I've been on the air since 2009, and I love hanging out with ya! We chat about fitness and exercise, relationships, and workplace experiences, pop culture news, kids, and other things that present huge challenges. Like online dating. Oh my goodness. Dating on the apps is time consuming, but if we try to meet someone in person it's stalkery and creepy, so we forge ahead. I was born and raised in the rural town of Elwood, Nebraska with one stop light, a court house, three churches, and a bar. I'm a Cornhusker, and graduated with a Broadcasting degree from the University of Nebraska, and then worked all over the country in radio. When I'm not working, I'm usually running. I try to run between 6 and 9 miles a day because I love that runners high! I try to eat clean too. I love shopping, going out for salmon and wine, seeing live music and comedy, and listening to all kinds of music. I've got three daughters, and that means I'm an Uber mom, taking them to gymnastics, karate, softball, or whatever is in season. They always crack me up and ask odd questions, and give the best hugs and make me realize what's important in life. Feel free to connect via email anytime using the form here on the website. I love hearing from you!
Jen Austin
Caldwell Zoo’s Newest Giraffe Just Turned 1 and She’ll Brighten Your Day
An endangered Grevy’s Zebra was born at Tyler's Caldwell Zoo in June of 2020, and she was up and walking within thirty minutes of her birth. She's healthy and happy now, but there was a moment when zookeepers thought they might have lost her.
East Texas Girl Scouts Will Sell Irresistible Chocolate Treats This Fall
Usually, we have to wait until January or February to polish off entire sleeves of Girl Scout cookies straight out of the freezer, but the Northeast Texas Girl Scouts are going to help us hit our cravings early this year. They have special treats coming this fall too.
Ten Names For Your Dog That Are So Texas
Finding the perfect name for your new pup can be a challenge because you want something cool that will match the dog's greatness, and at the same time, the name needs good consonants for emphasis when the dog gets in trouble. How about Tex? And give your favorite state some love at the same time.
Tyler’s Affordable Hotels Might Be a Big Draw This Fall
Texas is about to get a whole lot more visitors because we're so stinkin' cool, quaint, and unique, not to mention we can smoke some mean brisket. Tourists are on their way, and there's one big reason they'll choose Tyler over Austin.
Tyler Beware, This Puppy Scam is Real
We thought we were getting a new puppy, but instead, we were scammed out of $750 and the puppy didn't exist. Oh, how do these people live with themselves?! After falling victim to a gut-wrenching puppy scam, and I'll share every step in the process so the same thing doesn't happen to you.
Will a New Flesh-Eating Plant Invade Texas?
Up to this point, the largest carnivorous plant in East Texas has been the "Sarracenia alata," known as the pale pitcher or yellow trumpet plant. But a new discovery has us wondering if another carnivorous plant is on its way.
Tyler Coin Show Happens This Weekend at a New Location
It's your chance to view rare coins, and if you have a coin or currency collection the Coin Show will give you a chance to see what they're worth. We've heard a lot about the coin shortage, and maybe this is where all that change went!
The 8 Best Places for Back-to-School Shopping in Tyler
It might as well be Christmas! Back-to-school is one of the most expensive times of the year for parents, with an average spend of $849 per child. Broadway Square Mall is offering freebies, and other Tyler stores have good deals too to give us an assist.
Why Texans Are at a Disadvantage With American Idol Auditions
Our chance in Texas to audition for American Idol is coming up tomorrow, August 11th, and auditions will be virtual again this year. There's one big reason why Texas teens and twentysomethings could lose big before they even get started.
Adopt a Dog for Free This Month in Tyler
There are dozens of sweet dogs waiting for a home like yours, and this is a great time to bring one home! There's no cost to adopt in August at the Tyler animal shelter if you do one simple thing.
An Expert Chef Will Teach Mouth-Watering Ways to Cook Texas Beef
The last thing you need at your backyard barbecue is a super-charred burger or a leathery steak. Later this month, a beef expert will teach you some cooking tips that will impress your date and keep your family thinking that you're a champion of the grill.
A New Business is Taking Over the Old Toys R Us Building on Loop 323
A new store is about to open up in Tyler at the old Toys R Us location, and although it's not officially going to be a toy store, you may be able to find some Legos and Pop-its there.