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 Sandwich Gets ‘Triple D’ & Coach Reid’s Stamp of Approval
Several restaurants in the Kansas City area have been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, but there is only one that is also approved by the head football coach of the KC Chiefs Andy Reid.
Most Unappreciated Town in Illinois is Loaded with History
The Land of Lincoln is full of USA history (good and bad), but there is one town that gets no love and has one of the biggest impacts in the state.
One of the Sweetest Shops in the Nation is in Illinois
Just in time for Valentine's Day a list of the best candy shops in each state and this one in Illinois is both unique and has delicious candy.
Illinois Town Claims to Have the Most UFO Sightings in the Nation
Do you believe we are not alone? For centuries, there have been documented UFO sightings in America, but there is one town in Illinois that claims they have some of the most in the nation.
Experts Claim 2 Missouri Landmarks on List for Not Worth Visiting
This is one of those times when you shake your head wondering why these two landmarks land on a list like this.
See if Your Name is on Missouri’s Largest Lost & Found List
You might have $5 or $500 on Missouri's largest lost and found list of unclaimed property.
2 of the Best Attractions to Visit in Illinois are Free & Fun
Saving money on vacation is hard, but there are a few attractions you can visit in Illinois that will help your wallet.
Bruch Time – Fancy Missouri Café Best Place to Get Start Your Day
I love breakfast and I am always looking for a good place to go. A new list is out of the best places to get brunch on the weekends and one Missouri cafe made the list.
The Half & Half Cafe in Clayton, Missouri is famous for its blueberry-cheesecake stuffed French toast and the toasted tomato and egg sandwich. An...
See All 26 Missouri Restaurants That Were Featured on ‘Triple D’
When finding a new place to eat, you might want to look at these 26 Missouri restaurants featured on the famous show Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
Hannibal Arts Council to Host Folklike Festival This Weekend
The Hannibal Arts Council will be celebrating everything fall this weekend with their annual Folklife Festival.