Danny Merrell

I’m a native Texan and proud of it. I was born and raised in the BBQ Capital of Texas, Lockhart, but I’ve been in East Texas for about 25 years, so this is where my family and I call home. I have a patient, beautiful wife (she’s a Big Sandy Wildcat) who has kept me in line since 1994, plus I have three great kids, even though they were the cause of my premature balding and greying. I went to college at UT-Austin and Texas A&M, mainly to become a meteorologist. But my love of country music took over, plus, in radio, you never have to grow up. As strange as this may sound, my perfect day would be to spend an entire day in a theater watching nothing but Disney movies. Bring on the popcorn!

Amber Alert Issued for Abducted Texas Teenager

An Amber Alert has been issued for a 16-year-old girl who authorities fear may be in immediate danger. The Ellis County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Inez Ramirez.

4th Grader Excels on Girls Varsity Basketball Team

She is only 9 years old and in the 4th grade at a school in central Florida, but Jaden Newman is on the girl's high school varsity basketball team. She's not the water girl or an honorary member of the team, in fact, she leads the team in assists and points.

Texas Firefighter Uses Beer to Put Out Fire

Brave, heroic, and selfless are just some of the words many times used to describe firefighters. Let's not forget the word resourceful, especially in the case of a Houston fireman whose quick thinking helped to put out a vehicle fire thanks to...beer.

Toddler Covered in Cockroaches Found Crawling on Texas Highway, Mom Arrested [VIDEO]

As disturbing and shocking as this headline is, believe it or not, it gets worse. Please feel free to read on, but be cautioned that this gets rather graphic.

Cast Your Vote + Hear Your Favorite Songs in the All-New Top 5 at 5 on 101.5 KNUE

The all-new 'Top 5 at 5' on 101.5 KNUE is where YOU get to pick the music we play while you're on your way home from work.

Vote for Your Favorite Songs for Today’s Top 5 at 5

What songs do you want to hear on the way home from work today? Vote for your five favorite songs from the list below and then listen to see if yours make it to the top 5 at 5!!

Scotty McCreery Battles Jennifer Nettles for a Shot at Daily Duel Hall of Fame

Scotty McCreery is one win away from entering the Daily Duel Hall of Fame with his latest single 'See You Tonight'. McCreery is hoping to earn his 7th straight win on the Duel. His challenge today comes from Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland fame. Her new song is 'That Girl'.

Jana Kramer Battles Scotty McCreery on Today’s Daily Duel

Scotty McCreery took over 60% of the vote in the latest edition of Danny's Daily Duel as he defeated Ronnie Dunn. That makes 5 straight wins for McCreery. Our next challenger is Jana Kramer and her new song 'I Hope it Rains'.

Ronnie Dunn Next to Challenge Scotty McCreery on the Daily Duel

Scotty McCreery has won Danny's Daily Duel for the fourth straight time and the next challenger will be Ronnie Dunn with his latest, 'Kiss You There'. Take a listen to both songs and then vote below.

Today’s Daily Duel Features Scotty McCreery and Austin Webb

Three in a row...that's how many times Scotty McCreery has won Danny's Daily Duel with his latest single 'See You Tonight'. Today, McCreery will take on South Carolina native Austin Webb. He delivers his brand of country soul with his current release, 'Slip on By'.

Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina Face Each Other Again — This Time on the Daily Duel

Scotty McCreery, and his latest single 'See You Tonight' continue to roll on Danny's Daily Duel. Today, the past American Idol champion will take on the American Idol runner-up from that same season. McCreery goes against Lauren Alaina on today's Daily Duel.

Scotty McCreery New Daily Duel Champ, Faces Frankie Ballard

Luke Bryan's may be the reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year, but he's no longer the Daily Duel champ. Bryan's new single, 'That's My Kind of Night', was defeated over the weekend by the latest from Scotty McCreery, 'See You Tonight'. McCreery will try to defend his title as he takes on the new song from Frankie Ballard, 'Helluva Life'.