Middays with Nikki Martinez

Evening Show Recap: July 15th

    Getting side-tracked during a show usually isn’t a problem. But when lightening and THIS is in front of the studio window, all you can do is try to stay on topic without constantly thinking about what to do if the power goes out again! Besides the rain, here’s what else went on tonight during the […]

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Black Friday Sales…in July?!

The word, “SALE” can make any person, man or woman, perk their ears up for a listen. If you can get the best deal ever on that riding lawn-mower you’ve been waiting on for awhile, or that line of makeup you usually steer away from because of the price tag, then why wouldn’t you! And […]

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Evening Show Recap: July 11th

First off, a HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sister! Can’t believe we’ve made it to adulthood and haven’t hurt each other…too bad 🙂  Joking aside, I am so thankful to have a sister who I can live life and make funny faces with!   Now onward to what went on tonight:

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Evening Show Recap: Babies & Bedtimes

I GOT A NEW PHONE!!! Okay, I feel so much better now that I told someone besides the hubby (he was the phone who found it for me). I know you probably aren’t concerned in my electronic improvements  in life, so let’s get on with some of the chit-chat talked about tonight: *Time is almost […]

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Activities to Pick the Summer Up!

It’s July, and all the summer activities the kids wanted to do were done in a matter of 2 weeks. So now you hear, “I’m BORED,” on repeat and are about to pull your hair or someone’s hair out. Have no fear! There are still things that can get the kids to giggle and keep […]

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Evening Show Recap: college credit & remodels

After a day of go-go-go, you may not have the chance to sit and just listen to your favorite radio station (Wink Wink)! We get it, so it’s why I’ve come up with a small solution to give you a whole 5 hour show in a few paragraphs. Yes, you may miss the  on-air, very […]

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It’s Not You, It’s Your Resume

Looking for a job can be a pain, no matter where you’re living or what credentials are. I know this from personal experience, going through the whole process about 3 times in my life so far (and hopefully, prayerfully, that’s all). The applications you have to fill out, the search engines you have to scroll […]

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NEW MUSIC SHOWDOWN #1

So, I know people love the chance to tell me what they think about the music we play on KVNE. So that’s why my Music Director side has decided to test out some possible additions and find out what you think should be added first to the list. Now, these New Music Showdown’s don’t mean […]

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No Fridge, No Problem

The picnics will still be popping up this July 4th weekend, and you want to help. Yet, in your mind you know that you have errands to run in between making the side and actually going to the cook-out, and you don’t have an ice chest to keep it cool. I’ve been there too many […]

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Where Can I See Fireworks?!

Unless you live in the middle of nowhere, you probably won’t be seeing fireworks in your own driveway, with the kids making sure not to blow too many things up. But, good news is that there are quite a few places you’ll be able to go, “Oooooo” and “Ahhhhh” on July 4th. Check it out […]

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A Friendly Heads-Up for the 4th

  A time to come together with food, friends, family, and a few fireworks–yes, it could be New Years Eve, but we haven’t reached the winter season quite yet. 4th of July is a fun time for many across East Texas, but to keep it fun, Tyler PD and Longview PD are reminding us of a […]

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Wedding Fonts Anyone?

You may not remember all the details or your wedding day, but for some reason there are people around you who attend that do! I didn’t think this was possible until I started going to a few myself, where the glass Dr. Pepper bottles, fan-like programs, and bubbles instead of rice stood out to me. […]

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Watch Your Vehicle Month!

It was only a short time ago when you could leave the car unlocked, and even running, without some car thief seeing it as an open invitation to just take the thing and run. Ok, maybe it wasn’t something that happened in your or my lifetime, but it did happen, right up there with keeping […]

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A Little “Something” for the Scrapbook

You plan on putting together an awesome scrapbook…and then it falls to the wayside about a day into it. Wait, is that just me?!   Yes, I admit that I use to do scrap-booking all the time as a teen, but after senior year in high school, I kind-of lost track of, well, everything. If […]

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Gluten-Free…at a Restaurant!

Having any allergy can be a pain to live with, especially if it’s one that interferes with food and you eating some! Honestly, when I think of friends and family who have allergies, it makes me sad for them 🙁 My friend Rachel is one such case, and hers is right up there on the […]

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The Emergency Fund You CAN Have

The hubby and I have been busy watching and listening to Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University series (thanks to the Harper’s btw), so it’s a common thing to hear him say, “Live like no one else, so you can LIVE like no one else.” The thought behind this is that what’s “normal” spending habits in […]

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They’re Healthy…Right?!

It’s one thing to notice you or a loved one is putting on extra weight from the greasy messes of food consumed 3 times a day, every day. But when you’re eating healthy, going the “smarter” route, yet still see your waist growing, it can be nothing short of pulling-your-hair-out frustrating. Well, long story short, […]

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No Need to be “THAT” Kid

Every great parent loves their child, but they are very aware that they have faults as well. You never want to list out the “oh-no’s,” but I bet you anything there are already 5 of them that popped in your head when the word “fault” was read. And that’s ok–they’re as human as you and […]

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Safety First: Internet Version

A fond moment of my childhood for me was getting a chance to play with some of the first computer games for 15 minute intervals in 3rd grade “free time.” What stunk about it was that I never had a chance to finish Oregon Trail and see if I lived or if a snake bite […]

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Drowning Precautions

Through the summer, swimming in a common adventure children love here in Texas. But with that comes the slight fear of drowning, seeing that it is the #2 cause of accidental deaths in the country. Now, our prayer here at KVNE is that you never have to deal with this tragedy, so there are ways […]

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