Hannibal student wins best of show in Quincy Art Center's high school art competition
January 28, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — The winners of the 48th annual High School Student Art Competition at the Quincy Art Center recently were announced. Submission for the competition was open to high school artists in grades 9-12 from 20 counties. One hundred works of art were selected from those submitted for the Art Center’s latest exhibit. The juror…
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Everly Brothers tribute group to perform Jan. 30 at Roland Fine Arts Center
January 26, 2022 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s 2021-22 concert season continues on Jan. 30 with a group paying tribute to the Everly Brothers at 7:30 p.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Without a season or patron membership, tickets are $25 for adults and $5 for students.…
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Coloring book featuring Quincy's iconic buildings available on Amazon books
January 24, 2022 | By Muddy River News
‘Colorful Quincy: Quincy, Illinois Coloring Book’ by Robert Turek combines historical elements along with hand-drawn illustrations of Quincy’s iconic buildings. Single sheet coloring pages featuring well-known places, together with famous people from Quincy, are perfect for coloring enthusiasts and Quincy history lovers. Quincy, Illinois, January 5, 2022/ Robert Turek withHistory in the Heartland,announces the release…
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Mural titled 'Native Spirits' recently completed on wall of Hannibal building
January 23, 2022 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Local artist and educator Stephen Schisler recently completed a mural, titled “Native Spirits,” on thenorth-facing wall at the back of 113 S. Main, which offers a Broadway-facing view in the 200 block of Broadway.The project was a partnership between the Hannibal Arts Council and the Rotary Club of Hannibal. “I wanted to…
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Eight couples to compete for mirror ball trophy at Dancing with the Local Stars fundraiser on Feb. 4
January 23, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Eight couples of local “celebrities” will perform before hundreds of spectators while trying to impress judges at the 12th annual Dancing with the Local Stars fundraiser at the Ambiance, 5225 Koch’s Lane, on Feb. 4. The event benefits Cornerstone: Foundations for Families, a nonprofit mental health counseling agency. The event starts with a…
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Hannibal Area String Orchestra looks for new members as it prepares for Feb. 5 concert
January 21, 2022 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Area String Orchestra is looking for new members. The orchestra will begin rehearsing Feb. 5 for its spring 2022 concert. The theme this year is nature. Practices are on Saturday mornings at the Hannibal-LaGrange University’s Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road. Beginning string orchestra, under the direction of Katie…
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Boland to be honored at this year's Dancing with Local Stars
January 20, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Cornerstone will honor Ann Boland as its Humanitarian of the Year at this year’s edition of Dancing with Local Stars. Boland has worked as a drug and alcohol prevention specialist, bus driver and served on committees for the Quincy School Board and the Quincy Public School Foundation. She is a past Board Member…
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Grants distributed to help kids, honor Samantha Otte’s life and legacy
January 18, 2022 | By Muddy River News
Nearly $50,000 distributed to support local programs for youth opportunities Twenty-one local nonprofit organizations received grants in Samantha Otte’s memory that will benefit hundreds of area youth for artistic, leadership, and humanitarian efforts. The grants, totaling an annual fund record of nearly $50,000, were distributed from the Samantha Otte Youth Opportunity Fund with the Community…
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Quincy, Camp Point students win Young Artists Competition
January 18, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Preston Trinh, violin, and Ashlan Tullock, xylophone, are the winners of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association’s 67th annual Martha McCrory Young Artists Competition. The competition, open to 10th through 12th graders, was held Dec. 18 at First Union Congregational Church in Quincy. The winning musicians will receive a cash prize and perform as…
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JWCC Heath Center Art Gallery to be host of art show, reception by Steinkamp
January 13, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — The John Wood Community College Heath Center Art Gallery is the host of a show of artwork by John Steinkamp through Feb. 18. Steinkamp is a self-taught oil painter who has worked with advertising agencies, television stations, non-profit organizations and entrepreneurs. In recent years, he has steadily increased his scope to include fine…
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Miller, Smith to lead QND Fund Drive
January 12, 2022 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
Lydia Miller and Scott Smith have been selected as chairpersons of the Quincy Notre Dame Foundation’s 45th Fund Drive which kicks off January 21. The QND Foundation has raised more than $17 million in the past 44 years and exceeded its 2021 goal of $447,500 by more than $124,000.The money raised helps keep tuition affordable…
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Auditions for 'Mame' set for Feb. 7-8 at Quincy Community Theatre
January 9, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Auditions for “Mame” will be held Feb. 7-8 at the Quincy Community Theatre, and performances are April 1-3 and April 7-10. Actors, singers, and dancers are needed to create an eclectic cast of characters. Roles for men and women ages 18 and older, as well as two young boys, include Auntie Mame, a flamboyant…
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QU Gray Gallery to host John and Rudy Gebhardt Art Exhibition
January 7, 2022 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library will host the art exhibition Color Digital Photography with Thematic Carve Frames, featuring works by John Gebhardt from Quincy and Rudy Gebhardt from Argyle, Wis. This free exhibition will take place from Jan. 24 – Feb. 18 and is open to the public. John, a photographer,…
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Quincy Axe Company and QMG Foundation to host fundraising event
January 5, 2022 | By Muddy River News
“Axe of Caring” will assist local non-profits with giving and outreach programs QUINCY — Axe of Caring (Acts of Caring) is Quincy Axe Company’s new giving and outreach program to help support local nonprofits, social service agencies, and religious groups by raising funds and promoting their respective missions. The first event to be held in…
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Ten performers named to cast for QCT production of 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown'
December 28, 2021 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — You know them, you love them, and now you’ll see them live, on stage at Quincy Community Theatre this February! The gang’s all here as Charles Schulz’s beloved Peanuts characters come to life in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” a joyful, Tony Award-winning musical that will be live on stage at Quincy…
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Art for the Health of It exhibit features works by Quincy artist through January 2022
December 24, 2021 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — TheArt For The Health Of Itexhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council’s satellite gallery within the Hannibal Clinic features works by Cherie McLeod through the end of January 2022. McLeod, a native Midwesterner, lives in Quincy, Ill. In the past, McLeod dabbled in metal yard art and rug braiding. In 2001, she began…
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Mid-Century Trees Arty Party set for Friday at Hannibal Arts Council
December 16, 2021 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — AMid-Century TreesArty Party is set for 7 p.m. Friday at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Using choice of colors and composition, participants will create a modern composition of trees inspired by mid-century design using acrylic paint and decoupaged paper on a 12-inch by 12-inch gallery-wrapped canvas. Step-by-step instructions and all…
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Jazz concert set for Dec. 19 at Hannibal Arts Council
December 13, 2021 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. –Warm up with hot jazz at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, on Dec. 19. The performance will feature smooth jazz and holiday favorites with a jazz twist by Hannibal pianist Bill Morrison and guest musicians, including Morrison’s son Marty Morrison on drums, Bennett Wood on saxophone, Tom Byrne on guitar and…
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Senior art and design capstone for C-SC students open at Mabee Art Gallery
December 12, 2021 | By Muddy River News
CANTON, Mo. — The Mabee Art Gallery at Culver-Stockton College was the site of the annual senior art and design capstone show on Dec. 4. The show is on display through Dec. 17 featuring the work of six graphic design students and three K-12 art education students. Seniors showcasing graphic design work are Brandon Collins,…
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Culver-Stockton College set to host annual Choral Christmas Concert
December 9, 2021 | By Muddy River News
CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College welcomes audiences to campus for its annual Christmas Concert on at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Alexander Campbell Auditorium of the Robert W. Brown Performing Arts Center. Performances will include the Collegiate, Concert, and Chamber Choirs, under the direction of Scott Allison, assistant professor of music, with Dylan Marney, associate…
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Hannibal Area String Orchestra Christmas Concert set for Sunday
December 6, 2021 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo.- The Hannibal Area String Orchestra will present their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. in the Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road, Hannibal. The orchestra will play 11 pieces, each with a unique style that is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit. Our selection of…
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UPDATE: Five Quincy Notre Dame students recognized as All-State musicians
December 5, 2021 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Five Quincy Notre Dame students recently were named 2022 All-State musicians by the Illinois Music Education Association. Auditions were held throughout the state at nearly 300 Illinois high schools. Illinois students in grades 10-12 who were selected for the district level ensemble (QND is in District 4) are eligible for All-State.To be considered…
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Hannibal Area String Orchestra to present Christmas concert Dec. 12 at Roland Fine Arts Center
December 5, 2021 | By Muddy River News
HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Area String Orchestra will present its annual Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Dec. 12 in the Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road. The orchestra will play 11 pieces. The selection of Christmas songs are: “Little Drummer Boy” a rhythmic arrangement of a beloved melody. Peaceful, yet energetic this piece…
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Wrapped in Love event on Dec. 11 to use scraps from QCT fabric shop to create quilts
December 4, 2021 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre wants to put its fabric scraps from the costume shop to good use this winter with its Wrapped in Love event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 11 at the theatre, 300 Civic Center Plaza. Scraps will be turned into quilts for people in need of a warm blanket…
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JWCC holiday music concert set for Friday night at Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium
November 30, 2021 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY— Audiences will be treated to a variety of vocal and instrumental selections performed by area students during a holiday music concert presented by John Wood Community College’s fine arts department at 7 p.m. Friday in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium at the JWCC Paul Heath Center, 48th and Harrison. JWCC’s concert choir, band and…
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