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The two candidates for Quincy's mayoral race faced off on a number of issues Thursday evening.Dozens packed the First Christian Church in Quincy for a League of Women Voters debate. Democratic Incumbent John Spring and Republican challenger Dave Bellis answered a number of questions from panelists and the audience, ranging from how to keep the city's economy strong to improving race relations.

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Mercantile Bank granting wishes for local teachers

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