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Welcome to Tat Talk—your questions, her answers. The Ram’s Horn owner and artist Kelsey Sprinkle joins Brittany for an unfiltered chat about ink, inspiration, and everything in between.

Jim and Jeanie Gay with the Missouri Mule Museum in Perry talk about Mule Appreciation Day coming up on October 25 and give some interesting facts about mules. Then Laura Weitholder and Kenna Rathbun from Blessing Health System talk about Thursday’s Ladies Night Out event at Blessing’s 48th and Maine facility. Lots of fun and…

Sen. Jil Tracy and Kate Shuker from the Kroc Center stop by to talk about Tuesday’s Senior Health Fair.

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the breaking news of the week and the challenges of covering big stories in this day of social media churn. People say they want information, but when you give it to them, they aren’t really sure they wanted it after all.

Tylenol may or may not cause autism, but Fruit Loops cause ADHD. Is that true? There’s no way to know. Why do women wear make-up? Are they’re trying to impress other women or is it because they’re trying to imitate a peacock? There’s no way to know. One thing is for sure: Klitz drinks out…

Ashley is the special guest star and Bob finds out she already has Draft Kings! They talk about betting and her favorite coach, Dan Campbell. Brought to you by Utopia Event Center and Heck Gaming.

On today’s Daily Muddy, Michael Gaines from the Hannibal Arts Council drops in to talk about the Hannibal Arts Club exhibit and give us a taste of what’s coming with the always-crowd-pleasing Folk Life Festival. Then Ashley sits down with Don O’Brien—better known as DOB from the BBB—who’s here to break down inheritance scams and…

It’s a full slate on the Daily Muddy. Pastor Todd Hastings and the congregation at Bethel are celebrating their 100-year anniversary this Sunday with a Centennial Celebration Service at 12th and Jefferson, featuring a guest speaker from their denomination headquarters and a proclamation from the mayor. Then Brittany slides into Coffee Talk where the ladies…

The Quincy Public Library will host a “Freed Between the Lines” event on Thursday at 6 pm as part of “Banned Books Week.” It will feature a giveaway of books that have been challenged or banned across the country QPL is working in partnership with Quanada, or the Quincy Area Network Against Domestic Abuse, for…

Ashley is back again, looking like a true vacation goddess, and she’s joining us at the round table with Gina Wolf and Whitney Minter from the Advocacy Network. They’re here to share details about their annual fundraiser coming up October 17 at The Ambiance. Tickets are available until Friday, October 3. Their mission is simple:…

We hear from our favorite couple Nate & Katy from Luxe Health and Beauty for the Sunday Sitdown. Fall specials are in the air. Katy is definitely a “Fall Y’all!” girl!

Ron Kinscherf chats with Brandon Heberlein, the owner of The Pinball Joint here in Downtown Quincy. They chat about all the classic games and activities the place has to offer, including an under the radar blacklight putt putt course. Bank of Springfield brings you Business Spotlight.      

It’s a busy week for Hannibal’s Douglas Community Services Center and Emily Trevathan stops by to tell us all about it.

News, weather and sports all in this edition of Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency. Bob Gough and Brittany Boll get you caught up on the week’s headlines and give you a look at a busy weekend. Chris Duerr and Matt Schuckman also give you the weekend’s busy sports schedule.

JASON Watkins was born and raised in Quincy and is an alumnus of St. Mary’s (1997) and Quincy Notre Dame (2001). After graduation, he joined the United States Army OSUT (2001). He went on to pursue an extensive academic career, which included JWCC (2005), Western Illinois University (2007), and Keller Graduate School of Management (2022).…

Bob’s “Lock of the Week” streak ends and Shane loves all of the great college football action coming up this weekend. Picks, Parlays and Pints brought to you by Utopia and Heck Gaming.

On today’s Daily Muddy, we kick things off with Karen Mayville from the Quincy Rotary Service Club, sharing all the details on this Saturday’s Oktoberfest at Dick Brothers Brewery — a street party with beer, brats, tunnel tours, contests, and live music from The Gentlemen. Then we’re joined by Gale Rublee, nature interpreter with Hannibal…

Today on the Daily Muddy, we’re talking about community, connection, and the causes that bring us together. Katie Neeley with NAMI West Central Illinois shares details about their upcoming Walk for Mental Health on October 11. The walk supports affordable and accessible programs, education, and services that so many in our community rely on. You…

James Pioch retired from the Quincy Fire Department earlier this year and transitioned to become the director of the city’s IT department. He talks about the city’s new Website, which will be unveiled on Friday. Pioch said it will be much more user-friendly. He also talks about Friday’s celebration of Mayor Linda Moore’s first 100…

Brittany handles the DM today and Jennifer Bock-Nelson talks about art opportunities at Culver-Stockton and her award recognizing her with a Midwest Arts Grant. Sherry Sparks from the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center also talks about the fund drive for a new elevator for the building.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Susan Long of Denman Medical Equipment & Supply, which carries a full line of quality medical products. At their locally owned and operated store, you will find a professional, experienced staff, including a respiratory therapist and qualified technicians. Bank of Springfield brings you Business Spotlight.

QUINCY — The four pastors of Quincy’s Catholic parishes with elementary schools, together with Bishop Thomas John Paprocki, have signed new bylaws that mark an essential step in the future of Catholic education in Quincy. These bylaws bring together Blessed Sacrament, St. Dominic, St. Francis Solanus, and St. Peter Schools to establish Quincy Catholic Schools…

Chris Duerr sits in for Brittany and joins Bobby and Ashley to try and make sense of the murder of Charlie Kirk (they can’t) and Ashley wants to clarify her stance on the Quincy Public Library book debate. Then the Internet gurus from Vervocity, Cody and Kayla Hageman, stop by to discuss their business and…

News, weather and SPORTS! … Muddy River Mornings has it all. Bob and Brittany get you caught up on the week’s news, Meteorologist Brent Clair gives you a look at the upcoming week’s weather and Matt Schuckman and Chris Duerr get you ready for another big high school and college sports weekend. Muddy River Mornings…

Struther Wand is not just the esteemed husband of Dr. Wand. He is a retired Army Veteran, who served during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The father of three helps Frankie study the Charlie Kirk tragedy and the further polarization and blame game of our society.

Caitlin Foss with Clean Restoration talks about the company’s “Trunk or Treat” event and Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau lets Ashley know if she got scammed … again.

On today’s Daily Muddy, Ashley sits down with Barb Holthaus from John Wood Community College along with Presidential Scholarship recipients Lauren McDowell and Joshua Herring to talk about the opportunities the JWCC Foundation provides for students. Then Brittany slides into the DM for EFB Coffee Talk to break down Jake Reed’s statement at the Quincy…

Alderman Laura McReynolds (R-5th Ward) is Ashley’s guest on Minutes with the Mayor today to discuss traffic through Willow Creek, the role of an alderman and why she chose to serve, how the aldermanic process works and how decisions are made at the council and the importance of reaching out to your alderman with concerns,…

Kay Iftner talks to Ashley about the work being done by the New Philadelphia Association and Anita Henke from Covered Bottoms Diaper Bank lets us know about Wednesday’s diaper drive at Sam’s Club.

Click the link above as Ron Kinscherf gets the details on the Quincy Public Library’s new bookmobile. The Quincy Public Library brings you Book Nook.

Meet the man who cheated death. Jake Messmer had one of the rarest forms of cancer on the planet. His body was riddled with it and he probably only had days or weeks to live before his “Bonus Mom” forced him into the Emergency Room at Blessing. Listen to his story as he explains how…

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On this week’s Club Muddy, the crew dives into some heavy headlines—the passing of Charlie Kirk, the growing divide across the country, and right here at home, Quincy’s reaction to Freddy’s manager being fired. Then the table turns as guest Kathy Boll, a.k.a. Brittany Boll’s mom, joins the conversation. Recently retired, Kathy’s career held many…

News, weather, sports … and dogs on today’s Muddy River Mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency. We give you a look at the week that was and the weekend coming up. And what a busy (and hot) weekend it’s going to be. Is this the last blast of summer? Watch and see.

Both Bob and Shane were winners last week, especially their locks of the week (Mizzou for Bob and the Steelers for Shane), so how about this week? Check out Picks, Parlays and Pints brought to you by Utopia and Heck Gaming.

Kristen Ritterbusch from John Wood Community College stops by to talk to Ashley and then it’s Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau.

On today’s Minutes with the Mayor, Nuisance Abatements are more than just issuing tickets or taking action — Mayor Linda Moore says the city’s approach is about understanding each person’s situation. She also talks about Hope House, Freddy’s and the city’s upcoming 9/11 Memorial activities. Mercantile Bank brings you Minutes with the Mayor.

Tieraney Craig from the Riverfront Development Corporation talks about Saturday’s Riverfront Revival Duck Race to raise money for riverfront development. Then, it’s double the Ashley’s as Ashley Conrad interviews Ashley Burnett about her workshop, Magnetic, from September 23-25, 2025, designed to help women entrepreneurs expand their businesses, embrace authentic leadership, and create positive global impact.

Bob Gough and Shane Hulsey dive into the first big pro and college football weekend to give you the picks they like, they picks they don’t like and why they hate their fantasy football teams. Utopia and Heck Gaming bring you Picks, Parlays and Pints.

Bobby went to a conference to spread the Muddy World Order and Ashley and Brittany want to know what goodies he brought back for them. Then, Roni VanAusdall talks about being a female attorney and teenage boy mom and an amazing near-death (or back from the dead) experience.

Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll bring you Muddy River Mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency. Chris Duerr and Matt Schuckman give you a preview of what is coming up on the local sports scene. Get caught up on the week that was and take a look at everything going on this weekend!

Jim Whitfield with the Adams County Red Cross talks about giving the gift of life then Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau updates us on the latest scammers.

Ashley and Mayor Linda Moore sit down for a candid chat about what’s next for Quincy Regional Airport, the Sports Complex Commission, and how policy improvement within the City of Quincy will help save some dough. Ashley also offers up a rare compliment on the state Quincy’s roads. Tune in for Minutes with the Mayor!

It’s the grand finale of the Adams County Bicentennial Breakdown! For our last episode, Brittany is joined by Mark Peter and Linda Groves as we take you through the big changes planned for the finale bash—and all the activities happening throughout the day to celebrate 200 years of Adams County. From family fun to live…

Pecan, Redbud, Dogwood … more than 20 varieties available from potted, bareroot, and grafted. MRN’s Ron Kinscherf finds out about Wilson Tree Farm. Bank of Springfield brings you Business Spotlight.

Bobby is excited for football season. Ashley and Brittany … not so much. But they are stoked about the engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce … maybe. Is there a prenup? Is it a stunt? Can true love prevail?

News, weather and sports all for you on Muddy River Mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency. Bob Gough and Brittany Boll give you a recap of the week and a look at the weekend ahead. The weekends starts tonight with the return of high school football. Matt Schuckman and Chris Duerr give you a quick…

Frankie wasn’t terribly perky today, but you can always count on The Klitz to turn that frown upside down! It’s football time and Klitz is ready for fantasy football and to get kicked in the nads by Da Bears … again. And Frankie mentions, but doesn’t go into great detail, about his first massage experience.…

Ashley talks to the folks from Chaddock about their new book program and how the school helps so many troubled youth. Then, Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau checks in to talk about online gambling scams.

Gumby from the Hannibal American Legion is back to talk about the Legion doing great things for kids and then Brittany and Ashley have some EFB Coffee Talk about the kerfuffle at Monday’s Quincy City Council meeting.