Tara Holley's first on-air experience was at age 3 on a jingle in Temple, Texas. Radio has been a part of her life ever since. She received a BA in Theatre and Communication in 2004 from McMurry University. Her professional journey includes theatre, Neilsen media research, advertising and marketing, creative writing and scripting, and more. However, radio has always been her first professional love. Tara writes about all things East Texas -- including fantastic food, Texas legends and lore, and lifestyle topics. She loves conversation, comedy, coffee, animals, philosophy, and the arts. Her basic life philosophy can be summed up in the words of the great Bill and Ted: “Be Excellent to Each Other.” Tara received the Mayor's ROSE (Recognition of Service and Excellence) Award in 2021 and the President's Club Award for Townsquare Media Tyler in 2021 for Contributor of the Year. She served on the Heart of Tyler Board of Directors from 2017-2022, was a 2-year Chair for the Downtown Tyler Film Festival, and served on the Tyler Civic Theatre Board for several years, as well. She is currently on the Tyler Music Friendly Advisory Board.'
Tara Holley
Patrick Mahomes’ Brother Arrested for Alleged Aggravated Sexual Battery in Overland Park, KS
The video shows Jackson Mahomes kissing the proprietor of a Kansas City Restaurant and Bar.
Take a Look at the Sweetest Airbnb You’ve Ever Seen in Waco, Texas [PHOTOS]
I think we may have found one of the sweetest, most adorable Airbnbs we've ever seen. And the best news? It's not too far from us.
Did You Know the No. 1 College City in the U.S. is Right Here in Texas
Of all the college cities in the U.S., the best one is right here in the great state of Texas.
What?! Why Was Texas Ranked the 2nd Worst State in Which to Live?
What factors did CNBC use in order to "determine" that Texas should fall on its ranking where it did?
Here are 13 of the Best Shows Set in the Great State of Texas
Some of these definitely express a traditional Texas vibe. But some of these may surprise you as they did us.
VIDEO: TX High School Student Punches Teacher in Face for Not Returning Phone
The Principal at a Texas high school also issued a response to the concerns in a letter that was sent to parents.
One Dallas, TX Company is Working to Actually Bring Back the Woolly Mammoth
This begs the questions: Why would they want to invest the time and money to do such a thing. And HOW exactly do they plan to do it?
[PHOTOS] Stunning! Look at This Enormous Palace of Luxury Here in Texas
Almost everything is breathtaking. From the marble staircase, sparkling pool, and windows for days, stunning. There's just one thing that doesn't make sense...
Scary Clowns? Makes Sense. But Now a Look at 10 of Our Strangest Phobias
It makes sense that evil-looking clowns would terrify us. But music? Yep, some people are afraid of it. Here are more of the strangest things some of us fear.
Here Is How to Help Hurting Families in Uvalde, Texas Right Now
Here are some practical ways we can help these families impacted by this unspeakable tragedy.
How Can You Make Your Burgers as Delicious as Your Favorite Restaurants?
Is it the seasonings we use? The quality of the beef? Do we need to utter some kind of magic spell over them as they cook?
Here's some help.
Texans Suffering with PTSD Will Soon Have Access to Medical Marijuana
There's still a long road ahead to full legalization and Texas still has one of the most restricted positions in the nation regarding marijuana.