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Illinois Senate prioritizes veterans and charities through new legislation

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

State Senator Jil Tracy has succeeded in advancing two legislative measures aimed at improving access to services for veterans and charitable organizations in smaller Illinois communities.

Adams County saw 12.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 22.4% of income in Adams County, a 12.8% surge from 9.6% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

Adams County residents paid 30th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

Adams County residents paid $663,549 in sales taxes, the 30th highest total paid per county in January.

How many students were enrolled in Adams County in 2023-24 school year?

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 3, 2025

Enrollment numbers in Adams County schools fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Q4 2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Adams County?

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

There were 25 offenders living in Adams County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by Quincy Reporter.

Adams County residents pay $244,639 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

In January, Adams County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

$132,131 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Adams County

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

In January, Adams County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Adams County collects $286,779 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By Quincy Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

In January, Adams County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

2 new registered sex offenders living in Adams County in week ending March 16

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 30, 2025

There are two new registered sex offenders living in Adams County in the week ending March 16, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.

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Quincy Reporter area weekly mass times

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 29, 2025

The following parishes in the Quincy Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

U.S. Rep. Miller on Keep Our Girls Safe Act: 'No girl should ever be put in an unsafe or uncomfortable situation'

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

Mary Miller, a representative for Illinois Congressional District 15, said that President Trump and his administration are defending the privacy of children nationwide.

Proposed bills and contests highlight Illinois Senate’s recent activities

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

Democratic lawmakers in Springfield have proposed Senate Bill 2254, which would permit convicted sex offenders to live closer to schools, playgrounds, and childcare facilities than currently allowed.

Adams County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

Municipal officials in Adams County — including mayors, village board members, and school board members — are on the ballot on April 1, the first Tuesday in April.

U.S. Rep. Miller: ‘Tariffs are working and bringing huge investments into the United States’

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 25, 2025

Mary Miller, the U.S. Representative for Illinois' 15th Congressional District, expressed support for the Trump administration's tariffs, stating they are "bringing huge investments into the United States."

U.S. Rep. Bost: Few issues have stirred passions of 'local boaters, fishermen and recreationists' more than decision to drain Little Grassy Lake

By Quincy Reporter | Mar 24, 2025

Mike Bost, a representative for Illinois' 12th Congressional District, said he has been "in constant contact with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials" and has requested a tour of the Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge to assess the impact of the...

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Illinois Senate prioritizes veterans and charities through new legislation

Adams County saw 12.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

Adams County residents paid 30th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

How many students were enrolled in Adams County in 2023-24 school year?

Q4 2024 Parolees Recap: Who was paroled in Adams County?

Adams County residents pay $244,639 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in January

$132,131 in County Sales Tax collected in January for Adams County

Adams County collects $286,779 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

2 new registered sex offenders living in Adams County in week ending March 16

Quincy Reporter area weekly mass times

U.S. Rep. Miller on Keep Our Girls Safe Act: 'No girl should ever be put in an unsafe or uncomfortable situation'

Proposed bills and contests highlight Illinois Senate’s recent activities

Adams County Consolidated Election Day is coming up on April 1

U.S. Rep. Miller: ‘Tariffs are working and bringing huge investments into the United States’

U.S. Rep. Bost: Few issues have stirred passions of 'local boaters, fishermen and recreationists' more than decision to drain Little Grassy Lake

Illinois lawmakers urge IHSA clarity; homeschoolers protest; anti-trafficking bill advances

The Registry shows no new sex offenders living in Adams County as of March 9

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Adams County in week ending Mar. 15?

Quincy Reporter area weekly mass times

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Adams County in week ending Mar. 15

Q4 2024 Recap: 4 parolees from Adams County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

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