Kurt Parsons is the Operations Manager for Townsquare Media Sedalia/Warrensburg. He began his broadcasting career at the age of 16 at his hometown radio station, KHMO, in Hannibal, Missouri. His career has included time with WJCL-FM in Savannah, Georgia; WKKW-FM in Morgantown, West Virginia; and WPWQ-FM in Quincy, Illinois. Before taking the Operations Manager position in Sedalia, Parsons spent three years as Digital Managing Editor, overseeing local content on station websites for Townsquare Media in Quincy, Illinois and Hannibal, Missouri.
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What is the Scariest Haunted House in the Tri-State Area [Poll]
It's October, which means Halloween's coming, which means it's time to start visiting haunted houses! In our area there are several haunted houses, haunted trails, haunted woods, even a haunted church that Halloween lovers can visit during the month. Which one is the scariest?
Safe Halloween For Kids Returns to Quincy on October 29
One of Quincy's newer annual Halloween events is Safe Halloween for Kids, which will return for its third year at the Eagle's Nest Hotel and Conference Center on October 29. Townsquare Media's Trisha O'Cheltree is one of the organizers of Safe Halloween for Kids. She took a moment to answer a few questions about this fun night that allows kids to trick-or-treat a hotel.
2015 Barry Apple Festival [Photo Gallery]
The 46th annual Barry Apple Festival was held Thursday, October 1 through Sunday, October 4 in Barry, Illinois. The Barry Apple Festival is one of the region's most popular fall traditions, drawing thousands of visitors to the small Pike County community.
TV’s Hercules, Kevin Sorbo, to Appear at Hannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal-LaGrange University will be holding their 74th annual Booster Banquet at 7 p.m. on Friday, November 20 at the Mabee Sports Complex. The Booster Banquet is known for bringing nationally known speakers to America's Hometown. This year, actor Kevin Sorbo - famous for his role as Hercules in the 1990s TV series Hercules: the Legendary Journeys, and more recently for starring in the hit indepe
Quincy Mall Bringing a ‘Kid-Friendly’ Zombie Apocalypse to Mall-oween
Quincy Mall celebrates Halloween every year with their popular Mall-oween trick-or-treat event. In 2015, the mall is jumping on the pop culture zombie bandwagon and will be bringing a "kid-friendly" zombie apocalypse to Mall-oween.
34 Pounds of Marijuana Seized Following Vehicle Search Near Monroe City
The Missouri State Highway Patrol says that two Illinois residents were arrested following a traffic stop on Highway 36 near Monroe City on Monday night.
October Country Concerts Within Driving Distance of the Quincy/Hannibal Area
Following a busy summer, and a surprisingly full concert calendar in September, October is a little slower month for live country music in the area. Still, there are a few good artists coming through the region in October.
Second Saturday Gallery Night – Behind the Scenes [Watch]
Second Saturday Gallery Night takes place every month in Hannibal. It gives the public a chance to enjoy an evening along Main Street, see new and special art exhibits, and maybe even win a prize. Michael Gaines, the executive director of the Hannibal Arts Council, gave us some behind the scenes info on this monthly tradition at Hannibal's art galleries.
Zombie Horde Wanted For Movie Being Shot in Hannibal
If you've ever wanted to be a zombie in a movie, here's your chance. The finishing touches are being put on American Revenant, a short film being shot in Hannibal that will bring the zombie apocalypse to America's Hometown. One big scene featuring a "zombie horde" still needs to be shot, and the local filmmakers being the project could use your help.
Hannibal Man Accused of Distributing Heroin
Hannibal Police say they arrested 23-year-old Devontae D. Ecford on Monday, September 14. Ecford is accused of selling heroin.