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KACU KACU is the NPR news station in Abilene, Texas, broadcasting from the campus of ACU KACU is heard locally on 89.5FM and streamed online at http://kacu.org.

KACU is the NPR news station in Abilene, Texas, broadcasting from the campus of Abilene Christian University. KACU has been serving the Big Country of West Texas with daily news, educational information, and music since 1986. Daytime programming includes "Morning Edition," "Texas Standard," "All Things Considered," and "Fresh Air." Weekday evenings include classical music programming starting with

"Exploring Music," followed by "Performance Today," and others. Weekends include "Morning Edition Weekend," "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me," "Travel with Rick Steves," "Only A Game," "The Moth," and others. University students produce local newscasts, and highlight local activities in our events calendar, "This Week in Abilene." Mission

KACU is a public media organization enriching Abilene and the surrounding area with insightful news and entertainment.

See you in Brownwood this Thursday! Do you have a story to tell? Whether it’s a legendary family tale, a favorite memory...
12/29/2024

See you in Brownwood this Thursday! Do you have a story to tell?

Whether it’s a legendary family tale, a favorite memory, or how life in the Big Country has shaped you, we want to hear it all!

Join us Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Intermission Bookshop, Brownwood, TX
11 AM – 6 PM

Want to secure your spot? Send us a DM to schedule your time. And don’t forget to follow us for updates as we start broadcasting these incredible stories!
Let’s celebrate the voices and memories that make West Texas one of a kind. We can’t wait to meet you and hear your roots!

Just a few days away from our recording session at Intermission Bookshop! Whatever your story, we want to hear it. Join ...
12/28/2024

Just a few days away from our recording session at Intermission Bookshop!

Whatever your story, we want to hear it. Join us at our recording session and help us capture the rich history and spirit of West Texas through your personal experiences. Let's celebrate the roots that make our region unique—your roots.

Join us on January 2nd!

We at KACU want to wish you a Merry Christmas!!
12/25/2024

We at KACU want to wish you a Merry Christmas!!

Reminder that next Thursday we will be in Brownwood! Whether it’s a legendary family tale, a favorite memory, or how lif...
12/23/2024

Reminder that next Thursday we will be in Brownwood! Whether it’s a legendary family tale, a favorite memory, or how life in the Big Country has shaped you, we want to hear it all!

Join us Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Intermission Bookshop, Brownwood, TX
11 AM – 6 PM

Want to secure your spot? Send us a DM to schedule your time. And don’t forget to follow us for updates as we start broadcasting these incredible stories!
Let’s celebrate the voices and memories that make West Texas one of a kind. We can’t wait to meet you and hear your roots!

Check out our holiday programming for this season!
12/23/2024

Check out our holiday programming for this season!

Tune in for holiday specials including the recording of our KACU's LIVE Radio Play: A Texas Christmas Carol! Our play ai...
12/22/2024

Tune in for holiday specials including the recording of our KACU's LIVE Radio Play: A Texas Christmas Carol! Our play airs both 12/24 & 12/25 at 8pm!

Howdy Partner! KACU's West Texas Roots project is coming to Brownwood in just a few weeks! Do you have a story to share?...
12/19/2024

Howdy Partner!

KACU's West Texas Roots project is coming to Brownwood in just a few weeks! Do you have a story to share? Maybe it's a family legend, a love story worthy of a country ballad, or a tale of resilience in business, education, agriculture, or faith. Did your ancestors weather harsh storms or outsmart wild hogs to keep their farms thriving?

Whatever your story, we want to hear it. Join us at our recording session and help us capture the rich history and spirit of West Texas through your personal experiences. Let's celebrate the roots that make our region unique—your roots.

Our event would not be possible without the support of the community! Thank you!
12/17/2024

Our event would not be possible without the support of the community! Thank you!

This project is all about capturing the heart and soul of West Texas through your stories. Whether it’s a legendary fami...
12/17/2024

This project is all about capturing the heart and soul of West Texas through your stories. Whether it’s a legendary family tale, a favorite memory, or how life in the Big Country has shaped you, we want to hear it all!

Join us Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Intermission Bookshop, Brownwood, TX
11 AM – 6 PM

Want to secure your spot? Send us a DM to schedule your time.

Let’s celebrate the voices and memories that make West Texas one of a kind. We can’t wait to meet you and hear your roots!

12/16/2024

ON SALE NOW!!! “An Evening With David Sedaris”, April 29, 2025.

TICKETS $49-$79:https://bit.ly/3DtY7rF

The Paramount is PROUD to team up with KACU to present David Sedaris. David is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers.

We want to say a big thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event happen!
12/16/2024

We want to say a big thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event happen!

Paramount Abilene and KACU are pleased to announce that David Sedaris is coming to town! Sedaris has been nominated for ...
12/14/2024

Paramount Abilene and KACU are pleased to announce that David Sedaris is coming to town!

Sedaris has been nominated for five Grammy Awards for Best Spoken Word and Best Comedy Album. His audio recordings include “David Sedaris: Live for Your Listening Pleasure” and “David Sedaris Live at Carnegie Hall.”

A feature film adaptation of his story C.O.G. was released after a premiere at the Sundance Film Festival (2013). Since 2011, he can be heard annually on a series of live recordings on BBC Radio 4 entitled “Meet David Sedaris.”

Tickets go on sale Monday the 16th at 10 AM: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/52426015/an-evening-with-david-sedaris-abilene-the-paramount-abilen

Thank you to everyone who spent the evening with us! We hope it was as magical for you as it was for us!
12/14/2024

Thank you to everyone who spent the evening with us! We hope it was as magical for you as it was for us!

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12/14/2024

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SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT: “An Evening With David Sedaris”, April 29, 2025. Tickets ON SALE MONDAY AT 10:00AM!

The Paramount is PROUD to team up with KACU to present David Sedaris. David is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers.

Last chance to join the fun! Our Christmas play is tonight, and we can't wait to see you there! Doors open at 6, and tic...
12/13/2024

Last chance to join the fun! Our Christmas play is tonight, and we can't wait to see you there!

Doors open at 6, and tickets can be purchased online or at the door!

Howdy Partner! KACU's West Texas Roots project is heading to Brownwood! Got a family tale to tell? A love story made fo...
12/13/2024

Howdy Partner!

KACU's West Texas Roots project is heading to Brownwood! Got a family tale to tell? A love story made for a country song? Family roots in Business, education, agriculture, and religion? Did your great-grandfather's farm survive severe weather hardships or wild hogs?

Or do you have anything you want us to know? Help us uncover West Texas Roots by telling your story.

Come to our recording session and tell us about your experience in West Texas!

Are you listening? Tune in!
12/13/2024

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Abilene Gives is about supporting Non-Profits in Abilene. KACU is proud to serve Abilene and the Big Country since 1986. If you value having local news in Abilene, consider giving to KACU during Abilene Gives. We appreciate your support! #AbileneGives @communityfoundationabilene

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Almost less than a month away! Snag your tickets before it's too late! https://www.paramountabilene.com/event-calendar/2024/02/13/rick-steves

Thanks for joining us for our annual Christmas radio play. If you would like to make an end-of-year donation to KACU, head over to the green donate button at KACU.org or by using the mobile app!

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For over 30 years, KACU has been the NPR Member public radio station in Abilene, Texas, broadcasting from the campus of Abilene Christian University in the Don Morris Building. KACU is heard locally on 89.5FM and streamed online at http://kacu.org. KACU has been serving the Big Country of West Texas with daily news, educational information, and music since 1986. Daytime programming includes "Morning Edition," "The World," "Here and Now," "Fresh Air," and "All Things Considered." Weekday evenings include classical music programming starting with "Exploring Music by Billy McGlaughlin," followed by "Performance Today," and others. Weekends include "Car Talk," "Wait Wait Don't Tell Me," "Ask Me Another," "Weekend Edition," "Live From Here," and others. University students provide the on-air talent as well as produce "This Week in Abilene," a live community events calendar. KACU’s local music programs include Dr. Jazz's "All That Jazz" and "Nightsounds with Kyle McAlister" which are heard only on KACU. "The Appetizer" is a syndicated program produced in the Abilene area as well.