Danny Merrell

Danny Merrell
Ever heard of Lockhart, Texas?  That's where I'm from and I'm proud to be a Lockhart Lion, but East Texas is my HOME and has been for over 20 years and I hope to call it home for many years to come.  I've been married since 1994 to Glenda Tharp Merrell and I have two daughters (Chandler and Cullen) and a son - Chase.  I went to college at UT-Austin AND Texas A&M which probably explains a lot about me.  I love to golf, coach my kids in various sports, but I'm probably best at being a carnivore - I love steak, BBQ, ribs, etc...I love all kinds of music, but, of course, country music is my passion.  I also am the public address announcer of SFA football and basketball - Axe 'em, Jacks!!  I try to live my life as to try and make God proud...I know I don't always succeed, but I try.  "Never underestimate the power of prayer"!!!

Schedule

Merrell in the Morning
M-F 5:00 am - 10:00 am

Danny Merrell
Sa 5:00 am - 8:00 am
Sa 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Goldmine Show
Sa 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Sundays Kind of Country
Su 7:00 am - 10:00 am

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What a Man Truly Wants — Man Candles

Breath in deep, guys, this scents for you.

Finally, we can throw out the lavender, heather, and cinnamon smelling candles.  The Yankee Candle Company is producing a line of candles for men, and wait 'til you hear the flavors. 

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There’s Much More Than Fishing at the Big Bass Splash

Anglers from across the region and across the country will be converging onto Toledo Bend this weekend for the annual KICKS McDonald's Big Bass Splash.

Granted, the fishermen who will win their share of the guaranteed $440,000 in cash and prizes will be the big story, but this tournament is  not just about catching bass.   

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Disco Legend Donna Summer Dead at 63

Disco legend Donna Summer has died after a battle with cancer, TMZ is reporting. She was 63 years old.


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USGS Seismologist Talks About This Morning’s East Texas Earthquake [AUDIO]

In the last week there have been 807 earthquakes in the United States, and only two of those have been in Texas....East Texas!!!

What in the heck is going on!!??  This time a 4.3M shaker that was centered very near the last week's 3.9M tremor near Timpson.

This appears to be one of those rare instances of an aftershock being stronger than the original quake. 

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Blake Shelton Tries for Hall of Fame, Rascal Flatts Stands in Way [AUDIO/POLL]

The Country Clash Hall of Fame is just one win away for Blake Shelton and his new song 'Over'.

Today, Shelton will go for his 7th straight win against the latest from Rascal Flatts - 'Come Wake me Up'.


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East Texas High School Softball Teams Continue March to State

We're just a little over 2 weeks away from finding out which high school softball teams will be advancing to the state tournament in Austin, and 4 teams from the Pineywoods continue to roll. 

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George Strait Coming Back to Houston Rodeo in 2013

In 2013, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will be one day longer than usual.  That's because the one extra day will set aside for a full concert from George Strait, Martina McBride, and the Randy Rogers Band

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The Mavericks Reunite, Take on Blake Shelton on Today’s Clash [AUDIO/POLL]

Blake Shelton and his new song 'Over' continues to roll on as he gets his 5th straight Country Clash win, this time racking up 62% of the vote against Kenny Chesney and his latest, 'Come Over'.

Today on the Country Clash, look who's back together...the Mavericks, featuring Raul Malo on lead vocals.  Their new song is 'Born to be Blue'.


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Did Alabama Steal ‘Christmas in Dixie’ From Australian Soap Opera? — You Be The Judge [VIDEO]

'Christmas in Dixie' is one of the most recognized holiday songs of all time, but did Alabama's Randy Owen, Jeff Cook, and Teddy Gentry really write the song which they released in 1982?

A songwriter in Australia named Allan Caswell is claiming that he originally wrote the melody in 1980 which was used as a theme for an Australian TV Soap Opera - 'The Prisoner'. 

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Axe Body Spray Sets Off Fire Alarm at School [VIDEO]

If we are to believe the advertisements put forward by the makers of Axe Body Spray for men, with just a couple of spritzes women will be unable to contain themselves.

So, what would happen if you spray a little more?  As you heard today on Merrell in the Morning's Tabloid News...how 'bout attracting men...with big axes! 

Blake Shelton Goes for Win Number 5, Faces Kenny Chesney [AUDIO/POLL]

On our last Country Clash, Blake Shelton and his new song 'Over' went up against 'Wanted You More', the new song from Lady Antebellum.   It was close, but Blake prevails with 54% of the vote.

Now Shelton will go head to head with Kenny Chesney and his latest, 'Come Over'. 

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Over $105,000 Raised to Help Kids Beat Cancer with KICKS 105 St. Jude Radiothon

Thank you!!

The words are simple, but extremely heartfelt for your generosity during the KICKS 105 St. Jude Radiothon this past Thursday and Friday.