Blake Sammann
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Blake Sammann is the Weekend Anchor at WGEM News.
He’s a graduate of the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism where he anchored, reported and produced for KOMU, the NBC affiliate in Columbia.
During his time in mid-Missouri, Blake reported on everything from President Trump’s visit to Columbia to the scandal that led to the resignation of then-governor, Eric Greitens.
Born in France and raised in London, Blake moved to the suburbs of northern Chicago in 2006 where he attended New Trier High School and became an avid Bears fan.
When he’s not at the station, Blake enjoys working out, playing golf, spending time with friends and family and exploring all possibilities the Tri-States have to offer.
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:00 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
One farmers says a mild winter and dry spring have left crops reaching deeper and deeper into the soil to find moisture.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 4:33 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Blessing Health’s pharmacy director said the measure is a good first step for patients.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 6:27 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
AAA predicts 42.1 million Americans traveled 50 miles or more between May 26 and May 29.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 4:59 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
AAA forecasts 37.1 million Americans will drive to their holiday destinations this year.
Updated: May. 4, 2023 at 5:24 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
The Quincy Public Library will host an expert forum with Quincy Medical Group and the Scrambled Mental Health Podcast.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 9:36 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Organizers say about 30 people came out to help pick up trash around the city.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2023 at 9:29 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Organizers said they hoped to get 1,000 people through the door.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Those looking to get into the healthcare field got a better idea of what a career would look like at a job skills and career fair hosted by Blessing Health System Friday.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 10:51 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
The log cabins out on Quinsippi Island are looking a little cleaner for the year ahead.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 10:47 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Hundreds of runners braved the cold Saturday morning as they lined up outside of Quincy High School.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 5:43 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Worth $50,000, those at Peterbilt said it’s the same one under the hood of the latest over the road trucks.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 4:40 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
There is a new opportunity for local institutions and non-profits to find the funding they need to help improve their communities.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 5:05 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Students at Monroe City Middle School have been recognized for their achievement and growth in English Language Arts test scores.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 4:59 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
A Hannibal woman is working with state lawmakers to make sure those without an internet connection can still keep in touch with their doctors without having to go in person.
Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 5:20 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Local experts say more local kids are reaching out for help.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 7:11 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Heavy downpours turned into snow early Thursday morning, complicating the morning commute for many across the Tri-States.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 5:49 PM CST
|By Blake Sammann and Isaiah Haywood
A Quincy company is celebrating 175 years of history in the community.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 5:23 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Farmers on both side of the Mississippi River say they are enjoying the above average temperatures.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 4:43 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Officials at the Marion County Health Department said their first appointment is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Tuesday morning at Monsignor Farischon Hall.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 6:18 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Organizers said they hear about families struggling from different agencies around town and want to connect them to what they need.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 5:01 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Authorities say if you’re ringing in the New Year on Saturday, it’s important to celebrate smart.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 4:55 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Missouri residents have two weeks to make their voices heard to help determine how much money the state will get to provide high speed internet to underserved areas.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 6:05 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
A blast of winter weather moved into the Tri-States Thursday morning, bringing bitter cold, snow and sub-zero wind chills.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 5:16 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
According to the National Fire Protection Agency, an average of 160 home structure fires began with Christmas trees every year between 2015 and 2019.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 6:08 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann
Communities across the Tri-States woke up to the first accumulating snowfall of the season early Tuesday morning.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 4:07 AM CST
|By Blake Sammann and Jessica Beaver
Quincy police said it happened around 2:32 outside the entrance to the Hy-Vee on Harrison.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 4:21 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
The 2022 fall enrollment headcount at the state’s 48 community colleges grew 1.5% compared to last year’s figures.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 6:36 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Police blocked off the intersection of 5th and Jefferson early Monday morning after a car crashed into a home.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 3:50 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
The Quincy Fire Department said they get about 100 fire calls every year with half of those calls happen during the winter months.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 4:58 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
A common flu virus that causes lots of mucus in the lungs and trouble breathing, it particularly affects the elderly and kids under the age of two.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 2:32 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Organizers said it will feature feature food, drinks, live and silent auctions, axe throwing, live music and more.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 10:30 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
There were dozens of people in brown shirts working across Quincy today.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2022 at 8:38 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
A golf tournament that raises money for local first responders is returning to Quincy for it’s second year.
Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 6:49 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Quincy and Tri-Township fire crews responded to a fire at Quincy’s Titan Wheel plant early Tuesday morning.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2022 at 3:03 AM CDT
|By Jessica Beaver and Blake Sammann
Multiple departments spent the early morning hours Monday putting out a house fire at 406 North Maine Street in Payson, Illinois.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 4:30 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
The 2022 Tri-State Summit kicks off in Canton with a BBQ and networking event Thursday.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 6:20 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Multiple fire departments helped battle a fire that broke out at a house near Liberty, Illinois, early Wednesday morning.
Updated: Sep. 2, 2022 at 7:52 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Local law enforcement said they want to share some reminders with drivers before they hit the road for the long holiday weekend.
Updated: Aug. 29, 2022 at 4:40 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Quincy city officials said they are making good progress on getting their summer road work projects done.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2022 at 4:52 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Some in the Mill Creek Water District could see improved water pressure once crews upsize the water main that serves them.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 4:55 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Quincy is another step closer to having a children’s museum after a golf fundraiser Monday.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 6:33 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Quincy police arrested a man early Sunday morning after he allegedly fired multiple shots in the city’s downtown area.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 12:51 PM CDT
|By Jayla Louis and Blake Sammann
A fire broke out at a LaGrange home on Friday morning.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 4:28 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Those looking out for abused and neglected kids in care of the Adams County court system say they need more help.
Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 5:22 PM CDT
|By Jason Lewton, Victoria Bordenga and Blake Sammann
One Quincy man thought he had found a safe, affordable home to rent, but when he finally got the keys to the house, he found something totally different.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 12:23 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
A Springfield, Illinois, man accused of carjacking and sexually assaulting an elderly Adams County woman is heading to trial.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2022 at 5:13 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Bradley S. Yohn, 34, was set to represent himself at trial on June 21, when he asked for an attorney moments before prospective jurors entered the room.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2022 at 6:22 AM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Quincy Park Band Director Keith Wiemelt died following a single vehicle car crash on Monday night.
Updated: Jul. 15, 2022 at 6:51 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Kala Breder says she knows firsthand just how important blood donations can be.
Updated: Jul. 15, 2022 at 6:42 PM CDT
|By Blake Sammann
Chariton Valley officials said their crews are still in the process of connecting 300 to 500 rural homes across Marion County.
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