Muddy River News

Faye Dant joins MRN’s J. Robert Gough to talk about her upcoming Black History Month presentation at the History Museum on the Square, 4th and Maine, her art and her passion project — Jim’s Journey.

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the benefits of the Quincy Bay Restoration Project and then Macy Ferguson-Smith joins in to talk about her Leaders USA experience and being a changemaker in her hometown, which doesn’t always like change.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Tyler Hall with Nutrition HQ about eating healthy. Get more protein! He also brings in some tasty treats. AB Properties sponsors Frankie Say.

Ron Kinscherf talks to the lead singer for Hairball as it returns to the Oakley-Lindsay Center this Saturday night. Ashley Conrad then talks to Jake Bertram of the local Oddfellows chapter about their upcoming Whiskey Night on March 2.

Ashley and Brittany review the Super Bowl commercials and ask when it comes to feeding the poor, housing the homeless or spending $14 million on advertising “What Would Jesus Do?” But first, Sheri Busse of Emerald City Jewelers stops by and has a GREAT idea for you guys who are last minute Valentine’s Day shoppers.…

Ashley talks to Gary Kaufman with the Mississippi Valley Beekeepers about how you can get started in beekeeping. Ashley is interested, but she’ll just get stung and her face will swell up. Then Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau stops by to talk about how scammers are trying to tug at your heart strings…

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Chaplain Carla Green about a woman’s role in the ministry. Activate U sponsors God@Work. Be sure to check out the new God@Work website.

The new United Way of Adams County executive director talks about her vision for the organization and how it works to help those who need assistance.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf chats with Julie Whelan and Brooklyn Whelan of O’Shea’s about the local bar and grill’s offerings and getting ready for Lent and St. Patrick’s Day.

Steve Eighinger sits in for Ashley and is his usual oblivious self. We talk about the Super Bowl and big, girthy hot dogs. Then, Josh Klitz makes his second Club Muddy appearance to tout Friday’s Chaddock fundraiser at his bar, Hooligan’s, 10th and Washington. Bobby and Brittany will make special guest appearances at tonight’s event.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks with Kevin Minnick of The Maine Course about restauranting (is that a word?) and having the best whiskey selection in town.

Brittany pinch-hits for Ashley and talks to the ladies of the ABWA about their upcoming Mardi Gras fundraiser…with a big bourbon giveaway! The Meg and Brittany get to chat about all things Hannibal with “Twain Talk”.

Ashley and Brittany take a field trip to The Yum Factory where Brittany Meyer shows off some great Valentine’s Day treats including chocolate covered strawberries, boozy lotus and espresso martini drinks and charcuterie.

Our buddy Dues hooks Ashley and Brittany up with some tasty treats for Valentine’s Day at The Liquor Booth. Watch to the end to find out what is in the spray can. Yes, it was a big hit.

Brittany, Bobby and Ashley talk about fan and parent behavior at local sporting events then Anthony Oliver stops in to talk about old radio days, concerts, Backwaters and working with kids.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Ryan Hinkamper about football and politics.

The guys who are turning the Knights of Columbus Driving Range into a state of the art year round golf facility, Trevor Beck, Nick Hiland and Kelby Rescinito sit down with Ashley to share their vision. Megan Duncan also talks about buildings falling down in Hannibal.

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to the author of  From Cuffs to Christ is a must-read if you or someone you love uses Xanax, works in a prison system, or will soon be incarcerated. Kevin Zeiger’s story offers hope for so many who are hurting from addiction, depression, anxiety, and other challenges in their lives.  …

Patricia McIntosh of the Health And Wellness Foundation Of Pike County stops in to talk about the organization that has its roots from the Illini Community Hospital Foundation. Then Ashley and Brittany talk about Pothole Season in Quincy.

Ashley talks to Shari Robesky with Quincy Medical Group about helping cancer caregivers and Lauren Johnston about a play that deals with how to cope with eating disorders in “This is my brave”.

Ron Kinscherf and Chaplain Carla Green discuss how business owners can align their business mission with Godly principles and create more purpose in their work. God@Work is sponsored by Activate U.

The judge and former state representative for Northeast Missouri is retiring at the end of the year. MRN’s David Adam talks to Judge Rachel Bringer-Shepherd about her career and legal work she still wants to tackle.

Frankie Murphy-Giesing chats with Kate Daniels, chair of the Adams County Democratic Central Committee, about a variety of national topics.

Ashley talks to former Quincy Mayor Chuck Scholz about accepting this year’s Friend of Catholic Education Award on behalf of his family and Megan Duncan talks about her husband’s encounter with a snowplow on Mo. 79 that led to him getting a new truck.

It’s perfect eagle watching weather on the Mississippi and there’s no better way to watch and learn about our national symbol than taking part in Great River Eagle Days this weekend. Ashley gets the details before she and Brittany dive into Coffee Talk.