Hi there! Radio has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My first on-air performance was at the age of three on a jingle in Temple, Texas. From then on, despite a professional journey that has lead me through theatre, TV, media research and more, radio has always been my first professional love. I also enjoy and am an advocate for, the arts in all its various forms. I grew up in a creative household, and I have a natural attraction toward wordsmithery and creative endeavors. My basic life philosophy can be summed up in the words of the great Bill and Ted: “Be Excellent to Each Other.” In addition to music, of course, I also love writing, history, documentaries, films, conversation, kindness, animals, and basically most things. Wait... Wait. There are a couple of things I don’t love, like yogurt-covered raisins. Just no. Speaking of eating, I also enjoy culinary endeavors in the kitchen and have a certificate in plant-based nutrition, but I'm a "selective omnivore." I’ve lived all over Texas, but after receiving my BA in Theatre and Communication from McMurry University, I came back to East Texas. It’s an honor to share the day with you. X
Tara Holley
A Newborn Puppy’s Life is Saved Thanks to the Mount Pleasant, TX Fire Department
Thanks to the heroic efforts on behalf of the littlest and most vulnerable among us, this tiny puppy is back with his mommy.
VIDEO: Woman Tries to Flirt with Trooper to Avoid Human Smuggling Arrest
The woman in the video has been identified as Lidia Elizabeth Badillo, a Mexican National who was living in Texas. Badillo wasn't alone, however.
First Time Customers at a Texas Buc-ee’s Forced Out for Driving a Semi Truck
And what makes the story even more surprising is the fact that the couple was planning to spend a significant amount of money in the store.
Stop & Remember: An Important Message from Our East Texas Kids
Kids can be so profound. These kids wanted to do what they could to make the world better--even if it was just up and down their streets.
Is This Amazing Hawk Trying to Tell Me Something or is It Just Visiting?
Now, I've heard hawks flying over from time to time. However, this has been...different.
[PHOTOS] Last Night’s Storm in Frankston, TX Left Much Destruction; Two People Have Died
In an online social media group, area residents shared photos of the destruction--including huge fallen trees, and damage to area businesses and homes.
Police Need Your Help Identifying an Alleged Car Burglar in Gilmer, Texas
If you recognize this woman or have info regarding this incident, please reach out to Officer Stith at 903-843-5545 and use reference case # 23-0195.
Woman Who Pointed a Knife at Store Clerk Arrested for Alleged Aggravated Robbery in Edgewood, TX
She was booked into the Van Zandt County Jail, according to Edgewood Police Chief David Hammonds. Her bond was set at $150,000.
Patrick Mahomes’ Brother Arrested for Alleged Aggravated Sexual Battery in Overland Park, KS
Jackson Mahomes, the brother of NFL Superstar Quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs Patrick Mahomes, was arrested and then charged with aggravated sexual battery in Overland Park, Kansas, say Police.
Known both as the younger brother of Patrick Mahomes and for his social media presence, Jackson Mahomes was arrested and booked into the Johnson County Jail at around 7:42 am this morning in Overland
Something Delicious is Coming Soon to This Little Spot South of Tyler, TX
For those who make the morning commute down Old Jacksonville Highway in Tyler, get ready to celebrate! This is a breakfast game-changer!
Super Fun Ways to Boost Your Kid’s Skills This Summer in East Texas
Kids lose math and reading skills over the summer. Now more than ever, it's important to do all we can to prepare kids for academic success. Make it fun!
Take a Look at the Sweetest Airbnb You’ve Ever Seen in Waco, Texas [PHOTOS]
I think we may have found one of the sweetest, most adorable Airbnbs we've ever seen. And the best news? It's not too far from us.