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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Largest Retailer in Sales for 2023 Has 156 Locations in Missouri
The numbers are in for 2023 and the list of the top 100 retailers of the year is out.
After 60 Years Popular Convenience Stores Leaving Missouri
Soon there will be one less convenience store that Missourians will be able to visit.
Three Missouri Cities You Don’t Want to Call Home
We can be lucky that no tri-States Missouri towns are on this list, but someone has to be and if you're thinking about moving to a big city in Missouri you might want to stay away from these.
Missouri’s BBQ Style Hot Dog Named One of the Best in the Nation
I had no idea this was even a thing let alone being named the best in the nation.
2 of Guy Fieri’s Favorite BBQ Meals Ever Are Served in Missouri
Finger-licking good. That seems what you'll get when you try the three best restaurants in MIssourti for BBQ according to top famous chef Guy Fieri.
Snow Chains: Can You Legally Use them in Missouri? Sort Of
With the impending snow the Tri-States is about to get this week and maybe weekend, have you ever thought about using chains on your tires?
Why Californians Moving to Illinois are in for a Rude Awakening
It's no secret that when Californians decide to flee the Golden State, many are choosing Illinois as a destination. Those that are leaving the west coast need to be aware that starting a new life in Illinois may not be what they're expecting.
Things You Can & Can’t Do on a Percy Jackson St. Louis Arch Quest
The Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri is famous for many reasons. It is of course an iconic representation of the gateway to the west across the Mississippi River, but if you're a Percy Jackson and the Olympians fan, you know it's special because of its prominence in the books.
3 Iowa Counties Named Healthiest Place to Live in 2024
Well, looks like there will be more people moving to Iowa in 2024.
Yum! Best Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant in Illinois for Breakfast
Sometimes you just need that once go-to-place that helps you kick off your day right.