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 Has 2 Interstates That Are Considered Most Dangerous
The stats are in, and you need to be aware of new dangerous interstates in Illinois.
Illinois Mansion is the Most Viewed Home in Entire State for 2023
This massive, glamorous, and expensive home in Illinois is listed at half the original cost and named the most viewed home in the Land of Lincoln for 2023.
The Number One Cause of Death in Illinois Has Been Revealed
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention just released the top causes of death in Illinois with some interesting statistics.
Yum! Best Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant in Illinois for Breakfast
Sometimes you just need that once go-to-place that helps you kick off your day right.
Illinois’ Smallest Village? Only 14 Call it Home in Pike County
We'll take small town life over the big city experience any day any time. That's why there's one place in Pike County that is special because it has a unique factoid attached to it. It's the smallest village in Illinois that only 14 still call home.
Unique & Bizarre Festivals in Illinois to Visit in 2024
If going to festivals is on your bucket list for 2024 you might want to put these Illinois festivals on your list.
Report Says Big Lots is Suddenly Closing a Location in Illinois
Well, this seems to have come out of nowhere. There are multiple reports that Big Lots has suddenly decided to close a location in Illinois as 2023 comes to an end.
3 Illinois Attractions Make List of World’s Biggest Tourist Traps
Not one but three attractions in Illinois rank on a list of the biggest tourist traps and they are all located in Chicago.
11 of the Most Mispronounced Towns by Illinois Tourist
I can barely pronounce these towns myself, so I would love to hear how tourists say them.
Prairie Farms Recalls Half Gallon Holiday Nog in Illinois
It's time to check your fridge! Prairie Farms Dairy Inc. has recalled their half gallon Holiday Nog due to potential egg allergen issues.