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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Illinois Landmark Named One of America’s Most Stunning Sights
Of all the iconic landmarks in Illinois, experts claim this one is the most stunning. But honestly... it's just okay.
Cloud Gate
Cloud Gate, better known as "The Bean," is beautiful, sure. It's a shiny, reflective piece of art in Millennium Park, Chicago, where you can snap some cool photos of the skyline...
Mark Your Calendar-Truck-or-Treat & Fall Events in the Tri-States
Looking for a safe way to trick-or-treat with your little goblins there are several events to enjoy.
Illinois Country Music Fest Announced Massive Lineup for 2025
One of the biggest country music festivals just announced their lineup and it's the biggest to date.
Missouri has 137 Locations of the Best Convenience Store
There is one that is standing out of the rest and it's NOT Buc-ees!
HGTV Claims This Missouri House The Scariest in the Nation
According to HGTV, nine homes were picked from thousands of entries to be some of the best in the nation. One of those nine is located in Missouri.
Adopt Zoey the Pointer Mix with Lots of Love to Give
Get ready for cuteness overload!
Missouri Faces Grocery Item Shortages Due to Port Strike
Heads up—some grocery store items might be harder to find soon, all thanks to the ongoing port strike.
Traffic Light Study Set for 25th & Broadway in Quincy
A traffic light study will begin on October 7th to determine if traffic lights are needed at 25th & Broadway in Quincy.
Stores We Miss in Quincy & Hannibal – We Want Them Back
There are some stores that we love to visit often. Many don't last forever, but there are some that we wish would.
Bootastic: Missouri Among Top 10 Most Haunted States in the USA
A new ranking came out listing the top-ranked haunted states in America and to no surprise Missouri made the top ten list.