Quaid

Quaid is Brand Manager and Morning Show co-host for 97.9 KICK-FM. He has worked in radio for almost 30 years, with KICK-FM being his 10th station and 3rd country station. Quaid has lived and worked in Quincy radio for over 20 years, hosting morning shows and several local political talk shows. Married for over 30 years (Qwife) with two sons (Quidlet and Quididdle). An avid baseball fan from Edwardsville, Il. Quaid has been a Cardinal fan for as long as he can remember: He has an extensive collection of music insisting on hard copies of music, books, and video. He has won awards from the Missouri Broadcasters Association and the Illinois Silver Domes. Quaid has developed a fondness for soccer and he loves theology and studying his bible.

Are Ghosts Still Serving Sentences in Illinois Prison?

Are the ghosts of those who perished at the old Joliet Prison still in anguish? You can take the tour and find out yourself

Will You Catch the Taurid Meteors Above Illinois on Halloween?

The Green Goblin is not tossing flaming pumpkins across the night sky, although it may be fun to think of them that way.

Without Warning Pepsi Closes Illinois Plant

Earlier today (Monday October 28th) Pepsi sent a letter to Teamsters Local 727 that its 51st street Chicago facility would be closed immediately.

Almost 300,000 People Move Out of Illinois in 2023

The Illinois exodus continues. In 2023 per the US Census Bureau the Land of Lincoln had 300,000 residents move to other states.

Old School Trick or Treating Candy in Illinois and Missouri

Most anything from when you were younger is still sought after, maybe more so now than when you had easy access to it. That goes for Halloween candy too.

Must-Have Holiday Toys in Missouri & Illinois: Top Picks Revealed

Don't get caught snoozing on these kids toys for Christmas this year

Illinois Brewers Shine at Great American Beer Festival 2024

Beer fans from across the Midwest need to take some time and seek out and sample these elite award-winning brews from Illinois.

Is the Sweet Tea Line Edging Northward in Illinois and Missouri?

More and more I’ve noticed that pre-mixed sweet tea has become an ordering option at restaurants not so far away.

Illinois Thanksgiving Surprise: Pumpkin Spice Fr. Toast Casserole

Each state has its own flavors that it leans into for Thanksgiving. In the state of Illinois increasingly people are choosing to bake up this dessert delight.

Barbie Van to Visit Illinois the Next Two Weekends

Barbie has been around long enough to collect social security. She is 65 this year and quite accomplished. The quintessential American doll for over six decades is still an iconic draw and has her own van tour. The Barbie Dreamhouse Truck Living Tour will be in Illinois the next two weekends...