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News from December 2023

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Home sales in Adams County in week ending Dec. 16

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 23, 2023

There were 10 reported residential sales in Adams County in the week ending Dec. 16, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Quincy Reporter area weekly mass times

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 23, 2023

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

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Did Liberty Community Unit School District 2 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year Math tests?

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 23, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.1% of Liberty Community Unit School District 2 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Payson Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Oct. 19

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 23, 2023

Payson Community Unit School District 1 Board of Education met Thursday, Oct. 19

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Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Liberty Community Unit School District 2 in 2021-22 school year?

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 22, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 39.2% of Liberty Community Unit School District 2 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Tamale-Making is an Illinois Christmas Tradition

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 22, 2023

Tamale making has become a cherished Christmas tradition for many Illinois families. This festive activity brings loved ones together to create delicious treats and celebrate the holiday season. One notable enthusiast of this tradition is Representative Frese, who eagerly participates in the tamale-making festivities.According to the Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans, tamale making has deep roots in the state's Christmas celebrations. It is a time-honored tradition that has been passed down through generations of families. The process involves the careful...

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John Wood Community College Board of Trustees met Oct. 18

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 22, 2023

John Wood Community College Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Oct. 18

Central Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Nov. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 22, 2023

Central Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met Thursday, Nov. 16

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Over 300 New Laws Set to Take Effect in Illinois on Jan. 1, 2024

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 21, 2023

Illinoisans can expect to see more than 300 new laws taking effect on Jan. 1, 2024. These laws cover a wide range of issues, from limiting 2nd Amendment rights to providing increased protections for children, veterans, and first responders.One of the key issues that made headlines during the fall veto session was the Democrats' refusal to extend bipartisan legislation that established higher minimum prison terms for certain crimes. This legislation was set to expire at the end of the year, but Democrat lawmakers blocked its extension. At the same time, Democrats...

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Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 21, 2023

Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees met Thursday, Oct. 16

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Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education met Nov. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 21, 2023

Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education met Wednesday, Nov. 15

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Adams County Board Public Health & Safety Committee met November 14

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

Adams County Board Public Health & Safety Committee met 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 14.

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Community Consolidated School District 181 Board of Education met Oct. 16

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

Community Consolidated School District 181 Board of Education met Monday, Oct. 16

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Southeastern Community Unit School District # 337 Board of Education met Nov. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 20, 2023

Southeastern Community Unit School District # 337 Board of Education met Wednesday, Nov. 15

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John Wood Community College Board of Trustees met Nov. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 19, 2023

John Wood Community College Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Nov. 15

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Mendon Community Unit School District #4 Board of Education met Nov. 15

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 19, 2023

Mendon Community Unit School District #4 Board of Education met Wednesday, Nov. 15

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Report: At Thomas S. Baldwin Elementary School Site 2, Black student rule-breaking rate notably exceeds that of white students

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 18, 2023

Black students, constituting 9.6% or 54 of Thomas S. Baldwin Elementary School Site 2's total student population of 560, accounted for 15 out of the 82 total suspensions (18.3%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per four students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Adams County Board met Nov. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 18, 2023

Adams County Board met Tuesday, Nov. 14

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Adams County Board Transportation, Building & Technology Committee met Nov. 14

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 18, 2023

Adams County Board Transportation, Building & Technology Committee met Tuesday, Nov. 14

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On Sunday, December 17, former Quincy Notre Dame High School standout Amber Durst’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Quincy Reporter | Dec 18, 2023

The John Wood Blazers won 60-54 in their NJCAA game against the Jefferson Vikings on Sunday, December 17.