KICKS 105 THE COUNTRY LEADER » Danny Merrell

Elite Softball Collecting Donations for Tornado Victims

Danny Merrell — Fri, 24 May 2013 13:02:49 +0000

The girls from Elite softball are champions on and off the field. This group of 10 and under young ladies recently took home the championship for District 38 in tournament softball play, but they have saved their best plays off the playing field. In light of the terrible tragedy from the devastating tornado in Oklahoma, [...]

Pre-Schooler Recites the Bible and George Strait During Graduation Ceremony

Danny Merrell — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:53:47 +0000

This four-year-old is not only entertaining, but extremely smart. I mean, how can you go wrong in a graduation speech, or song in this case, by quoting the Bible and George Strait.

MITM Video of the Day – Bravest Dog in the World

Danny Merrell — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:50:08 +0000

When watching this video several obvious questions come to mind: Why in the world is a dachshund in this lion’s den? Does the lion’s mouth really taste that good? Is the dog’s name Chuck Norris?

'Lizzie Bowl' Scheduled for Tonight at Abe Martin Stadium

Danny Merrell — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:33:36 +0000

Tonight, we get our first big taste of Lufkin Panther football for the upcoming Fall season. The annual purple and white game takes place on John Outlaw Field at Abe Martin Stadium. As big as football is in East Texas, tonight’s game has a bigger meaning. Tonight’s Purple and White game has now been designated [...]

Teacher's Resignation Video, is it Sour Grapes or Are Her Points Valid?

Danny Merrell — Wed, 22 May 2013 23:39:13 +0000

Being a teacher can be one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. But, I don’t think you’ll get any arguments from anyone that what’s expected of teachers as well as how they’re expected to teach has changed quite a bit in the recent past. The standardized test has become the major measuring stick [...]

Disney Star Coming to Lufkin

Danny Merrell — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:09:26 +0000

If your kids are like mine, the Disney Channel is one of the mainstay channels on our television. One of my kids favorite shows is ‘Jessie’, and it just so happens that one of the stars of that show is coming to Lufkin for a special event being presented by KICKS 105. Peyton List who [...]

Super Bowl Returning to Houston

Danny Merrell — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:31:51 +0000

The cities for the next four Super Bowls have been set. The Meadowlands in New Jersey will host the next big game in 2014, then, it's off to Phoenix in 2015. That we knew, however, it was announced today that San Francisco and Houston would get the next two, which leaves Miami as the odd-city out.

Lufkin, Nacogdoches Under Tornado Watch Until 10pm

Danny Merrell — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:14:39 +0000

Severe weather is in the forecast for Deep East Texas this evening and overnight as a trough of low pressure is making its way eastward. In fact, the National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch until 10pm (Tuesday) for parts of the Pineywoods. Counties in the watch area include Angelina, Nacogdoches, Shelby, San Augustine, [...]

MITM Video of the Day – Good News from the Tornado Rubble

Danny Merrell — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:33:41 +0000

The pictures, the videos, the stories…in a word – heartbreak. One of the worst tornadoes in history flattened homes, businesses, and in-session schools. So, with all the devastation, the light shines even brighter on the good things that happen. An elderly woman whose home is nothing more than rubble gives a live interview on CBS [...]

Emergency Crews Working Wreck in Front of Lufkin High School

Danny Merrell — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:02:21 +0000

A wreck, apparently between a passenger truck and car, took place this morning in front of Lufkin High School. The truck overturned as a result of the wreck. The accident took place near the drop off area by the guard shack entrance next to student parking. Law enforcement and emergency workers are on site. We [...]

Chili's Supporting Local Teacher Battling Cancer

Danny Merrell — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:11:14 +0000

Candi Procell, mother of 6 beautiful children, and teacher at Central ISD for the past 13 years was diagnosed in late April with cervical cancer. Thankfully, it looks as though the cancer is contained to the tumor, however, medical expenses are mounting. Today until closing, Chili’s in Lufkin is donating 10% of sales to [...]

MITM Video of the Day – Bullfighter Backflips Over a Bull

Danny Merrell — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:29:31 +0000

I have been to numerous rodeos and bull riding events, but I have never seen anything like this. In some rodeos, there are freestyle bullfighter competitions where bullfighters are given an allotted time in the arena facing down a Mexican Fighting Bull. The object is to get as close to the bull but not [...]

Big Bass Splash on Toledo Bend Set to Kick Off Friday

Danny Merrell — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:54:28 +0000

$440,000....guaranteed!

That's the pay out for this year's annual Big Bass Splash on Toledo Bend Reservoir presented by Sealy Outdoors and B.A.S.S. and the fishing and winning get underway Friday and continues through Sunday.

Big Baseball Battle – Diboll Vs Hudson Tonight

Danny Merrell — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:38:43 +0000

Well…this looks familiar. Diboll Lumberjacks…Hudson Hornets playing each other deep in the playoffs at Angelina College. In 2011, Diboll came away with a one run victory to knock Hudson out of the playoffs. But, this is 2013…what’s gonna happen this time around? Hudson is 23-7 and ranked number 8 in the state in Class 3A. [...]

Deadly Tornadoes Hit Texas, 'Pray For Granbury'

Danny Merrell — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:55:06 +0000

Wednesday evening, numerous severe storms produced tornadoes around the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The most devastating of these twisters occurred to the South in places like Millsap, Cleburne, and hardest hit of all – Granbury. According to reports from WFAA, at least 6 are confirmed dead in the Granbury area, but it is feared that number [...]

MITM Video of the Day – Two Guys Hooked Up to Labor Simulator

Danny Merrell — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:40:37 +0000

For some reason, every female in my family really enjoyed today’s Merrell in the Morning Video of the Day. I didn’t realize that these existed, but there is an apparatus that can simulate the contracting pains of pregnancy. So….these two guys whose wives had recently gone through childbirth took up the challenge that guys [...]

Ray Price Admitted to Hospital for Dehydration

Danny Merrell — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:37:10 +0000

According to his Facebook page, Ray Price has been admitted into a hospital and is being treated for dehydration. The 87 year old Country Music Hall of Fame member is quick to let fans know, however, the he is on his way to a quick recovery. From his Facebook page, he says the following: Just [...]

MITM Video of the Day – Kitten Flips Out with Lizard Sighting

Danny Merrell — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:45:37 +0000

Two lizards in a living room along with one curious kitten. For some reason, the kitten doesn’t take issue with the larger lizard, but once it spots the smaller lizard…Whoa Nelly!

Kenny Chesney Brings No Shoes Nation Tour to the Metroplex Saturday

Danny Merrell — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:02:50 +0000

It's gonna be a party Saturday at Dallas Cowboys Stadium. Kenny Chesney is bringing his 'No Shoes Nation' tour featuring Eric Church, Kacey Musgraves, and the Eli Young Band. Tickets are still available for the event, but we do have a last minute chance to win a four pack of tickets.

MITM Video of the Day – Kershaw's Tribute Song to George Jones

Danny Merrell — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:51:48 +0000

George Jones left his impression on so many singers, and one of those is certainly Sammy Kershaw. You can hear Jones’ lilting style in many of Kershaw’s songs. So, it seems no surprise that the Louisiana singer has penned a song as a tribute to the Possum. The song is called the ‘The Route That [...]