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
East Texas McDonald’s Have 9 Things on the Secret Menu
If you think McDonald's doesn't have veggie burgers, think again. That's one of the things on the secret menu. Oh, and they'll put an egg on just about anything too.
In fact, there are 9 secret items you might find at an East Texas McDonald's.
The Squishy is the New Fidget Spinner
Fidget Spinners caught on like crazy last year, but the newest trend in fiddling might turn out to be even bigger. Enter The Squishy! Co-workers may already have them, and parents may love them just as much as kids do.
Would You Sell Your Texas House for a Buck?
A couple in Oklahoma is selling their home for one dollar. Wanna move?
5 Reasons to Love This Year’s Blueberry Festival in Nacogdoches
Texas is so good at throwing a party. There are some killer festivals every year that have food as the central focus, and there might be none better than the Texas Blueberry Festival in Nacogdoches. And it's less than a month away.
East Texas Hosts Bronc and Bull Riding this Weekend
Girls are going to be doing some barrel racing at a rodeo coming up later this week in Jacksonville.
The road trip will take you about an hour, and you'll see saddle bronc and bull riding too.
The Most Dangerous City in Texas is a Short Drive Away
They looked at violent crimes like murder, aggravated assault, robbery, and rape, and decided that the most dangerous city in Texas is two hours away from Lufkin.
A Mother’s Day Wish for Single Moms
It can feel a little strange making a big deal about Mother's Day if you're a single mom because you're the one coming up with the ideas and making a fuss over the day, and it's not really all that much fun to throw your own party. But single moms, you deserve a good day and there's one big reason why.
Teacher Appreciation Gifts Don’t Have to Be So Serious
Teachers deserve a nice, relaxing drink after nine months of hard work trying to shape and inspire all of our budding little Einsteins. So parents, if you're looking to have a little fun with teacher appreciation gifts right now, this might be a perfect idea.