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Wednesday, May 22, 2013  TriState school districts have been hit hard this year with budget cuts. Classrooms have lost staff, supplies and extra curricular activities. But one Quincy bank is doing its part to make up for the cash that's been cut. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shows you how Mercantile Bank is granting teachers' wishes.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Three types of background checks would be required if bill passes.

Friday, April 05, 2013  A group of students from Hereford Germany make a stop at Blessed Sacrament in Quincy to continue the sister city exchange tradition.

Monday, March 18, 2013  Due to low funding in the Quincy Public School District, many teachers are laid off for the summer, and may be rehired in the fall. This year, there was a sigh of relief.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn says he's submitting the "most difficult" budget he's ever had to since he took office.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Quincy High reaping big rewards from setting high standards in the classroom.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Illinois' largest public employees' union says a strike is a real possibility.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  Teachers make move to improve student focus by ditching desk chairs in favor of yoga balls

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Faculty members recently filed notice off intent to strike.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Clark County school upgrade computer technology to improve educational opportunities for students.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Teachers would also get special gun related training.

Friday, January 25, 2013  Study Island program helps instill personal responsibility

Friday, January 25, 2013  Proponents say it helps give victims a voice and prevent future incidents of sexual assault and abuse.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  New iPads enhance learning opportunites for kids in Clark County.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Deal reached after nine-hour negotiation session avoids first strike in union's 50 years.