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WIU president visits JWCC Southeast Education Center - WGEM

WIU president visits JWCC Southeast Education Center

WIU President Kristi Mindrup was able to meet with community members and school representatives to talk about resources available at the Pittsfield campus.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Grayson found guilty for Massey murder

Grayson found guilty for Massey murder – Muddy River News

A Peoria County jury found former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson guilty Oct. 29 of second-degree murder, deciding that he mistakenly believed he was justified in shooting and killing...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Grayson Found Guilty of 2nd Degree Murder, Not Guilty of 1st Degree Murder

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 11h

Section of Old US ROute 36 will Honor Winchester Special Agent

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 12h

One person dead in crash at 14th and Jefferson Streets in Quincy

One person dead in crash at 14th and Jefferson Streets in Quincy – Muddy River News

Coroner witholding identification until family notification is complete QUINCY–The Adams County Coroner was dispatched to 14th and Jefferson Streets in Quincy around 9:30 am on Wednesday following a...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 13h

Missouri man dies in jail awaiting trial in 2023 Pike County robbery

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 13h

Santa Zephyr Express marks eighth year as a beloved holiday tradition

Santa Zephyr Express marks eighth year as a beloved holiday tradition – Muddy River News

On Friday, Dec. 5, Santa will travel aboard the Zephyr from Quincy to Macomb, departing Quincy at 5:30 p.m. and arriving in Macomb at approximately 6:17 p.m. During

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 15h

Silicon-Carbon Batteries Are Taking Mobile Phone Battery Life to a Whole New Level

Silicon-Carbon Batteries Are Taking Mobile Phone Battery Life to a Whole New Level – Muddy River News

Few things are quite as annoying as a dying phone during a busy day, wouldn’t you agree? Whether it’s checking local happenings, navigating your daily route, or snapping pics at a festival, that low-battery...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 15h

MU Extension expands food waste reduction program in rural Missouri

MU Extension expands food waste reduction program in rural Missouri – Muddy River News

The “Freeze It!” program responds to this challenge by empowering rural families to better manage their meals and reduce waste through strategies like meal planning,

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Hobgoblins may still lurk, but no Sabbats

At Halloween we think about ghosts and goblins and strange things that go bump in the night, but there’s one of those spooky phenomena that we don’t have to worry about anymore. A memoir written about...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

lexander Landry named J.H. Williams Middle School’s Student of the Year

Alexander Landry is J.H. Williams Middle School’s 2025 - 2026 Student of the Year! Alexander’s outstanding academic achievements are matched by his passion for cultural enrichment through Lache Pas,...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Cecil Picard Elementary Student of the Year

Cecil Picard Elementary is proud to announce their 2025-2026 Student of the Year — Ridge Ramsey. We are incredibly proud of Ridge for his hard work, leadership, and outstanding character. He truly represents...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Abbeville Womens Club disaster relief efforts following July 4th Texas flood

The Woman's Club of Abbeville contributed to the disaster relief efforts following the flood disaster that occurred in Kerr County, Texas on the Fourth of July 2025. The club donated cleaning supplies...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 16h

Frances Toups Pere’

November 18, 1937 ~ October 25, 2025 ABBEVILLE- A Memorial Mass honoring the life of Frances Toups Pere,’ 87, who passed away on October 25, 2025, will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church,...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

Dennis LeBlanc, Jr.

August 15, 1949 ~ October 25, 2025 ABBEVILLE — It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis LeBlanc, Jr., who left us peacefully on October 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on August...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

DAILY DIRT: All aboard! Next stop is Big Ass Lake in Nova Scotia

DAILY DIRT: All aboard! Next stop is Big Ass Lake in Nova Scotia – Muddy River News

Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2025 I hear Hooker is a nice place to visit this time of the year in Oklahoma … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,444 of The Daily Dirt. 1....

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 17h

QND All-District Musicians to perform Saturday at WIU

QND All-District Musicians to perform Saturday at WIU – Muddy River News

The selected students will perform in Western Hall at Western Illinois University on Saturday, Nov. 1.Two students were also selected to participate in the All-District

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Hannibal McDonald’s now requiring adults accompany customers under 16

Hannibal McDonald's now requiring adults accompany customers under 16 – Muddy River News

Identification may be required to prove age HANNIBAL – The general manager at the McDonald’s, 4407 McMasters Avenue, said the restaurant was forced to put a parental or guardian requirement on customers...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Quincy realtor invites public to Halloween parking lot party at 48th and Broadway today, 4:30 – 7 p.m.

Quincy realtor invites public to Halloween parking lot party at 48th and Broadway today, 4:30 - 7 p.m. – Muddy River News

Gift card giveaways, face painting, and hair tinsel QUINCY – Ghosts and goblins and every trick-or-treater in between are invited to join in the fun at the “Parking Lot Party” in the parking lot...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

Missouri farmer adjusts to life with alpha-gal syndrome

Missouri farmer adjusts to life with alpha-gal syndrome – Muddy River News

The DeVaults discovered animal byproducts in unsuspecting places such as sugar and bottled water, both of which can be processed with bone char from cattle to remove

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 18h

The Hort Report: Saving seeds

The Hort Report: Saving seeds – Muddy River News

Saving seeds will help you save money year to year. You can have fun by cross pollinating different vegetables and flowers like Laura and I do. Hope you so plan on saving

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

QPD Blotter for Oct. 27, 2025

QPD Blotter for Oct. 27, 2025 – Muddy River News

Jason D. Holford, 49, of Quincy for Interfering. 126Marqueal E. Churchill, 30, of Quincy for home invasion in the 1100 block of Payson. Lodged 113/126Cody M. Stephens, 29, of Quincy for driving while...

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

HPD Blotter for Oct. 27, 2025

HPD Blotter for Oct. 27, 2025 – Muddy River News

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Presentation by David Getz Thursday, Nov. 6, to focus on keeping statistics, not grades

Presentation by David Getz Thursday, Nov. 6, to focus on keeping statistics, not grades – Muddy River News

hosted through WIU, invites educators to challenge traditional grading systems and explore how statistics-based assessment can transform performance-based classrooms.

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West Central Connected @wcentralconnected.bsky.social · 19h

Brown County Sheriff’s Department Blotter for Oct. 7-25, 2025

Brown County Sheriff's Department Blotter for Oct. 7-25, 2025 – Muddy River News

The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity: TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: Unless stated, no injuries were reported and damage to the vehicle was over $1500.00. 10/07/2025:James A. Hapke,...

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