Illini End Fall on a High Note Nov 5, 2009
At one point, the Quincy, Ill. native was at -5 for tournament in second place and just one stroke behind the leader. (Fightingillini.com)
PRESEASON TOP 25 Nov 5, 2009
G Isaiah Thomas is back along with wing Quincy Pondexter and F Darnell Gant. G Abdul Gaddy, one of the top recruits in the nation, is expected to make an immediate impact. (USA Today -- Sports)
Supervisors delay vote on Quincy port Nov 5, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 11:12 AM CST FORT MADISON The Lee County Board of Supervisors was split on whether to put off official support for the Mid-America Port Commission port project proposed in Quincy, Ill ... He wanted himself and Supervisor Chair Gary Folluo to discuss the issue with some of the Lee County Port Authority officials about how the support by Lee County for the Quincy port could affect the Lee County port ... He did believe it would put Lee County in direct... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Women's Basketball takes down Quincy in exhibition play Nov 2, 2009
- The Southern Illinois women's basketball team opened exhibition play with a 67-59 victory over Division II Quincy Sunday afternoon in SIU Arena ... Southern Illinois jumped out to a quick lead to start the game on a 3-pointer before Quincy answered with one of its own ... Quincy, who shot 4-of-13 from the 3-point line in the first half was held to just 1-of-15 from beyond the arc in the second half. (Siusalukis.com)
Former teammates reunite Nov 2, 2009
Former Bureau Valley products Josh Coyle, a senior lineman at Quincy University, and Matt Morman, a junior d-back at Monmouth, are also suiting up this season. Soccer. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Illini Sharp in Exhibition Victory Over Missouri Southern Oct 31, 2009
The Fighting Illini have one more exhibition game next Sunday, Nov. 8, at 4 p.m. against Quincy University, before opening up the regular season on Friday, Nov. 13, when they host SIU-Edwardsville at 7 p.m. CT.. related stories. (Fightingillini.com)
Warsaw City Council okays bond sale for lagoon repair Oct 31, 2009
Agreed to purchase a new dump body and 8 1/2-foot Western snow plow from Knapheide Truck Equipment, Quincy, Ill. for $9,034 and discussed whether to line the truck bed to protect it from salt corrosion. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Pork producers group works together to promote their products and business Oct 28, 2009
When we do that in Quincy, people are getting a product from an active producer. We get face to face time, good contact for our members to explain ourselves, to let people know who we are. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Community calendar Oct 24, 2009
Civic engagement discussion with Illinois Senate President John Cullerton 10 to 11 a.m., John Wood Community College Student/ Administrative Center Dining Room, Quincy, Ill. Open to the public, no charge. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Warsaw students can receive H1N1 vaccinations at school next week Oct 23, 2009
The decrease is probably due to the school district not receiving all of its state aid in a timely manner, before the end of the fiscal year, according to auditor Wayne Garkie of Gray Hunter Stenn LLP, Certified Public Accountants, Quincy, Ill. Warsaw School District was owed $229,000 in late state aid payments in the 2008-2009 year. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Seasonal ladybug swarms pester even bug experts Oct 22, 2009
"Every night when I get home and it's dark, I turn on the lights and I have them to greet me. A lot of them," said Scholes, an entomologist for Reliable Pest Solutions in Quincy, Ill. Thousands of them have congregated since Sunday outside his home near Hannibal, Mo. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Historian to speak on the Underground Railroad at Historical Society dinner Oct. 29 Oct 22, 2009
Princeton was on the railroad;s Quincy to Galesburg line. Abolitionist, U.S. Representative and Princeton minister Owen Lovejoy, along with other Princeton families, also assisted fugitive slaves coming directly east from the Mississippi and Rock rivers. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Game 7: Illinois (1-5, 0-4) at Purdue (2-5, 1-2) Oct 21, 2009
Illinois student Quincy Hall found the Cannon hidden near the old Illinois Field. Hall and a group of Delta Upsilon brothers confiscated the Cannon and held it until 1943 when they donated it as a symbol of the UI-Purdue rivalry. (Fightingillini.com)
Saluki Basketball begins season with Maroon Madness Oct 17, 2009
"We practice over here sometimes, so we like coming over here. You get a chance to play big in a small place." The men will tip off their season as they host Henderson State in an exhibition game, Saturday, Oct. 31 at 3:05 p.m. The women will face Quincy Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3:05 p.m. for their first play of the season. 2009-10 Team Information. (Siusalukis.com)
A woman, the priest and their son Oct 17, 2009
In public, they were both leaders in their Catholic community in Quincy, Ill ... The Franciscans kept Willenborg in place as rector of their seminary in Quincy, Ill ... In public, they were both leaders in their Catholic community in Quincy, Ill. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Wisconsin Catholic Priest Suspended for Fathering Child Oct 17, 2009
Bond, who was in her 20s when the relationship with Willenborg began in Quincy, Ill. said she needs more financial assistance. (Fox News)
Scouts Weigh in on the Top 25 Oct 16, 2009
DT, 6-4/275, Quincy, Fla ... Gary Brown, DT, 6-4/275, Quincy, Fla ... Gary Brown, DT, 6-4, 275, Quincy, Fla. (UStateAgs.com)
Former Storm, Red Devils still suiting up for football Oct 15, 2009
Senior Josh Coyle is the starting left tackle for the Quincy University Hawks. The Hawks have had a tough season, falling to 1-4 after Saturday;s 51-0 loss at the hands of 12th-ranked St. Xavier in Chicago. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Obituaries, Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009 (902) Oct 15, 2009
Survivors include his wife, Anna (Groves) Madison, whom he married Nov. 5, 1980; three sons, Cody Madison (Andrea) of Vincennes, Casey Madison of Vincennes and Mason Madison of Vincennes; two daughters, Danielle Lyttle (Quincy) of Wheatland and Mikaila Madison of Vincennes; three sisters, Cheryl Madison of Vincennes, Susan Bedwell of Carlisle and Donna Thompson of Vincennes; and one brother, Derick Madison of Vincennes. Also surviving are two grandsons, Brant Bilskie and Gage Madison; two... (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Two U.S. senators take center stage Oct 14, 2009
Durbin also said he supports essential air service that allows places like Quincy, Ill. and Burlington to have passenger air service. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Pair toss coins, cones over wrong size fries Oct 9, 2009
A Massachusetts couple are accused of hurling coins and safety cones at McDonald's cashiers in Quincy when they didn't get enough french fries. Christine Galipeau of Quincy and Eugene Jackson of Boston have pleaded innocent to assault and battery in the Tuesday incident ... Christina Galipeau and Eugene Jackson pleaded not guilty Wednesday to assault charges in Quincy District Court. (Fresno Bee)
Police: 2 throw coins, cones at McDonald's workers Oct 9, 2009
Christina Galipeau and Eugene Jackson pleaded not guilty Wednesday to assault charges in Quincy District Court. According to police, Galipeau, 22, became enraged after getting the wrong size fries at a Quincy McDonald's ... -- A Massachusetts couple are accused of hurling coins and safety cones at McDonald's cashiers in Quincy when they didn't get enough french fries. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Federal grant helps MPD catch sexual predators Oct 7, 2009
This is part of the Child Sexual Predator Program, an effort implemented by the Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services or COPS. Mattoon, Decatur, Champaign, Bloomington, Peoria Police and Peoria County Sheriff, Moline and Quincy police departments are part of the initiative offering sharing of personnel, resources and funding through the grant. This helps so much in fighting exploitation of children, said Mattoon Police Chief Dave Griffith. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Cops: Mass. Man Shoots Neighbor In Leaf-dump Fight Oct 6, 2009
Christopher Leonard was released Monday on $20,000 bail following his arraignment in Quincy District Court. Police said the 38-year-old shot his neighbor John Rota in the stomach Friday when they got into an argument over the disposal of leaves near their Randolph homes. (CBS News)
Woman continues treasure hunt after finding note Oct 1, 2009
(09-29) 18:05 PDT Quincy, Ill ... Information from: The Quincy Herald-Whig. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Bricker: No one should ever get bored Oct 1, 2009
She worked at Quincy for two years as a supervisor and then was postmaster at Mt. Sterling for 10 years. I was not looking to retire, but they had an early-out' offer, she said. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Gooding, Dion taking charge at Illini West Oct 1, 2009
He earned a bachelor's degree in history education attending John Wood Community College and Quincy University. He started teaching social studies and history at Southeastern Junior High School and Southeastern High School. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Lynch, Nancy Sep 25, 2009
She married David Lynch in Quincy, April 23, 1927 and he preceded her in death in June 1992. Nancy had worked for the Brown Shoe Company in Pittsfield. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Sep 25, 2009
The Germantown Irish will perform for the first Sunday Music Series concert at 4 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Quincy, Ill. The group will showcase songs and tunes featuring uillean bagpipes, flute, fiddle, Celtic harp, guitar, mandolin and more. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Downs and distance Sep 25, 2009
Coach Trent Miles s squad has been competitive in just one game - an overtime loss to NAIA Quincy in the opener - this season. The squad is coming off back-to-back shutouts against Eastern Illinois and South Dakota State. (Boston Globe)
Indiana St 'ashamed' of 30-game losing streak Sep 24, 2009
And there was the inexplicable opening night loss to Quincy (Ill ... "We knew it wasn't Quincy that beat us," McCleskey said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Football Opens MVFC Play Saturday at Home Against NDSU Sep 23, 2009
2 yards on his 10 carries against Quincy. Karim's 210 yards rushing in the game was the seventh-most by a Saluki back in the last 10 years and it tied for the 13th most in school history. (Siusalukis.com)
Man injured Sunday from motorcycle crash with car Sep 23, 2009
John Wilson, 45, was taken by AirEvac to Blessing Hospital, Quincy, Ill. with serious injuries, according to Hamilton Police Chief Walt Sellens. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Warsaw welcomes three teachers to staff Sep 19, 2009
Carla Helmke of Quincy, Ill ... She earned a bachelors degree in home economics at Western Illinois University and a masters in instructional technology, also at WIU. She earned a bachelors in education from Quincy University ... Her background includes eight years teaching experience at Quincy Notre Dame High School, five years at West Pike High School, and 20 years in the business field before beginning teaching. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Weekend performances re-live famous 1847 Matson slave trial Sep 17, 2009
After the Bryant family won their freedom in court, Roger Ashmore said Gideon took them across the prairie in January 1848 to the Mississippi River port at Quincy. From there, the family took a boat south to New Orleans and then headed across the sea to Liberia. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Football hosts Southwest Baptist Saturday at 6 p.m. Sep 15, 2009
In 2007 and 2003 the Dawgs defeated Quincy (59-14 and 64-14), in 2005 they beat Union (Ky. (82-7) and in 2004 SIU defeated William Penn (59-9). (Siusalukis.com)
The Top Political Dynasties Sep 15, 2009
Yet in defeat John Quincy reentered politics as a House member from Massachusetts and played an important role as an abolitionist spokesman ... Whereas young John Quincy Adams listened intently to his parents expound on politics, young George W. Bush had his mind on Little League. (Juneau Empire)
Lansink, Robert Sep 12, 2009
He is survived by one daughter, Barbara Jeanne (Bill) Thiele of Perry; one granddaughter, Jennifer L. (Scott) Hoffman of Quincy; four great-grandchildren, MIDN. Keegan Dale T. Bixler of Annapolis, Md ... and Alisabeth and Caleb Hoffman, both of Quincy. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Meyer's Mailbag: Memphis getting talent Sep 12, 2009
I have heard Quincy Miller was born in Illinois. What are the chances of him leaving Tobacco Road and coming to the Illini. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Additional Men's Basketball Game Times and TV Information Sep 12, 2009
Additional Men's Basketball Times and TV Information Announced - FIGHTINGILLINI.COM // THE OFFICIAL HOME OF UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS ATHLETICS. Junior Center Mike Tisdale. (Fightingillini.com)
Spoo still recalls bad night at ISU Sep 12, 2009
Things have gotten to the point that Indiana State has opted out of this series after today s 83rd meeting so that it can replace Eastern either with a big-money making game or a win over a lower-division school, although playing Quincy in this year s opener did not help as the NAIA team rallied from a 17-0 deficit for a 26-20 overtime win at Indiana State. Before saying goodbye to the opponent from across the state border, Indiana State has another shot at Eastern. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Friday's Statewide Football Scores Sep 12, 2009
Prosser 40, Quincy 20. R.A. Long 20, Hudson s Bay 0. (Longview Daily News, WA)
5-Star Forward Quincy Miller To Visit Illini Sep 11, 2009
Quincy Miller (Scout) ... 2011 forward Quincy Miller resides in North Carolina but still considers Illinois his home. (IlliniBoard.com)
Pirates Ready For Instructional League Sep 11, 2009
GCL Pirates # Freeman, Wesley OF 6-4 215 R/R 1/29/1990 Lakeland, FL GCL Pirates # Grossman, Robert OF 6-1 190 B/L 9/16/1989 San Diego, CA West Virginia # Hernandez, Gorkys OF 6-1 188 R/R 9/7/1987 Guiria, Sucre, Venezuela Altoona # Hernandez, Jose% OF 5-11 195 R/L 3/19/1986 Guadalajara, Mexico State College # Latimore, Quincy% OF 5-11 175 R/R 2/3/1989 Raleigh, NC West Virginia # Marte, Starling OF 6-2 190 R/R 10/9/1988 Santo Domingo, Dom. Rep. (Pittsburgh, TheInsiders.com)
Indiana St. has losing streak; Spoo has warning Sep 10, 2009
Indiana State appeared set to end its streak in this year s season opener when building a 17-0 lead against Quincy but the NAIA visitor rallied for a 26-20 overtime win that prolonged the Sycamores miseries. Maybe that result would be enough to have Eastern laughing had Indiana State not given a much better showing in last week s 30-10 loss at FBC Louisville. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Mattoon gets five wins at tennis tourney in Springfield Sep 8, 2009
Rachel Schnieder (Quincy Notre Dame) 6-0, 6-1; lost to Jessica Seadler (SSHG) score not available. 2. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Keokuks new teachers bring talent, experience Sep 5, 2009
Knapp is completing a three year masters program at Quincy University, Quincy, Ill. Her hobbies include running and water skiing. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Time to play Sep 3, 2009
Indiana State (0-1) at , 7:30 p.m., ESPN GamePlanTHE BUZZ: Indiana State is awful; the FCS Sycamores have won one game - one - in the past four seasons, and they lost their opener last week to Quincy (Ill. an NAIA school. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Big East Football Preview Sep 3, 2009
Indiana State opened its 2009 with a 26-20 overtime loss to NAIA Quincy Aug. 27 in Terre Haute, Ind. The Sycamores held a 17-0 lead in the first quarter, but were unable to snap a 26-game losing streak that dates to the 2006 season Quincy scored the tying touchdown with 43 seconds left in the fourth quarter, missed what would have been the go-ahead PAT, but forced a turnover to start overtime before winning on its first OT possession Indiana State has now lost 27 straight games the... (BlueGoldNews.com)
First Bank to sell Springfield branch Sep 3, 2009
Arthur Greenbank is president and chief executive of First Bankers Trust, a subsidiary of of Quincy, Ill. which had assets of $597. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Chamber gets cool reception to 'I-54' proposal Sep 3, 2009
Take a drive up towards the Hannibal, Quincy Il. area and you'll see why this plan is gaining traction. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Quinn says he'll name U of I trustees Friday Sep 2, 2009
QUINCY -- Gov. Pat Quinn says he'll appoint five new members to the University of Illinois board of trustees on Friday. Quinn spokesman Bob Reed says Quinn made the statement during an event Tuesday in Quincy. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ask the AD -- August Edition Sep 2, 2009
Coach Lennon would also remind all of us to take no opponent lightly, as Quincy College just beat a school from the MVFC in Indiana State. Are there future plans for an indoor practice facility. (Siusalukis.com)
From Newberry to Georgia Tech, OVC ready to kick off Sep 2, 2009
Tell that to Indiana State, which lost to the NAIA Quincy 26-20 in overtime last week. You always want to play a game that you feel you have a chance to get the bugs out but anymore with the parity there s a team that can jump up and bite you, Southeast coach Tony Samuel said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
D-C football standout really does have impressive resume Sep 2, 2009
Hutson, a 2009 Illini West High School graduate, even sent the resume' to Quincy University, which "hired" him for its football team for this fall. The position the school found for him is defensive tackle, although he said Monday he has been red-shirted. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Streak is gone, but EIU's motivation isn't Sep 1, 2009
Considering Illinois State when recruited out of Quincy Notre Dame High School, Frerichs again heard from the former Redbirds football staff under Denver Johnson when he was looking to transfer from Bowling Green and eventually chose Eastern. When I transferred the (ISU) coaches were mad when I came here, Frerichs said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Jane Roskamp, Max and Deb Roskamp family receive honors Aug 29, 2009
She is president of the Quincy Area Chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants and the Warsaw Schools Performing Arts Boosters, serves on the HCE county board, coaches summer softball and intramural soccer, and plays saxophone and the organ part- time at Bethany UCC.. Their son, John, excelled in music at Warsaw High School, a tuba and trombonist, being selected the John Philip Sousa Award winner, a State and National FFA Chorus member two years, and went to 2009 All-State in chorus. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
County public transportation system hopes to start by Jan. 1 Aug 27, 2009
In April, they hope to expand trips to Burlington, Iowa, and Quincy for medical reasons only. Eventually trips should expand to a two-hour radius from Carthage, including Iowa City, Iowa, for the veterans hospital, which was a big need on the survey, and Springfield. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
2009 GLIAC preseason coaches' poll Aug 26, 2009
Before coming to Northwood, Koth spent eight seasons as head coach of the Quincy men s and women s volleyball teams. OF INTEREST: Six of Northwood s returning players have played in at least 28 matches during their careers. (Wsuathletics.com)
Men's Basketball Unveils 2009-10 Roster Aug 26, 2009
Kenwood Academy/Triton College), 5-foot-10 guard Corey Gray (Missouri City, Texas/Hightower H.S.) and 6-foot-4 guard Matt Bush (Quincy, Ill. Quincy H.S./Black Hawk College). (Uicflames.com)
R&B lead tenor John E. Carter dead at 75 Aug 22, 2009
The Dells also came to the attention of Quincy Jones, who coached them into a more eclectic vocal style, incorporating jazz, soul and Broadway sounds. The Dells, consisting of Carter, baritone lead Marvin Junior, and backup singers Charles Barksdale, Michael McGill and Verne Allison, served as technical advisers on Robert Townsend's 1991 movie, "The Five Heartbeats," which was loosely based on their careers. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Power lines, trees hit in Charleston Aug 21, 2009
City Street Superintendent Quincy Combs said the storms downed many limbs and a few trees, mostly on the west and north sides of town. Combs said one tree knocked down a power line at 10th Street and Harrison Avenue, and another tree blocked part of Audrey Lane. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Westphal, Donna Aug 21, 2009
She married Harold Westphal July 2, 1949 in Quincy, and he preceded her in death on October 8, 2005. Surviving is a daughter, Mary Keilty and husband James (Mike) of St. Louis, Mo. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Five Illini ready for U.S. Amateur Aug 21, 2009
In July, he and (Quincy, Ill. Quincy H.S.) advanced to match play at the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship at blistering Norman, Okla. (Fightingillini.com)
Braymen, Wade L. Aug 21, 2009
Wade Leon Braymen, 89, of the Illinois Veteran's Home, formerly of 2502 Oak, Quincy, died Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at the veteran's home ... Survivors include two daughters, Wada Russell of Quincy and Donna Hilgenbrink and her husband Robert of Shiloh; a son, Steve Braymen and his wife Pat of Quincy; a daughter in law, Marsha Prestridge and her husband Mark of Ft. Worth, Texas; seven grandchildren, Laura Bruzan and her husband Vincent of Phoenix, Ariz ... Suzanne Smith of Shiloh, Erica Fulton and... (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
