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Wednesday, June 12, 2013  Using voice commands to send text messages and emails from behind the wheel, which is marketed as a safer alternative for drivers, actually is more distracting and dangerous than simply talking on a cellphone, a new AAA study found.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  A former Adams County inmate was itching to get out of jail literally.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  The crash occurred at approximately 12:35 p.m. on Argyle Road.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  One Quincy student is adding some color to the historical district in the form of a giant mural at 8th and Jefferson.

Friday, May 31, 2013  Make sure you take action so you can avoid mold damage in your home.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  The Grainery in Payson Illinois has developed an international business relationship with a Japanese businessman and antiques from the area are being shipped overseas to Japan.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Some Quincy residents are taking a proactive stance against crime.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Although it may not look like it outside, it is summer time, and the perfect time to get out to a baseball game.

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Josephine Burkey, 85, thought she was on her way to CPR training Thursday morning. It turns out she was walking into a room full of EMS workers that were thanking her for her service.

Friday, May 10, 2013  A group of Drury University students have presented a plan for a demonstration house that supporters hope could help make Joplin a model of environmentally sound rebuilding from disasters.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  The Quincy-based hospital joins the group of four Midwestern health systems in a move that CEOs say will reduce costs and allow the health systems to better share information.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Hannibal residents will see utility rates go up in the coming months.

Sunday, May 05, 2013  One of Mayor-Elect Kyle Moore's choices for a city department head withdrew from consideration for the position.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Company managed by Alderman Paul Havermale owed nearly $750,000 in back taxes between 2001 and 2011.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  Five Springfield residents are in the Adams County Jail accused of stealing from a Quincy store.