Hi! I grew up in a one-stoplight town in rural Nebraska and my whole family still lives there with three churches, a bar, and a courthouse. I left because I like lots of people and taller buildings, and I don't like cold weather. On those rare days in Texas when it gets snowy and icy, you'll find me inside Googling beach vacations. I don't plan to leave Texas now that I've been here for most of my adult life because the barbecue and fajitas are just way too addictive. I've worked in radio from the moment I graduated from college at the University of Nebraska, and besides getting the hang out with cool people like you every day, I love sports, great restaurants, self improvement, and meeting new people. I love all movies starring Melissa McCarthy or Julia Roberts, and all TV shows with home improvements or food in them. You'll probably hear me talk about my three daughters on the air, along with the challenges of being a single mom. I'm on several of the dating apps, because trying to meet someone in person these days is way too creepy.
Jen Austin
Does Texas Have Too Many Sitting Jobs?
First of all, thank you for listening at work. You know I love you and consider you to be a fantastic co-worker and it's with your well-being in mind that I say what I'm about to say. If your job requires you to sit, it could kill you. This is a lil scary!
An East Texas Man Gets His Class Ring Back After 40 Years
It pays to take a leisurely stroll with a metal detector. One man ended up finding a 1972 high school class ring and was able to reunite that with its owner with the help of social media.
Don’t Miss These Military Discounts for the 4th of July
If you're active duty military or a veteran, you can score some extra discounts this 4th of July at some great spots around East Texas.
Don't miss these chances to save.
Why Are We So Obsessed With Hot Dogs on the 4th of July?
I asked my neighbor Chuck what he had planned for the 4th of July, and he said, "I don't know, but my wife wants a hot dog." Of course, she does! A hot dog craving comes right along with every road trip we'll take this week and every firework we'll see. And there's a reason behind it.
East Texas Drivers Should Find Lower Gas Prices Soon
The 4th of July is a week away, and we've got a big road trip weekend coming up. It's been feeling like gas prices may hit the $3 per gallon mark, but now we have reasons why that will NOT happen. Yay!
Wanna Make Beer Can Chicken in the Instant Pot? Here’s How.
Beer Can Chicken is a staple in Texas, especially during the summer months. And now instead of laboring out there by the hot grill, you can stay in the air-conditioned house and create the same thing in the Instant Pot.
KFC Will Coat Your Chicken in Pickle Sauce Starting Today
East Texas KFC restaurants are getting in on the pickle juice trend starting today.
If you've been dreaming about eating fried chicken in a pickle-juice-based sauce, today is your day.
Uber is Lowering Fares For a Few Lufkin Riders
If you need an Uber ride and you're not in a big hurry, you may have an advantage soon. Uber is working on lower fares for riders who can wait a few minutes.
Best Grilling Tip of the Summer; Don’t Poke the Meat
If you're not quite a master griller, join the club. But there are a few easy things we can do to improve our grilling skills this summer, and one of those is to quit poking the meat and do this one simple thing instead.
5 East Texas Attractions We Should Visit This Summer
East Texas has lots of places that draw tourists, and since we live here we should be checking them out too. We've got ideas about five great places to visit that you may have forgotten about.
3 Reasons Why the World Cup Will Make You a Bigger Soccer Fan
Watching the early matches in the 2018 FIFA World Cup makes you realize that running around for ninety minutes straight sure will keep a body looking fit and trim. Man, those guys are in shape! Bulging calf muscles aside, we've got three reasons why this tournament will make us all bigger soccer fans.
Today is Flag Day. Do You Know What it Means?
My dad is a US Navy veteran, and he loves to fly the flag outside his house several days each year. The most important day to him might be on Flag Day, June 14th. Most of us have no idea why today is so significant. Do you?