Howdy! I'm a native Texan who has been blessed to call East Texas home since 1990. I have been married to a wonderful woman for 26 years and we have 3 children. In addition to hosting the Merrell in the Morning Show, I'm also the public address announcer for SFA football and basketball games (Axe 'em, Jacks!). I also do the play by play for Nacogdoches Dragon Football. I love God, and I'm especially fond of fajitas, brisket, and The Princess Bride.
Danny Merrell
Out of Control Texas Fire Has Scorched Acreage Bigger Than Dallas
A Disaster declaration is in place for 60 Texas counties and numerous evacuations continue
Ryan Ivey Leaving SFA to Take Over Athletics at Louisiana Tech
Ryan Ivey, who has been SFA's Athletic Director since 2018, will be taking over the AD position at Louisiana Tech
Where Were Last Week’s Huge Texas Lottery Scratch Off Winners?
Over $2 million was won last week in Texas Lottery Scratch Offs. Here are the lucky locations
BREAKING: Body of Missing Livingston, Texas Girl Found in River
The Polk County Sheriff has confirmed that the 11-year-old girl's body was found in the Trinity River. A suspect in custody will be charged with Capital Murder
East Texas Basketball Teams Get Ready for Round Three Playoffs
Huntington, Broaddus, Douglass and many other area girls' basketball teams are still in the hunt for a state championship
BREAKING: Texas DPS, Polk Co. Sheriff Give Update on Missing Girl
An update on the search for Audrii Cunningham has been provided as well as more details on the primary person of interest
Last Week’s 10 Big Texas Lottery Winners & Their Lucky Locations
Across the Lone Star State, see where lucky players scored big in the latest Texas Lottery scratch-off games roundup.
Person of Interest Arrested in Case of Missing East Texas Girl
The Amber Alert for the 11-year-old girl continues. Police have arrested a Livingston, Texas man that they consider a person of interest.
Don’t Buy This $5 Texas Lottery Scratch Off, Buy This One Instead
If you're looking to score big bucks on a Texas Lottery Scratch Off, here's a ticket you should NOT buy. But, here's a ticket you SHOULD consider
This Small Texas Lake is Making A Name For Trophy Largemouth Bass
It's less than 700 acres, but this lake has produced a 10 and 13 pounder in just the past two weeks.
Frantic Search Underway for Missing East Texas Girl
The 11-year-old girl reportedly never made it onto her school bus Thursday morning
East Texas Basketball Bi-District Champs Get Ready for Area Round
We've highlighted 15 East Texas Girls' basketball teams as they prepare for the next round of the playoffs