It all started on a dark and stormy night in the middle of a cornfield in Northern Illinois. OK, I have no idea if it was dark and stormy the night I was born, and it was in the comfort of a modern hospital, not a cornfield. I just wanted to build the drama. Hey y’all, it's Big Stew! I know a lot of you want to know all about me, but my story isn’t that exciting! While I was born in Illinois, Florida has been my home since the age of 12. I was very fortunate to grow up in in Central Florida with the beaches, Disney World, and all the other wonderful amenities the weather offers there year round. I started my radio career in Daytona Beach in 1992 fresh out of high school, and had the opportunities to work for some great stations all over America! Chattanooga, Dothan, Montgomery, Nashville, Gainesville, and Orlando are some of the highlights of my time in radio. The entire time I spent in country music as well (I wouldn’t have it any other way). When the opportunity came about to head to Texas, I thought to myself, “I hear the stars at night are big and bright there!” I wasn’t disappointed! I love the BBQ, the higher speed limits, the lower prices of fuel, and of course, all the wonderful culture here in East Texas. I hope you’ll join me every afternoon on KNUE for some good ole fashioned fun! You will find me there from 3 to 7 p.m. daily. Call in, say hello, let's visit and get to know each other!
Big Stew
The Biggest + Baddest Texas Food Challenges
We all know the old saying, "The stars at night are big and bright ... deep in the Heart of Texas!"
Investigation Continues After Bomb Threat Received at Henderson County Courthouse
Officials did not find a bomb after a threat was called in to the Henderson County Courthouse on Tuesday (April 14).
Ordering Your Steak Well-Done Could Be Bad for You
We have all been to our favorite steak joint, and heard the server ask us "How would you like that cooked?"
The Rodeo is Coming to Longview
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No Foolin’ Around Here — Bob Barker is Back! [VIDEO]
From 1972 to 2007, people across the United States and around the world tuned in every weekday morning to hear those famous words, "COME ON DOWN!" The announcer would start the show off introducing the contestants, and then segue into bringing the star of the show to the stage, Bob Barker!
Take a Ride Through Musical Time [VIDEO]
From the "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" to "Poppin' Tags" this is a ride through the decades of musical history.
New App Makes You Text Smarter
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Texas is One of the Worst States in the Nation for Train-Related Deaths
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Lawmaker Blames Underwear for ‘Brief’ Absence! [VIDEO]
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Today is World Sleep Day!
Friday the 13th is here, and if you thought to yourself that maybe you should stay in bed today, you may be right.
Snapchat Priest Hears Your Confessions
We all are sinners, right? Each person choses to sin a different way, rather it be gluttony, jealousy, vanity or one of the other sins the Bible mentions.
Texas State Rep. David Simpson Files Bill to Legalize Marijuana
In news out of Longview, Texas, on Monday, State Rep. David Simpson filed House Bill 2165, in favor of removing the prohibition on marijuana in the state of Texas. Rep. Simpson says marijuana should be regulated like tomatoes, jalapenos and coffee.