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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This Once Popular Illinois Structure Among Most Forgotten in USA
One popular among University of Illinois students back in the 70s now sits abandoned and is one of the most forgotten places in the nation.
Yummy! 5 Snacks in Illinois That are Illegal But Look So Good
Illinois has some strict (and sometimes weird laws), but I have to say that these food laws they have in place are right on point.
4 Insane and Wacky World Records in Illinois You Will Not Believe
It seems like anything can be a world record these days, there are five weird and wacky world records held by Illinoisans that you would never think could be recorded.
Beer Lovers Rejoice! One of the Best Beer Cities is in Illinois
Shout out to the beer lovers who love trying new flavors and types of beer. There is one city that outshines in a place for all beer lovers to gather and it's in Illinois.
There’s Over 10 Plants in Illinois You Need a Permit to Plant
I love to plant flowers. It's so relaxing a gratifying making my home look even more beautiful. However, I had no idea that there are some plants that are banned in Illinois and if you do want to plant them you have to get a permit.
Yes! Illinois Has Castles and One Survived the Great Chicago Fire
Illinois is the last place that I would think to have a castle, but not only was I wrong (don't tell my husband) the state has seven.
It’s Corn! Yummy Corn-Themed Fest in Illinois is Free to Attend
Just like the corn kid said in the TikTok video that went viral, it's corn/a big lump with knobs/it has the juice. Well, if you're obsessed with corn like the corn kid is, then you're going to love this corn-themed festival in Illinois.
Best Hot Dog Joint in Illinois is known for Verbal Abusing People
When I was a girl I remember going into the city and getting one of the best hot dogs at a sidewalk vendor you can have. I haven't been back to NYC in a very long time, but that will always stay with me. So, trying to find the best hot dog restaurant/place in every state, to me, might be difficult. However, one website thinks that have found them.
Sweetness Overload: Illinois Candy Shop Was Named Best in America
Get ready to put your taste buds to the taste at this Illinois candy shop just named one of the best in the nation.
Eavesdropping in Illinois Can Cost You a Massive Fine & Jail Time
Are you THAT person that listens to everyone in the office gossip? Well, you might want to not do that anymore especially if you are in Illinois.
A Missouri Home Looks Normal Outside – Inside is VERY Colorful
When it comes to decorating a home people have their own style. Farmhouse, Craftsman, Modern, but I am really not sure which category this Missouri home falls into.
Grand Opening of New Missouri Roller Coaster Delayed
Many of you might have been excited to ride the new Zambezi Zinger over the extended weekend, but were shocked to find out the opening was delayed.