Mark Hespen

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

Shaboozey will Headline at the Illinois State Fair

"One, here comes the 2 to the 3 to the 4" Shaboozey is bringing A Bar Song (Tipsy) to the Illinois State Fair! Here are the details on the show and how to get tickets...

Experts Claim Illinois is a Top State for Working Dads

Father's Day is this Sunday and if you are a working dad looking for things like a better work-life balance, great childcare for your kids, and more, the experts say you should consider moving to the Land of Lincoln! Here are the details...

Police in Illinois are preparing to Arrest Hundreds of People

A plan is being put in place by law enforcement leaders in Illinois that focuses on how they can arrest hundreds of people in one day, what are they planning for? Here are the details you need to know...

Illinois is home to one of the Greatest American Food Challenges

If you want to push your appetite to the ABSOLUTE LIMIT, then you need to head to a town in Central Illinois and tackle the "The Big Fat Ugly"...what is it, and where can you find it? Here are the details...

The Largest Waterpark in Illinois announces it’s 2024 Season

Before you know it you'll be able to slide down one of the 32 attractions at the largest waterpark in the Land of Lincoln, here are the details you need to know...

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!