently announced Lauren B. Schellenberger their 28th President starting July 1st.
Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 2:37 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Lewis County drought threatens crops for farmers.
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 3:31 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Hope Winchester is hosting a community appreciation event this weekend.
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 3:15 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Quincy Public Library will begin its “Summer Reading” program Saturday.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:09 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Land acquisition issues slow plans to build a traffic roundabout at 48th and State in Quincy.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:59 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Time to donate to Kidzpack food drive is running out.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:54 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
Quincy officials want your input as part of the first Quincy Transit Line route study since 2002.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:43 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
John Wood Community College is hosting their annual community yard sale.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 12:00 PM CDT
|By Hunter Willis
The Salvation Army Kroc Center announced that they will be serving lunch to kids 18 years and under over the summer.