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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That’s It Folks! Missouri Mall Gets Notice of Final Closing Date
A mall that has been a staple in the Chesterfield area received its final date of when it will permanently close.
Here’s The Best Pizza Restaurants in Illinois – According to AI
We can agree all day long where the best place to get pizza in Illinois is. Personally, there are some great options here in the Tri-States, but according to AI, these are the best places to go for a slice.
AI Picks The Best Pizza Restaurant
It's no surprise that most places are in Chicago, which I don't like, but there they are...
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If you're looking for a romantic place to stay for Valentine's Day this Missouri Airbnb could be it.
Illinois Has 7 of the Safest College Towns in the Nation
Illinois gets a bad rep for many things, but there are seven good things about the Land of Lincoln. It's home to seven of the safest college towns in the nation.
First Country Artist Coming to the Illinois State Fair Announced
It's that time...we are getting announcements of who will be coming to the Illinois State Fair and we have the first country artists announcement.
Stressed? These 3 Missouri Towns Will Help Escape Hectic Life
Life, work, kids, trying to balance it all can be stressful. Well, you can get away and destress at one of these three Missouri towns just named to best places to do that.
Missouri Hotel Recognized for It’s Outstanding Room Service
I've never been the one to use any room service when staying in a hotel, but I might have to start.
Did You Know That These 15 Famous People are Buried in Missouri?
Animals, baseball players, musicians, fashion designers, actors, and all call Missouri their final resting place.
Experts Claim Illinois is the Most Hated State in the Country
Listen, it's not easy living in Illinois, but many of us (12.7 Million to be exact) call Illinois home. However, a new survey is claiming that the state is the most hated in the entire country.
Discover The Most Underrated Restaurants In Missouri
We also discover the best of the best when it comes to restaurants in the Show-Me State, but what about those that are undiscovered?