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We hear from Guy Narcomey, a Native American whose deep connection to the land is rooted in generations of tradition and respect. Drawing on his personal history and cultural heritage, Guy reflects on what it means to be a true caretaker of the earth — and why it’s a responsibility we all share, no matter where we come from.

Abilene has hired Emily Crawford to replace Robert Hanna in the job of City Manager. She comes into the job as the city is ready to begin planning its next budget. We’ll introduce you to her and hear about her early thoughts on the move from Brownwood to Abilene.Colin Allred is here to talk about his next run for the US Senate–and to make his pitch for locals to join him on the ballot.We’ll check in on what’s happening at KTXS. Since the newsroom was destroyed in early June, the staff has been working down the hall from KACU. But what’s the long-term plan?On West Texas Roots, we hear from a West Texan whose Native American heritage compels him to serve as a caretaker of the earth.And stick around for a taste of Texas Steel Guitar.

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Coming up on this week’s show we’ll check in with a local homeschooling group about how they see the current legislation that would give money to families who want to educate their children outside of the state’s public education system.We’ll also get some details on a downtown housing development—that the city council did a major reversal to support at last week’s meeting.Measles is in the news after an outbreak in West Texas–we’ll have an update.And West Texas Roots brings a story of a Big Country family that helped place some keystones for the community of Bangs—and experienced one of the most famous bank robberies in the region.

It's KACU's spring fundraiser! This week we’ll get the local perspective on actions out of Washington DC that are impacting local businesses, agencies and individuals.

This week we’ll take a look at just how hard it is to hire teachers. The state legislature is considering a number of bills that could help on the pay side of things—-but could narrow the candidate pool by banning the hiring of uncertified teachers.As the Trump Administration reduces federal spending ...employees in agencies across the state are waiting to see how they’ll be impacted. Some of Texas’s most popular outdoor destinations are at risk. We’ll hear about layoffs at Big Bend National Park and concerns that state parks are getting some unwanted attention.It’s been another week of wild weather in West Texas. We’ll look back at the Panhandle wildfire that broke records a year ago–and check in on how drought and wind are affecting our region this spring.And West Texas Roots brings us the story of a lifelong passion for pecans

On this week’s show—journalism takes another hit in the Big Country as KTXS reduces its staff —and pilots a new anchor-less newscast. Two veteran journalists give us their take.Also, SB2 passed out of the Senate just days after Governor Abbott laid out his emergency items. We’ll hear from a local school board member on the voucher plan making its way through the state legislature.Two local choirs are in San Antonio to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association.And in time for Valentine's Day—this week’s West Texas Roots brings us a love story — as a blacksmith tells us of his love for a special anvil.

There’s been a lot of confusion and anxiety for federal employees since the Department of Government Efficiency began huge reductions in the federal workforce. We’ll hear from a local man who is now a former employee of the U-S Department of Agriculture. Health officials gave an update on the West Texas measles outbreak–we’ll have the latest. Have you heard the country song that puts Abilene in the spotlight? Stay tuned to hear about how some local folks helped produce the video for the popular song.

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Karen Lindsey tells her story of overcoming sexual abuse and the power of forgiveness.