Samantha Barnes is a Director of Content for Townsquare Media Quincy/Hannibal and Morning Show Co-Host on 97.9 KICK FM. She has been in radio for over 20 years in the Quincy/Hannibal area and lives here with her husband and two daughters. Sam is an avid Hallmark Channel fanatic, she loves everything Christmas and would have tree up all year if her husband let her. She is a Missouri Broadcaster Award Winner for Best in Documentary/Public Affairs and Air Talent for a Morning Drive. Samantha is originally from Brooklyn, New York but has called Quincy home for over 30 years and knows the local market very well.
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Looking for a New Bank? Missouri Has 5 of the Best in the Nation
If you're looking for a new bank to put all your hard-earned money in, check out one of these five Missouri banks just named on Forbes' Best Banks of America list.
5 of the Most Physically Demanding Jobs in Missouri
For me, I have it pretty easy in my day-to-day job responsibilities. I always say I don't have a physical job, but more of a mental job. However, these five physically demanding jobs in Missouri put mine to shame.
Experts Claim This is the Place in Missouri to Get The Best Pizza
WARNING: Bring your appetite to the one place experts claim is the best for pizza in Missouri.
One Missouri & Illinois Amazing Towns Made List to Visit in USA
We always talk about the bigger cities in the Show-Me State and Land of Lincoln, but several small towns need to get some love too.
See Inside Illinois Floating Airbnb Cabin A Music Lover’s Paradise
I am always looking for unique and fun places to stay and get away. I think I have found the perfect one for me, and you if you love music and vinyl records.
10 Incredible Easter Egg Hunts Planned for the Tri-State Area
Easter Sunday is coming up soon and a few Easter Egg Hunts are planned for the Tri-State Area.
Miranda Lambert to Perform at the Illinois State Fair
Another huge country artist was just announced for the Illinois State Fair.
One of the Best Diners in the Nation is Located in Illinois
Experts have claimed that they once again have found the best diner in the Land of Lincoln. While I admire their results, I am always a little biased when it comes to the best of the best in an entire state.
Are You Allowed to Sleep in Your Own Car in Illinois? Yes and No
With spring break coming up or going on now, many drivers will be taking to the road to get to their vacation destination. However, to save some money some might sleep in their car, but can you legally do that?
These Extreme Experiences in Missouri Will Leave You Wanting More
If you want extreme Missouri is home to some of the best thrill-seeking adventures. From rock climbing in Elephant State Park to zipling in the Ozarks there is something for everyone.