Muddy River News

Ron Kinscherf meets with nurse practitioner Heather Leindecker for this week’s version of the Business Spotlight. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you the Business Spotlight.

Ashley and Brittany (Boll) bring aboard another Britney (Buckwalter), a medium who is having a live demonstration at the State Street Theater, 424 S. 8th, Quincy on Friday (today as this is posted), Oct. 25. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 7 pm. Bobby reminds Ashley she was supposed to pick…

God, no we’re not seeing Don O’Brien dance. But Nathan Rose from the Hannibal Area Swing Association talks about how you can learn to dance. Then the BBB guru scares Ashley with the latest ghoulish scams.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to attorney Anthony B. “Tony” Cameron about the political climate, his long career in the military and politics, including his one-time partnership with a former president from Arkansas.

Ashley talks to Chad Walden about the Hannibal Veteran’s Day Parade, which will be on Nov. 9, and then Brittany slides into the DM for some EFB Coffee Talk about the lack of constituent response from some city officials.

Brittany talks to Chrissie Duran with the Quincy Children’s Museum about their upcoming fundraiser. Then, she chats with Craig Kirlin about the iconic Quincy gift store’s new home.  

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany put a bow on the roundabout and hope to never talk about it again. Then, Ashley and Brittany sit with Ann Boland and try to get her to talk about her active and charitable life. This universally-beloved woman has been honored by many groups, but being on Club Muddy probably tops…

Jason McCoy is back to talk to Frankie about the current political climate and the upcoming presidential election.

T Heberlein talks about the Kiwanis Club’s “Night with a Fruitcake” fundraiser then Ashley visits with Britney Buckwalter, a medium that Ashley will probably hire in the not-too-distant future.

Ashley finds out about the Gem City Doves and their Zombie 5K run this Saturday at Bob Mays Park. Then Brittany slides into the DM for a little EFB Coffee Talk about unions and their involvement in political campaigns.

Katherine Roskamp-Ellerbrock stops by to discuss this Friday’s Quincy Museum fundraiser featuring Col. Frank Furr, USAF (Ret.) about his experience in military surveillance. Then, Ashley talks to Kristen Ritterbusch from John Wood Community College about their pathways program.

“Keeping America Safe at 70,000 ft” is the title of a presentation given by Ret. Air Force Colonel F. Furr on October 18 at the Quincy Country Club. His distinguished career in the U.S. intelligence departments promises to provide a fascinating look inside the challenges, accomplishments and history of intelligence gathered from 70,000 feet in…

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Tim and Justin Haubrich from Pam Printers about the printing industry and their role in providing the missals found in many Catholic Church pews on Sundays (or Saturday nights). Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

We talk to Steve Belko, JWCC History/Political Science professor, about the Adams County Bicentennial effort, education and our current political climate.

Aiden McDonnell talks about community involvement, investing and youth sports with Frankie Murphy-Giesing.

Ashley talks to Tom Robbins from Carthage’s Legacy Theater about their Oct. 19 Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood tribute show then Don O’Brien checks in to warn people about hurricane scammers. Yes, scumbags taking advantage of people who have been battered by storms.

Caitlin Foss from Clean Restoration stops by to talk about their Trunk or Treat on October 27. Then, Ashley and Brittany enjoy their EFB Coffee Talk by talking about the differences between news and editorial and opinions from readers. The old “the views expressed here aren’t necessarily those of the management of Muddy River News”…

Lisa Warner tries to talk Ashley into some “High Fitness”, as in high-intensity workouts. Then, Kathie Palmer tells us about the upcoming Fishing for Freedom fundraiser at the Adams County Fairgrounds on Oct. 18-19,

Gracie Woodward stops by to talk about her experience living at Heartland Christian Academy in Shelby County, Missouri and she takes a roadtrip with Brittany Boll back there.

How does one go from sales guy and Hall of Fame broadcaster to writing about the antics of ants? It’s actually an endearing story that Ron Kinscherf, who will be honored at the Quincy Public Library’s Little Read on Saturday, shares with Frankie Murphy-Giesing.

Confused about Medicare these days? Well Hannah McNeff and Julie Duke from Blessing Health stop by to talk to Ashley about the changes and how you can get more information. Also, Julie Waterkotte brings some cool craft items by from the Enchanted Canvas. Just in time as the holidays are approaching.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf will be the guest author at Saturday’s Little Read at the Quincy Public Library. Ron talks to Madeline Brandon from QPL about that and everything else going on in a busy month of October.

Ashley’s talkin’ baseball cards and all kinds of cards and collectibles with Brian Kroeger before the upcoming Gem City Card Show Saturday at the Knights of Columbus. Then she and Brittany settle in for a little EFB Coffee Talk.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to the men in charge of the City of Quincy’s Planning Department to get an update on where the Riverfront project stands from their perspective.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Ashley Stroot, a midwife at Quincy Medical Group. You thought midwives were only in old westerns or small towns. That’s not the case. Ashley talks about how she helps women get through pregnancy and childbirth. Rober and Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about this week’s events at the Quincy Public Schools and how the community is handling the frequent “threats” toward the schools. How can we de-escalate this situation? Hint: Posting unsubstantiated crap on social media isn’t the answer.

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…