The stories of Adams County, IL
8 narrated audio stories from across Adams County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
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When Quincy Faced the River
How a river city defended its lifeline in the flood of 1993.
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When Freedom Reached Quincy’s Door
A Quincy doctor’s arrest became a freedom case with national echoes.
Washington Square
An Afternoon at Washington Square
In Quincy, a Senate debate became a national turning point.
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From Quincy to the Supreme Court
A local antislavery case revealed the price of helping freedom seekers.
John Wood Mansion
The House John Wood Built
An octagonal home that reflects Quincy’s early ambitions and one governor’s imprint.
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When Quincy Opened the Riverbank
A frontier town meets a refugee crisis with practical mercy.
Villa Kathrine
A Moorish Dream Above the Mississippi
How an unexpected villa gave Quincy one of its boldest landmarks.
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Where Winter Opens for Eagles
On Quincy’s riverfront, winter turns the Mississippi into an eagle stage.
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