Sam's Blog

A new year is upon us soon, and with that new laws. There are several new laws that start January 1, 2020 in the state of Illinois, everything from increased traffic fines and an increase in minimum wage.  

Sharks, fish, turtles, and more will soon be available to see and experience in St. Louis. The St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station will finally open their doors Christmas Day.

If you haven't seen the new Festival of Lights display yet, tonight is the night you definitely want to attend.

The big man himself will make his Quincy debut this weekend, and he will be arriving in style.

The Festival of Trees are up, and for bid now through Saturday. You can still make a bid on some of these beautiful, donated trees, but time is running out.

To say thank you for their service to our nation, companies throughout the United States are offering free meals, services, or discounts to active and retired members of our Armed Services.

Whether it's a pastry or their angle food cupcakes, no matter what you get at Underbrink's Bakery its all delicious. And they bakery is getting recognized in a big way

The Festival of Lights (known in the past as Avenue of Lights) will be back after a five year break to Moorman Park. Volunteers are needed to help get all the light displays up by Thanksgiving.

For the rest of October, Arts Quincy is giving you an opportunity to fill out your calendar for Halloween. Everything from carving pumpkins, music, and an art crawl, Arts Quincy will fill up your calendar for the rest of the month.

No need to go to Disneyland to meet Elsa and Anna from Frozen, they are making their way to Quincy and want to meet all of you. If you have little ones that are obsessed with Elsa and Anna (like my girls are), make plans to see them at Bonkers (229 N. 48th St).