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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Big Reasons to Add Charming Illinois Town to Your Bucket Lists
This small Illinois town may not be Chicago, but it's packed with BIG things you must see.
The Nation’s Best Steakhouse Has Only 2 Spots in Missouri
It's known as the best steakhouse in the country, but you probably never have heard of it.
Route 66 Museum in Illinois is a Top U.S. Attraction for Car Fans
Whether you call them vintage or classic, one museum in Illinois is known for having some of the best cars in the nation all at once.
Missouri’s Ghostly Hotspots Put It Among Top 10 Haunted States
A dark house in St. Louis, which became popular in a movie, is one of the many reasons why Missouri ranks among the top 10 in the nation for being the most haunted.
Missouri’s Hidden Gem for Brunch & Breakfast is Short Drive Away
Eggs, bacon, toast, pancakes, French toast, and more can be tried at this hidden gem of a restaurant that you need to have on your bucket list.
Meet Kay: The Sweet Pup Ready to Find Her Fur-Ever Home
How can you resist this face?
Report Says Michael Jordan’s Illinois Mansion May Finally Be Sold
It's been on the market for quite a while now, but there is a report that Michael Jordan's Chicago, Illinois mansion may finally be sold.
Rats on the Rise: 2 Missouri Cities Among Top for Infestations
Not a list any city wants to be on, but for Missouri, there are two cities on the list for having rat infestations. The bad news it's getting worse each year.
Oh, What a Night! Quincy Community Theatre Announces 2025 Season
Get ready for an unbelievable 2025 at the Quincy Community Theatre.
Level Up Your Stay at This Illinois Airbnb is Every Gamer’s Dream
If you have a gamer in your family, or you are one, then this Illinois Airbnb is a must-stay place that will keep you busy during your stay.