Muddy River News

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.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Rev. Orville Jones about the Back to School Fair at Iles Elementary on Aug. 3. He also touches on local reaction to the Sonya Massey killing and his role as a minister to comfort those who suffer tragedies. He also now has a new role at the O’Donnell-Cookson Life…

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Kim Mahair about living in California, especially as the Pandemic hit, then making the decision to get married and move back to Quincy. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.  

Chad Altgilbers with the Knights of Columbus gets us ready for the KC Barbecue (yes, there will be plenty of parking), then Ashley talks to Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau about ticket scams and other sleazy ways dirtbags try to steal your stuff.

Ashley and Brittany announce this month’s Celebrations Birthday of the Month winner and then have a little Coffee Talk, sponsored by Electric Fountain.

Ashley talks to the Hendrian Sisters, whose lemonade stand is raising THOUSANDS of dollars for a great cause. Then, we get an update on the Quincy Artist Guild from Carol Robbins and Dr. Zakiah Ali.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Dr. Arshad Muzaffar of Blessing Health about cleft palate repair procedures as July is Craniofacial awareness month. Mercantile Bank and Rober & Phillips bring you Business Spotlight.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to the new Adams County Chief Public Defender, Jon Hoover, about taking over the office and its duties and responsibilities.

MRN”s Ron Kinscherf talks with Curt and Kadi Fauble of Advanced Dental Care about their practice and dentistry. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Davey gets a new hot tub and Bobby tries to negotiate him into hosting his own podcast from it. Ashley says she’ll participate, but only if she can wear a tent-sized Boll/Conrad t-shirt. Brittany was unavailable for comment. Matt Anderson also stops by to talk about military intelligence and what might have broken down during…

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Jay Johnson about physical health through chiropractic care.

Alicia and Dave Weiman come back across the river to get us ready for this year’s Ethan’s Rodeo, coming up next month in Palmyra. And Abigail Hildebrand tells us about this year’s Adams/Brown Old Settlers Festival.