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Big Country Balloon Fest blows into Red Bud Park

October 1, 2013 by Ashlyne Lanza

This past weekend marked the 19th annual Big Country Balloon Fest. The festivities kicked off on Friday morning and KACU's Ashlyne Lanza was there to find out all about the event and all the fun in store. View the original post on kacu.org. ... [Read More…]

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Terry Bradshaw Talks “Faith, Football and Family”

September 27, 2013 by Savanah Silva

Football icon, sports analyst and speaker, Terry Bradshaw paid a visit to the Key City for Global Samaritan Resources' annual benefit event. Hundreds arrived for the event to hear Bradshaw speak on "football, faith and family." KACU student reporters, Savanah Silva and Ashlyne Lanza spoke to attendants about why they chose to attend and support ... [Read More…]

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“Calling Me Home”: A Conversation With Julie Kibler

September 27, 2013 by Walter Walker

KACU's Walter Walker spoke with Julie Kibler, a local author featured during this year's West Texas Book Festival. She spoke of her new book, "Calling Me Home." She shares about everything, from her personal connection to the story to Warner Bros. interest in turning it into a movie. View the original post from kacu.org. ... [Read More…]

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The Impact of The Book Industry Going ‘Tech’

September 27, 2013 by Breylin Becton

In our society, technology is changing everyday. The way we communicate, learn and educate is centered in our love of all things "tech." The book market is no exception. KACU's Breylin Becton takes a look at the booming ebook market and how it is affecting both, authors and readers. View the original post here. ... [Read More…]

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‘The Daytripper’ Pays A Visit To Abilene

September 23, 2013 by Meagan Freeman

We've all heard it before, everything is bigger in Texas. Every town in Texas has something great to offer and no one knows that more than Chet Garner, host of KERA's hit show, The Daytripper. KACU's Meagan Freeman sat down with Chet to talk with him about his love of Texas, his addiction to barbeque and his vision to tell Texans about all the ... [Read More…]

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Video: Voices from the Hill: Sandy Byers

February 6, 2012 by Zane Goggans

Everyone in Abilene can tune in to 89.7 fm, but few will ever know about the lady behind the desk that makes it possible. Zane Goggans introduces Sandy Byers for the JMC Network. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buZMVCxd16A Video/editing by Zane Goggans ... [Read More…]

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Voices from the Hill: Sandy Byers

February 6, 2012 by Zane Goggans

Everyone in Abilene can tune in to 89.7 fm, but few will ever know about the lady behind the desk that makes it possible. Zane Goggans introduces Sandy Byers for the JMC Network. Video/editing by Zane Goggans ... [Read More…]

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Love Knows No Bounds

February 3, 2012 by Zane Goggans

With February here, Love is in the air. Aside from the romantic aspects of Valentine's Day there's more to love than just flowers and hearts. KACU's Zane Goggans with the help of Kelly Zhou, has this inspiring story of an Abilene couple with an inspiring and unusual tale of love. And you can see Ray and Jackie's art and hear their story next week ... [Read More…]

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The Poet’s Corner Podcasts (Season 3)

January 18, 2012 by Dave Smith

Season 3 hosts Crystal Rae and Dave Smith Our third season of our hit series featured more great original work from members of our community, including some excellent poetry from students at Wylie Junior High. Poet: Audrey Vaughn Poem-Friends Poem-Types of Friends Poet: Bailey and Lora Poem-We Just Want To Be Heard (with Lora Ochoa) Poet: ... [Read More…]

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Eye on Entertainment #133

January 14, 2012 by Blane Singletary

Eye on Entertainment #133 - Original Air Date: 1/13/12 It's Eye on Entertainment's Belated New Years Special! We're looking forward to the new year and back to the old one. Host Blane Singletary speaks with Michael Stephens about "Love, Sex, and the I.R.S.," the first play of the year for the Abilene Community Theatre. Then, we'll take a look back ... [Read More…]

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