Current co-host of the “Mornings with Mark and Sam” show on 97.9 KICK-FM. Mark is a graduate of the Conservatory at The Second City in Chicago and holds a degree in Acting from Northern Illinois University. Mark is also the host of “On the Mark”, an hour of honest sports talk every Saturday morning on News Talk 1070 KHMO-Am. His love for sports followed him from Chicago never missing an opportunity to watch the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or Hawks. In 2022, Mark received the Missouri Broadcasting Award for Best Sports Personality Small Market. Mark enjoys time with his wife and family, history, and random facts. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkHespen
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Country Star Randy Houser is Headlining Hannibal BBQ Fest
Hannibal, Missouri's Hannibal BBQ Festival announced their big Saturday night headliner, and it is Country Music Star Randy Houser, here are the details on how you can make sure you are at the big show!
Illinois Lawmakers are trying to BAN more Single Use Plastics
Once again lawmakers in the Land of Lincoln are attempting to ban more of the single-use plastic you use in your life. Here are the details on the plastics they are trying to ban this time...
A New Law in Illinois could have a MAJOR impact on Farmers
If Senate Bill 3219 passes into law here in the Land of Lincoln, the impacts of this bill would have major ramifications for Farmers. What exactly are lawmakers trying to do, and will it work? Here are the details...
Would you pay $187 for a Hot Dog in Illinois?
Would you pay $187 for a hot dog? A place in Illinois is offering you the chance to buy one of these unique luxury dogs, here are the details on this pricey dog...
Tickets are on Sale for Illinois’ Biggest Country Music Festival
Carrie Underwood, Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett, and sooooooo many more will be playing their hits at the biggest country music festival that happens in the Land of Lincoln this July, and tickets are on sale now!
Missouri is sending the National Guard, Drones, & More to Texas
Missouri has already sent some of its National Guard to the Lone Star State, but why is Missouri sending resources to Texas? Here are the details...
Will Illinois Ban Foreign Countries from Buying Farm Land?
A new law being proposed would protect the land in the Land of Lincoln from foreign countries buying it up, should the state pass this law? Or is the better question, why hasn't the state already passed this law? Here are the details...
Experts are warning you NOT to Retire in Illinois
If you are planning for retirement in 2024 you have to avoid doing it in Illinois according to the experts, why is it so bad to retire in the Land of Lincoln? Here are the details...
Don’t Plan a Vacation to Chicago during these Dates in 2024
You ABSOLUTELY should take a trip to Chicago in 2024, it is one of the greatest cities in the world to vacation. Just don't go on a certain weekend later this year, let me tell you why...
Gun Owners in Illinois have Officially Rebelled against the State
The state of Illinois said to assault weapon owners "You have to register your guns" and the people in the Land of Lincoln ignored the state...so, what happens next? Here is what you can expect...