I was born and raised in East Texas and started working in radio when I was just 15 years old. I have spent the last 22 years on the air here in East Texas, but have also done work in Dallas, Waco, Lufkin, and Ft. Smith! I graduated from John Tyler High School in 1992 and attended TJC as part of their criminal justice program. I currently live in Lindale with my wife, four kids, and weenie dog “Snickers”. It’s kind of weird for me having a family that big since I grew up as an only child! What do you love the most about radio? I love the fact that now radio is more than just a tuner and a set of speakers. Radio can now be heard around the world through internet streaming and cell phone apps. I also enjoy the social-media aspect of radio where we can truly communicate with fans of the radio station on a personal level. I can look at their Facebook profile and really get to know them! A lot better than just talking to them on the request line! What is your favorite band/ artist/ album? I love all types of music, but mostly rock music. AC/DC, Van Halen, Led Zepplin, Nickelback, etc. My favorite album of all time is Back In Black by AC/DC! Biggest pet peeve? I have a bunch…most all of them have to do with driving. People who don’t use their blinkers, and people who think the center turn lane is an actual driving lane! I also get aggravated when people at the check-out line wait until the cashier is finished ringing up their merchandise until they start to fill out their checks! Besides, who uses checks any more anyway?!?! Hobbies? I love to ride motorcycles. I got my license a few years ago and enjoy going for long country rides around East Texas. It really helps to clear your mind and relax you. I don’t have a Harley yet…but will when I grow up!
Jeff Evans
Christmas Abbott is Another Woman to Watch at Daytona
Move over Danica -- there is another woman making history at the Daytona 500. It's not from inside a car, because this one is making her mark on the sport from the pit!
Australian TV Weatherman Faints While Reporting From Stunt Plane [VIDEO]
Funny and somewhat disturbing video from Australia today with Australian TV weatherman Grant Denyer reporting from a stunt plane. As the pilot accelerated you can see Denyer's eyes roll back in his head as he slumps down in the seat.
Drink Up! New Study Finds The Beer Belly A Myth! [VIDEO]
I've been waiting for this study for most of my adult life! A new study shows there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that beer causes weight gain - in fact beer has many nutritional benefits! Who knew?!
Funky Junk Roundup in Tyler This Saturday
An event called the 'Funky Junk Roundup' is coming to Tyler's Harvey Convention Center this Saturday, February 16th. Admission is just $3 and kids 12 and under are free.
Registration Under Way for Tyler’s 15th Annual ‘Race for the Cure’
Registration is officially open for the 15th Anniversary Susan G. Komen Tyler Race for the Cure. The race is set for Saturday, May 11 at Bergfeld Park in Tyler. The race is chaired by Brenda McBride and Cindy Nick.
Bad Ass Fights Off Four Attackers While Holding Lunch in His Other Hand
You definitely don't want to meet John Wood from Cambridgeshire, England in a dark alley. BBC News England has a story posted about the 37-year-old Wood, who fought off four would-be attackers after leaving Frank's Fish and Chip Shop.
Workplace Hookups — What Professions Get the Most Action? [POLL]
The Huffington Post has a story today about the top professions where you're most likely to hook-up with your co-workers. If you find yourself by yourself this Valentines Day, you might want to find a job in one of these professions real quick!
No Fines Expected in Super Bowl F-Bomb Incident [NSFW VIDEO, POLL]
I think most of America either heard it live on CBS or heard about it Monday morning - Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco dropped the f-bomb on live television after winning the Super Bowl on Sunday night. CBS cameras were following the MVP around the field as he congratulated his teammates. One teammate looks at Flacco and says "Holy s-it" and Flacco responds "f-ing awesome.&
Kid Runs Onto Basketball Court in The Middle of Baylor Game [VIDEO]
A funny scene played out last night during the Baylor/Oklahoma game last night on ESPN when a kid runs out onto the court in the middle of play! How many times have we as parents had to hold our kids back from doing the exact same thing at a sporting event! At least this kid got national television exposure for it!
Severe Weather Likely in East Texas This Afternoon [UPDATED]
UPDATE 8:10pm
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Cherokee County until 9:15pm
IHOP Offering Free Pancakes to Celebrate National Pancake Day on February 5
IHOP restaurants will once again celebrate National Pancake Day on Tuesday, February 5th from 7 am to 10 pm. IHOP will be offering a free short stack of its famous buttermilk pancakes to each guest and, in return, diners will be asked to make a voluntary donation for Shriners Hospitals for Children and other local children's charities. IHOP is hoping to raise $3 million again this year.
Texas Rangers Outfielder Nelson Cruz Linked to Clinic That Sold Performance Enhancing Drugs
A report is coming out from ESPN Dallas today about Texas Rangers Right-Fielder, Nelson Cruz and his apparent link to an anti-aging clinic in Miami. The company, Biogenisis, claims performance enhancing drugs were sold to Cruz in addition to players like Alex Rodriguez, Gio Gonzalez, Melky Cabrera and Bartolo Colon.