Muddy River News

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.