Melissa is originally from Chicago but she moved to the Panhandle in 1986. She is a graduate of Canyon High School and went on to Amarillo College to learn all she could about radio. She has been on the radio in Amarillo for over 20 years and hopes for many more. She loves music, baseball, (especially her Atlanta Braves and hometown Chicago White Sox) and the Investigation Discovery Channel. She has one daughter, Faith, and a granddaughter, Laila, who you'll probably hear about on the air. You can find her at home cooking or experimenting with her Air Fryer and Instant Pot.
Melissa Bartlett
Texas Gold : Small-Town Stars Who Put Their Hometowns on the Map
Oh, the good ol' state of Texas. You have given us so much to be proud of. You have been there to let others know not to mess with us. I don't know of any other state in this great country that has the resources to make it on our own.
Famed Wrestler Terry Funk’s Amarillo Estate For Sale After Death
If you grew up watching wrestling. A lot of us did. A lot of us still enjoy a great wrestling match. If you grew up in the Texas Panhandle not only do you know wrestling and the love of it. You also probably know the name Terry Funk.
14 Common Questions When People Discover Your Lone Star Roots
Those that were born in Texas have that Texas pride. You can tell. Then there are those of us who weren't born here but got here as fast as we could. Isn't that the saying? That is what I have always heard.
Clearing the Air on Texas Tree Ownership: Who is Responsible?
Why did we as kids want to grow up so bad? I mean we thought life would be so much easier when we did. We could stay up as late as we wanted. Which turns out we really don't want to be up late. We want to go back to sleep as soon as we wake up.
Surprising Discovery: Lone Black-Eyed Pea Spotted in Texas
Talk about a blast from the past. We were talking about Black-Eyed Pea. You remember the restaurant? If you loved home cooking this was your place. We had one on I-40 in Amarillo back in the day.
The Big Texan More Than Big Steaks – Texas Hospitality Included
When you think of The Big Texan the first thing that pops into your mind is that 72 oz steak (if eaten within one hour). I mean they spend enough on advertising that has to be what they are known for, but really that is not all.
A Blast From the Past to Deter a Stolen Car Issue in Texas?
A few months ago I stopped by to get a quote on my car insurance. I was shopping around because who hasn't seen their rates go up? Oh, and for no good reason. I was told that they couldn't cover my car. I have never heard that before.
This is Why Driving on Texas Roads Nearly Scares Me to Death
I mean it literally scares me to death. Driving that is. The thought of getting in a car accident is a fear for many. Oh, and it is with good reason. Every time you turn around you hear about an accident that happened on I40.
Odd Architecture, Stunning Interior; Look at This $800k Home For Sale in South Amarillo!
Good things come in odd sizes--including this lovely home listed for sale in South Amarillo!
Snacking at Grocery Store Before Paying is That Illegal in TX?
I try to make it a habit I really do. If I am going to the grocery store I have to eat something before I leave. If I am out and about I will drive thru somewhere and scarf down a burger and fries before I pull into the grocery store parking lot.