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Boil Order

Boil Order issued for northern Ewing, Missouri

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By WGEM Staff
A 48-hour boil order has been issued for the north side of Ewing.

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Kidz Packs merges with Horizons

Horizons takes over KidzPacks program

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Ryan Hill
The organization KidzPacks provides snacks to students ages three to 11 who need food over weekend during the school year.

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A Tri-State crop specialist says Tri-State apples will taste superb this fall thanks to dry...

Dry conditions create more flavorful apples this fall

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Rajah Maples
Apple lovers will be extremely pleased this fall. Retired crop specialist Mike Roegge says dry conditions create more flavorful apples.

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Quincy residents around South Park may have a change in direction.

Curtis Creek Bridge closed for repairs

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By WGEM Staff
Drivers needing to use this road are encouraged to detour on Klondike Road or RJ Peters Drive.

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Kids apply STE(A)M learning.

STEAM learning comes to Winchester Public Library

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Clare Edlund
STE(A)M projects involve science, technology, engineering, art, and math and are gaining popularity in the Tri-States.

Weather Forecast

Omega Block will bring warm temps

What is an Omega Block

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Brian Inman
Omega Blocks normally cause hot temps over the Midwest.

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The new shots are called Comirnaty, and are manufactured by Pfizer.

New COVID vaccines begin in Adams County

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Logan Williams
The latest round of COVID vaccinations are now available at the Adams and Pike County Health Departments.

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The California-based Carrington Company gained ownership last week.

Former Macomb Kmart building under new ownership

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Dylan Smith
In the last week, the California-based company, Carrington Co.. took possession of the former Kmart building.

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From replacing the water and sewage lines to resurfacing the street and sidewalks, the...

6th Street Promenade project set to break ground

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Josef Lawler
From replacing the water and sewage lines to resurfacing the street and sidewalks, the project’s price tag is set at $4.7 million.

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Quincy Housing Authority gets money to remove lead paint and asbestos

Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 4:37 AM CDT
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By Ryan Hill
Officials said they will use a $4 million grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to remove lead-based paints and asbestos tiles in buildings.
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Presentation highlights Civil War history

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 11:04 PM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
The presentation covered the big names of local history.

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Keokuk Homeless Alliance secures building for permanent shelter contingent upon city approval

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 10:55 PM CDT
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By Shaqaille McCamick
Now, the alliance has found a building to house the shelter and are working to finalize the purchase to make it a reality.

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Quincy Humane Society fundraiser struts for animal care and adoptions

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 9:28 PM CDT
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By Rajah Maples
There’s a fiesta waiting to happen at South Park in Quincy. That’s where the Quincy Humane Society’s largest fundraiser of the year will take place this Saturday.

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Portion of South 8th Street to close this week

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 8:53 PM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
South 8th Street from Valley Drive to RJ Peters Drive will be closed during the day Wednesday through Friday, according to city officials.

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It’s crunch time for phase 1 of revitalizing Quincy’s riverfront

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 5:22 PM CDT
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By Dylan Smith
Bids for the project opened in August, but all came back several hundreds of thousands of dollars higher than what was budgeted.

Weather Forecast

The calendar says fall has begun

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By Brian Inman
This week is going to be our second summer. The relative humidity won't be bad, but the temps will be on the hot side.

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Quincy teen charged with 2 counts of aggravated sexual assault

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
On Tuesday a 16-year-old Quincy boy was charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault following an incident last weekend.

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In joint effort, Illinois election authorities try to tamp down misinformation

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 3:03 PM CDT
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By PETER HANCOCK
Six months before the next presidential primary elections in Illinois, county clerks and other local election authorities are asking for the public’s help in stopping misinformation campaigns before they get started.

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City of Quincy plans for transit updates after study

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 12:56 PM CDT
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By Josef Lawler
The extensive study aims to completely revamp the transit system, travel times and overall service.

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Quincy church youth leader pleads guilty to 2 counts of sexual abuse

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 11:48 AM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
A Quincy man who was a youth leader at Hope Lutheran Church in Quincy pleaded guilty Tuesday to two counts of criminal sexual assault of a victim between 13 and 18 years old.

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New rules proposed for vicious dogs in Quincy

Updated: Sep. 26, 2023 at 5:22 AM CDT
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By Ryan Hill
City council members heard the second reading of a proposed ordinance at their meeting last night.

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Quincy City Council hears updates on drop-off recycling, road improvement projects

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 10:59 PM CDT
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By Shaqaille McCamick
City officials have heard your questions about the new recycling program and road improvements.

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4-year-old seriously injured after semi crash in Ralls County

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 4:40 PM CDT
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By Jayla Louis
A 4-year-old girl was seriously injured after a semi crash Monday morning in Ralls County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol crash report.

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Pike County home invasion leads to intruder being stabbed

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 4:34 PM CDT
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By Jayla Louis
A Pike County home invasion ended with the intruder being stabbed by the resident, according to officials with the Pike County Sheriff’s Department.

Weather Forecast

First week of fall but it feels like summer

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By Brian Inman
Isolated showers are possible late Tuesday night, but it does not look like there will be any beneficial moisture this week.

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“He deserves every minute”: Yohn sentenced to 130 years in prison

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 2:28 PM CDT
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By Dylan Smith
Bradley Yohn was sentenced to 130 years on Monday.

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Quincy citywide cleanup returns this week

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 12:46 PM CDT
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By Josef Lawler
In conjunction with Republic Services, the City of Quincy will be set up at Front Street and Payson Avenue to collect bulk trash items throughout the week.

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Arraignment set for Blessing parking lot stabbing suspects

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 11:05 AM CDT
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By Dylan Smith
The two men charged in connection with a stabbing in the Blessing Hospital parking lot in the late evening hours of Sept. 15 will plead guilty or not guilty next month.

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Roundtable looks to address elder care issues

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 5:07 AM CDT
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By Ryan Hill
One caregiver said caregivers feel run down and rarely have anyone relieve them.

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Portion of Bonansinga Drive to close

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 7:20 PM CDT
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By Jayla Louis
A portion of Bonansinga Drive will close on Monday to allow for a fire hydrant installation.

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Macomb, Carthage receive combined $1 million+ for housing rehab and demolition

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 7:05 PM CDT
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By Dylan Smith
The Pritzker Administration recently announced the IHDA's approval of $19 million to support towns and local bank authorities with the acquisition, maintenance, rehabilitation and demolition of abandoned residential properties.

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LaGrange alumni gather to celebrate their foundation even though the school was torn down

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 10:57 AM CDT
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By Rajah Maples
LaGrange alumni gathered Saturday afternoon for an all-class, intergenerational reunion.

Weather Forecast

A mix of Sunshine and Clouds with Scattered Showers Possible Today

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 8:05 AM CDT
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By Jesse Risley
Saturday will be a really great day for the first day of fall, we should see plenty of sunshine and the storms will hold off until later Saturday night.

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Southeast Iowa students compete in Fort Madison Rodeo

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 6:46 PM CDT
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By Clare Edlund
On Saturday, junior high and high school students across Southeast Iowa rounded up their horses, saddles, and boots to compete in two qualifying rodeos.

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Iowa has highest average Radon levels in the US

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:16 AM CDT
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By Conner Hendricks
The Iowa Cancer Consortium estimates 400 Iowans die each year of lung cancer caused by Radon exposure.

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LaGrange Youth Center needs volunteers and donations

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 12:49 AM CDT
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By Rajah Maples
A Tri-state youth center that’s been keeping kids off the streets and away from drugs needs a little help of its own.

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Quincy Community Theater celebrates 100 years with anniversary gala

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 6:05 PM CDT
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By Shaqaille McCamick
“Dream Roles Reimagined” is the name of the one-night-only performance featuring 28 past and present QCT members.

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Northeast Missouri Humane Society combatting stray animal surge

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:24 PM CDT
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By Logan Williams
With animal shelters filling up, the Northeast Missouri Humane Society is taking steps to help connect stray animals with loving homes.

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First-ever Pittsfield Country Music Fest at Jellystone

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:16 PM CDT
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By Clare Edlund
The first-ever Pittsfield Country Music Fest kicks off at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Pine Lakes on Friday night.

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Discount surplus store opens in Pittsfield

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 5:11 PM CDT
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By Clare Edlund
Dozens of customers crowded the door Friday morning ahead of the Raintree Shopping Surplus grand opening for those deals and discounts.

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Missouri Department of Corrections officers no longer with department after inmate escaped custody

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 1:33 PM CDT
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By Lucas Sellem
Two Missouri Department of Corrections officers are no longer with the department after Tommy Boyd escaped custody.

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JWCC surgical students participate in Surgical Technology Week

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:41 AM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
The students participated in a surgery simulation lab on Thursday during the event from 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m.

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Kyle Moore announces run for state representative for 99th house district

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:28 AM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
Former Quincy mayor will run for state representative.

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Corn and bean prices lower than last year

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM CDT
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By Logan Williams
As the fall harvest picks up the pace, some farmers could notice a lower crop income due to falling prices.

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Pike County Health Department offers flu vaccine clinics

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 8:30 AM CDT
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By WGEM Staff
In a news release, the Pike County Health Department stated that they will be offering flu clinics throughout the community.

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Advocate: SAFE-T Act adds domestic violence victim protections

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 4:18 AM CDT
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By Ryan Hill
Quincy police chief Adam Yates said they can hold those charge with felony or misdemeanor domestic violence in jail for up to 48 hours before a court hearing determines whether pre-trial detention is necessary.

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Uncertain economy creates uncertain time for Tri-State real estate

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:03 PM CDT
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By Rajah Maples
Interest rates aren’t going down any time soon--they could actually increase. The Federal Reserve made that announcement this past Wednesday. A local historian says several factors have led to these uncertain times, including an auto workers strike, labor shortage and rising oil prices.

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Adventures of Tom Sawyer manuscript to be unveiled

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:10 PM CDT
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By Logan Williams
The manuscript has been on display since 1960, but was in need of some restoration work.

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Keokuk high school welcomes back alumni for homecoming

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:06 PM CDT
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By Rose Lehner
Alumni, students, and staff showed their chiefs pride loud and proud at the homecoming parade.

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State parks throughout Iowa prepare for ‘volunteer day’

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:04 PM CDT
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By Josef Lawler and Rose Lehner
Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are currently looking for volunteers to help with the efforts being done at Shimek State Forest in Farmington, Iowa.
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