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July 11, 2024 | By Muddy River News
QUINCY — Richard W. Elsenpeter “(“Toby Dick Ellis”)”, passed away Wednesday afternoon. “Toby Dick” was an icon, and early pioneer, of television in Quincy. His television program “Possum Holler Opry” was the gold standard of local television and ran for 10 years on WGEM, from 1960 – 1970. We had a Muddy River Gems feature…
Read Full Article July 9, 2024 | By David Adam, MRN Editor
QUINCY — A Quincy man charged with four felonies in connection with a shooting Saturday afternoon in the TJ Maxx parking lot at the Prairie Crossing Shopping Center will remain in the Adams County Jail. However, the man’s attorney said his client was acting in self-defense. Alan C. Pacheco, 21, appeared in Adams County Circuit…
Read Full Article July 7, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
Steve Eighinger, aka “Stevie Dirt”, aka “Stevie Love”, discusses writing his 1000th Daily Dirt, racing and a variety of other topics.
Read Full Article July 6, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
Frankie Murphy-Giesing with Walter Louis Fluid Technologies talks to MRN’s Ron Kinscherf about the water businesses and how to treat it for commercial, industrial and consumer use. Rober & Phillilps and Mercantile Bank bring you Business Spotlight.
Read Full Article July 5, 2024 | By BRENT CLAIR AND NATHAN JONES
Most of us who were alive then remember the Flood of 1993. Well, this has been a pretty wet spring and early summer so far and what are the chances that the Mississippi River gets high enough for us to worry? Meteorologist Brent Clair and Nathan Jones discuss the scenario that could lead to flooding…
Read Full Article July 4, 2024 | By Muddy River News
Fireworks aren’t the only thing up in the air this Fourth of July. On this episode of Road Trips with Randy, we fly with Scott Davis, who bought his own airplane and is learning to fly. We will also take a ride in an antique aircraft and see the sites over Quincy. This episode is…
Read Full Article July 3, 2024 | By Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips
Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips take you through Quincy’s elevator manufacturer, which is celebrating its 125th anniversary. Dot Foods brings you Muddy River Gems.
Read Full Article June 30, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
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.
Read Full Article June 29, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
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.
Read Full Article June 23, 2024 | By Muddy River News
Ashley Conrad talks to proponents and opponents of using tax incentives to create a new development of restaurants at 54th and Broadway. Proponents are Bret Austin and Ryan Hinkamper. Opponents are Gabe McClean, Trevor Beck and Adam Booth.
Read Full Article June 16, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
The president of the Quincy Park Board and chairman of the city’s Human Rights Commission is this week’s guest on MRN This Week.
Read Full Article June 15, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
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.
Read Full Article June 9, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
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.
Read Full Article June 8, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
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…
Read Full Article June 3, 2024 | By RANDY PHILLIPS
Randy Phillips gives you a look at this past weekend’s Fishing for Freedom event.
Read Full Article June 3, 2024 | By Muddy River News
Brittany and Randy took time from slinging bier at Germanfest to ask people why they read, watch and love Muddy River News.
Read Full Article May 27, 2024 | By Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips
Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips take you to Quincy’s Illinois Veterans Home, which is undergoing nearly $300 million in new construction. Terry Prince, director of the Illinois Veterans Administration, gives you a tour of this sacred part of Quincy’s history. Dot Foods brings you Muddy River Gems.
Read Full Article May 26, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
Rev. Orville Jones and Lena Jones stop by to talk about the community’s upcoming Juneteenth celebration.
Read Full Article May 20, 2024 | By PAID PROMOTIONAL
You have until May 28 to sign up for Wing Fest, presented by The Scoreboard on June 1 at 2 pm. Come try several great wings and sauces.
Read Full Article May 17, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
MRN’s Ron Kinscherf chats with Michael Britt of Lonestar, who will be appearing in Quincy on May 26 at the Gem City Concert Series.
Read Full Article May 12, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
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.
Read Full Article May 6, 2024 | By Mark McDonald and Randy Phillips
You can find almost anything associated with corn in Adams County. Where? That’s for you to find out by watching this month’s Muddy River Gems, presented by Dot Foods.
Read Full Article May 4, 2024 | By Muddy River News
Ron Kinscherf and friends (along with Randy Phillips) show you how much fun the Ultimate Brick Show is at the Oakley-Lindsay Center.
Read Full Article April 28, 2024 | By J. Robert Gough, Publisher
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 Full Article April 27, 2024 | By Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent
MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Rich Niemann, Jr. and Richie Niemann of Niemann Foods about the company’s growth and business diversity.
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