ERIC ENTRUP

Alderman Eric Entrup (R-1st Ward) talks to Ashley and Brittany about city government, property taxes and pensionS. Also, Brittany asks permission to drink, which has probably never, ever happened.

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ANN BOLAND

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany put a bow on the roundabout and hope to never talk about it again. Then, Ashley and Brittany sit with Ann Boland and try to get her to talk about her active and charitable life. This universally-beloved woman has been honored by many groups, but being on Club Muddy probably tops…

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MEGAN REDSHAW

Ashley and Brittany fangirl hard over this lawyer, journalist, mom, wife and homesteader who lives in Marion County and has a business relationship with a member of a certain family who is a political dynasty. Bobby wanted to talk political conventions, but the ladies hate everyone so that didn’t go far.

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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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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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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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TRENTON PAUL MURFIN

Bobby talks about summer vacation plans with Ashley and Brittany and avoiding connecting flights. Then Trenton Paul Murfin stops by to talk about community involvement as a young adult and making the choice to live and work in his hometown. Sort of like Ashley and Brittany did when they were young adults.

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JEN WIEMELT

Ashley and Brittany question Bobby’s street cred before they talk about Muddy River’s upcoming third birthday. Then Jen Wiemelt stops by to talk about education and parenting.

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APRIL 23, 2024

Ashley chats with the folks from the American Legion about their facility as we as veterans support. Then, we learn about a benefit in Palmyra to help a family with some major medical issues.

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RYAN TANNER

The co-owner of The Patio stops by to talk about his passion projects, including an update on the Illinois State Bank building, as well as adapting and evolving as an epic entrepreneur. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany also discuss the wonder that is Caitlin Clark.

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EFB’s COFFEE TALK and HY-VEE’s EASTER BUNNY

Coffee Talk talks a walk down the block to visit the sponsor, Electric Fountain Brewing, and Ryan Parkhurst from Hy-Vee brings the Easter Bunny by to get kids ready for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Also a note: Alderman Jake Reed offered up an apology on Facebook for his statement regarding our Club Muddy interview…

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KYLE MOORE

The former Quincy mayor is one more election away from being the next Illinois state representative for the 99th District. Bobby and Brittany talk to him about elections, party politics and how he might move forward with GREDF, should he win in November. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany also talk about the dangers of text chains…

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KENZIE VALLEE

On today’s Club Muddy, we present something that might not appeal to some of you, but it is something that is part of a national debate. If you haven’t heard of OnlyFans, it’s a Website that allows influencers to monetize their content. Just like TikTok or Instagram. But OnlyFans allows pornographic content. And Ashley Conrad…

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BIDS FOR KIDS AND EFB’S COFFEE TALK

Craig Heming with Quincy Noon Kiwanis drops by to promote the Bids for Kids Auction that starts Thursday. All kinds of great things to buy for a great cause. Then Brittany and Ashley announce our new “Coffee Talk” sponsor: Electric Fountain Brewing! Our Sixth Street neighbor.

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CHAD LANDBANK AND THE ROUNDABOUTS

No, it’s not the name of a 1960’s pop band, but of today’s Club Muddy, where Brittany gets to talk to the director of the Two Rivers Land Bank Authority, Chad Frederick, or known in the MRN office as “Chad Landbank”. We ask about the organization’s potential benefits to the community and its procedures, which…

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CAMP CALLAHAN AND PARTNERS IN BLOOM

Ashley talks about Camp Callahan with Randy and Anita Callahan and their family’s long-time commitment to providing a wonderful setting for those with special needs. Then Natalie Cornwell from the United Way talks about the Partners in Bloom display, going on TODAY at Town and Country Inn and Suites. leading up to tonight’s annual meeting.

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SEX AND COFFEE TALK

Ashley talks to Leah Heming from Heming Sexual Wellness  about how sex counseling helps people discover and understand the root cause of sexual dissatisfaction, and enhance their knowledge of sexual health. Ashley and Brittany then talk about the Great Facebook Crash of 2024 and rising water bills.  

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ERIN DUSCH

Ashley complains about how the MRN camera angles accent her assets while enjoying one of several National Margarita Days with Bobby and Brittany. Then QPD’s Erin Dusch talks about like as an officer at Quincy High School and how she went from being “The Terror of Oak Street” to a life of service.

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DOB, THE BBB AND MORE BEES

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…

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Ashley’s hair, Brittany’s car and the Head Cowboy in Charge

Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll briefly visit with Muddy River News Editor David Adam to talk about Ashley’s trip to the salon, Brittany’s car problems and the news about the Range at KC project. Ashley and Brittany then meet with Terry Good, a Professional Bull Riders photographer and a retired sergeant with the Drug Enforcement…

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LOGAN KAMMERER

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany give thanks to QPD and their efforts in Thursday’s shooting. Prayers and best wishes for the officers involved and the department as a whole. Brittany then makes fun of Bobby’s driving and then we get to listen to the talented Logan Kammerer play his guitar. Ashley and Logan are cousins. She’s…

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Snowmageddon …but first, DOB and the BBB

Meteorologist Brent Clair gives us the latest on this week’s snow. Teachers and kids have started their snow day dances, even though they haven’t had a full week of school in a month. Don O’Brien from the Better Business Bureau gives Ashley five resolutions to make sure she doesn’t get scammed this year.

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Adam Yates

We convince Quincy Police Chief Adam Yates to lose the uniform for a day, but his cocktail was Diet Pepsi. Ashley and Brittany made up for his drinking (Okay, Bob was in on that too). Adam talks about some non-police issues and some on the job stuff as he wraps up a year as chief.…

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Andy Douglas

Three Blue Devils get together to talk hoops…well, sort of. QHS basketball coach Andy Douglas gives Ashley and Brittany a glimpse of what Blue Devil Basketball means. Before that, Bobby talks to the ladies about his vacay.

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The Holiday Gift Show

DAILY MUDDY: DOB and the BBB and it's Holiday Gift Show Time!

Don O’Brien from the Better Business Bureau joins Ashley to talk about holiday online scams and then David Adam and Maggie Flowerree reminisce about the Pink Monkeys soccer team, but then get you ready for this weekend’s Holiday Gift Show at the Oakley-Lindsay Center.

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Nora Baldner

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about how local news has changed over the last 30 years. Nora Baldner, QU communications professor, joins the ladies to discuss those changes from her experience as a teacher and journalist.

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K-9 Kelby and Roy

Bobby, Ashley and Brittany talk about some of the strange local news happenings that took place this week and Kelby Rescinito of the Quincy Police Department brings K-9 officer Roy by and the ladies talk about the life of a K-9 Unit.

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Homeward Bound Waggin and Coffee Talk

DAILY MUDDY: Homeward Bound Waggin and Coffee Talk

Ronna Robertson lets us know what it takes to run a pet rescue as she talks to Ashley Conrad about Homeward Bound Waggin. Then Brittany Boll stops by for Coffee Talk about how moms dress and the top three things in the news this week.

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The Elks Lodge and learn to weld at JWCC

DAILY MUDDY: The Elks Lodge and learn to weld at JWCC

Ashley talks to Kathleen Rodgers about upcoming events at John Wood Community College including a garage welding class and a Trunk or Treat for the kids. Then Carlene Spohr and Ashley swap stories about the Quincy Elks Lodge and talk about membership, along with the club’s scenic view.

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Bill Terlisner

David, Ashley and Brittany talk about the Quincy as a sanctuary city then former QU football coach and current bar owner/slash insurance guy Bill Terlisner joins the Club to talk about gaming, coaching and one of his former players, Tim Bliefnick.

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David Adam, Sunshine Hero

DAILY MUDDY: David Adam

MRN’s David Adam received his award from the Missouri Sunshine Coalition and the Missouri Press Association over the weekend. MRN’s Ashley Conrad lavishes praise and David blushes.

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Kyle Moore’s pre-announcement interview

As we recorded Club Muddy on Thursday evening, Kyle Moore was on the cusp of making a major announcement. The Dodgers fan artfully dodged, but then made it official Friday morning. Brittany, Bobby and Ashley talked about the riverfront saga before we grilled Kyle about running for office and his encounter with President Trump when…

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It’s Mutt Strut time

DAILY MUDDY: It's Mutt Strut time

Pilar Brumbaugh from the Quincy Humane Society stops by to talk about the upcoming Mutt Strut and Meg Duncan is in from Hannibal and she and Ashley talk about the latest news from America’s Hometown.

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JWCC Wine Pull and concert ticket giveaway winner

DAILY MUDDY: JWCC Wine Pull and concert ticket giveaway winner

Barb Holthaus of the John Wood Foundation tells us about the JWCC Wine Pull fundraiser, which is Thursday, Sept. 21 and tickets are still available. Brittany and Ashley also get together for their first Coffee Talk together for a month to give away tickets to Flo Rida and Ludacris in Normal. Congrats to Lacey Ross…

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Books and Planes

DAILY MUDDY: Books and Planes

Ashley’s back! Tanned, rested and ready. She talks to Eric Brandhorst of the Quincy Public Library about the Community Read and our Muddy Buddy Randy Phillips about this weekend’s Stinson airplane event at Baldwin Field.

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Tracy Lawrence and Annie Bushmeyer

DAILY MUDDY: Tracy Lawrence and Annie Bushmeyer

Ron Kinscherf talks to the stars who are performing Sunday at On the Rail: Country music superstar Tracy Lawrence and Quincy’s own Annie Bushmeyer and The Annie B Band. Ashley and Megan Duncan get caught up on what’s happening in Hannibal and Bill Machold stops by to let us know what’s coming up for the…

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Labor Day weekend and tailgating with The Liquor Booth

Ashley and Brittany stop in to see Dues at The Liquor Booth and learn more about sports. They also sample what’s hot for Labor Day Weekend and the beginning of football season. Nathan Halfpap of Good Samaritan Home also talks to Ashley about their upcoming fundraiser and projects happening around the facility.

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