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.

Missouri Post Office Releases 2024 Holiday Ship Guidelines

Even Santa has deadlines to make sure packages get to everyone on time.

Missouri Zoo Announces Death of 17-Year Old African Lion

Some sad news from the St. Louis Zoo today. A beloved 17-year-old African Lion has died.

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.

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.

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.

What is The Most Famous House in Missouri?

Hard to pick just one because there are a few famous houses in the Show-Me State, but the experts at the Travel Channel have decided for us.

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.

Missouri’s 1.5 Million Gallon Aquarium is Best in the Nation

Home to 800 species and 35,000 animals from zebra sharks, to sea turtles call the Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium home.

Missouri Grocery Stores’ Best Thanksgiving Meal Deals of 2024

Many people worry about the cost of a Thanksgiving meal, but several grocery stores and online services are stepping in to help. Many stores are offering meal deals to ease the cost of Thanksgiving food, with prices ranging from $20 to $170, depending on how many people you're serving...

Missouri’s Favorite Theme Park Shines with 6.5M Christmas Lights

The nation's number one theme park transformed into a Christmas Holiday Spectacular event with 6.5 million lights.