Muddy River News

Barb Baker Chapin from Transitions talks about Child Abuse Prevention Month in April and the upcoming Mental Health Awareness Month in May.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Jamie Blaesing of Carl’s Shoes about operating a small, independent shoe store in today’s business climate. Mercantile Bank brings you the Business Spotlight.

The List, Episode 3: Ranking the best sports trophies with R&R Golf’s Ray Weast

O.J. Simpson died this week. Brittany and Ashley didn’t care, but Bobby did, so they talk about it at bit. Also Kelsey Sprinkle from The Ram’s Horn Body Art Studio talks about her craft, which Brittany and Ashley are very happy with. And here is 10 minutes of the late, great Norm MacDonald just taking…

Sarah Stephens from Horizons stops by to talk about the food pantry’s latest fundraiser “Hope for Horizons” and Ashley and Meg discuss lots of road construction, but little old hospital demolition, going on in Hannibal.

Frankie Murphy Giesing visits with Dr. Wollaston from the Blessing Hospital ER, but they talk about a range of topics, including being from South Africa and what he does in his down time, although his down time might exhaust you. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Megan Duncan talks to Hannibal historian and author Steve Chou about an exciting new project in the works.

Ashley talks to Margie Williams about brain trauma and then it’s Coffee Talk, brought to you by Electric Fountain Brewing.

Ashley talks to Mark Christensen with Pepsi Little Peoples about the upcoming tournament, now being run by the Quincy Service Club. Then, Don O’Brien from the Better Business Bureau stops by with his monthly update on scammers, scumbags and scalawags.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Chaplain Carla Green about how to battle anxiety at work.  

Rory O’Donnell talks about getting back into the family business as the company now has locations in both Hannibal and Quincy. Mercantile Bank brings you the Business Spotlight.

Megan Duncan talks to Tina Hardoin, who with her husband Jeffrey, is opening a new bed and breakfast right in the heart of downtown Hannibal.

Ashley and Brittany discuss their platform, their agenda and their goals as they decide who is going to be on top … of the ticket. Bobby just sips his Lagavulin.

Ashley Conrad talks to Kevin Williams from Quincy Catholic Charities about this weekend’s Murder Mystery Dinner and Erica Parrish from CASA drops by to talk about what court appointed special advocates do.

The man who runs Gold Line Barbershop joins Frankie Say today. Matthew Messier and Frankie Murphy Giesing have a broad discussion about many topics. Sounds like he’s a candidate to be a guest again. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman and Lance Logsdon talk about their favorite baseball movies. The List is a weekly podcast, produced by Muddy River Sports and hosted by Schuckman, that will rank the top 10 in a series of sports topics.

Meet Lovebug, who lives in Kampsville, Ill. at Kamaroo Farms. Tammy Herren comes to join Coffee Talk with her baby kangaroo. Also, Paul Brunner stops by to talk about Options for Women. EFB Coffee sponsors Coffee Talk on The Daily Muddy.

Ashley talks to Jen Wiemelt from Ulmus Academy as the school prepares to wrap up its second year with goals of higher enrollments in year three. Then, Randy Wolfmeyer from John Wood Community College gets you ready for next week’s solar eclipse and tells you where is the best place to watch it (with proper…

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to the director of the Quincy Public Library about the budgeting process and upcoming programs.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Chuck Bevelheimer and Jason Parrott with the City of Quincy about the proposed “TIF South” that the Quincy City Council is considering.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Brandi Baker with Pet Supplies Plus as April is Healthy Pet Month in Illinois. Mercantile Bank sponsors Business Spotlight.

Bobby talks about road tripping to Rockford to hang out with his kids. Then, Ashley and Brittany talk to Jeffrey Conte, director of public works for the City of Quincy, about water, sewers, streets and buying expensive stuff online.

Ashley Conrad visits with Angie Wilcoxen in advance of the Hannibal Evening Kiwanis Club's annual pancake day fundraiser on March 30, then talks with MRN Reporter Megan Duncan about what might happen with the former St. Elizabeth's Hospital.

Muddy River Sports Editor Matt Schuckman talks with Quincy High School boys basketball coach Andy Douglas about their top 10 favorite basketball players from the University of Illinois. The List is a weekly podcast, produced by Muddy River Sports and hosted by Schuckman, that will rank the top 10 in a series of sports topics.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf and Pastor Carla Green with God@Work kick off Holy Week.

The former Quincy mayor is one more election away from being the next Illinois state representative for the 99th District. Bobby and Brittany talk to him about elections, party politics and how he might move forward with GREDF, should he win in November. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany also talk about the dangers of text chains…

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Chris Landwehr and Deron Johnson of the Oakley-Lindsay Center about keeping a steady flow of events into the building as it approaches its 30th anniversary.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Brian Lash of Krazy Cakes buying a small business at the start of the Pandemic and how the community has embraced his cafe. He also talks about giving back as well. Mercantile Bank sponsors Business Spotlight.

On today’s Club Muddy, we present something that might not appeal to some of you, but it is something that is part of a national debate. If you haven’t heard of OnlyFans, it’s a Website that allows influencers to monetize their content. Just like TikTok or Instagram. But OnlyFans allows pornographic content. And Ashley Conrad…

Frankie Murphy Giesing talks to Payne Schoen about consulting, leadership and personal growth. AB Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Morgan Parker of the Quincy Medical Group Foundation stops by to talk about the Cancer Crush event, which looks to raise $100,000 to help fight the disease. Then, Megan Duncan and Ashley Conrad talk about Hannibal’s stormwater problem and the city’s efforts to solve the problem, which includes a tax referendum.

Craig Heming with Quincy Noon Kiwanis drops by to promote the Bids for Kids Auction that starts Thursday. All kinds of great things to buy for a great cause. Then Brittany and Ashley announce our new “Coffee Talk” sponsor: Electric Fountain Brewing! Our Sixth Street neighbor.

Ashley talks to Quincy University biology professor Joe Coelho about the upcoming cicada infestation, which isn’t as bad as it sounds. Then, Heidi Lanier and Rachel Raleigh stop by to promote the Quincy Public Schools Foundation’s Dream Big Color Run.

MRN’s David Adam talks with the new head of the Tracy Family Foundation about the group’s philanthropic mission to make a positive impact in West Central Illinois.

Ashley and Meg put a bow on the Hannibal school saga and Robert Bentley from Legacy stops by to talk about the big martial arts tournament coming to Quincy later this month.

Maggie Strong updates us on the Sixth Street project and then DOB stops by to scare Ashley with scams.

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Glenn Sanders of the Quincy Area Bay Restoration Project about what the plan means for the river in terms of recreation and the tourism potential.

No, it’s not the name of a 1960’s pop band, but of today’s Club Muddy, where Brittany gets to talk to the director of the Two Rivers Land Bank Authority, Chad Frederick, or known in the MRN office as “Chad Landbank”. We ask about the organization’s potential benefits to the community and its procedures, which…

A new weekly segment on MuddyRiver.TV called “How’s the Weather up there?” with Meteorologist Brent Clair and Tacologist Nathan Jones. What’s a tacologist? You’ll have to watch the segment, brought to you by Farm and Home Supply.

Mike Shull returns to join Frankie Say for another history lesson. Some interesting facts about Quincy history as well. And he brought good beer! A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Ashley talks about Camp Callahan with Randy and Anita Callahan and their family’s long-time commitment to providing a wonderful setting for those with special needs. Then Natalie Cornwell from the United Way talks about the Partners in Bloom display, going on TODAY at Town and Country Inn and Suites. leading up to tonight’s annual meeting.

Ashley talks to Leah Heming from Heming Sexual Wellness about how sex counseling helps people discover and understand the root cause of sexual dissatisfaction, and enhance their knowledge of sexual health. Ashley and Brittany then talk about the Great Facebook Crash of 2024 and rising water bills.  

Beth MacKenzie with the Quincy Family YMCA stops by to get Brittany ready for this weekend’s Kelly’s Fun Run to benefit the Y, and then Brad Williams tells us about the EMBRACE fundraiser coming up at Hannibal’s American Legion Hall.

Meg talks to Rickelle Daack, event planner for the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council, about Hannibal’s sweetest event. The Chocolate Extravaganza will be March 8-10 and tickets can be purchased online at their website. You can also follow the Historic Hannibal Marketing Council on Facebook.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf chats with Courtney Lillard, a young adult fantasy novelist living in Hannibal on today’s Book Nook, brought to you by the Quincy Public Library.

The Scoreboard is known for the great cheeseburger, but what else is there besides cold beer? Chicken wings, fish and Philly Steaks are some other options Brittany Boll shows you. And coming up on St. Patrick’s Day…Jimmie Patterson’s famous biscuits and gravy. Ok, it’s not famous, but it’s something you can try when you kick…

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Mark Cestari of Souther Airways about how the carrier has been working to overcome some of the challenges it has had from last fall and through the winter.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks with Jesse Sparks, the new owner of the West Quincy Auto Auction about how the car auction process works. Mercantile Bank sponsors the Business Spotlight.

WGCA’s Gregory Haubrich has an update on the rescheduled Casting Crowns concert, now set for March 29, which is also Good Friday. Then, Dr. Brittany wants to have a therapy session and Ashley and Bobby take part. Actually a very real conversation you won’t want to miss.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks about one of his passions with some people who share that passion — rasslin’. Actually, wrestling. Not the fake WWE stuff, but the real thing as practiced by many in our area including his guests, Abigail Genenbacher and Adam Steinkamp. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.