Sam

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.

Tri-State Restaurants Worth the Drive According to You

We have some amazing restaurants in the Tri-States, and thanks to you I have now several that I have on my bucket list that I need to try.

10 Tailgating Commandments Every Missouri Football Fan Must Know

Are you ready for some football? I can't wait for football season to start and whether you cheer on local sports, college or professional there is one thing we all have in common...tailgating

Missouri’s Oldest & Largest Hot Air Balloon Event is Free for All

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8 Annoying Animals in Missouri You Can Hunt Year-Round

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HGTV Names Illinois Town Among the Nation’s Up & Coming

Known for its parks, museums, and university this Illinois town is getting national attention from HGTV for being up-and-coming.

Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives: Missouri Spot Now Ranked Best

Guy Fieri is famous for highlighting some of the best of the best when it comes to Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives and a new ranking highlights one of those restaurants in Missouri.

Is It Legal? Shocking Facts About Illinois Common Law Marriages

In the state of Illinois is a common law marriage valid?

Local Missouri Restaurant Among Best Hidden Gem in the Nation

Being among the best restaurants in the Show-Me State is a high honor and one Hannibal restaurant just received that recognition.

Missouri’s Ugliest Building is Something Out of a Comic Book

Missouri has some of the most beautiful buildings in the nation, but one stands out for the complete opposite.

Glorious Oasis in Camp Point, Illinois is a Horse Lover’s Dream

Close your eyes and try to imagine the ideal place where you can have a private oasis and enjoy your horses, too. There's a place in Camp Point, Illinois where that is a possibility.