Hometown: Fresno, CA (where it all started at a 5,000 watt radio station). Birthday: August 15. Sign: Neon. Marital Status: Married to Sweetie Nash. Pets: 2 dogs, 2 cats. Favorite Artist: I’m really not into art. Favorite All-Time CD: The one that paid the highest interest rate. Oh, wait…you mean music? The Pilgrim by Marty Stuart. It's a masterpiece. Favorite Song Lyric: “I’ll be somewhere down in Texas, if you’re looking for me…” First Concert Attended: The Edgar Winter Group w/Bad Company opening, 1974. Yeah…I’m old. So? Favorite Food: Anything Italian (my wife says she could put red sauce on an old shoe and I’d probably eat it!), but Mexican runs a close second. Favorite Local Restaurant: Let me try a few, and I’ll report back. Favorite Local Hangout: Wherever there’s good, LIVE Country music! Favorite Actor: Kelsey Grammar. Favorite Movie: That Thing You Do! Favorite TV Show: It used to be 24, but lately it’s been Touch and The Voice. Favorite Sports Team: The Sugar Land Skeeters. Favorite Website: Facebook, where I spend entirely too much time! Nickname Growing Up: Isn’t “Skeeter” enough of a nickname? People Would Be Shocked If They Knew: I was a founding member of the (original) Boy Howdy Band! Hobbies: I’m a licensed amateur radio operator (General class, call sign: N5ASH); I’m also a singing drummer and award-winning songwriter!
Skeeter Nash
Tech Basics: Introduction to Computers
If you've felt intimidated by today's computer technology, there's hope! The Victoria Public Library invites you to a basic introduction to the computer. Learn computer terminology and learn to use the mouse—an important step to mastering the world of computers. The class will use an online mousing tutorial and is designed for those who have never touched a computer.
MMMmmm…Steak!
Got a hankerin' for a juicy cut of beef? Then don't miss American Legion Steak Night, Friday, July 4th at the American Legion Hall, 1402 E. Santa Rosa St. in Victoria! The event starts at 5:30 p.m., and is open to anyone who would like to attend. Enjoy a full meal of steak, salad, baked potatoes and desserts.
Come Paint With Us – Adult Classes
A time to relax, socialize and paint - where it is about fun art - not fine art!
Adult classes will be held every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening from 6:30-9 p.m. at Gallery 313 Rio (313 Rio St. in Victoria).
Each adult class is $25, which includes canvas and paints and an appetizer table available.
BBB Warning: Expect Scammers to Use Leaked Celebrity Photos as ‘Click Bait’
Better Business Bureau (BBB) serving Central, Coastal, Southwest Texas and the Permian Basin is warning that it expects to see scammers taking advantage of the recent leak of celebrity photos to trick consumers into clicking links to fraudulent websites. Scammers tend to take advantage of sensational news and public curiosity to spread malware that can lead to identity theft.
Inez VFD 11th Annual Fundraiser
The Inez, TX Volunteer Fire Department will hold its 11th annual Fundraiser at the Inez Community Center on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to midnight. Chicken fried steak plates will be served from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Other activities include a Cake Walk starting at 4:00 (cake donations are welcome), silent auction from 4:00-7:00; live auction and raffle starting at 6:30...
Yoakum Police To Hold Auction
Looking for a bargain? The Yoakum Police Department will be auctioning off abandoned and junked vehicles on Saturday, August 30, 2014 starting at 10:00 a.m. at the City of Yoakum Police Impound, located at 101 Baldwin St. in Yoakum.
The owners and lien holders, by default, have waived all rights, title and interest in said vehicles; and therefore, the vehicle will be sold at public auction in acco
Labor Day Holiday Closings
Here's what you need to know regarding which City of Victoria services will be operating (or not) on Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 1, 2014).
All non-emergency city offices will close Monday, Sept, 1st for Labor Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd.
Win With The “Bass-Ackwards Song!”
Think you know your Country music forwards and backwards? If you do, you could be a winner weekday mornings at 8:20 with Skeeter Nash! Listen for the "Bass-Ackwards Song of the Day" clue...it's a portion of a big Country hit song played backwards. If you guess the right song title, you WIN!!
Governor’s Small Business Forum
Opportunities for minority- and woman-owned businesses, and veterans Governor's Small Business Forums, sponsored by the Texas Governor’s Office, the Texas Workforce Commission, and hosted by local partners - Victoria Chamber of Commerce, and UHV Small Business Development Center, are designed to give entrepreneurs and small businesses valuable tools, skills, and knowledge needed to thrive in today
BBB: College Students at High Risk for Identity Theft
Information sharing has become second-nature to many college students who have grown up in an era of social media, smartphones and widely available internet access. Unfortunately, this also makes students more susceptible as a target for scams and fraud.
Identity thieves look to college-age adults because they often have good, clean credit scores. Young adults are also prime targets, not just beca
Victoria VFW Burger Night
Victoria Post 4146 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars invites you to VFW Burger Night at VFW Hall: 2001 Lova Drive, every Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. And what a deal! Get a juicy burger and chips for just $4.00! Food is available for dine-in or carry-out...
Toddler Time at Victoria Public Library
Free weekly events for walkers to age 3 with a parent/caregiver. Stories, repetitive songs, finger plays, and activities to encourage early language development and social skills. Toddler Time lasts about 30 minutes and is followed by 15 minutes of free play.