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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5 Good Things Illinois is Known For That People Want to Visit
Illinois is known for a LOT of bad things, but with the bad, there is good for the Land of Lincoln.
Illinois State Fair Adds Another Grandstand Mega Country Artist
Another major grandstand announcement just dropped from the Illinois State Fair.
Dangerous Bug Found in Missouri Has a Favorite Food – Blood
With nicer weather comes the creepy crawlies, and if you happen to see this particular bug kill it or run the other way.
The Longest Highway in Illinois Stretches Over 425 Miles
Well if you ever wanted to take that long-awaited road trip in Illinois you probably should take Route 45.
Hidden Gems: 6 Small Towns in Missouri You Have to See to Believe
Missouri is home to some amazing big cities to visit and live in. The Show-Me State also has some of the best small towns to get away and relax and recharge in
Still Open – Missouri Mall is Oldest Shopping Center in the Entire State
As shopping malls seem to be slowly disappearing, there is one in Missouri that is thriving and considered the oldest in the Show-Me State.
See if Your Name is on Missouri’s Largest Lost & Found List
You might have $5 or $500 on Missouri's largest lost and found list of unclaimed property.
Get Ready to Save with the Spring Bids for Bargains Radio Auction
The original radio auction Bids for Bargains is set to start on Tuesday, March 5th. Get ready to save on some amazing local businesses in the Tri-States.
Could The Feds to Take Over Every Illinois Cell Phone Again?
For the second time in less than a year, the Federal government is going to take over your cell phone.
Missouri Grocery Chain Testing Smart Carts – New Way of Shopping
There are smartwatches, smart cars, and smart homes, but when you go to a grocery store you might soon see smart carts.