Hi! I grew up in a one-stoplight town in rural Nebraska and my whole family still lives there with three churches, a bar, and a courthouse. I left because I like lots of people and taller buildings, and I don't like cold weather. On those rare days in Texas when it gets snowy and icy, you'll find me inside Googling beach vacations. I don't plan to leave Texas now that I've been here for most of my adult life because the barbecue and fajitas are just way too addictive. I've worked in radio from the moment I graduated from college at the University of Nebraska, and besides getting the hang out with cool people like you every day, I love sports, great restaurants, self improvement, and meeting new people. I love all movies starring Melissa McCarthy or Julia Roberts, and all TV shows with home improvements or food in them. You'll probably hear me talk about my three daughters on the air, along with the challenges of being a single mom. I'm on several of the dating apps, because trying to meet someone in person these days is way too creepy.
Jen Austin
Texas Has a New Lice Law, and Here’s What Parents Need to Know
As a parent, if you get a letter this year from your child's school saying a classmate has head lice, it's because a new Texas law requires the school to send it. But there is one instance that will remain undercover, and parents will never know.
Some Killed During Hurricane Harvey were Relatives of Selena
Selena was known as the queen of Tejano music when she was killed in March, 1995, and fans came out of the woodwork after her death to let her family know how beloved she was. The family needs support again, after the loss of six Houston relatives who died during Hurricane Harvey.
Thousands Sign Petition to Name Highway After JJ Watt
This just in -- JJ Watt is a good guy.
He's got the JJ Watt Foundation that has been helping people around Houston for the past several years, he's raising millions for Harvey relief as we speak, and there's a petition circulating to name a highway after him. Oh, and he's prett…
He's got the JJ Watt Foundation that has been helping people around Houston for the past several years, he's raising millions for Harvey relief as we speak, and there's a petition circulating to name a highway after him. Oh, and he's prett…
A New Yorker in Texas for Harvey Relief Tries Whataburger for the First Time
A New York first responder heard the buzz that Whataburger was a thing in Texas, and while he was here helping with the Harvey relief effort he decided to give it a try.
East Texas Nurses Head to Houston to Help Harvey Victims
Nurses are people with good hearts. They see a lot and go through a lot on a normal day at work, and still it seems like they've always got a little extra room in their hearts to help out in other places when they're needed. That spirit is carrying some East Texas nurses to Houston this …
Whataburger Chips in Big Bucks for Harvey Relief
With at least one of its locations under water after Harvey, Whataburger has pledged not only to help its employees but all Texans impacted by the floods.
After the Rain, Houston Sees a Double Rainbow
Double rainbows are rare, and it can be a little awe-striking when they happen. After torrential rains with Harvey, Houston got their double rainbow this week.
In Texas, You Could Be Living in a Haunted House and Not Know It
When you're selling a house in Texas you've got to disclose many things, like whether the oven works and whether you've replaced the roof recently. But you don't have to disclose whether or not you have ghosts! Here's what the law says.
Harvey Forces the Houston Texans to Practice in Dallas
A crisis always brings people together, and that includes our two rival NFL teams this week. The Texans are using the Cowboys' practice facility, after the floods chased them out of Houston.
Watch for Harvey Price-Gouging, and Report It
With a week of high rain chances and heavy flooding for Harvey-impacted parts of the state, the Texas Attorney General and the Better Business Bureau are sending the reminder to retailers that they can't hike the price too much on necessary items. If you see that happening, you can report it. …
Hater Map Shows the Most Despised Food in Texas
Hater is a dating app that matches people up with those who hate the same things they do, and that becomes the common bond. With that in mind, some couples at your backyard barbecue this weekend might be hatin' on your steaks.
Texas Parents ‘Chalk the Walk’ to Inspire Kids on the First Day of School
With the school year getting underway, parents might be trying to think of unique ways to send the kids off on the new journey with something they'll remember. Some Texas parents have stumbled upon a pretty cool idea, and you can do this after the kids go to bed and surprise them in the mornin…