After visiting Texas many times, Louisiana native Darren Gauthier has finally crossed over the Sabine Pass into the Lone Star State as the new Operations Manager for Townsquare Media’s five stations in Central Texas. Originally from New Orleans, Darren grew up in nearby Baton Rouge and is a proud alum of LSU. Darren got his start at the campus radio station KLSU, rising to the role of station manager before being lured to work in the exciting world of New Orleans rock radio. Darren returned to Baton Rouge in 2001 rising to the top of the programming food chain while holding down a six-day airshift for a decade. One of the stations he oversaw was twice-nominated for the prestigious Marconi award - radio’s version of the Oscar® - in 2012 and again in 2015. Seeking new challenges and a change of scene, Darren Gauthier was recruited by K-101.7 and the sister stations to bring a personal touch and a renewed sense of community focus to the stations in Killeen and Temple.
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Friday Furry Friend: Young Dog, New Trixie
I don't know what it is about dogs that we have such an amazing relationship with this species of animal. They must be hardwired to be our friends and companions because they do such a great job of it. And the courtship it's not a long drawn out seduction, it's an immediate display of love and affection, one that tugs at our heartstrings instantaneously...
Belton Public Works Head to Retire May 5
The City of Belton's Public Works Director Byron Sinclair has submitted a letter to the powers that be stating he intends to retire from the job effective May 5.
Texas Can Secede From Itself
A lot of folks always swell up with pride on this Texas Independence Day. Some folks are misguided and thinking that Texas would be better if it went alone as an independent nation. Now we all know what happened when that was tried, and ever since the end of the Civil War, Texas has been a loyal member of the union known as the United States of America...
Briles Speaks Out on Baylor Allegations for The First Time
After months of speculation and scuttlebutt, former Baylor Coach Art Briles has issued a letter to the media vehemently denying he covered up incidents of sexual violence.
According to reports, the letter was originally slated for the campus newspaper...
Multi-Vehicle Crash, Auto-Pedestrian Collision on N. I-35 in Temple
Tonight, Wednesday March 1, at 10:29 p.m., Temple Police, Temple Fire & Rescue, and Scott & White EMS responded to a multiple vehicle crash on North Interstate 35 at mile marker 297. Temple Police say one person was extricated from a vehicle but no one was seriously injured. Traffi...
City of Temple Seeks Baseball, Softball Hall of Fame nominees
Temple Parks & Recreation is accepting nominations for the Youth Baseball, Youth Softball and Adult Softball Walks of Fame. These Walks of Fame pay tribute to individuals and organizations who have contributed to the growth and success of softball and baseball in Temple. Ev...
School Voucher Legislation Killed in Texas Legislature
It's not often an elected official gets to proclaim legislative initiatives dead on arrival, but this is exactly what has happened to school choice legislation, aka the voucher bill.
Darren asks for Help in Sticking to Lenten Sacrifices
First off, as a Christian believer, observing the rules of Lent is a must. No discussion.
So effective today, Lent is here, the forty days before Good Friday in which Christians are called to reflect and sacrifice in order to grow closer to Christ, who made the ultimate sacrifice for us all...
Feelings of Panic While Watching Parade Footage
There is no greater feeling of helplessness when you know your friends and neighbors are under duress, you see it on the news, and you're completely powerless to do anything about it. It happened on 9/11, and it happened for me again during Katrina...
Heritage Donut Shop Still Dough-ing It
I was looking for quick and tasty breakfast options without having to get up and out of my pajamas. The only way I could do that is to go through the drive-through. Early on a Sunday morning, my options are limited to fast food and donut shops.
While they don't have as many locations as their leading competitor, Jack and Jill Donuts is still getting it done in Texas.