Before producing an internationally syndicated radio show, Malinda (Ellison) Flenniken began her radio career at the age of 17 in Big Spring, TX, hired for what was then referred to as “telephone sales.” She soon became the Afternoon Drive host for the station before taking the plunge and moving to Los Angeles, CA at age 19. Malinda found her way to KGIL serving as Assistant Program Director, then Afternoon Drive announcer on the San Fernando Valley’s KMGX “Magic in the Valley.” After a few years of trying to catch glimpses of the legendary Rick Dees in and around Hollywood, Malinda was invited to the KIIS FM studios where she finally got to meet her radio hero. She was offered the opportunity to write and produce comedy bits for “Rick Dees in the Morning” which….she accepted! Her first comedy bit to hit the L.A. airwaves in the mid-’90s was a parody of Prosecutor Marcia Clark singing to O.J. Simpson in the style of Madonna’s “Take a Bow.” Her mesh with the Dees style of quality, professionalism, and comedy escalated to the internationally syndicated “Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown” where she became the Associate Producer, then the Producer, and finally Executive Producer. A decade of traveling the globe and brushing with celebrities during the Dees years was an incredible ride of memorable experiences. When her father became ill, Malinda left the Countdown and spent a year commuting between L.A. and Big Spring, TX where her family remained. When her father passed away, a gentleman in her hometown funeral home assisted her family…and won her heart. The following year, Malinda moved back to Texas where she joined “Lew Dee, Diana, and Malinda in the Morning” on Lubbock’s KLZK. The gentleman Funeral Director back in Big Spring came calling…they married, and Malinda became General Manager of her hometown radio station, KBST. She and her husband Danny Flenniken, along with partners Mike and Sheila Abusaab, now own KBest Media which includes KBST 95.7 FM, KBST AM 1490, and KBTS 94.3 FM.

Sheila is a retired Spanish teacher and is held in the warmest regards by all the students that she knew during her teaching career.  She is the voice you hear during the prediction show known as “The Sports Babe”.  Sheila is involved with many wonderful things in the community including Keep Big Spring Beautiful and Delta Kappa Gamma.

When asked about activities she responded, “We started the Abusaab Teaching Scholarship this year to encourage students to become teachers to fill the need we have for educators.”

Her favorite quote is “Do unto others as you would want them to do to you!”

Born and raised in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Nick was immersed in radio from the very start—thanks to his father, longtime on-air personality Larry Proietti. His earliest memories in broadcasting trace back to reading school lunch menus live on KFBC as a kid. That early spark ignited a lifelong passion for radio, which became the foundation of his career.

He spent the majority of my broadcasting journey in his hometown of Cheyenne, beginning as a board operator at KRRR and 1480 KRAE. Over the years, he worked my way up to become General Manager for KYOY and 1480 KRAE—stations proudly still owned by his father. In 2023, he expanded his horizons, taking on the role of Operations Manager for WDSN and WCED at Priority Media in DuBois, Pennsylvania.

His path took an exciting turn in 2024 when he entered the world of television, joining the team at NewsWest 9 in Odessa, Texas, as their News Operations Manager. Now, he’s thrilled to be returning to his radio roots as part of the KBest Media team in Big Spring, Texas. He’s excited to bring engaging, high-quality content to the airwaves and connect with this vibrant community.

Outside the studio, he’s fueled by a love for travel and storytelling, which he shares on his YouTube vlog channel. He’s also a die-hard sports fan who proudly backs the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, Golden State Warriors, and the Vegas Golden Knights. He studied at the University of Idaho and continue to draw inspiration from everywhere life takes him.

As Chief Engineer, David works behind the scenes maintaining the transmitters and other equipment at the tower sites as well as the studio equipment.  David keeps the equipment working that keeps us on the air!

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Jennifer is a 51 year old mother of three sons and two stepdaughters.  She is also a grandmother to Millaray.  Originally from Seymour, TX, she has lived in Big Spring for almost 20 years.  Jennifer’s background is mostly in healthcare, but she did a short stint in radio over 15 years ago.  In her free time, Jennifer enjoys reading, playing with her two dogs and hanging out with her friends and family.

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NAME: Tamara Averette

JOB TITLE(S): Account Executive

ANY NICKNAMES? Tam and Princess

HOMETOWN: Big Spring TX

FIRST JOB: I started babysitting when I was 10 but my first job aside from that was at Taco Villa

CURRENT OBSESSIONS: I love spending time with family and friends. Currently Chad and I are loving to travel more and go camping

ALL-TIME FAVORITE MOVIE: Tombstone hands down!

IF YOU WEREN’T IN RADIO, WHAT WOULD YOU BE DOING? I enjoyed my years in the school system and have my degree to be a certified teacher. I’m truly the adult who hasn’t decided what I want to do. I’ve thought about nursing, vet tech and teaching.

DO YOU BELIEVE IN THE 3 SECOND RULE? I do to some extent. Drop it on the floor or in the yard you are good. Drop it in the pens at the barn I would inspect it first.

FAVORITE QUOTES: Corinthians 13:4-8

TEAMS: Texas Tech

PET PEEVES: Stop clicking your pens, tapping on tables and chairs and please push in your chairs!

 

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF: I was born and raised in Big Spring TX by my amazing and supportive mom, Marsha Bishop. I am happily married to Chad Averette, and we have 2 wonderful kids Katie and Korbett. We are members of First Baptist Church and strive to live each day as strong and loving Christians. I have my bachelor’s in educational studies. We love chasing our kids around in their various sports and extracurricular activities. Chad and I enjoy helping the community out as much as we can, so we are members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. I am also the president of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary and I have a special place in my heart for veteran’s. I love spending time with our family and friends and enjoy traveling and visiting as many beautiful places as possible.

Joey Harrison is a seasoned midday radio talent with a rich background in both radio and television. He has worked across a variety of small markets, including managing a station in East Wyoming and serving as the morning show host. Joey also spent time in the Dallas market with KAAM Radio and currently brings his engaging personality to the midday airwaves at KBST Radio. Known for his natural connection with listeners and decades of experience, Joey now enjoys sharing his passion for classic and contemporary country western music with a loyal and growing audience. He is also a former Eastern Airline’s pilot with many thousands of hours of flight in the airlines and the corporate arena.

Born and raised in Big Spring, went to Elementary school, Junior High and High School. From 1968 to 1972 I served in the US Navy, and I am a Vietnam Veteran.  Came home and graduated from Howard College with an associate’s degree in Electronics. My career in Radio started in 1990 as a DJ in the new Tejano Show on Saturdays.  I have worked on all the parts of Radio from, DJ, Sales, training new DJ’s, Scheduling of workers, production to Programming of the Tejano Music.  I was Honor by the Chamber of Commerce with the man of the year in 2019, Currently I am President of the Board of Directors at the YMCA, Vice president of Food to kids and Public Relations officer at the Tuesday Rotary Club.  I have been married to my wife Mary Ann for 50 years and we have 2 daughters Juanita, Anita and our Son Raul Jr plus 8 Grandchildren.

Tejano music has been the soundtrack of my life. From childhood memories with family to now playing it across the airwaves, it’s more than music — it’s a connection to our roots and our community. My passion is to keep Tejano alive in West Texas, giving a voice to the people and for the people.