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
Amy Austin Has Always Wanted to Visit Africa [VIDEO]
I've always wanted to visit Africa to see the beautiful landscape, animals and watch a sunset! I came across this amazing video of a wild African elephant drinking from a swimming pool! The Elephant Sands camping site in Botswana, Africa, uses natural water in the swimming pool, which gives tourists the chance to meet elephants up close.
The Navy Parachute Team Jump at San Diego Padres Home Opener [VIDEO]
The Navy Parachute Team, the Leap Frogs, dove into Petco Park in San Diego for the Padres' home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Members of the team flew into the stadium with a special flag to honor baseball legend Jerry Coleman. So cool!
America’s Fascination with Zombies [POLL]
How many of you are hooked on the series, "The Walking Dead?" Yep, me too. It seems everybody these days are fascinated with zombie shows! Well it looks like the Syfy channel will be jumping on the zombie train with a new series coming this fall called, 'Z Nation.'
Former Presidents Enjoying NCAA Chamiopnship Game
Check this out! Former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton sat side-by-side at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Monday to watch the NCAA championship game. Oh, and you know the Cowboys owner Jerry Jones was there, too!
Amy Austin Remembers Seeing the Late Mickey Rooney on Broadway [VIDEO]
I was sad to hear the news of Hollywood and Broadway star Mickey Rooney passing away. This talented man starred in more than 300 films and TV programs, and was on the Broadway stage, too! Rooney was 93.
Oak Ridge Boys Visit Big D and Bubba Tomorrow Morning [VIDEO]
Don't miss the Oak Ridge Boys in the studio with Big D and Bubba tomorrow morning! The Oak Ridge Boys have been harmonizing and making music for 50 years, and they've still got it. Big D and Bubba will visit with these country icons and hopefully we'll get to hear some of their award winning harmonies.
Did Rascal Flatts Lip-Sync at the ACM Awards? [VIDEO + POLL]
At the ACM awards show last night, I noticed some of the performances seemed a little well, "off!" I just chalked it up to the artists not being able to hear themselves and it was live. But when Rascal Flatts sang their latest hit "Rewind," the rumors began!
KNUE + Patterson UTI ‘Hometown Hero’ of the Week: Sgt. Page Johnson of the White Oak Police Department
All of us at 101.5 KNUE are proud to be part of East Texas, and we are especially proud to live in a place where we hold our military and first responders in such high regard. KNUE and Patterson UTI are proud to announce this week’s “Hometown Hero,” Sgt. Page Johnson of the White Oak Police Department.
KNUE + Pets Fur People ‘Critter of the Week’ — Buddy
101.5 KNUE knows our listeners love their ”critters," and that’s why we’ve teamed up with Pets Fur People animal sanctuary to help find homes for these lovable animals. This feature will highlight a different “critter” weekly, so don’t miss all the fun.
George Strait Wins ACM Entertainer of the Year
The King of Country is our ACM Entertainer of the Year! This year's ACM awards has started off with a bang! The Band Perry set the mood and tempo with opening the show with high energy latest hit, "Chainsaw." The show was full of fun and surprising moments and of course awesome music!
Amy Austin’s Favorite David Letterman Moments [VIDEO]
I don't know what I'll do without the sarcastic, dry and witty humor, of David Letterman. David announced yesterday that he will retire in 2015. The Late Show celebrated it's 20th anniversary last year. Late night will never be the same. What we will do without the Top Ten list!?
Chupacabra is Real and Alive In DeWitt County [VIDEO + POLL]
In a small town in DeWitt County, a chupacabra has been found alive! Residents are saying they've seen this ugly weird animal eating corn. Up until now a chupacabra has been considered a mythical animal.