Current co-host of the “Mornings with Mark and Sam” show on 97.9 KICK-FM. Mark is a graduate of the Conservatory at The Second City in Chicago and holds a degree in Acting from Northern Illinois University. Mark is also the host of “On the Mark”, an hour of honest sports talk every Saturday morning on News Talk 1070 KHMO-Am. His love for sports followed him from Chicago never missing an opportunity to watch the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or Hawks. In 2022, Mark received the Missouri Broadcasting Award for Best Sports Personality Small Market. Mark enjoys time with his wife and family, history, and random facts. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkHespen
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Which side of the “Water War” in Missouri are you on?
There is a war breaking out in Missouri over the state's water, which side are you on? Here are the details you need to know...
The 5 Biggest Storylines for The Masters 2024
It is golf's biggest weekend, The Masters is back! What are the storylines that golf executives are hoping come true Sunday night when the tournament ends?
Yelp Experts say Missouri has one of the Top 5 Hikes in the US
If you are looking to take a breathtakingly beautiful hike this spring then don't leave the Show-Me State of Missouri, here is the hike that Yelp experts say is one of the top 5 in the entire country...
Illinois Lawmakers MUST Pass this Law to Help Patients
This is one of those rare bills that should have unanimous support from the Right and the Left in the Land of Lincoln. Here are the details of the bill that lawmakers in Illinois need to pass ASAP.
Reports show Illinois has a MASSIVE problem in its Prisons
Experts are saying that the prisons in the Land of Lincoln are failing miserably in one key category that the inmates need, why is this happening? Here are the details you need to know...
Illinois News: Illinois is debuting a “Revamped” DMV Design
The days of the old DMV are coming to an end in the Land of Lincoln, so what exactly does this "new" DMV of the future look like? Here is what we know so far...
Will Morgan Wallen’s Missouri Tour Date Be Canceled?
Country Music is reacting to the breaking news of Morgan Wallen's latest arrest, and many fans are left wondering will their upcoming shows be canceled...
Missouri News: Experts give Missouri a LOW Work from Home score
Why do experts believe that Missouri is one of the worst states to work from home in? Here is what the data and the experts are saying about working from home in the Show-Me State...
Illinois News: Lawmakers MUST Pass this Bill Protecting Students
If you truly believe in keeping students safe, then you must support this new bill lawmakers in Illinois are debating. Here are the details on House Bill 4241 up for vote in the Land of Lincoln...
Yelp claims one Missouri Restaurant has ELITE Deep Dish Pizza
Where in Missouri can you find one of the best Deep Dish Pizzas according to the experts at Yelp? The answer surprised us, we had never even heard of the town this restaurant is located in!