Muddy River News

Muddy River Morning, driven by Hess Auto Agency, is serving up your May 8 update with a side of something sweet because it’s National Give a Friend a Cupcake Day and Mother’s Day weekend is officially underway. Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll walk you through the news week with a look at the top stories,…

If you could only cook one thing for a BBQ at your house, what would it be?  Klitz doesn’t think the investment of brisket is worth it.   You’ve been to a gangsta party, we all have, but what did you drink and did you properly use a brown paper bag?  O.E? Colt 45? King…

Movies, sports and real local entertainment… that’s what today’s Daily Muddy is all about. We sit down with Devin Smock and Samuel Watkins of Subterranean Sound and Vision in Jacksonville to talk about their independent film Holler, which will be shot right here in Central and West-Central Illinois from May 30 through June 16. It’s a…

Today on Coffee Talk, brought to you by Electric Fountain Brewing, the ladies give away the first pair of Gem City Concert Series tickets to the May 16 Thunderstruck show. They also dive into how they find interesting guests and choose the topics that fuel all of the Muddy TV podcasts. We wrap things up…

Today on Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Mayor Moore sits down with Bob Gough to unpack a headline-making night at City Council, where the proposed gun range property purchase was put on hold. They also take off into some exciting news from Quincy Regional Airport as Contour Airlines announces new…

Today on the Daily Muddy, it’s all about blue hats and giving back. Steve Gumble, better known as Gumbie with the American Legion in Hannibal, joins us to kick off the Hats and Gloves Campaign, running through November. He also shares details on a program helping pay off school lunch debt for local students in…

On this Sunday Sitdown brought to you by Luxe Health and Wellness, Nate and Kate dive into the benefits of red light therapy, share details on their upcoming Mother’s Day specials, and tease some exciting new services on the horizon in the world of HRT. From wellness to confidence, nothing is off the table just…

On this week’s Business Spotlight, brought to you by Bank of Springfield, Carla M. Green joins Ron Kinscherf to share the mission behind the National School Chaplain Association and the impact it’s making right here in Illinois. As the State Chaplain Director, Green explains how the organization partners with public schools to provide emotional and…

On Club Muddy, the Muddy Buddies reminisce about their night at Utopia celebrating the five year anniversary of Muddy River News along with the River’s Choice Awards. Then we turn it over to a local family name and legacy, Will Sullivan, who breaks down what it was like growing up in an auctioneer family and…

Today on Muddy River Mornings, it’s May 1, National Small Business Day and National Lemonade Day. From lemon icing at Krazy Cakes to the ice drip at Udry Jewelry with Dame and Hurdle, we’re highlighting it all. The news week was packed, and we break down your top stories, weather, and sports right here on…

Today on Daily Muddy, Ashley Conrad is joined by Gabe Boll, owner and operator of Pure Pressure, our New Biz of the Week. If your home or business needs a little high pressure TLC, this is your guy to call. Then, on the heels of Monday’s storms, Don O’Brien from the BBB stops by with…

75 years strong. This week on Carpooling with Crissie, brought to you by Kunes of Quincy, we’re celebrating Doyle Equipment Manufacturing and the 4th generation carrying the legacy forward. Catie Dancer and Casch Doyle join the ride, and the celebration continues this Saturday, May 2. Watch now on Muddy River TV.

Tessa Bunn with Pittsfield United Methodist Church joins Ashley to talk about the Pet Party happening May 3 – a fun, community-driven event benefiting the Humane Society and supporting Pike County. Then Bill Machold stops by to preview the Quincy Civic Music Association concert, taking place Friday night at 7:30 PM at Morrison Theatre inside…

Today on Coffee Talk, brought to you by Electric Fountain Brewing, the girls are spilling the tea on the proposed gun range and sharing their takes on the topic. Grab a seat with Ash C and Britt B and join the conversation. Then, we wrap things up with our Good News Brews of the week,…

Today on Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Mayor Linda Moore and Quincy Planning Director Jason Parrott join Ashley to discuss the proposed gun range on Kochs Lane. They break down the city’s involvement, the plan behind the proposal, and what this could mean for the community, including the big question…

Today, Ashley is joined by the Executive Director of The District to talk about the upcoming Unique Spaces Tour on May 16 and what to expect from opening day of the Farmers Market. Then Herb Lankey from the Quincy Humane Society stops by with Wizard, a pup in need of a little adoption magic. Where…

When you were a kid growing up in Quincy, were you a Cardinals or Cubs fan? Both Klitz and Frankie have spent a great deal of time in Chicago. Living in Quincy poses issues when trying to get to a big city like Chicago, St. Louis, or Kansas City; the drive times are 5 hours,…

We talk about the safety and security of local banks with Mark Field of Liberty Bank and how he is working with state and federal officials to push regulations on crypto currency.

On the Business Spotlight, brought to you by the Bank of Springfield, Crissie Caccamo sits down with Andrew Wellman, owner and operator of Muddy River Engraving. They explore the history of his business, chat about a couple of upcoming events Muddy River Engraving will be taking part in, and he shows off the River’s Choice…

Today on Club Muddy, the Muddy Buddy crew welcomes back an old friend, Frank Murphy, as the conversation turns to something a little more real—our different experiences with sobriety. Yes, even the Muddy Buddies take a break from time to time, and this roundtable opens the door to an honest, sometimes uncomfortable, but meaningful discussion.…

Today on the Daily Muddy, Sam McKelvie joins Ashley to chat about Gem City Movement, our New Biz of the Week. This fitness facility, located at 8th and State, is all about helping you level up. Sam shares great tips on social media and offers both memberships and individual personal training sessions. Looking for some…

On today’s Daily Muddy, Scott Henze with Quincy Regional Crime Stoppers joins Ashley to talk about child safety. It used to be about strangers on the street, but now the danger can be right on our tablets, phones, and computers – devices our children use every day. Scott shares what to watch for, real stories…

On today’s Coffee Talk, brought to you by Electric Fountain Brewing, Ashley and Britt spill the tea with Scott E., and it all comes together effortlessly. Scott Edlin from the Gem City Concert Series joins the gals to talk ticket sales, this year’s performers, and the music acts the community has been waiting for: Thunderstruck,…

On today’s Minutes with the Mayor, brought to you by Mercantile Bank, Mayor Linda Moore joins Ashley to preview the upcoming Town Halls for Wards 6 and 7 and explain how they work. They also discuss the upcoming flag raising ceremony at Quincy Regional Airport and the exciting news of bringing The Chalk Guy to…

JJ Magliocco, Mark Dedert, and Pastor Brett Gosteli join the Daily Muddy to talk about the EB Research Partnership. Founded in 2010 by Eddie and Jill Vedder, the organization supports research aimed at finding a cure for Epidermolysis Bullosa, or EB, a group of devastating and life-threatening skin disorders that affect children from birth. Children…