Howdy! I'm a native Texan who has been blessed to call East Texas home since 1990. I have been married to a wonderful woman for 26 years and we have 3 children. In addition to hosting the Merrell in the Morning Show, I'm also the public address announcer for SFA football and basketball games (Axe 'em, Jacks!). I also do the play by play for Nacogdoches Dragon Football. I love God, and I'm especially fond of fajitas, brisket, and The Princess Bride.
Danny Merrell
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Lufkin, Nacogdoches, East TX
Strong to severe storms capable of large hail and tornadoes are moving into East Texas this morning
Don’t Buy This $5 Texas Lottery Scratch Off, Buy This One Instead
If you're looking to score big bucks on a Texas Lottery Scratch Off, here's a ticket you should NOT buy. But, here's a ticket you SHOULD consider
REPORT: Nacogdoches Inmate Commits Suicide, Investigation Begins
Texas Rangers are investigating the death of an inmate while housed at the Nacogdoches County Jail
ALERT: Deep East Texas in Bull’s Eye for Severe Storms, Tornadoes
A strong storm system will bring downpours and the possibility of severe storms to the Pineywoods this weekend
New Yorker Catches Monster Bass on First Cast at Lake Sam Rayburn
A 23-year-old angler reeled in a huge largemouth bass weighing nearly 14 pounds on Lake Sam Rayburn
JACKPOT: East Texas Has Another Big Money Scratch-Off Winner
East Texas has another 6-figure money winner thanks to a Texas Lottery scratch-off
Hey Texas, This Rare Easter Event Won’t Happen Again Until 2285
Discover how the date of Easter is determined each year, using a formula based on the first full moon after the Vernal Equinox.
These Texas Teams Are Going 400+ Miles To District Football Games
Here are the teams that will be spending at least 6 hours on the road for some of their district football games.
You Have $20 For Texas Scratch-Offs, Here Are The Ones to Buy
Discover how analyzing prize data can increase your chances of winning the top prizes on scratch-off lottery tickets.
How a Hungover Player From Texas Had A Super Bowl MVP Performance
This football player from East Texas broke numerous team rules and never expected to play in the Super Bowl, much less have the game of his life.
Another Round of Flooding…and Maybe a Tornado for East Texas?
Get ready for another round of storms in East Texas. More downpours could bring flooding, and what about severe weather?
Lufkin Heroes Honored for Saving Life of Man Hit By Stray Bullet
Family members, Lufkin first responders honored for saving man's life on New Year's Day