Posts Tagged ‘Bob Gough’
AUGUST 29
News, weather and sports all for you on Muddy River Mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency. Bob Gough and Brittany Boll give you a recap of the week and a look at the weekend ahead. The weekends starts tonight with the return of high school football. Matt Schuckman and Chris Duerr give you a quick…
Read MoreAUGUST 22
A recap of the week’s top stories and a look ahead to a busy weekend that looks to have fabulous weather. It’s also “Week Zero” for local high school football, as Matt Schuckman and Chris Duerr explain. Bob Gough and Brittany Boll bring you Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency.
Read MoreBEAU BECRAFT
Brittany is late to the party with her Muddy World Order swag, which you can order here, but she Ashley and Bobby discuss nuisance abatement, property rights and do good fences make good neighbors? Then the multi-talented Beau Becraft joins the Club to talk about marketing, production and media in general.
Read MoreAugust 15
Bob Gough and Brittany Boll get you caught up on the top stories of the week and look ahead to a busy weekend in Quincy. Matt Schuckman and Chris Duerr let you know what they’ve been working on since high school fall practices started on Monday, and meteorologist Brent Clair says the heat is back…
Read MoreCHRIS DUERR AND GOOD WINE
The newest Muddy Buddy is more than just a sports dude. He likes wine, movies, TV and LOVES being a grandpa as well the Sacramento Kings (he’ll tell you why). He also brought the boujie to Bobby and Ashley with his vino selection. And the “Muddy World Order” shirts will be available soon.
Read MoreAugust 8
Ashley Conrad makes a guest appearance for Brittany Boll. Ashley and Bob get you updated on the week that was and let you know what is going around our area this weekend. Muddy River Mornings is driven by Hess Auto Agency.
Read MoreALLISON HUBER
As Muddy River News prepares for team coverage of next week’s Quincy School Board meeting and accompanying protest beforehand, we talk to one of the Quincy Public School parents who helped get the word out and expresses her frustrations (along with many) about how the school district has handled the situation. Randy, Bobby and Brittany…
Read MoreJULY 18
Let’s hope a little rain doesn’t spoil a bunch of great weekend plans including tonight’s Gavin Adcock’s Gem City Concert Series performance and the MARS tour at Quincy Raceways on Sunday night. Here’s Muddy River Mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency.
Read MoreBIRD WATCHING WITH MARCY PHILLIPS
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the United States of Canada vs. Jesusland and the Musk-Trump divorce (who could’ve seen that coming?). Then Marcy Phillips joins her husband, Randy, and Brittany to talk about bird watching near and far.
Read MoreMRM for April 11
A recap of the week’s events and a look ahead. It’s Muddy River mornings driven by Hess Auto Agency.
Read MoreLINDA MOORE
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the mayor’s race then they hear from the winner herself — Mayor-elect Linda Moore
Read MoreMRM April 4, 2025
Today’s edition of Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency. Interviews, news, weather, sports and Brittany’s hair!
Read MoreRONNIE MCKENZIE
From educating people about ASL to using his platform to spread awareness and positivity, Ronnie McKenzie is redefining what it means to be an advocate in the digital age. We’re so excited for this special Club Muddy to share his journey, his insights, and his mission to make the world more inclusive. Then, Bobby joins…
Read MoreMRM for March 21, 2025
Bob Gough and Brittany Boll bring you Muddy River Mornings, driven by Hess Auto Agency.
Read MoreSAM DANCER AND MAKE QUINCY HEALTHY AGAIN
Ashley begrudgingly admits Bobby was right about local school tax rates. Brittany and Ashley unveil their Make Quincy Healthy Again tax plan and then talk health, fitness and local development with Sam Dancer.
Read MoreBOB GOUGH
Ron Kinscherf and Bob Gough talk about the origins of Muddy River News and what the company is looking at in terms of growth and expansion in 2025. Rober & Phillips and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.
Read MoreERIC 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.
Read MoreKYLE MOORE
MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to State Representative-elect Kyle Moore, who will represent the 99th District in Illinois come Jan. 8.
Read MoreROUNDABOUT ROUNDUP AND THE ELECTION IS NIGH
Will the roundabout talk end Monday night? Will the world end Tuesday night? How much for Brittany and/or Ashley to wash your car? We answer all of these questions on a very special Club Muddy.
Read MoreANN 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…
Read MoreSchool Resource Officers
Adams County Board Chairman Kent Snider and Sheriff Tony Grootens sit down with MRN’s J. Robert Gough to discuss their plan to place school resource officers from the sheriff’s department into the county schools.
Read MoreSTEVE HOMAN
Ashley and Brittany get their wish as the outspoken Steve Homan joins the Club. Before that, Bobby, Brittany and Ashley talk about the controversial Quincy Catholic Schools reorganization plan and the return of the Gem City Concert Series.
Read MoreNEW KNEES WITH DR. CRICKARD AND BIRTHDAY OF THE MONTH
Bob talks to Dr. George Crickard of Quincy Medical Group about the newest in knee and hip replacement technology and how it has advanced in his more than 25 years of practice. Then, we go to Ashley and Brittany on the scene for EFB Coffee Talk at Celebrations to give us the Birthday of the…
Read MoreMEGAN 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.
Read MoreASPEN GENGENBACHER
Aspen Gengenbacher takes a ride on the Muddy River with Ashley and Brittany and Bobby tries out the producer’s chair.
Read MoreDAX 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.
Read MoreKELLY 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,…
Read MoreKatherine Roskamp-Ellerbrock, Quincy Museum
The new director of the Quincy Museum stops by to talk about what the mansion at 1601 Maine has to offer. From tours, to meetings and special events, let them know how they can host you or your group.
Read MoreJEFF SCOTT QUINCY GRAND PRIX
Jeff Scott takes a breath before the set up of South Park to talk about bringing back the Quincy Grand Prix. Bobby, Brittany and Ashley also talk about the pros and cons of taking gubmint money.
Read MoreCHUCK SCHOLZ, ADAMS COUNTY BICENTENNIAL
Adams County turns 200 next year. Former Quincy Mayor Chuck Scholz is chairing the county’s bicentennial commission and talks about how we will celebrate. He also drops several nuggets of knowledge as well.
Read MoreTRENTON 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.
Read MoreSHANE MCDERMOTT
Shane McDermott talks to Ashley and Brittany about coming back from spending time in prison to raising a family and running a successful business.
Read MoreBIRTHDAY WRAP AND GOAT YOGA
MRN’s J. Robert Gough chats with Ashley about the company’s birthday celebration and Shalia O’Dear from Blessing-Riemann College of Nursing stops by to talk about this weekend’s goat yoga event.
Read MoreMARTHA RAPP, JWCC ANNIVERSARY BOOK
Author Martha Rapp discusses the 50th Anniversary John Wood Community College book that chronicles the school’s history. If you would like to purchase a copy, contact the JWCC Foundation at 217.641.4105 or by email at foundation@jwcc.edu.
Read MoreJEN 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.
Read MoreRYAN 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.
Read MoreBOLL-CONRAD ’24
Ashley and Brittany discuss their platform, their agenda and their goals as they decide who is going to be on top … of the ticket. Bobby just sips his Lagavulin.
Read MoreMORNING MUDDY for April 5, 2024
A look at what is coming up this weekend on Muddy River News.
Read MoreTHE MORNING MUDDY FOR APRIL 3, 2024
A look at what’s coming up on today’s edition of Muddy River News.
Read MoreTIF TALK WITH QUINCY’S CITY PLANNERS
MRN’s J. Robert Gough talks to Chuck Bevelheimer and Jason Parrott with the City of Quincy about the proposed “TIF South” that the Quincy City Council is considering.
Read MoreJEFFREY CONTE AND PREVENTING POOPOCALYPSE
Bobby talks about road tripping to Rockford to hang out with his kids. Then, Ashley and Brittany talk to Jeffrey Conte, director of public works for the City of Quincy, about water, sewers, streets and buying expensive stuff online.
Read MoreKYLE 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…
Read MoreCHAD 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…
Read MoreCASTING CROWNS UPDATE AND DEEP THOUGHTS
WGCA’s Gregory Haubrich has an update on the rescheduled Casting Crowns concert, now set for March 29, which is also Good Friday. Then, Dr. Brittany wants to have a therapy session and Ashley and Bobby take part. Actually a very real conversation you won’t want to miss.
Read MoreERIN 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.
Read MoreFAYE DANT, JIM’S JOURNEY
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.
Read MoreQUINCY BAY AND MACY FERGUSON-SMITH
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.
Read MoreSarah Quinn Deien
Randy Phillips joins Bobby and Brittany to talk about the good old days at KHQA when Randy, Bobby, Brittany’s mom and Sarah Deien all worked there. Randy also gets you ready for the next Muddy River Gems, which will debut Feb. 5.
Read MoreLOGAN 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…
Read MoreAdam 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.…
Read More2023 and the Year That Was
Ashley, Bobby and Brittany reflect on 2023, the good, the bad and the ugly in a very special edition of Club Muddy.
Read MoreMayor Mike Troup
Ashley, Brittany and Bobby talk about getting ready for Christmas then Quincy’s mayor stops by to discuss retail and the City Council and we see where he is on running for a second term.
Read MoreChris Pratt
Adams County Assistant Public Defender Chris Pratt talks about “switching teams” as he prepares to run for state’s attorney in Hancock County. He also discusses going back to school a little later in life, working at the late, great Elder’s Restaurant and sharing his name with a famous actor.
Read MoreRiverfront update and paying for legal help
Brittany gets the latest on Riverfront development from Tieraney Craig and then she and Bob have coffee talk with Bret Austin to talk about paying for the shortage of attorneys in Adams County.
Read MoreRick Gengenbacher
After more than 30 years with the Illinois Veterans Home, Rick Gengenbacher has retired. MRN Publisher J. Robert Gough talks to him about the facility and what he plans to do after stepping away from a place he still dearly loves.
Read MoreTom Frese
Tom Frese talks about how his family runs two small businesses and he and Ashley reflect on their party days at The Abbey.
Read MoreSteve Boll
Steve Boll wraps up 40 years of broadcasting next week as he retires from WTAD Radio. He talks about his career and changes in the overall media landscape with his daughter, Brittany Boll, and Ashley Conrad.
Read MoreNora 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.
Read MoreMuddy River Gems and The Scoreboard
Bobby and Brittany have two guests this week: Randy Phillips talks about Muddy River Gems and the history lessons viewers get with each episode and then Jimmie Patterson discusses his family’s purchase of The Scoreboard and the personal story behind it.
Read MoreVal’s Pals and Coffee Talk
Madonna Watters talks with Brittany about her Val’s Pals program that honors one of her sisters who died of cancer. Then, Brittany and Bob talk about the slippery slope of selling off parks.
Read MoreChris Gill
Chris Gill of the Quincy Catholic Elementary Schools talks about his new role with the schools and how he plans to help shape the future of Catholic education in Quincy.
Read MoreK-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.
Read MoreKathi Dooley
The matriarch emeritus of the Quincy Public Schools Music Department talks about how she came to Quincy and education and kids over the years.
Read MoreHousehold hazardous waste, interviewing and podcasting
Brittany Boll talks to Tony Dede with the Adams County Health Department about the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Day. Don’t forget to register! Then Brittany and Bob Gough have some coffee talk about interviewing and podcasting.
Read MoreHousehold Hazardous Waste Cleanup Day and Coffee Talk
Brittany Boll talks to Tony Dede with the Adams County Health Department about the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Day. Don’t forget to register! Then Brittany and Bob Gough have some coffee talk about interviewing and podcasting.
Read MoreKyle 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…
Read MoreChuck Lankey, The Patio
The Patio’s executive chef, Chuck Lankey, joins the club this week to talk about the restaurant where he has worked for 20 years and how he has bridged the generations with this iconic Quincy eatery.
Read MoreJ. Robert Gough
Frankie Murphy Giesing turns the tables and interviews MRN boss J. Robert Gough about starting Muddy River, journalism today and growing up in Perry, Missouri.
Read MoreRay Ray and Stevie Dirt
Ray Weast talks golf and tequila with Brittany and Bobby. Steve Eighinger also stops by for his first ever Club Muddy experience. And as we work on our studio conversion, please excuse the hollow audio. We’ll have it fixed for next week.
Read MoreAre you ready for some football at Instant Replay?
Bob and Brittany talk to Jim Schultz of Instant Replay as he prepares his wings for this Sunday and the kickoff of the NFL season. Bob also talks to Karen Cobern and learns a little history about the Women’s City Club and an event they are hosting at the Lorenzo Bull House this Saturday.
Read MoreThe Great Quincy Sandwich Debate Poll is up and running
Bob and Brittany fill in for the always-vacationing Ashley to launch the Great Quincy Sandwich Debate Poll. You have two weeks to vote, but you can only vote once (unless you’re sneaky). Also, the Covered Bottoms Diaper Drive is coming up and we talk to the organizers. National Diaper Need Awareness Week is scheduled for…
Read MoreBret Austin and unblocking Brittany
Bobby talks about his first Quincy Target experience, then Brittany and Ashley talk to Bret Austin about fantasy football, unblocking on Facebook, mea culpas and attempting to find common ground.
Read MoreHooligans
Josh Kiltz decided to buy a bar with his cousin AND THEN tell his wife he did it. How did that work out for him? We find out about how Hooligans came to be. David Adam, Bob Gough and Brittany Boll also talk about kids running around in the heat and how schools and other…
Read MoreEthan’s Rodeo, MRN Cookies and Ryan Schnack
MRN’s Bob Gough sits down with Alicia and Dave Weiman to talk about this weekend’s Ethan’s Rodeo and attorney Ryan Schnack talks about his health struggles and the issue of mold in the Adams County Courthouse.
Read MoreRyan Hinkamper, moonshine and mold
Bobby and Ashley talk to Ryan Hinkamper about bourbon, being a foodie, good cigars and the latest on the mold problem in the Adams County Courthouse. Hinkamper has been a member of the County Board since 2016. Brittany also brings the moonshine.
Read MoreCasey Schnack
Defense Attorney Casey Schnack joins the Club to talk about the Bliefnick case and all the reaction that came with it as the convicted murderer’s sentencing approaches on August 11. Ashley, Brittany and Casey also talk about feminism in today’s world. WARNING: This podcast has very graphic language. It was not edited out due to…
Read MoreState Street Sandwich Stop
Ashley and Bob devour the Philly Steak sandwich at State Street Bar and Grill as we continue the Great Quincy Sandwich Debate.
Read MoreThe Yohn Show
Ashley’s done with Bradley Yohn (who isn’t?), Brittany makes drinks and Bob talks about herding cats.
Read MoreProgramming changes announced as we enter our summer break
Ashley, Bobby and Frankie celebrate the fourth early and the team announces a new podcast and some tweaks to the old one.
Read MoreKelly’s is this week’s sandwich stop
Brittany Boll and Bob Gough try the buffalo chicken sandwich at Kelly’s. Brittany gets hers with “sexy sauce”. Watch and find out what that is. Also, Ashley Conrad gets an update on the Quincy Service League from Kate Rodemich.
Read MoreMedia Matters and how did our kids get this old?
Frankie, Bobby and Ashley discuss having kids at certain ages and about the ever-shifting landscape and evolution of local media.
Read MoreThe streets of Quincy
Not potholes, but actual living on the streets, or on the sidewalks. Or the parks. As summer approaches, the homeless become more visible. But nearly two years after the closing of the Welcome Inn, what progress has been made to alleviate the problem? What will the housing study that’s being conducted tell us?
Read MoreThe hammer drops on Tim Bliefnick
Brittany, Bobby and Ashley wrap up discussions of the Tim Bliefnick trial saga as it ends this week. The focus is now on how these families can move forward after such a terrible tragedy.
Read MoreAn apology and an update on the Bliefnick trial
Brittany, Bobby and Ashley get you caught up on the Tim Bliefnick murder trial through Thursday’s court testimony.
Read MoreRestaurant blues and the slow death of AM Radio
Frankie, Bobby and Ashley talk about tough times for local restaurant since the shutdown and many new cars are getting rid of AM radio. Quincy’s already lost one AM station and many others are going away nationally.
Read MoreProgress, or lack thereof
Frankie, Bobby and Ashley talk about the Riverfront, overall Quincy progress and why everything takes so long.
Read MoreRay Long
Ray Long of the Chicago Tribune covered the “ComEd 4” trial and also, literally, wrote the book on Michael Madigan, former speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives. He and MRN’s Bob Gough talk about the outcome and what it means for future lobbying efforts in the Statehouse
Read More…full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.’
It’s a Sausage Fest on Club Muddy as Frankie, Bobby and Davey discuss Alderman Mike Farha’s rant against Mayor Mike Troup and the budget vote which went ahead and happened anyway.
Read MoreMea Culpas all around
Frankie and Bobby admit they were wrong, then Ashley admits she was wrong all while enjoying some new product provided by Haubrich Enterprises.
Read MoreTile Pro
Bob Gough talks to Megan Schweitzer of Tile Pro about their company’s commitment to quality custom work. Megan also convinces Bob that backsplashes are important!
Read MoreTrans on Cans
Frankie, Bobby and Ashley talk about why people care (or don’t) about product marketing as both conservatives and liberals clutch their pearls over who is on a beer can or a bottle of syrup. A pod guaranteed to make everyone mad!
Read MoreAnother busy news week and Golden Bridges
Ashley Conrad and Bob Gough talk about what is on this week’s news docket and T Heberlein from Golden Bridges stops by to talk about senior moving.
Read MoreThe two sides of Mike McClain and of the Quincy School Board ‘slates’
Frankie, Bobby and Ashley return to their Crown Peach roots and talk politics while Bobby doesn’t let the Cardinals lack of pitching on Opening Day distract him.
Read MoreThe high cost of housing people…and buses
Frankie, Bobby and Brittany discuss the high cost of…everything it seems these days. Also the renter vs. landlord issue that probably will never go away.
Read MoreYoungLife and Coffee Talk
Bob Gough chats with Curtis Sethaler about the YoungLife program and a fundraiser they have coming up on April 16. Then, Ashley and Brittany talk about debates and forums on this week’s “Coffee Talk”.
Read MoreMurder in a small town
Ashley, Brittany and Bobby discuss the death of Becky Bliefnick, the arrest of Tim Bliefnick and how we need more patience and fewer presumptions when dealing with such a sensitive matter in our community. Oh, and they also talk about beer and basketball as Yuengling arrives at County Market and Haymakers just in time for…
Read MoreQuincy Mayor Mike Troup
Quincy Mayor Mike Troup talks about his State of the City speech during this week’s episode of Muddy River News This Week and discusses with MRN Editor David Adam about the city’s need for hotels, jobs and housing, as well as the most important question: When is Target going to open? Muddy River News This…
Read MorePay heem. Pay dat man hees money’
Ashley, Bobby and Frankie engage in some light-hearted banter as local events have been rather somber these days. And Bobby bugs the crap out of Ashley.
Read MoreForty days in the wilderness
Ashley, Bobby and Frankie talk about Lent and local crime.
Read MoreChips and salsa…and is it twerking or tweaking?
Davey sits in for Frankie and we talk chips and salsa differences at the various McClean establishments. Also Ashley thinks they made too much of Mahomes twerking or tweaking his ankle in the Super Bowl.
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