BRIAN ALLEN

The winner of the Republican primary for Ralls County Sheriff joins MRN’s J. Robert Gough. He has no Democratic opponent or a write-in as of yet, so it looks like he’ll be the county’s next sheriff. We talk about his law enforcement philosophy and working with other agencies.

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TIERANEY CRAIG

Quincy Brewing Company, The District, The Sixth Street Project, The Riverfront Saga, CrossFit … what else does Tieraney Craig do? Frankie Murphy-Giesing finds out … and she brought beer. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

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TEETER TODDLERS AND COFFEE TALK

No, Ashley and Brittany aren’t on the playground, but Ashley is talking to the folks at Teeter Toddlers Daycare about childcare in Quincy. Then Brittany is all jacked up on EFB Coffee to talk about the latest buzz around Town for Coffee Talk.

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WATCH OUT FOR SPORTS STREAMING SCAMS

Ashley talks to Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau who warns us about fake sports streaming sites, which are even more prevalent as people go trying to find ways to watch and listen to their local sports teams. This is even more important with local radio’s abdication of carrying high school sports. Ashley also…

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ELLINGTON GIFT COMPANY

The business formerly known as “Gifts by Grawe” has a new name and MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Katharine Adrian about the change and the company’s future. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

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DAX FOHEY

Dax Fohey from Town & Country Inn and Suites gets an invite to The Club to talk about the local hotel and hospitality industry. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the Olympics and Bobby and Brittany gush over the Deadpool/Wolverine movie in spoiler-free fashion.

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CROSSTOWN SHOWDOWN FUNDRAISER

James Orenthal Patterson and Andrew Matthew Wellman slide into the DM to promote the Muddy River Engraving/Crosstown Showdown Fundraiser for QND/QHS football at The Scoreboard on August 24. Brittany then has to settle for seconds (thirds?) in the DM with a little EFB Coffee Talk.

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HEARTLAND LODGE

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Gary Harpole about Heartland Lodge, which has more to offer people than just places to hunt. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.

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IT’S HOOKAH, BOBBY …

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany discuss a study that shows how Illinoisans incorporate alcohol into their relationships. Then, Beth Duesterhaus talks about her hookah lounge in downtown Quincy, starting a business and dealing with grief.

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REV. ORVILLE JONES

MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Rev. Orville Jones about the Back to School Fair at Iles Elementary on Aug. 3. He also touches on local reaction to the Sonya Massey killing and his role as a minister to comfort those who suffer tragedies. He also now has a new role at the O’Donnell-Cookson Life…

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KIM MAHAIR

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Kim Mahair about living in California, especially as the Pandemic hit, then making the decision to get married and move back to Quincy. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.  

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KC BBQ AND THE BBB

Chad Altgilbers with the Knights of Columbus gets us ready for the KC Barbecue (yes, there will be plenty of parking), then Ashley talks to Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau about ticket scams and other sleazy ways dirtbags try to steal your stuff.

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… OR CLUB HOT TUB?

Davey gets a new hot tub and Bobby tries to negotiate him into hosting his own podcast from it. Ashley says she’ll participate, but only if she can wear a tent-sized Boll/Conrad t-shirt. Brittany was unavailable for comment. Matt Anderson also stops by to talk about military intelligence and what might have broken down during…

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IT’S FAIR WEEK AND A REPORT FROM THE RNC

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…

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NICOLE DIEKER

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.

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MIKE SHULL AND THE LIBERTY POD

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.

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MUD VOLLEYBALL AND CARING FOR DOGS ON THE 4TH

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…

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REP. LOUIS RIGGS

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.

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ALZHEIMERS AWARENESS

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.

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Steve and Billie Goodwin “Maestro’s”

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.

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KELLY MAYS

One of Quincy’s two third ward aldermen (yes, she’s fine with that title) joins Ashley and Brittany to talk about being on the City Council, public service and trying to the right thing and what is best for Quincy. Bobby, Brittany and Ashley also discuss more options to buy weed that Bobby will never use,…

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INTEGRITY COMMUNITY TRANSPORT

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Jay Albert and Landon Tenhouse from Integrity Community Transport about their business that assists the elderly to get to their medical appointments and other needs. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.

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SCOTT RICHARDSON

Frankie Murphy-Giesing talks to Scott Richardson about how one goes about getting a patent on a product as he is the only guy around who handles that sort of thing. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

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ASHLEY GOES PARKING

Ashley gets into Parks and Rec mode with the Leslie Knope of Hannibal, Mary Lynne Richards, and the Ron Swanson of Quincy, Mike Bruns, to talk about each of the city’s respective park systems and what is coming up for this summer.

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BRIANNA RIVERA, THE DISTRICT

The executive director of Quincy’s downtown group, The District, talks about Blues in The District, which kicks off its 2024 season on Friday, June 14 in Washington Park. She also talks about other events coming up this summer as well as the organization’s future home at 5th and Hampshire.

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RUBY COMBATIVE SPORTS

Ruby Combative Sports Center officially opens its doors Saturday. The center is a state-of-the-art sports complex located at 2005 Market Street that is focused on youth boxing and wrestling, with fitness programs also available for adults. The festivities will kick off with an official grand opening celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. MRN’s Ron…

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HOLLISTER-WHITNEY

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talk to Ed Trone of Hollister-Whitney as the company celebrates its 125th Anniversary. A great discussion about the ups and downs of the elevator business … sorry … Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.

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It’s fair time in Pike County

Ashley gets you ready for the Pike County Fair in Pleasant Hill. Joe Collard stops by and tells us about all of the great things going on next week at the fair. Then, Shelby Rose and Kelly Carlstorm let us know about this weekend’s happenings with Engraved Hive.

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Can you Ride Cool to Wing Fest?

Daily Muddy gets you ready for a busy Saturday. Jimmie Patterson stops by to talk about The Scoreboard’s Wing Fest with EFB’s Coffee Talk and then it’s time to Ride Cool at Blessing Health Hannibal. Great time for the kids to get ready for summing bike season.

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MUDDY RIVER ENGRAVING

We’re not related, but there could be a partnership in the works. MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Andrew Wellman of Muddy River Engraving about the great work they do and shows off some cool new MRN gear!

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DAVID SAMUELS

Frankie Murphy Geising has David Samuels back on the pod to talk about Bitcoin, which Frankie loves and David doesn’t, and also the comments made by Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker at the Benedictine College commencement ceremony. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.  

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT QU AND DOB WITH THE BBB

Quincy University has announced the establishment of a Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation to serve as a resource for faculty and students and provide experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom walls. Sarah Vortreide-Patton of QU tells Ashley about the program. Then Don O’Brien with the Better Business Bureau stops by to scare Ashley with the…

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FOUR WINDS FARM AND EFB’S COFFEE TALK

Ashley talks to Deborah Lee of Four Winds Farm about her chemically-free growing area for herbs, vegetables, fruit and flowers and includes a classroom and kitchen, where students learn (hands-on) about healthy cuisine and herbs: medicinal, culinary, and wild edibles. Brittany also joins Ashley for Coffee Talk from EFB Coffee.

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SwingSync Labs

MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Ryan Sparks of SwingSync Labs. His facility is equipped with swing analytics, training tools at six designated stations and on-demand instructional videos to personalize training for both baseball and softball players.

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SHANE HULSEY

The newest Muddy Buddy, Shane Hulsey, joins Club Muddy and talks about his love of sports, his love of Quincy (he is a Missouri native who graduated from Quincy University) and doing pickle shots with Ashley and Brittany.

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TYLER TOMLINSON

The dreamy Tyler Tomlinson jumps into Frankie Say this week and talks about soccer, broadcasting, coaching and teaching at the collegiate level. He also says nicer things about J. Robert Gough than anyone has said about him on any Muddy River News podcast to date. A&B Properties brings you Frankie Say.

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LONESTAR AND COFFEE TALK

Ashley and Brittany talk about college life at Quincy University on EFB’s Coffee Talk and then Ron Kinscherf chats with Michael Britt of Lonestar, who will be appearing in Quincy on May 26 at the Gem City Concert Series. 

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TEK FORWARD

Ron Kinscherf talks to Luis Barnes of Tek Forward, a company that offers Basic Computer Skills, Basic Software Development, Frontend Developer, Backend Developer and Full Stack Development. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank sponsor Business Spotlight.

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