Hi! I grew up in a one-stoplight town in rural Nebraska and my whole family still lives there with three churches, a bar, and a courthouse. I left because I like lots of people and taller buildings, and I don't like cold weather. On those rare days in Texas when it gets snowy and icy, you'll find me inside Googling beach vacations. I don't plan to leave Texas now that I've been here for most of my adult life because the barbecue and fajitas are just way too addictive. I've worked in radio from the moment I graduated from college at the University of Nebraska, and besides getting the hang out with cool people like you every day, I love sports, great restaurants, self improvement, and meeting new people. I love all movies starring Melissa McCarthy or Julia Roberts, and all TV shows with home improvements or food in them. You'll probably hear me talk about my three daughters on the air, along with the challenges of being a single mom. I'm on several of the dating apps, because trying to meet someone in person these days is way too creepy.
Jen Austin
Tattoo Removal Business is Booming
Gotten any tattoos removed lately? If so, you're not alone. A survey conducted by The Patient’s Guide, an online skincare reference center, shows laser tattoo removals are up by 32 percent this year compared to 2011.
Why?
Millions to Hit the Road for Memorial Day
AAA says more than 34 million Americans will drive more than 50 miles from home over the three-day Memorial Day weekend. In Texas, 2.8 million people will hit the road. And you?
Tyler ISD Worries About Too Much YouTube Access
Tyler Independent School District opened up access to YouTube last week, with the intention students will be able to learn from the site. There's information there on preparing for standardized testing, along with other tools teachers might find helpful.
Solar Eclipse This Sunday Will be Partial in Texas
An eclipse like this only happens once every twenty years, and it will be viewable in Texas Sunday; partially anyway.
A solar eclipse is when the moon blocks out the sun for a time, and leaves a ring of fire around its circumference. The sky gets a little spooky-looking for a bit and then the moon and sun part like a good Dancing with the Stars release move, and life goes back to normal.
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Tyler Landmark Earns Historical Status
As you drive by the old People’s National Bank Building in Tyler you can look at it fondly now as a Tyler Historic Landmark. The designation became official in a ceremony yesterday as part of National Historic Preservation Month.
Women Love/Hate Looking in the Mirror [POLL]
Ladies, how often to you do a quick face-check in the mirror? The gals here at the radio station often pull out compacts to check their appearance throughout the day, and we'll see women do it at restaurants, or at Broadway Square mall.
East Texas Special Athletes Compete in Henderson
Growing up in Nebraska, it was always exciting to hear about my cousin Katie finishing in the top five in a sprinting competition. In fact, it was exciting to see Katie walk at all, let alone run.
East Texas Near the Bottom on New Health Report
If you work out and eat right, good for you! Not everyone in East Texas is following your lead.
Overall, East Texas ranks low on a new report by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Which East Texas county is the healthiest?
Pineywoods Wine Festival Offers Great Getaway for Wine-Lovers
Texans love a good festival, and especially one that might offer a little buzz! This might be a good idea for a girls' weekend away, or a day-long date. In 10 days, we’ll have the chance to see what the fuss is all about over East Texas wines, and do a little shopping and sampling, too.
A Long Drive to Work Impacts Your Health!
Average commute times in Tyler are between 17 and 30 minutes, according to zipatlas.com. Those who live right in the center of Tyler have shorter commute times, and those who live further out, especially to the east, tend to sit in the car longer as they make the drive to work.
It turns out, longer commutes can have a serious health impact over time. This may make you want to move further in.
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Attend a Texas Longhorns Game with Matthew McConaughey
The fact that Matthew McConaughey is a huge Texas Longhorns fan has been no secret, and now he's offering the chance to sit with him at a game this fall. You'll be in Matthew's suite!
Most Common Way to Ask a Date to the Prom Involves a Smart Phone
How did your prom date ask you to the big dance? I remember my classmate Shane sort of nonchalantly turning around at the end of history class and saying, "So ya wanna go to the prom with me?" I said sure, he said "K," and turned around again, picked up his books and left the room. We had a lovely time.
Some asks are more memorable than others.
How are most students asked to