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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A Musical Version of The Karate Kid is playing now in Missouri
The Karate Kid: The Musical is getting a month-long run of shows in the St. Louis area before making its way to Broadway in New York City.
Illinois is hoping to help Bluebirds thrive again in the State
A new initiative in the Land of Lincoln is hoping to accomplish the goal of bringing bluebirds back to thriving numbers, and what they are doing will be noticeable as you traverse across the state.
Earthquake insurance in Missouri is betting on the Big “IF”
The question of whether or not you should be getting Earthquake insurance if you live in Missouri (especially Southeastern Missouri) all comes down to how big of a gambler you are really.
St. Louis Park Voted the Best Park in a City in the USA
Green space in the heart of big cities can be an oasis for people and visitors alike but one city park shines brighter than all the others in the country and it is located in St. Louis.
Video shows explores going deep into a famous Missouri Cave
Watch as this couple explores the famous Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, which includes footage of them going all the way into the cave known as the Devil's Icebox.
A World Record may be broken at the Lake of the Ozarks this year
A world record will attempt to be broken on the Lake of the Ozarks this year, and you can be a part of the record-breaking, here are the details you need to know!
Viral Video of a Girl in New Zealand making Illinois’ State Food
Deep Dish Pizza is so beloved that a young chef in New Zealand is going viral for a video she posted of her making a deep-dish pizza, what she calls the "State Food of Illinois" check out the video for yourself here!
Proposed Law In Illinois Would Prioritize Teachers Mental Health
A law is being discussed in Illinois that would help teachers take time off when they need it for their mental health, teachers just like their students are struggling with their mental health.
A Missouri High School has Banned Cellphones is that a good idea?
A high school in southern Missouri has seen enough and they are banning smartwatches and cellphones on campus, the rules are strict and they make you wonder...is this a good idea? Should more schools follow their lead?
The KC Chiefs could be on the move from Missouri to Kansas
The President of the Kansas City Chiefs answered questions about where his team will be playing football in the future, and the possibility of the Chiefs moving to Kansas and leaving Arrowhead in Missouri is real.