Muddy River News

On this episode of the Daily Muddy, Ashley Conrad sits down with Dick Wellman and Hollis Axelrod to talk about two upcoming Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House events: Dinner with the Bulls and Sparkles at the Quincy Country Club. They’ll share details about the June 25 event, the history behind the organization, and how the community…

What’s really happening in the trucking industry? Bridget Bleigh joins Ashley Conrad to talk about the challenges facing transportation today, why finding drivers isn’t as simple as it sounds, and what it’s like helping lead a third-generation family business. Plus, hear from Aaron Lippincott about building a career at Bleigh Construction and why the industry…

Mayor Linda Moore says the average homeowner can expect savings of about $70 over 17 months. Moore and Reg Ankrom, energy consultant for the City of Quincy, discuss the move on Minutes with the Mayor from Mercantile Bank. QUINCY – Mayor Linda Moore signed an aggregation agreement with Homefield Energy on Friday, allowing Quincy to…

Today on Daily Muddy, Ashley Conrad sits down with Emily Heemeyer to discuss the vision behind the Quincy Homeschool Conference 2026 and why local families are creating a space for encouragement, resources, and real conversations about education. Whether you’re already homeschooling, considering it for the future, or simply curious about the options available to families…

Today on Business Spotlight, brought to you by Bank of Springfield, Curtis Shaffer and Trisha Erke of The TimeOut Bar in Mendon join Crissie Caccamo to preview their grand opening weekend June 19-21. From smoked meats and a brand-new menu to one of the area’s only multisport simulators featuring 14 different sports, they’re creating much…

If your 87-year-old self called  right now… would you answer? On this week’s Club Muddy, Randy Phillips fills in at the round table as we wander into the unknown. We talk space, Disclosure Day, Spielberg, government experiments, and all the strange “what ifs” that keep people up at night. Then we bring it back down…

It’s National Red Rose Day, National Peanut Butter Cookie Day, and National Movie Day this Friday morning. Sounds like the recipe for a pretty great date night. Today on Muddy River Mornings, we’ve got the recipe to start your day right: local news, sports, weather, podcast previews, and a look at what’s happening around the…

If somebody wanted a large attendance at their funeral, what would be the ideal age to die?  No really, we want to know. We know it sounds macabre, but there has to be the perfect age to kick the bucket, in order to achieve the largest attendance possible. What is it?  If you die too…

Today on the Daily Muddy, Doggy Paddlers General Manager Mackenzie Schissel and catcher Brodie Short join Ashley to talk about how the season is going, what fans can expect at the ballpark, and how the community can still get involved. Then DOB from the BBB joins us with a warning for anyone using peer-to-peer payment apps like…

A chance to see Chris Janson and Ashley Cooke, support a great cause, and maybe even have your photography featured in an art exhibit? Today on the Daily Muddy, Carly Lambert, Starla Dunn, and Stephanie Dunker join Ashley Conrad to talk about Project Community Connect’s BBQ Fest ticket raffle and the important work their organization…

On this episode of Coffee Talk, Ash C. and Britt B. ask a simple question: if you question something, does that automatically mean you’re bothered by it? Somewhere along the way, curiosity started getting mistaken for opposition, and the ladies have some thoughts. Then they discuss the recent fights at Moorman Park and whether one…

On this episode of Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Mayor Linda Moore joins Bob Gough to discuss the latest decisions from Quincy City Council, including the discussion surrounding the Chaddock Resource Officer. Then it’s all things summer. From grass clippings in the street and mowing ordinances to the annual fireworks…

Today on Daily Muddy, Ashley Conrad welcomes Lena Jones to discuss the upcoming Quincy Juneteenth Celebration. Now in its fifth year, the three-day event celebrates freedom, culture, community, and history with a gala, festival, live entertainment, family activities, and more happening throughout Quincy June 12-14. Then, Cindy Sanders from The Modern Portrait joins us to…

Bob Gough sits down with State Representative Kyle Moore (R-Quincy) to discuss his latest experience from this year’s legislative session. What started as a small discovery quickly raised bigger questions, serving as a reminder that the details matter and someone always needs to be paying attention.

In Episode 2 of Highly Relatable, I share the parts of sobriety and healing that people don’t talk about enough, the identity shifts, the emotional spirals, the grief of reinventing yourself, and the realization that sometimes you miss the escape more than the alcohol itself. This episode is less about “quitting drinking” and more about…

Let’s start with the idea of live and let live – but is that really what we’re seeing? Today on Club Muddy, we tackle some of the region’s most talked-about topics. The crew discusses the recent raid and arrest tied to The KB Co., takes a closer look at property taxes and the officials responsible…

On this episode of The Community Curator, brought to you by One Event Venue and The Modern Portrait, we meet the venue’s new owner and operator, Garrett Riley. Joined by host Alex Sanders, the two take a look at what’s happening throughout June, highlighting not only events at One Event Venue but also activities taking…

Today on Muddy River Mornings, we’re shining like the moon and the stars thanks to our friends at Udry Jewelry and Dame Hurdle. It’s also National Moonshine Day – proof that with enough time, almost anything can change its reputation. We’ll take you inside today’s top local headlines, hear from the guys in sports, and…

Today on Daily Muddy, Judith Taylor joins us to discuss a local grief support group that meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Quincy Public Library. Grief affects everyone differently, but one message Judith hopes people take away is that “grief stays stuck unless it’s released.” The group provides a safe and welcoming environment…

On the Daily Muddy today, Ashley sits down with Jenna Bichsel and her daughter Lennox to discuss Jenna’s run in the national Super Mom competition. The local mom has advanced to the quarterfinals and is hoping community support can help push her into the next round. The contest also benefits Children’s Miracle Network, helping support…

Today on Coffee Talk brewed by EFB, Ash C and Britt B take on the patriarchy… because apparently somebody has to. From social media comment sections to estrogen-fueled realities and the double standards women face every day, nothing is off limits. Brittany may or may not have a few unhinged responses ready to go. We…

Today on Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Bob Gough sits down with Quincy Director of Planning and Development Jason Parrott to tackle a topic that impacts more of your daily life than you might think: zoning. From the proposed solar farm that sparked discussion at last night’s Quincy City Council…

Today on Daily Muddy, we’re talking wellness and community. Whitley Mae with Wholly Jubilee stops by to discuss naturopathic medicine and the growing interest in holistic approaches to health and healing. Then Chris Reinhart and Joe Ehrhardt with Adams County Folks Care join us to talk about a grassroots effort making a real difference for…

Adams County Republican Chairman Jon McC0y joins J. Robert Gough on MRN This Week to talk about this year’s GOP Fundraiser. Riley Gaines will be the featured speaker. She is an athlete who has spoken up for women’s rights in sports. The dinner is June 19 at the Ambiance.

Today on Business Spotlight, brought to you by Bank of Springfield, Crissie Caccamo sits down with Dr. Chris Solaro, Chief Medical Officer and ER physician at Blessing Health System, along with Pat Gervler, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, to talk about the hospital’s transition to EPIC – the new electronic health record system…