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'Go Down Looking': Riding Eagle's Nest

This week's program features an excerpt from “Go Down Looking,” a novel by Jim Ainsworth of Commerce. It’s the story of Jake Rivers, a young man whose search for self leads him across rural Texas. In today’s reading, Jake finds himself a woefully inexperienced but determined participant in a rodeo near Wolfe City. His skill and willpower will be tested by a horse called Eagle’s Nest. “Go Down Looking,” by Jim Ainsworth, read by the author.

Mark Haslett has served at KETR since 2013. Since then, the station's news operation has enjoyed an increase in listener engagement and audience metrics, as well recognition in the Texas AP Broadcasters awards.