Radio Abilene (106.3 The Raider, 101.7 The Patriot, Fox Sports Abilene, & NewsTalk1560)

Ronnie Garcia is the host of The Drive with RG on The Raider, heard live weekday afternoons. A retired educator and former high school principal in Fort Worth, Ronnie brings a steady, thoughtful presence to the microphone.

Ronnie’s radio career began in Texas in 1984 and includes experience with Texas State Network News and stations  including KWKC-AM 1340, KGNZ, KEAN, KORQ, along with KVRP in Haskell County. One of his most memorable early stops was “some awful station near a cemetery that only played classical music.”

Ronnie has a deep love for sports broadcasting and serves as the football play-by-play voice of the Stamford Bulldogs and the Abilene Gladiators.

Away from the microphone, Ronnie is married to Meg, and is an active member of the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest. His hobbies include attending live music, playing guitar, hunting, fishing, camping, and spending time with family.

A native of West Texas, Chad grew up in the tight-knit community of Post, TX, where he first discovered his love for radio at local station KPOS. After cultivating his skills in broadcasting, Chad embarked on a distinguished career with the U.S. Air Force, dedicating years of service to his country.

Following his retirement from active duty, he continued his commitment to national security by serving as a civilian with the Department of Defense. Today, Chad is enthusiastically returning to his roots in radio and broadcasting.

He currently shares his distinctive voice and passion for sports as the PA announcer for the Abilene Flying Bison baseball organization and brings excitement and insight as the Color Commentator for McMurry University Football.

George Orosco is the host of SoundTracks with George, airing live Saturday mornings on The Raider. 

In addition to his on-air role, George serves as a marketing consultant, with a focus on helping local small businesses grow and create meaningful impact in the community.

George is retired U.S. Air Force, having served from 1972 to 2005 with USAF Fire Protection. He retired from Dyess  as a Tech Sergeant.

George continued serving the Abilene community as Custodial Supervisor at Abilene High School for 12 years.

George is married to his wife, Angela. TThey have 14 grandchildren. The Oroscos enjoy traveling to visit family and are active parishioners at Holy Family Catholic Church. George is also a Mason, a drummer, and enjoys attending live music.