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
Monopoly Plans to Retire One of Its Tokens — Will It Be Your Favorite? [VIDEO, POLL]
I just found out that Monopoly is retiring one of its tokens. What? Yep, Monopoly will be replacing one of its iconic tokens and they're letting us decide. Hasbro, the maker of Monopoly, is calling the campaign, "Save Your Token."
Golden Eagle Snatches Up a Baby [VIDEO]
This is the craziest video I think I've ever seen! A man from Canada was filming this Golden Eagle flying above him at a park. Nice enough right? But then the eagle dives in and swoops up a small child who's sitting on the grass. The eagle is so strong, he actually lifts the child off the ground. It's incredible.
Kids Will Love Tracking Santa This Christmas With the Norad Santa Tracker [VIDEO]
If you have little ones than you have to check out the Official Norad Santa Tracker. The history behind the NORAD Santa Tracker is very interesting.
Boy With Cerebral Palsy Joins in School’s Wrestling Match in Inspirational Story [VIDEO]
A week ago, something quite amazing happened. No, it wasn't the Power ball winners. It was an act of kindness and a display of grit and determination, played out at a middle school wrestling match.
Californians Can Now Buy Caviar from a Vending Machine — Huh?
It's not a secret that some people have champagne wishes and caviar dreams, even if they live on a beer budget. But a new invention from Beverly Hills Caviar is helping to make those expensive dreams come true.
‘David’s Day’ Benefit Walk This Weekend to Help One of Our Own
This Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon, a special benefit walk for a beloved East Texas family will be held at Wildcat Stadium in Whitehouse. The event, "David's Day," will help the beloved East Texas family -- the Baskins.
Ammunition Lead Ban — Should the EPA Do It? [POLL]
In June of this year, environmentalists approached Federal courts demanding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency overstep its authority and regulate lead ammunition. Certain environmental groups wanted the EPA to ban lead ammunition under the Toxic Substance Control Act.
Ten Worst Gifts Bought During the Holidays
It's 'Black Friday' and folks are out in droves looking for that great deal! Beware shoppers, in the all the excitement and Choas of 'Black Friday" you could make some poor choices. Here's a list of some of the "not so good" finds, according to HuffingtonPost.com.
A World Without Hostess Twinkies? Say It Isn’t So [POLL]
What would the world be like without the delicious, spongy cake with cream filling? Yes, life without the iconic Twinkie! Well I hate to say it, but we could see the end of the Twinkie if things don't get better for the company who makes the perfect snack food.
Walmart Neighborhood Market to Replace Albertson’s Spot in Tyler
Ever since the Tyler Albertson's store at Troup and the Loop closed its doors, I've been wondering what store will move into that location. The building has been vacant for over more years. Well, finally Tylerites, we know what will move into the building -- a Walmart Neighborhood Market.
Was a UFO Spotted Over East Texas?
It's not a bird, it's not a plane and it's definitely not Superman -- it's a UFO. What was that in the sky yesterday in Jacksonville? This image appeared on Google Maps when when someone Googled Jacksonville, Texas.
More Men Are Asking the Ladies to Split the Check on the First Date (or Worse) [POLL]
Hey gals, out there in the cruel dating world, I have a question for you. Do you think chivalry dead? Case in point -- a guy takes you out on a great first date, and then he leans in and sweetly asks you to split the check. WHAT?!