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Standing in Solidarity with Communities Affected by the Texas Floods
Our hearts are with the people across Texas who have been impacted by the devastating floods. We extend our deepest condolences to the families who have lost loved ones, and our thoughts are with everyone facing displacement, destruction, and uncertainty.
In moments like these, we are reminded of the strength, compassion, and resilience of our communities. Please know that you are not alone—your pain is shared, and your recovery matters to all of us at KOOP. If you are looking for ways to support those affected, we have compiled a list of resources below.
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Standing in Solidarity with Communities Affected by the Texas Floods
From all of us at KOOP Radio: Our hearts are with the people across Texas who have been impacted by the devastating floods. We extend our deepest condolences to the
MEET KOOP’S NEW VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR, TRAVIS POPE
Travis is our new “high mogul of the front desk.” We spoke on June 4th. Michael A. Brown: You’ve been involved for a long time with non-profits and community service.
KOOP Radio Celebrates World Refugee Day June 7 at the Bullock State History Museum
World Refugee Day (WRD) is a day in June designated by the United Nations. It is also among a number of culturally and historically significant days and events that the
Community Council Interim Elections
Hello listeners! KOOP Radio is now accepting nomination forms for seats on our Community Council and Community Council Community Organizations. The Community Council is responsible for championing our KOOP culture
Program Highlights
Celebrating Jimmy LaFave on KOOP Saturday 3-4pm
The Singer and the Song celebrates the music and memory of Jimmy LaFave. Beloved Austin musician should have turned 70 this weekend, but the musical legacy he left behind is
Boots on the Air – Monday, 7/14 @ 1 p.m.
KOOP’s series Boots On The Air continues Monday, July 14th at 1:00pm (1300 hrs) USA central / GMT -6. Join US Army vets Michael A. Brown and Perry Jefferies and KOOP’s
Los Desechos on International Folk Bazaar
Tune into the International Folk Bazaar when Kim Simpson talks with John Dell of local cumbadelica band Los Desechos about their upcoming debut album and shows. Wednesday, July 9, at
Party Stains – A Weekly Update from Stronger Than Dirt
Some FEATURED ARTISTS on this week’s Stronger Than Dirt (Saturday, July 12, 8-10pm) include Anna Karina, Billy Nicholls, Spirit, Blondie, Chi-Pig, Pointed Sticks, Poison 13, Eyeliners, Causey Way, lots of new
The Blog
Two Nights of Bayside and Smoking Popes at Emo’s 6/27 and 6/28
By Erik Casarez Bayside The current climate of 2000s emo nostalgia has gifted older millennials with a plethora of band reunions over the past half-decade. It’s become beneficial for a
Babestock is the Music Festival Austin Needs Right Now
By: Zelenny / Pink B Babe ATX hosted its 2nd annual Babestock Festival at Cheer Up Charlie’s this summer on June 14 and 15. The event featured two days full
Ten Years of Peripheral Vision
By Cheyenne Young If we’re lucky and if we’re looking for them, we each have the chance to witness a handful of phenomena in our lifetime. A total eclipse, bioluminescence,
Album Review: Alex Henley’s Slow Burning
By Ryan J Nims Photo by Nicolas Vitas When I started writing for KOOP, I thought I would try to cover things that tied into our local music scene, whether
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