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As we step into a new day, we take a moment to appreciate the music and voices that carried us through yesterday — the familiar rhythms that steady us, connect us, and remind us why these shared moments matter. No matter the miles or the years between us, the airwaves have a way of bringing us together. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Playlist for 22 August 2026…
For the third straight year, spring rains swept across Texas, soaking prairies, pastures, and croplands from the Panhandle to the Valley. Those rains didn’t just green up the countryside — they helped fuel another banner year for Texas’ dove populations. According to new Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) surveys, both mourning and white‑winged doves are once again hovering near record…
An upper‑level disturbance is sliding across Texas today, bringing a slight chance for storms this afternoon and into tonight. While most communities will stay dry, any storm that does develop could pack a punch, with wind gusts reaching 50 to 60 miles per hour. Outside of those isolated cells, the dominant story remains the heat—triple‑digit highs across the region and warm overnight lows…
Stepping into a new day, we pause to embrace the music that carried us through yesterday—the melodies, the memories, and the familiar voices that keep our days moving in a steady, reassuring rhythm. These shared moments remind us why they matter and how they connect us, no matter the distance or the years between us. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Playlist for…
Across Texas, cemeteries serve as quiet storytellers—places where history rests in plain sight, waiting for someone to ask the right questions. As fall approaches and interest in cemetery programming naturally rises, the Texas Historical Commission’s Museum Services Program is shining a spotlight on the art of cemetery interpretation through its August Cemetery Tours of Texas […] This article…
Texas marked a major milestone this week in its ongoing effort to strengthen mental health and foster care services. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) celebrated the opening of the Terrell Center for Youth, a new residential treatment facility designed specifically for adolescents […] This article first appeared…
Last night’s episode of the i14 Sports Report marked another strong chapter in a broadcast legacy that continues to grow across Central Texas. Every Thursday night, KNCT FM 91.3 becomes the gathering place for local sports fans, and Show #294 delivered the familiar mix of hometown pride, district updates, and big‑picture news that listeners have come to expect. This article first appeared on KNCT…
Texas heads into the weekend under a dangerous and unrelenting stretch of August heat. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for North Texas, while a Heat Advisory continues across Central Texas, underscoring just how intense conditions have become. If you have outdoor plans, hydration and frequent breaks in the air conditioning aren’t just smart—they’re essential. This article first appeared…
Stepping into a new morning, we pause to take in the music that carried us through yesterday—the melodies, the memories, and the familiar voices that keep our days moving in a steady, reassuring rhythm. They remind us why these shared moments matter and how they bring us together, no matter the distance or the years between us. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music:…
Tonight’s episode of 8 Tracks and 45s with Dan Hull opens its arms to one of the great architects of American horn‑driven rock: James Pankow, trombonist, songwriter, and founding member of Chicago. His brass lines didn’t just support the band’s sound—they defined it. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: A Tribute to James Pankow and the Enduring Legacy of Chicago…
August has taken on a special meaning in Killeen, where Animal Services is calling on residents to help “Clear the Shelters” and give pets across the city the chance to begin new lives with loving families. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Killeen’s Push to “Clear the Shelters” Brings Hope, Second Chances Visit the full site at: KNCT
This September, landowners, fire practitioners, and local officials from across Central Texas will gather in College Station for a hands‑on experience that brings science, stewardship, and safety together on the landscape. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Learning to Work With Fire, Not Against It Visit the full site at: KNCT
For decades, Honey Creek State Natural Area has been one of Texas’ most carefully protected landscapes—its pristine watershed, oak savannah, and crystal‑clear spring-fed creek accessible only by guided tours. But beginning August 8, this quiet corner of the Hill Country opens a new chapter. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Exploring Honey Creek’s New Chapter…
North Texas wakes up under an Extreme Heat Warning, and Central Texas remains firmly under a Heat Advisory, setting the stage for another day where the heat itself becomes the headline. Hydration, shade, and vigilance are the three essentials right now—drink plenty of water, take breaks in air‑conditioning or shade, and always check the back seat before locking your vehicle. This article first…
Stepping into a new morning, we pause to reflect on the music that carried us through yesterday—the melodies, the memories, and the familiar voices that keep our days moving in a steady, reassuring rhythm. They remind us why these shared moments matter and how they draw us together, no matter the distance or the years between us. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music:…
With water service now restored across the community, Copperas Cove ISD will reopen and resume classes Thursday morning, August 20th, at the regular time. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: Copperas Cove ISD to Resume Classes Thursday as Water Service Returns Visit the full site at: KNCT
A new opportunity is opening for Texas veterans ready to turn their ideas into real, working software. On Friday, Sept. 4, the Veteran SaaS Launch Lab arrives in Austin with a promise that’s as bold as it is accessible: no coding experience required. Veterans, service members, military spouses, and family members can walk in with an idea—and walk out with a functional software prototype. This…
Dangerously hot conditions continue to grip the region, setting the tone for another week where the heat itself becomes the headline. North Texas remains under an Extreme Heat Warning, while Central Texas faces a Heat Advisory, underscoring just how intense this August stretch has become. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: KNCT Weather Desk – Hot Conditions…
Stepping into a new morning, we pause to appreciate the music that carried us through yesterday—the melodies, the memories, and the familiar voices that keep our days moving in a steady, reassuring rhythm. They remind us why these shared moments matter and how they bring us together, no matter the distance or the years between us. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music:…
Texas steps into Tuesday under the grip of dangerous, unrelenting heat. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from noon through 8pm for North Texas, where afternoon temperatures are expected to surge to 108 degrees. Across Central Texas, a Heat Advisory continues through the same period, with highs reaching 105 degrees. This level of heat demands caution: drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks…
Copperas Cove ISD closed schools and canceled classes today as the community continues to navigate the effects of a major water main break and the resulting Stage 4C water restriction. With repair timelines still uncertain, district leaders emphasized that the decision was made out of an abundance of caution—and out of compassion for parents who need reliable time to arrange childcare and work…
Stepping into a new morning, we pause to savor the music that carried us through yesterday—the melodies, the memories, and the familiar voices that keep our days moving in a steady, reassuring rhythm. They remind us why these shared moments matter and how they bring us together, no matter the distance or the years between us. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music:…
Crews in Copperas Cove continue working this morning to restore full water service following yesterday’s water line break near Golf Course Road and Texas Street. While repairs to the damaged line were completed, the process of re‑pressurizing the system is still underway, and several neighborhoods will see water return in stages throughout the day. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM…
Yesterday’s episode of The Voice of Texas Veterans with Julia Conner brought listeners inside one of the busiest and most visible efforts underway at the Texas Veterans Commission — the statewide Grants Tour. This article first appeared on KNCT 91.3 FM Simply Beautiful Music: On the Road with the Texas Veterans Commission Grants Tour Visit the full site at: KNCT
Texas begins the new week under an even broader Heat Advisory, now expanded to include most of North, Central, and East Texas through 8 p.m. Monday. Forecasters warn that heat index values may reach up to 108 degrees, with actual temperatures climbing between 99 and 105. It’s a day that demands caution: drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks, and limit time outdoors during the peak afternoon…
