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
Discover 12 Surprising Facts Behind Buc-ees’ Success Story In Texas
Learn about the hidden gems of Buc-ee's that even some of the most devoted fans didn't know.
The No. 1 Cheapest City to Live in Texas Will Shock You
Uncover Texas' best-kept secrets for affordable living. From charming towns to bustling suburbs, find your perfect home sweet home without breaking the bank.
We Found the Ultimate Hack to Avoid ‘Dry Turkey Syndrome’
I've used this method many, many times in the past when preparing chicken breasts and it makes all the difference in the world, albeit on a much smaller scale.
Man Says These are the 5 BEST Public Hunting Spots in Texas
So these are the recommendations shared via the YouTube Channel called The Skinny Pine Hunting Co. He said his recommendations are "based on success rate data and quality of bucks."
Zip Code Envy: The 2 Most Desirable Suburbs in Texas
They "ran an online panel survey of 3,000 adults in the U.S. to find out which suburbs across America have the most appeal." Two Texas suburbs made the Top 10.
It’s Surprisingly the No. 1 Most Stolen in Texas, Time to Sell It!
iPhones? Purses or wallets? Maybe a laptop, perhaps?
Actually no. It's something much larger than that.
This Hidden Speakeasy Has the Best Martini in Texas, They Say
People say that if you want to find the very best martini you can find anywhere in Texas, you may want to plan a little trip over to this 'hidden speakeasy.'
BANNED: You’re Not Allowed to Eat These 15 Foods in Texas
Discover the surprising truth about banned foods in Texas and how these restrictions impact public safety.
Jobs in Texas That Can Make You Richer Than You Might Think
Education vs. Entrepreneurship: Explore alternate paths to wealth beyond a college degree when applicable.
10 ‘Nice’ Things You Do That Fast Food Workers Actually HATE
We're not talking about things that most of us would consider quite rude behaviors at our East Texas fast food establishments, such as throwing your garbage on the floor, not trying to clean up after yourself, or not keeping your eye on your kids if they are running wild around the restaurant.
After delving into the details, I have to say that as someone who worked in fast food as a young person, including the drive-thru, some of these are SPOT ON.