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Quincy announces plans to transform St. Boniface Church into shrine honoring Father Augustus Tolton

A picture of a sign outside of St. Bonifus Church.

Plans to transform St. Boniface Church into a shrine honoring Father Augustus Tolton were officially announced April 29 in Quincy, marking a major step in preserving the legacy of a figure whose impact continues to resonate. Led by Bishop Thomas John Paprocki and supported by local leaders, the project aims to create a lasting space for reflection, education, and pilgrimage while launching a community-wide fundraising effort.

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Local Coffee Shop Experiment Reveals Surprising Tastes

Ninety percent of college students regularly consume coffee to stay focused. An experiment in Quincy, Illinios, revealed students couldn’t identify coffee from local shops. Even an employee guessed wrong. A student, despite preferring one shop, was surprised by another’s coffee. The lesson: don’t judge coffee by the brand.

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Quincy Community celebrates first “Generations of Jazz” concert

The inaugural “Generations of Jazz” concert at John Wood Community College brought together jazz bands from QU, JWCC, Quincy Junior High School, and PMO, showcasing musical diversity and unity. The event aimed to inspire and engage students in music, fostering a connection between generations of jazz enthusiasts in Quincy.

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