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Text DFW to 24042 to join 97.9 The Beat’s mobile club for exclusive news (Terms & Conditions). Follow 97.9 The Beat On Instagram: @979thebeat Name: Triple D Yungin Hometown: Dallas, TX Social Media: Follow the artist on Instagram @ tripledyungin Booking Email: wardlarance@gmail.com Title of Song: Baganese (Explicit Content) Stream/Download Music On: Spotify Apple Music […]
Text DFW to 24042 to join 97.9 The Beat’s mobile club for exclusive news (Terms & Conditions). Follow 97.9 The Beat On Instagram: @979thebeat Name: Big D Hometown: Little Rock, AR Social Media: Follow the artist on Instagram @ officialbigd501 Booking Email: rocktownhustler@gmail.com Title of Song: Stripper (Explicit Content) Stream/Download Music On: Spotify Apple Music […]
Text DFW to 24042 to join 97.9 The Beat’s mobile club for exclusive news (Terms & Conditions). Follow 97.9 The Beat On Instagram: @979thebeat Name: Droopy M Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX Social Media: Follow the artist on Instagram @droopy_marinez Booking Email: marines.donovan85@gmail.com Title of Song: #Fuego feat. DJ Kane, AB Dvinci, & Big Tank D […]
KBFB – 97.9 The Beat understands the importance of giving back to the community in which we serve. We are honored to be recognized nationally for the fourth year in a row by the National Broadcasting Association for excellence in the community. This particular Crystal Award nomination means a lot after having to adjust […]
The family of a middle school student is demanding answers from Haggard Middle School after bully, racism, and humiliation allegations were made by 13-year-old Semarion Humphrey. The family alleges Semarian was invited to a sleepover by a group of students and was forced to drink another student’s urine while other children laughed. According to CBS […]
Communities of color across the Dallas-Fort Worth area have been hit disproportionately hit hard by COVID-19, particularly the African American and Hispanic communities. As the vaccine for COVID-19 rolls out, it is essential to address the concerns many people of color have about the vaccine due to various historic and cultural factors. Radio One has […]
Governor Abbot decided that beginning March 10, it is no longer mandatory to wear a mask, and businesses can open 100%. Well you're a big kid and can make your own decision. So here's why you should decide to continue wearing your mask.
The Plano Police Department released a statement regarding the incident where a welfare check ended with a black 18-year-old in handcuffs. But they missed the mark, so I'm gonna help teach them how to say sorry.
https://twitter.com/FortWorthFire/status/1359950530727063558Thursday Morning At least 100 vehicles were involved in a massive pileup crash on Interstate 35W in Fort Worth, including several 18-wheelers. Five people have been confirmed dead according to WFAA. Police say the total number of injuries still remains unknown at this time. The crash happened around 6 a.m. as drivers were dealing with […]
You mean to tell me, Dani Leigh and Da Baby are done?? Yes. And I have a feeling she’s been telling herself some of the things below: 5. This is Better for my Career – Hey. You’re the yellow bone that he wanted, but went back to the chocolate baby mama, or whatever your song […]
I asked a guy if he was looking for a better job, and he told me I wouldn't understand because I don't have kids. Welp, here are some things YOU don't understand either:
Congratulations to President Biden and Vice President Harris! Now it's time to get to work. Here are a few things that I think need to happen first:
