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Jim Dey: Fired Adams County judge in more hot water over false-testimony claim
Jul. 25—Some people find cliches tiresome, but generally, they are usefully true. Here's one: When you're in a hole, quit digging. Former Adams County Circuit Judge Robert Adrian should have embraced that concept. If he had, Adrian might not be facing even more disciplinary action stemming from his mishandling of a 2021 criminal case. Adrian was the subject of considerable publicity when he ...
Mom, daughter enjoy the most special of nights at Adams Co. Fair Queen Pageant
MENDON, Ill. — That Madalyn Gibbs stood late Tuesday night as Adams County fair queen was not only a testament to the human spirit, but that of the strongest of bonds between a daughter and mother. It was a special moment, in every imaginable way. In fact, very, very...
It’s Time! Adams County Fair is Underway Here’s the Full Schedule
It's Adams County Fair time and here are some of the big events coming up this year at the fair. 8:00 AM -- 4-H Equine Judging (Horse Arena) 6:00 PM -- Little Mr. & Miss Adams County Fair (Grandstand Stage) 6:30 PM -- 12 & Under Pee Wee Horse Show...
Family fun and furry friends: Find both at Adams County Fair
MENDON, Ill. (KHQA) — The family fun zone area at the Adams County Fair is set up for the youngsters and the young at heart to enjoy a petting zoo, lumberjack shows, pony rides, and much more. The Adams County Fair Board created the Family Fun Zone about a...
Early mornings mark the start of preparations for livestock shows at Adams County Fair
MENDON, Ill. (KHQA) — Many around the tri-states head to the Adams County fair to enjoy fair food, carnival rides, entertainment, and of course to show off their livestock. The fair originated in 1941 as a fall festival and livestock show, and while many aspects of the fair have grown and changed, one thing that has remained the same is the excitement around the livestock.
Like mother, like daughter: New queen wears mom's winning dress
MENDON, Ill. (KHQA) — Day one of the Adams County Fair saw a few showers just minutes before the 2024 pageant kicked off, but even with those showers, pageant contestants and their supporters still showed up and showed out. Eight contestants took the Adams County Fair stage vying for...
QPD Blotter for July 25, 2024
Roger D. Sprinkle (51) Quincy for Trespassing at 527 Broadway. NTA. Allen L. Douglas (36) Quincy for Peace Disturbance, Interfering, and Illegal Dumping at 1705 Harrison. NTA. Leonna M. Cheney (45) Quincy for Battery at 5th and Vermont. Marty C. Simmons (37) Quincy for Vehicular Invasion, Aggravated Battery and Threatening...
Nationwide Transport Plans La Grange, Missouri, Headquarters
Nationwide Transport plans to establish operations in La Grange, Missouri. The $5.2 million project is expected to create seven jobs. The investment will include the conversion of an existing 4,800-square-foot building into the company’s headquarters and operations center. “Being raised in La Grange and having lived here for 38...
Upper Mississippi Levee Safety Act aims to revamp flood protection
QUINCY, Ill. (KHQA) — Over the last three decades, the Upper Mississippi River has experienced several significant floods. The most devastating was the Great Flood of 1993, resulting in billions of dollars in damages and approximately 50 deaths. More flooding took place in 2008 and 2019 further impacted the...
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