Current co-host of the “Mornings with Mark and Sam” show on 97.9 KICK-FM. Mark is a graduate of the Conservatory at The Second City in Chicago and holds a degree in Acting from Northern Illinois University. Mark is also the host of “On the Mark”, an hour of honest sports talk every Saturday morning on News Talk 1070 KHMO-Am. His love for sports followed him from Chicago never missing an opportunity to watch the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or Hawks. In 2022, Mark received the Missouri Broadcasting Award for Best Sports Personality Small Market. Mark enjoys time with his wife and family, history, and random facts. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkHespen
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Why you shouldn’t just “Flyover” this city in Illinois
A travel website compiled a list of great cities you should actually visit that are in "flyover" states, and one of the cities on this list is here in the Land of Lincoln and it deserves to be on this list!
Illinois is home to one of the Best Easter Egg Hunts in the US
Do you want an Easter Egg Hunt that is bigger and better than what your small-town park district or church is offering? If you do then you need to check out the Spring Egg-Stravaganza in Illinois which was named one of the Best Easter Egg Hunts in the US.
2 Steakhouses in Illinois made the list of “Best in the US”
Illinois is known for Deep-Dish Pizza, Hot Dogs loaded with toppings, and Steaks...? A list of the 50 best steakhouses in the US has been released and 2 of the steakhouses on this list are in the Land of Lincoln, one of them is in the top 10!
Illinois’ Most Expensive Restaurant has Strange Seating Options
When you try to book a table at the most expensive restaurant in Illinois you have to choose between one of 3 seating options, and if you want one of the options you have to have 5 people with you...Here are the details on this pricey, but apparently, delicious night out...
Multiple Illinois Towns make the List of Best Small Lake Towns
Illinois is not known for its lakes, but that didn't stop multiple towns from showing up on a travel website's list of the Best Small Lake Towns in the US, so which small lake towns in the Land of Lincoln are worth checking out?
3 of Yelp’s Top 100 Taco Spots are in Illinois
Illinois may not be located anywhere near Mexico but that doesn't mean that you can't get some really great tacos in the Land of Lincoln. According to Yelp, 3 of the top 100 taco places in the country are here in Illinois...
Chicago named one of the 10 Best Bachelorette Party Destinations
If you are about to tie the knot and you want to celebrate with a big-time fun adventure before saying "I do" then one website claims you need to head to Chicago for your bachelorette party!
The Best Pizza in Illinois according to Yelp is NOT in Chicago
It's not in Chicago, and it's not Deep Dish...So what is so great about this pizza from this small town in central Illinois?
Chicago named one of the 5 Best Cities for Kid Friendly Vacations
If you are looking for some family fun with your kids on your vacation, then there are very few places better to take your kids to this summer than Chicago. Here is why Chicago is ranked amongst the best places in the country for kid family vacations...
One of the Most Romantic Restaurants in the USA is in Illinois
Valentine's Day is less than 3 weeks away! So if you are looking for the most romantic evening possible you should check out this restaurant in Illinois that made the list of the most romantic restaurants in the USA...