Jeff Evans
Slight to Moderate Risk of Severe Weather Today [UPDATE 4 a.m.]
3:30 a.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a significant weather advisory in effect until 4:30 a.m. for Smith, Franklin, Titus, Wood and Camp Counties. Mothball size hail and winds in excess of 35 to 40 mph are expected with these storms...
New Facebook App Lets You Update Your Status From the Grave [VIDEO]
Death happens. It’s a part of life that is hardly ever planned. Wouldn’t it be nice if you were able to leave a parting word to your friends upon your death? Ifidie has the answer. It’s the Facebook app that allows you to record a video message that will be played and posted to your Facebook profile upon your death.
[BREAKING] Monkees Lead Singer, Davy Jones, Dies at 66 [VIDEO]
ABC is reporting that Davy Jones, lead singer for the Monkees has died of an apparent heart attack at the age of 66.
We will have more on this developing story as details become available.
‘Swamp People’ Set to Invade East Texas
Glenn and Mitchell Guist, the stars of The History Channel’s hit television series "Swamp People," are coming to East Texas.
East Texas Student Orders Most Expensive Starbucks Drink – Ever!
Logan Warren is a 22-year old student from Nacogdoches who can’t afford to drink at Starbucks on a consistent basis. Luckily for Logan, he received a coupon for a free drink for his birthday that he got for signing up for their rewards program. With the coupon that entitled him to a free drink, any size, with any additional add-ons, he decided to take it on as a personal challenge. What’s the bigg
New Jersey Flags to Be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Whitney Houston [POLL]
On Saturday, the late Whitney Houston will be laid to rest in her home state of New Jersey. New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, made the announcement yesterday and stated that Whitney deserves this recognition because:
her accomplishments in her life were a source of great pride for many people in this state.
Texas Increases Speed Limit for Interstate Highways
The Texas Department of Transportation announced this morning the Texas Transportation Commission approved raising the speed limit from 70 to 75 mph on more than 1,500 miles of Interstate highways across the state. This will include more than 120 miles of Interstate 20 in East Texas.
Severe Weather a Possibility Today [UPDATE: 1:00 p.m.]
East Texas is receiving some much needed rainfall, but throughout the day there is also a possibility of strong to severe storms. We will keep you posted both on-air and online! Be sure to"like" us on Facebook to receive updates. You can also stay ahead of the storms by checking our interactive radar on the weather page!
90 Day Challenge Starts Today! [SPONSORED]
Most everyone makes a New Year’s resolution. Of those who make resolutions, more than 90 percent of them include some type of weight-loss/healthy lifestyle theme. At the radio stations, we decided to get together as a group and do it together — a total team effort.
What?! Houston Astros Considering Name Change [POLL]
The Associated Press is reporting that the Houston Astros are considering a name change and also a uniform change when the team switches from the National League to the American League in the 2013 season.
Harlem Globetrotters are Coming to East Texas [CONTEST]
The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters will bring their ridiculous basketball skills and amazing athletes to Longview High School at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29. 96X has your chance to win a family four pack of tickets to the game! Just visit the 96X Facebook page and click the tab on the left hand side of the page that says “Harlem Globetrotters.”
Check out a video of the Globetrotters in action a
Texas Rangers Caravan to Make Stop in East Texas
The Texas Rangers have announced the plans for their 2012 Winter Caravan, and it includes at least one stop in East Texas!