I’m an East Texas native and proud of it! I was born and raised in Longview, but spent plenty of time in Tyler. Both of my parents are from Tyler, so I had all my relatives there! I have been so blessed to be surrounded by family all my life! I feel fortunate to have a career I dearly love! Not a lot of people can say that. But believe it or not, radio was not my first choice as a career! I knew from age 4 that I would be an actress on the Broadway stage! I did pursue acting with a move to Dallas, Texas for many years. While in Dallas, God opened a door to radio, and I‘ve been “smitten” ever since! I still enjoy acting and being apart of the civic theatre though.I live in Tyler with my husband and beautiful daughter, along with our cats, Phineas, Meadow and Benjamin!My 15 minutes of fame would have to be when I was an “extra” in the movie Born on The Fourth of July, starring Tom Cruise! I actually made it on the big screen!Something people don’t know about me; I’m scared of clowns and I was the Texas “Honey Bee Queen” in the early 80’s! No really!
Amy Austin
Classic Horror Flick ‘Halloween’ Will Be Showing at Liberty Hall in Downtown Tyler on Halloween Night [VIDEO]
This Halloween make plans to check out John Carpenter’s classic thriller “Halloween” starring Jamie Lee Curtis at the Liberty Hall in Downtown Tyler. The movie kicks off Halloween evening at 8 p.m.
Whataburger’s Celebrates Founder Harmon Dobson’s 100th Birthday By Offering $1 Burgers Today
Whataburger founder Harm-n Dobson opened Whataburger #1 back in August of 1950. It was just a tiny burger stand offering something that folks had never seen; a burger that was so big that you had to hold it with both hands!
Looking for a Job? Don’t Miss the Tyler Workforce Solutions Job Fair
If you're looking for a job, don't miss the Tyler Workforce Solutions Job Fair at the Rose Garden Center in Tyler.
Fisherman from Norway May Have Caught New World Record Halibut [VIDEO]
We've all heard "fish tales" before. You know like, "you should have seen the one that got away!" Well this is no "fish tale", this may be a new world record for the biggest halibut ever caught.
East Texans Helping East Texans With Fan Drive in Jacksonville + School Supply Train in Longview
East Texans are always looking for ways to help their neighbors, and that's one of many reasons why East Texas is a great place to live. If you would like to help someone this week, here are a few ideas.
Texas State Railroad is Hosting the 15th Annual ‘Salute to the Armed Forces’ on May 25
On Saturday, May 25, the Texas State Railroad will host its 15th annual Salute to the Armed Forces event at the Palestine Depot. The event pays tribute to all branches and all eras of U.S. military service.
Monster Truck ‘Night of Fire and Thrills’ Spectacular is April 27 in Longview
Hey monster truck fans, you need to catch the Monster Truck Night of Fire and Thrills Spectacular at the Longview Rodeo, and it has only one date this year -- Saturday, April 27. So, don't miss it!
Jase Robertson from ‘Duck Dynasty’ is Coming to East Texas This Month
Duck Dynasty's Jase Robertson and his wife, Missy, will be at the Full Armor Christian Academy "Live Loud Outdoors Family Expo" in Henderson on Saturday, April 27, at the Rusk County Youth Expo Center.
It’s Time for the 27th Annual Patriot Million Dollar Hole-In-One
The wait is almost over! The 27th annual UT Tyler Suddenlink Patriot Million Dollar Hole In One contest is set for May 11-18. Save the dates and plan to join the fun and a chance to win one million dollars!
Burn Ban in Effect for Smith County Today Due to High Winds
An outdoor burning ban advisory has been issued in Smith County for today (March 5) due to high winds. For more information concerning burning advisory regulations, please contact the Smith County Fire Marshal's Office at 903-590-2652.
Apparently, Riding a Manatee is Against the Law in Florida [VIDEO]
Planning a summer vacation in Florida? Well, just to let you know, if you plan on riding a manatee, you could go to jail! Riding a manatee in the state of Florida is against the law and has been since 1967 because the manatee is an endangered species.
Massachusetts Principal Suspended for ‘Terminator’ Parody Video [VIDEO + POLL]
Is everybody losing their mind? With everything going on at schools all across our nation, can you really believe a high school principal would do something this stupid? People, stop the madness!