Muddy River News

Frankie talks to Brian Richards, who also has children in the Quincy parochial school system, about the reorganization efforts and Frankie being a bad Catholic. Hey, he’s self-identifying here.

Don O’Brien from the Better Business Bureau talks about crypto scams.

Ashley and Brittany head to Celebrations to tell us who the Birthday of the Month winner is and then they have a little EFB Coffee Talk on the road.

Ashley Conrad talks to Ryan Roberts about the YWCA’s “Voice for all Women” event, then Bob Gough joins her to talk about local political events and demonstrations and how each sides extreme flanks are making the middle bigger.

The incoming executive director of the Quincy Family YMCA talks about the Y’s importance to the community and building a culture. Curtis Sethaler takes roles that have an impact on children as he looks to build community.

Alec Askey of Warehouse Bargains talks about buying product for their six stores across Illinois and Iowa. The massive inventory is constantly changing and provides many options for shoppers. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

The Club Muddy buddies have a discussion about college and it’s changing course after JWCC’s partnership announcement with SIU-Carbondale. Then Julie Floyd from Floyd’s 104 Bar and Grill in Meredosia joins the ladies to discuss their experiences in the food and bar industry and how it has changed through the years. If you don’t have…

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Catie Doyle Dancer of Doyle Manufacturing about working with family and integrating a family culture throughout the entire 230 employee operation in Palmyra, Mo. She also talks about trying her hand at acting in California before coming back home and realizing home was a great place to be. A&B Properties brings…

Bob Gough sits in for Ashley and he’s here for the bier … and the brats. No lederhosen, please. But you can attend Oktoberfest sponsored by Quincy Rotary on Sept. 28. Also, he talks with Laura Wiegand with Blessing Hospital about sepsis. It’s not a fun topic, but it is important because it can be…

Brittany talks to members of the MDW Crue about this weekend’s golf benefit for suicide awareness then Bob Gough sits in for EFB Coffee Talk to discuss the vetting and handling of sensitive news tips.

Ashley talks to her Aunt Amy and Pilar Brumbaugh about the Quincy Humane Society’s Mutt Strut and then JoAnn Witte stops by to remind people how to utilize the Gene Grawe Fund to assist with Catholic education tuition.

Adams County Board Chairman Kent Snider and Sheriff Tony Grootens sit down with MRN’s J. Robert Gough to discuss their plan to place school resource officers from the sheriff’s department into the county schools.

A South African skydiving retired Air Force officer who travels the country in a monster RV with his wife and is based out of Quincy? And he acts and plays chess? Why that sounds interesting as Hell, doesn’t it? Watch Frankie Murphy-Giesing’s interview with Charles Whitcomb.

Ashley and Brittany get their wish as the outspoken Steve Homan joins the Club. Before that, Bobby, Brittany and Ashley talk about the controversial Quincy Catholic Schools reorganization plan and the return of the Gem City Concert Series.

Ashley talks to the people getting ready for the Quincy Public Library’s Big Read. Then, she introduces us to Steven Fuller, who was recognized at this week’s Quincy City Council meeting for his actions in helping someone who was in dire need of assistance.

Ashley gets the latest on Douglass Community Services with Katie Dexheimer, then she and Brittany break down three things on this week’s EFB Coffee Talk.

Ashley’s back on the air and she tells you how you can help new parents by contributing to the diaper bank. Then the parents can enjoy all of their kids’ deposits. Then, she gets us caught up on the Field of Heroes program.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Max and Sara Semenick from Deeper Roots Counseling about joint marriage and relationship counseling. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Ryan Thurm, hailing from Wisconsin, is the pharmacist of Blessing’s ER. He is married and interested in maximizing the liberties and freedoms of all Quincians.

Brittany Boll pinch-hits for Ashley Conrad today. She talks with Good Samaritan Home’s Nathan Halfpap about the United Heart Family Fest and hears about bait-and-switch scams from Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau.

Brittany Boll and Bret Austin discuss local politics and how non-partisan issues devolve into partisan fights, which leads to a discuss on do we really need party politics in local government? As the old saying goes “there ain’t no Republican or Democrat way to fill a pothole.”    

Dawn Whitcomb with the The Behind The Mask Committee, who is hosting a suicide awareness fundraiser for the Adams County Suicide Prevention Coalition, talks about the event. September is Suicide Awareness month.

Jennifer Young of Mr. K’s Fabric Shop stops by to talk about this well-established, long-time local business that is celebrating its grand re-opening on Sept. 13 and 14. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.  

Frankie goes down the rabbit hole this week in a Zoom interview. At times, the signal dropped, but when Green Beret and attorney, Ivan Raiklin, began rattling off his agenda, we began a crazy ride. Ivan can be found on X and Substack. Thanks to Jason Langston of Quincy for the hook up. A&B Properties…

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany discuss getting high … by going into space. What did you think I meant? Also, the impact of a big-time new employer coming to Quincy. What’s the downside?

Ashley talks to Jenna Hull and Kate Kimber with United Way of Adams County about the Dolly Parton Imagination Station and then Adams County Democratic Party Chair Kate Daniels talks about her experience at last week’s Democratic National Convention.

Bob talks to Dr. George Crickard of Quincy Medical Group about the newest in knee and hip replacement technology and how it has advanced in his more than 25 years of practice. Then, we go to Ashley and Brittany on the scene for EFB Coffee Talk at Celebrations to give us the Birthday of the…

Brittany talks to Brianna Rivera of The District about the upcoming Downtown Quincy Feast. She also chats with Steven Peters, a Quincy firefighter who is making an appearance as a contestant on the television program “American Ninja Warrior”.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Ryan Seeland of Relax Quincy Spas about the pool and spa business and the changes he has seen in more than 25 years in the business. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business spotlight.

Ashley and Brittany fangirl hard over this lawyer, journalist, mom, wife and homesteader who lives in Marion County and has a business relationship with a member of a certain family who is a political dynasty. Bobby wanted to talk political conventions, but the ladies hate everyone so that didn’t go far.

Brennan Hills ran for mayor of Quincy four years ago. So what has he been doing since then? And how does he view his activism? Frankie Murphy-Giesing asks. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Ashley talks to Erica Anders of Hollister-Whitney as the company announces a scholarship partnership with Muddy River News. Don O’Brien from the Better Business Bureau is also in to talk about brushing scam. Nothing to do with teeth or hair, though.

Ashley talks to members of the Hannibal Jaycees about their Adopt-A-Family program and then Brittany slides into the DM to spill the tea on EFB’s Coffee Talk.

Ashley talks to the folks from the Adams County Health Department about the syphilis cases that are spiking in Adams County. She also chats with Tracy Bugh about how you can be a mentor in the Quincy Public Schools.

The winner of the Republican primary for Ralls County Sheriff joins MRN’s J. Robert Gough. He has no Democratic opponent or a write-in as of yet, so it looks like he’ll be the county’s next sheriff. We talk about his law enforcement philosophy and working with other agencies.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Josh Moore with ProRider, a motorcycle training school that recently opened a location in Quincy.

Aspen Gengenbacher takes a ride on the Muddy River with Ashley and Brittany and Bobby tries out the producer’s chair.

Quincy Brewing Company, The District, The Sixth Street Project, The Riverfront Saga, CrossFit … what else does Tieraney Craig do? Frankie Murphy-Giesing finds out … and she brought beer. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Ashley talks to Veronica Roth Phillips with Blessing Health’s bariatric department about the process of weight loss and health and then Suzanne Ellerbrock stops by to talk about Quincy Rotary’s upcoming Bourbon and Popcorn event.

No, Ashley and Brittany aren’t on the playground, but Ashley is talking to the folks at Teeter Toddlers Daycare about childcare in Quincy. Then Brittany is all jacked up on EFB Coffee to talk about the latest buzz around Town for Coffee Talk.

MRN Publisher J. Robert Gough talks about the company’s mission, growth and focus.

Ashley talks to Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau who warns us about fake sports streaming sites, which are even more prevalent as people go trying to find ways to watch and listen to their local sports teams. This is even more important with local radio’s abdication of carrying high school sports. Ashley also…

Professor Chad DeWaard of Culver-Stockton College talks about the national political landscape after a tumultuous last few weeks (Months? Years?).

The business formerly known as “Gifts by Grawe” has a new name and MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Katharine Adrian about the change and the company’s future. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Dax Fohey from Town & Country Inn and Suites gets an invite to The Club to talk about the local hotel and hospitality industry. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the Olympics and Bobby and Brittany gush over the Deadpool/Wolverine movie in spoiler-free fashion.

Tina Womack from Blessing Health talks about the importance of breastfeeding and explains how to make it an easier process. Then, Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau talks about how scammers go after college kids as they head back to campus.

James Orenthal Patterson and Andrew Matthew Wellman slide into the DM to promote the Muddy River Engraving/Crosstown Showdown Fundraiser for QND/QHS football at The Scoreboard on August 24. Brittany then has to settle for seconds (thirds?) in the DM with a little EFB Coffee Talk.

Ashley talks to Kala Breder about an upcoming fundraiser to help those who suffer from traumatic births and how you can help.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Gary Harpole about Heartland Lodge, which has more to offer people than just places to hunt. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany discuss a study that shows how Illinoisans incorporate alcohol into their relationships. Then, Beth Duesterhaus talks about her hookah lounge in downtown Quincy, starting a business and dealing with grief.