Muddy River News

The newest Quincy School Board member, Tim Davis, stops in to talk about joining the board then Brittany slides into the DM real nice like to talk about battling Facebook hackers and bots.

Melissa Shriver-Hackamack from the Adams County Fair Board stops by to give a preview of all of the fun things happening this week as the Fair kicks off today with 4-H judging and gets going in full swing on Wednesday. Then, Mecki Kosin talks to Ashley about her trip to the Republican National Convention, where…

MRN Editor David Adam talks to the president of Quincy Recycle about the company’s growth and success as well as the recycling industry as a whole.

Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll visit with Jay Fohey from Hannibal for a little “Twain Talk.” They discuss the profession of being a barber, how Quincy could take a page from Hannibal’s book on how to keep the downtown looking good and how difficult it is to get Brittany’s hair color just right.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks with Zeke Cernea, co-owner and head power tumbling coach at Gem City Gymnastics and Tumbling.

Host Ashley Conrad talks with Kevin Krummel with Quincy Housing Solutions and Ryan Roberts with the Quincy YWCA about how they are working together to address Quincy’s supportive housing stock. Ashley then visits with Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau to talk about more local scams.

Holly Schell from #belikegrace discusses the upcoming Collin Raye concert then Brittany and Ashley catch up after a week off on an extended dance mix version of EFB’s Coffee Talk.

Todd Lamison with the Alzheimer’s Association talks about their upcoming sports trivia fundraiser. Rev. Carl Terry of Bethel AME also stops by to chat with Ashley about his crusade to increase reading test scores among Quincy’s children.

Aaron Kerkhoff with Kohl Wholesale talks about service and supplying local restaurants and their Cash and Carry store. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf interviews author Nicole Dieker, an author who grew up locally, moved to California, then decided to return home. Quincy Public Library brings you Book Nook.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing and Bob Gough dip their toes into the waters of the presidential race and were lucky to not lose appendages, since it is Shark Week.

Coming August 30 to Muddy River Sports and Facebook Live … Muddy Night Lights!

Steve Eighinger, aka “Stevie Dirt”, aka “Stevie Love”, discusses writing his 1000th Daily Dirt, racing and a variety of other topics.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to MRN’s Ron Kinscherf about the water businesses and how to treat it for commercial, industrial and consumer use. Rober & Phillilps and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Katie Kraushaar, dean of Quincy University’s Brenner Library, discusses the Holocaust exhibit that will be coming to the college in 2026. Then, Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau warns you about vacation and flight scams.

Frankie asks for a history lesson and gets it from history teacher Mike Shull as they talk about the Revolutionary War, Boston Tea Party and what the Fourth of July really means. Also, they touch on the most recent presidential debate and its potential impact on the race. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Todd Pettit and Kim Dinkheller from Quincy Public Schools stop by to talk about attendance. How can it be improved? How can kids use Mental Health Days? Then, Ashley and Brittany spill the tea ahead of the Fourth of July on EFB’s Coffee Talk.

Kevin Murphy and Daniel Miller with the Hannibal Y Men’s Club get you ready for the 45th year of Mud Volleyball. Then, Pilar Brumbaugh and Amy Kienztle with the Quincy Human Society ask those who are shooting fireworks to be mindful of nearby dogs and how to console those animals who are affected by the…

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Missouri State Representative Louis Riggs about disfunction at the State Capitol (well, at least in the chamber opposite of the House), progress on the Hannibal Bypass and supporting education to fit into today’s workforce needs.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Rochell Sharpe with Blessing Hospital about Alzheimers awareness. She is a nurse practitioner with 30 years in the field. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany have an open discussion about restaurants, amphitheaters and America. And does baking your brain make it rise?

Frankie Murphy Giesing talks to Steve and Billie Goodwin about their new restaurant “Maestro’s”, opening in Downtown Quincy in July. The longtime Tiramisu employees look to honor their former boss, Roberto Stellino, by opening their own Italian eatery. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

Ashley talks to Alex Craig with the Muddy River Opera (not related) about this weekend’s free concerts and Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau stops by with reports of the latests scoundrels and scammers.

Ashley and Brittany road trip to Celebrations to talk about their party and event business.

Ashley talks to Julie Quinn with JWCC’s College for Life program about what the courses have to offer. She also talks to Laura Sievert with Arts Quincy about this week’s visit from the Illinois Arts Council about grant opportunities.