Tag Archives: Marfa Public Radio
In Tune Interview: Emma Rush
On Marfa Public Radio’s “In Tune,” host Nick Hurt interviews classical musicians and speaks with them about their recordings and projects. On this episode, a conversation with guitarist Emma Rush.
Marfa Public Radio Earns Its Fifth National Edward R. Murrow Award
By Public Radio Staff Marfa Public Radio has received a National Edward R. Murrow award for excellence in journalism from the Radio Television Digital News Association. Permian Basin reporter Mitch Borden was recognized in the hard news category among small-market … Continue reading
Texans in Tune: MeiYin Steadman
By Nick Hurt, In Tune Texans In Tune is a segment of Marfa Public Radio’s Monday classical music program In Tune, featuring live performances with and conversations with students. In this segment — which first aired on Monday, April 20 … Continue reading
Two New Programs Join Marfa Public Radio’s Saturday Line Up
By Marfa Public Radio Beginning on Dec. 28, Marfa Public Radio will add two new hour-long programs to the Saturday morning line up.
WATCH: Marfa Town Hall On Aging And Dying In The Big Bend Region
By Marfa Public Radio The Big Bend Sentinel and Marfa Public Radio hosted a town hall on aging and dying in the tri-county area Thursday night. The event featured a panel of West Texans dedicated to serving the needs of … Continue reading
Who Do You Want To Remember This Día De Los Muertos? Let Us Know.
By Marfa Public Radio For día de los muertos, Marfa Public Radio is asking listeners to share memories and remembrances of loved ones that have died. On Nov. 1 we’re hoping to fill our airwaves with audio-altars — dedications and … Continue reading
Welcome, KOJP Presidio!
Marfa Public Radio is now broadcasting in Presidio on KOJP-95.3 FM. The station’s 1,000-watt antenna is atop the Presidio water tower, known for its iconic abuela mural by artist El Mac. Our new frequency will serve the border with news … Continue reading
With A Good Gimmick And Catchphrase, One Man Made A Name For Himself In The West Texas Boot Game
By Mitch Borden If you’re in West Texas and have turned on your TV over the last few decades you have probably seen this on your screen: Boots flying at a spry middle-aged man, who is catching them, all while … Continue reading
Marfa Public Radio Wins Three National Edward R. Murrow Awards
By Marfa Public Radio Marfa Public Radio has won three National Edward R. Murrow awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) for its reporting in 2018. This is the first time the station has received this number of … Continue reading
Marfa Public Radio Wins Seven Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
By Carlos Morales Marfa Public Radio has won seven regional Edward R. Murrow Awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) for excellence in electronic journalism. This is the most regional Murrow Award wins of any small market radio … Continue reading