KTBC-TV first crackled to life in 1952, becoming a beacon of information and entertainment for the burgeoning city of Austin. Right here, where the pulse of Texas beats strong, KTBC-TV, originally known by its call letters KTBC, has been a silent observer to history. This wasn’t just any TV station. KTBC-TV was the first television station in Austin and all of Central Texas. Imagine the excitement when this station first began broadcasting. The ownership of KTBC-TV adds a layer of intrigue to its story. It was owned by none other than Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson. Yes, you heard right, the same Lyndon B. Johnson who would later become the 36th President of the United States. Lady Bird, a savvy businesswoman, used her inheritance to purchase the station, making her one of the first First Ladies to be a self-made millionaire. Can you picture the bustling newsroom, buzzing with activity as it reported on national and international events, all while under the watchful eyes of the future President and First Lady? KTBC-TV remained under the Johnson family’s ownership until 1972 when FCC regulations necessitated its sale. Today, KTBC-TV stands as a testament to the evolution of media, a bridge connecting Austin’s past to its vibrant present.
Addcox House Plaque
But that’s not all that makes Addcox House special. It also has an enchanting wraparound porch with arched brick supports.