On this week's show, we're privileged to have the well-known antiques appraiser John Buxton in the studio, along with Judy Godfrey, to talk about the Grace Museum's first ever "Antiques Round-Up." Also, host Blane Singletary takes a look at the online PC game distribution platform, Steam, and how it is growing on the Mac. KACU Entertainment The ... [Read More…]
Archives for July 2010
ACU student brings African traditions to Abilene
The gymnasium at South Side Baptist Church was transformed into an African village on Friday afternoon, the first day of the traditional African wedding ceremony of ACU student Serge Gasore to Esperance Namuseke Gasore. The entire wedding spanned two days and incorporated both American and African traditions. In August 2005, Serge came to ACU ... [Read More…]
Wind Energy Trade Fair
The sixth annual West Texas Wind Energy Trade Fair was held in Trent with wind energy experts from across the nation in attendance. Wind energy has quickly become a major industry in Texas as engineers and companies rush to the open plains of West Texas. KACU's Jacquie Harbour reports. KACU News News At Noon Reporter: Jacquie Harbour ... [Read More…]
Eye On Entertainment #57
This week, host Blane Singletary takes a look at the big entertainment and pop-culture event of the year: Comic-Con. He'll also take a look at The Tour de Gap, a fun bicycle race for all ages and experience levels. He'll talk with Jim McDonald, an organizer of the event, as well as KACU's own Justin Brown who is riding in the race and has a ... [Read More…]
Eye On Entertainment #56
The summer heat is back and Abilene's Rescue the Animals SPCA is holding its annual Dachshund races in a new Abilene location after it was rained out last week in Buffalo Gap. Also, host Blane Singletary takes a look at the Abilene Astronomy Club's upcoming star gazing party. KACU Entertainment The News At Noon Host/Producer-Blane ... [Read More…]
President Schubert creates new leadership teams
Dr. Phil Schubert, president of the university, created two leadership teams that he said will work together to determine the university's identity and vision for the future. He divided those tasks between two groups, the Senior Leadership Team and the new University Operating Cabinet. "We have a tremendous team of very talented, committed folks ... [Read More…]
Tenaska plans open house
Officials with Tenaska Energy, which is seeking to build a coal-fired power plant near Sweetwater, plan to conduct an open house during which the company will provide residents of Sweetwater and surrounding areas with information about the Trail Blazer Energy Center, the company said Monday. The open house will cover such topics as employment, air ... [Read More…]
Dixon wins July 10th bout
KACU showcased a professional athlete last week who has been preparing for his latest challenge for over a year. This past Saturday, Abilene's Al Dixon met Amarillo's Severo Padilla in the boxing ring in New Mexico. KACU's Jacquie Harbour has the story. News At Noon KACU News Reporter: Jacquie Harbour Play/mp3/0:47 ... [Read More…]
Eye On Entertainment #55
To help you beat the Summer rains host Blane Singletary takes a look at some of the many shows opening around town, both live and on film. The Abilene Performing Arts Company is putting on a Summer Camp for young actors leading up to the production of Annie Jr., and he'll talk to Lanie Westman about how it's coming along. On the film side, take a ... [Read More…]
Pro boxer Dixon readies for upcoming fight
As July 10th nears, Abilene's pro boxer Al Dixon prepares to re-enter the ring for the first time in over a year. With the help of his trainer and manager Edward Rivas, Dixon feels he's ready for his next challenge. Continuing from an earlier story, KACU's Jacquie Harbour reports. News At Noon KACU Feature Reporter: Jacquie ... [Read More…]