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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New ‘Sinful’ Survey Claims Illinois is a Devilishly Evil State
Greed, jealousy, anger & hatred, and lust all contribute to Illinois becoming one of the Most Sinful states in the nation. But are we really surprised?
Look Inside Unique Illinois Home Let’s You Live with Your Horses
There is one house in Illinois that allows you to sleep with horses and it's for sale.
Exquisite Illinois Home Has Epic Garage for Car Enthusiast
This 7-acre estate has everything you would want including a garage for the car addict in your family.
Got Tacos? Illinois Taco Trail Will Have You Savoring Every Bite
Now, this is a trail I can get behind. A website claims they have found the best road trail leading to some of the best Mexican restaurants in Illinois, but they left off a few restaurants in the Tri-States.
Take a Hike! See Some of the Most Amazing Waterfalls in Illinois
As you're planning your spring and summer trips you might want to put these hidden Illinois gems on a bucket list to visit this year.
Experts Say One of the Best Road Trips to Take is in Illinois
Planning your spring break or summer vacation? You might want to take an epic road trip this year.
2022 Year End Report the Top 10 Most Dangerous Towns in Illinois
Out of the 1,369 cities in Illinois, 10 of them have been ranked as the most dangerous for 2022.
Mystery Underground Bunker Discovered in Abandoned Farmhouse
The secret underground bunker was most likely used to help wounded Civil War soldiers.
These Baby Names Have Been Ruled Illegal To Use in the U.S.
Picking a name for your newborn is both exciting and sometimes can be very hard. However, whatever you do there are some names that are banned in the US and you can't use them.
Watch As Adorable Girl From Illinois Tires To Capture The Grinch
There's nothing more special than watching kids light up with joy this time of year. Well, one little girl from Illinois was not going to let Mr. Grinch steal her fun.