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JAKE REED
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about spring cleaning and clutter and Ashley learns a fun fact about lice. Then, Sixth Ward Alderman Jake Reed joins in to talk about the issue of abortion (he and Ashley spar a bit), his faith, a new city government administration and why he thinks party politics have a place…

MRM FOR MAY 16
Don’t forget about or Diaper Drive for Covered Bottoms with Refreshment Services Pepsi and Hy-Vee starting today! Here’s Bob Gough and Brittany Boll with Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency.

BEYOND THE BULLRING: THE MARS TOUR
Stevie Dirt takes us to Mars. He’s not Elon Musk, but he gives us all the dirt on the MARS Tour coming to Quincy Raceways Friday night.

QCT’s NEW DIRECTOR AND WHAT’S UP AT TWO RIVERS
Ashley talks to the new director of the Quincy Community Theatre, Ethan Nienaber, and Kathryn McDaniel from Two Rivers about that organization’s expansion.

MAY 14
Scott Richardson is a patent attorney with a background in tech. In “High Tech in the Heartland” he introduces us to the patent process and then a look back at many of the technological and industrial advances that have come from right in our area. This podcast will air twice a month on muddyriver.tv.

BLESSING CLINICAL TRIALS AND EFB COFFEE TALK
Ashley talks to the folks at Blessing Health about clinical trials and then Brittany slides into the DM for some EFB Coffee Talk about navigating the Broadway cones. Ashley apparently failed this task this week.

MINUTES WITH THE MAYOR for May 13
A new segment on Muddy River News that will run each Tuesday to talk about City of Quincy issues. Today, Public Works Director Jeffrey Conte talks to Ashley Conrad about the seemingly constant state of road repairs in the city and how the upcoming closure of Hannibal’s Mark Twain Memorial Bridge will affect Quincy’s Broadway…

DIAPER DRIVE AND MINI-GOLF TOURNAMENT
T Heberlein talks to Ashley about the Golden K Kiwanis mini-golf tournament and then Anita Hanke with Covered Bottoms Diaper Drive discusses this weekend’s Diaper Drive at the Broadway Hy-Vee, sponsored by Hy-Vee, Refreshment Services Pepsi and Muddy River News.
KATHLEEN HELSABECK, QUINCY PUBLIC LIBRARY
MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to the director of the Quincy Public Library about funding, staffing and what the future governance of the facility could look like.
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to representatives from Quincy Medical Group about Mental Health Awareness Month and recognizing signs of issues in grade school kids. Bank of Springfield brings you Business Spotlight.
Ryan Jude Tanner and Jay Krottinger
From the lights of Broadway to the heart of Quincy, Ryan Jude Tanner and Jay Krottinger are building more than productions—they’re building legacy. This episode takes you inside their bold, creative world of Tanninger entertainment. We chat about a new documentary out on Prime, their many celebrity encounters, and how they manage to juggle their…

MRM FOR MAY 9
News, weather and sports all from Muddy River News. Muddy River Mornings is driven by Hess Auto Agency.

MIKE SHULL
When you get information, are you positive it’s the right information? When you think you’re sure about something, do you look first at the club to which you belong? Mike Shull examines the different components of news reality and tells Frankie what he thinks about Joe Rogan listeners.
THE MISINFORMATION MAZE AND DOB WITH THE BBB
Quincy University Professor Brian Nolan talks to Ashley about his book The Misinformation Maze: Learn to Decode the Lies and Navigate the Digital Age Effectively, which helps people understand how to survive and thrive in today’s digital landscape and to be better at dealing with misinformation in our modern world. Then Don O’Brien with the Better…
AMERICAN LEGION POKER RUN AND EFB COFFEE TALK
Ashley gets the details of the Hannibal American Legion’s Poker Run and then Brittany slides into the DM for EFB Coffee Talk to discuss Mayor Linda Moore’s first City Council meeting and the partisan attitudes that still prevail.

CITY OF REFUGE SYMPHONY AND FARMERS MARKET IS BACK
Nathan Seaman stops by to talk about the upcoming City of Refuge Symphony to recognize Quincy’s acceptance of the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Then Brittany chats with Brianna Rivera about The District’s “Farmers Market” which has started again in Washington Park, except for THIS Saturday as it is being…

SUNDAY SITDOWN WITH NATE AND KATY FOR MAY 4
Nate and Katy from Luxe Health and Wellness Spa are in for another Sunday Sitdown to talk about the most popular procedures and what bugs Katy about Nate. Luxe Health and Wellness brings you the Sunday Sitdown.

MAY TIDINGS
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about MRN’s four-year journey and the future. Also, the transition of the mayor’s office and balancing news coverage.
MRM for May 2
Getting you ready for Dogwood Weekend with Bob Gough and Brittany Boll. News, weather and SPORTS! Speaking of sports, R&R Golf’s Ray Weast gives Brittany her first golf lesson. No animals were harmed during this experiment.

Shingles anybody?
Parental discretion is advised. Do you know anyone who has ever had shingles? Klitz explains how painful it is, while pontificating about the deceased Pope. Frankie hammers home the ridiculousness of fast food prices and Klitz reminds Frankie that everyone is going to get cancelled.

BLESSING SELF CENTER AND DOB WITH THE BBB
Ashley finds out what the Blessing BEST Self Center is and Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau stops by to talk about Real ID scams.

DOGWOOD WITH THE QUINCY ART CENTER AND WHAT IS AN ORDINANCE VIOLATION?
Ashley finds out the dish on what the Quincy Art Center is doing for Dogwood weekend and Mike Seaver with the City of Quincy joins EFB Coffee Talk to discuss ordinance violations and how the come about.

YMCA SUMMER CAMP AND PETS OF THE WEEK
Ashley gets the details on how to get your kids signed up for this year’s YMCA Summer Camp then the Quincy Humane Society brings not one, but two huskies in for you to adopt!

NUTRITION HQ
MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Tyler Holt with Nutrition HQ about healthy supplements and you don’t have to be a bodybuilder to take them. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.

JUSTIN COFFEY
What is happening with these crazy up and down markets? What is happening with these tariffs? How did the United States fund itself before the income tax? Dr. Coffey explains the history to Frankie Muprhy-Giesing.

APRIL AZOTEA
Fresh off her big win in the Hannibal Ward 2 primary, April Azotea joins Ashley and Brittany to talk about the race and some news about her future career outside of politics.

MRM for April 25
Get ready for your weekend with Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency. News, weather and sports from the Muddy River crew.
THE LORENZO BULL HOUSE AT DOGWOOD AND DOB WITH THE BBB
It’s almost Dogwood weekend and the Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House are welcoming the community to come visit. Ashley talks about that and then Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau as the latest scams perpetuated by scoundrels, scalawags and scofflaws.
TERESA ADAMS HOUSE AND YA CAHN’T PAHK YA CA IN YA YAHD
Ashley finds out the latest with the Teresa Adams House which supports families with sick patients at Blessing Hospital and then Brittany and Mackenzie Vallee join EFB Coffee Talk to discuss Mackenzie’s monster truck and why she can no longer park it in her yard at 30th and Maine.
Areas of Sexpertise: The April edition of “Ask Leah”
This project is in partnership with Heming Sexual Wellness Clinic. Have a topic you’d like us to cover or questions you’d like an expert’s feedback on? We want to hear from you. Submit your questions and requests 100 percent anonymously at this link. MRN’s Aspen Gengenbacher and Leah Heming of the Heming Sexual Wellness Clinic discuss sexual…

DOT STEM GRANTS AND MOM AND ME TEA
If you are a school looking for STEM dollars, apply for this grant by May 1 . Over the past two years, Dot Foods has worked with educators across the region to deliver teacher training and support hands-on STEM learning. This new grant program expands that effort by helping schools launch or grow projects that engage…

QFD CHIEF STEVE SALRIN
MRN’s David Adam talks to Quincy Fire Chief Steve Salrin about his new position and the rash of fires in vacant buildings around the city.

MACKENZIE FINLEA
Mackenzie Finlea is guest directing at Quincy Community Theatre this summer and has experience in several technical theatre roles. MRN’s Ron Kinscherf’s talks to her about her experiences. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.

SARAH DEIEN
Sarah Deien stops by to talk about the great work Hannibal’s Reidel Foundation does for non-profits. We also touch on the state of local media and politics with the former news anchor. Brittany, Bobby and Ashley also discuss sports complexes and Easter, which is Brittany’s favorite high holy day … especially this year falling on…

MRM for April 18, 2025
Happy Good Friday! News, weather and sports all coming up on Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency.

MEET ANNIE C. RELLER
Meet the newest Muddy Buddy: Annie C. Reller. She’s from Seattle and she’ll be interning for Muddy River News for a couple of months. Ashley finds out a little bit about Annie.

EFB COFFEE TALK AND WHAT IS THE AAUW?
Judy Taylor stops by to tell Ashley all about the American Association of University Women and what the organization does. Then, Brittany slides into the DM for some EFB Coffee Talk about women in space as a group of celebs return from their Blue Origin flight.

Clarity Healthcare and recognizing QHS Grads
Ashley gets an update from our friends at Clarity Healthcare and then the Quincy Public Schools Foundation rolls out its 2025 graduation congratulations signs

Bishop Paprocki
As Holy Week begins, MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of the Diocese of Springfield about the Catholic Church and its place in today’s world.
SUMMY TIRE
MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Chad Smith about Summy Tire as the business celebrates its 40th Anniversary. Mercantile Bank brings you Business Spotlight.
JEFF DORSEY
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about civility in the world of social media commentary and how it seems to be lacking. Can we help clean it up? Then, Jeff Dorsey comes in to talk about the responsibility of voting, thoughts about running for office and how the media landscape has changed since he came to…

MRM for April 11
A recap of the week’s events and a look ahead. It’s Muddy River mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency.

SAM DANCER
Frankie has another visit with Sam Dancer to talk about health, fitness and spirituality.

NATIONAL TOM SAWYER DAYS AND DOB WITH THE BBB
The Hannibal Jaycees are getting ready for this year’s National Tom Sawyer Days and Ashley gets the scoop. Then Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau scares Ashley with the latest scams that she may or may not fall for.

RON KINSCHERF AND EFB COFFEE TALK
Ron Kinscherf updates us on his latest children’s book and talks about the process of becoming an author. Then Ashley and Brittany open up the latest can of EFB Coffee Talk.

Quincy’s History and the Masons
These are two separate topics for those wondering. Rob Mellon, the director of the Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County, stops by then Steve O’Dear, Jr. lets us know what is happening with our local Masons.

LUXE SUNDAY SITDOWN APRIL 6
Nate and Katy give you some great information from Luxe Health and Wellness Spa this week. So what is the difference between Botox and filler?

LINDA MOORE
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the mayor’s race then they hear from the winner herself — Mayor-elect Linda Moore

MRM April 4, 2025
Today’s edition of Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency. Interviews, news, weather, sports and Brittany’s hair!
APRIL 3 2025
Probably needs to be a parental guidance warning on this one. Josh has schwetty parts and Frankie is dry and scaly, according to reports.