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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Missouri’s Best Burrito is – What Kids Say – Bussin’
I have to say though "bussin' is the right word to use when describing the best burrito in the Show-Me State.
10 Towns in Illinois Considered The Safest to Live in 2024
Illinois has its reputation for being a "not great state" to live in, but if you find yourself moving to Illinois or relocating there are safe and beautiful places to live in the Land of Lincoln.
300-Year-Old Illinois Church Known as Hidden Gem in the Nation
Dating back to the year 1699, this church holds the title of being one of the oldest continuously operating parishes in the United States.
Iconic Missouri & Illinois Best Regional Dishes That A.I Ruined
Robots are slowly taking over the world. We all know it, but now they have butchered some of Illinois and Missouri's best regional dishes making them look undesirable.
The Top Landowner in Illinois – Who Holds the Crown?
Ever wondered who holds the title of the largest landowner in Illinois? Prepare for a surprise, because it's not who you might expect.
1 Illinois and 1 Missouri University Among Best Party Schools
Trying to find that perfect college fit can but stressful, but maybe this new ranking will help. At least for the students anyway, not so much for the parents.
Missouri Lake Among Best for Crystal-Clear Water in the State
If you're like me and need to see the bottom of the water in which you are swimming, well you're in luck. One lake in Missouri is one of the best for crystal-clear waters.
Discover Missouri’s Finest Fine Dining Destination
Missouri has some amazing restaurants to experience, but one stands out of the rest as being the best fine dining experience in the Show-Me State.
Lakeside Rest Stop in Illinois is a Must Visit for Any Road Trip
Hidden in the southern part of Illinois is a very impression rest stop like you've never seen before. Set around Rend Lake, it's a place where if you're on a road trip you have to see to believe.
Missouri’s Most Expensive Neighborhood – Prepare to Be Amazed
Oh, how the other half live. I will never be able to imagine what it's like living in a mansion unless I win the lottery. One neighborhood in Missouri was named the most expensive in the state with average new homes valued over $1 million.