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As the days get shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, you may begin to notice flocks of “little brown birds” beginning to arrive. What's the relationship between the grasslands of the Chihuahuan Desert region and these winter guests?

For many people in the Chihuahuan Desert the smell of rain comes from creosote bush resins. Did you know it’s been used as medicine for centuries, is the ultimate survivorin southwestern American deserts, and is a great ornamental shrub for home landscapes in the region?

The oil industry has often been demonized, but plentiful wildlife still abounds among the wells and equipment typical in the oil patch. Have you ever wondered how birds and animals can thrive in the middle of a sea of oil and gas wells?

We speak with Jesse Gonzales, Jr., incumbent for the 83rd District Attorney position. Early voting for 2012 Texas Primary election for county, district,…

The first Cassin’s Sparrow song of the year is a blessing to eagerly await. For most of the year Cassin’s sparrows are secretive. But in the spring, the male sings a melody that rises and falls, going up the scale as he flies up, going down the scale as he comes down. This behavior is known as “skylarking.” In Midland County, Texas, the Cassin’s sparrow’s skylarking song is a sign that spring is on the way.

Happy Memorial Day! Tune in today during the 10 AM hour for a Memorial Day Special from Hearing Voices. Green Beret and poet, Major Robert Schaefer, US…

Today's Talk at Ten guest is DNA sleuth Geoff Chambers, visiting the Fort Davis area from New Zealand. An eminent biochemist who consults with governments…

Today on Talk at Ten, a colorful conversation with two local artists. Our guests are Nick Terry, of Marfa, and Boyd Elder, of Valentine. They'll discuss…

The Colorado River is one of the most utilized and important rivers in Texas yet it is also one of the most underappreciated. Artist and Author Margie…

LA-by-way-of-Texas musician Jonny Burke returns to the KRTS studios to perform songs from his new album, "Cup Runneth Over." A veritable narrative of the…