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Country artist Sara Evans making Folsom tour stop; tickets on sale May 9

Local Country music fans will want to mark their calendars for one night this fall, as multi-platinum artist Sara Evans is set to perform at the Harris Center for the Arts. Evans is making a stop in Folsom on Sunday, October 19 and tickets that are …

Can Phoenix Compete with Nashville on the Country Music Scene?

Country Stars with Arizona Roots Waylon Jennings Born in Texas, the outlaw country legend was discovered in Arizona, working as a DJ in Coolidge before leading the house band at JD’s nightclub in Tempe. He died in Chandler after 64 years of fabled hard …

Country Music Tours Scheduled for 2025: Full List

Great country music never stops! This list of tours scheduled for 2025 features hitmakers, legends and newcomers embarking on a first set of headlining dates. See all country music tour dates from your favorite artists by clicking on any link below.  …

The Songs The Highwaymen Thought Were The Greatest Country Song Of All Time

For those of you who love the music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson, The Highwaymen were a genuine treat. When the four of them joined forces to create that supergroup, fans rejoiced. They made some sublime tunes …

Country Music Thrives In 2025, What Is Driving The Buzz?

Country music is thriving in 2025. Not everyone is wild about the trend, but awards, new songs, and artist news keep things exciting for fans as the genre keeps growing. Read on to find out what the buzz is all about. Miranda Lambert News And More Artists …

Kansas State Fair announces country singer as newest part of Nex-Tech Grandstand

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KCTV) - The Kansas State Fair has announced another country music legend to perform at the Nex-tech Grandstand stage. Lorrie Morgan with Mason Ramsey will perform on Sept. 14 at 5 p.m. Tickets begin at $30 and will become available on May …

Country Singer Surprises Couple For Their Wedding In Unforgettable Moment

Typically, brides don't like surprises on their wedding day. I can tell you that when I was getting married, a surprise was the last thing I would have wanted. However, I think this surprise gets a pass because it is just downright awesome. A famous …

Country artist Russell Dickerson coming to Spokane

SPOKANE, Wash. -- Hop in your 'Blue Tacoma' and get ready to rock with country artist Russell Dickerson in Spokane this fall! Dickerson is bringing his 'Russell Mania' tour to the Podium Tuesday, October 14.  Tickets go on sale this Friday, …

Matt Oakley is redefining country music with heart, soul and modernity

A compelling voice in the country music scene Matt Oakley’s blend of authenticity and fresh energy adds a new layer to the genre that thrives on storytelling.  From intimate performances to sharing stages with renowned artists like Bailey Zimmerman and 3 …

The 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here's who's nominated and how to watch

NEW YORK (AP) — Excuse me, you look like you might want to see the next generation of country music acts clean up at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards . NEW YORK (AP) — Excuse me, you look like you might want to see the next generation of country …

‘Saturday Night Live’ Writers Used To Lean On Country Music’s “Three Chords & The Truth” Motto To Write Sketches

When Saturday Night Live and country music collide. Who would have thought that one of the underlying sketch guidelines for Saturday Night Live would be a comparison to the guiding light of how country music should be produced? I wouldn’t have guessed it …

'Thankful' Reba McEntire achieves a milestone in country music

Reba McEntire recently talked about marking 50 years in country music. In an interview with PEOPLE magazine to promote her new partnership with Realtor.com, the 68-year-old legendary singer and actress shared that it is “mind-boggling” to mark a half …

Dates announced for Greenville Country Music Fest 2025

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The dates for the 2025 Greenville Country Music Fest have been announced. Organizers said the festival will be switching back to a two-day festival for it’s 6th year. The festival will run from Friday, Oct. 24 until …

Country music star Russell Dickerson bringing 'Russell Mania' tour to The Podium in Spokane

SPOKANE, Wash. — Another country music star is making a stop in Spokane this fall. This October, Russell Dickerson is making a stop in Spokane during his "Russell Mania" tour. Dickerson is performing at The Podium on Tuesday, October 14 at 8 p.m. …

Prasoon Joshi, Ila Arun, Papon Celebrate Folk Music

Photo: (Television) MUMBAI (ANI) – WAVES 2025 featured a compelling session titled “Spotify House: Evolution of Folk Music in India,” bringing together leading voices from India’s rich folk and music traditions. Moderated by host Roshan Abbas, the panel …

Austin folk singer Carolyn Hester gave Bob Dylan an early break

On Jan. 11, loyal reader Kathleen Bergeron dispatched this note: "When I was a youngster growing up in Austin — in the late '50s and early '60s — a local girl appeared several times on an afternoon TV show. Carolyn Hester was trying to become …

Rapper Quavo, country artist Chase Rice to perform at Fort Stewart’s “Salute to Summer” concert

FORT STEWART, Ga. (WTOC) - Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield will host a free “Salute to Summer” concert. The concert will be on June 27th on Fort Stewart’s Donovan Field. It will feature artists Quavo, Chase Rice and DJ Rock. The concert is free and open …

Australian country singer-songwriter Kasey Chambers to perform at BREC

‘Non-Binary Femme’ Singer Robert Adam Refuses to Perform His Queer Country Music in U.S. over Trump

Self-described “non-binary femme” Canadian country singer Robert Adam went to Nashville, Tennessee, to record his latest album but cites the triumphant return of President Donald Trump to the White House as the reason he won’t be heading back across the …

Remarkable Resilience of Human Rights Defenders a Source of Hope Amid Global Rollback on Rights

At least 324 defenders killed in 32 countries for their peaceful work in 2024 DUBLIN, IRELAND, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite an increasingly hostile world with expanded threats to their work, human rights defenders (HRDs) everywhere …

Kimbrough Legal, PLLC names Anuj Tiwari as Director of Operations

The new Director of Operations brings over 16 years of experience to strengthen internal systems and client services at the Austin-based family law firm AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kimbrough Legal, PLLC has …

Understanding Louisiana’s Laws on Defective Household Appliances and Consumer Injuries

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malfunctioning household appliances can pose serious risks to consumers. From electric stoves and space heaters to refrigerators and washing machines, defective products have the …

Filing a Claim for Injuries Caused by Contaminated Food in Louisiana

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contaminated food continues to pose a serious risk to public health. Incidents involving foodborne illnesses often result in medical complications, hospitalization, or long-term …

Strategic Recruitment Solutions (SRS) Supports Take Paws Rescue with Fundraiser for GiveNOLA Day, May 6, 2025

SRS, a legal recruiting firm who matches top-tier job applicants with premier law firms, set up the GiveNOLA Day fundraiser to help Take Paws Rescue's mission. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategic …

Keith Landry, Award-Winning Canadian Author, Makes Waves with Thrilling Political Fiction and Compelling Crime Stories

From compelling true-crime fiction to political upheaval, Keith Landry's work is a page-turning journey through the undercurrents of the human condition. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canadian author Keith …

Stephen J. Donell appointed Partition Referee in Joe Polk Trust v. Emil Hightower, Case #22STPB00556 (CA Superior Court)

On 04/11/25, LA Superior Court appointed Stephen J. Donell as Partition Referee in Joe Polk Trust v. Emil Hightower, Case No. 22STPB00556. LOS ANGELES, TX, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS ANGELES, Calif. (April 11, …

Tuesdays Were the Deadliest Day on Denver Roads in 2024, New Data Shows

New crash data reveals Tuesdays saw the most collisions in Denver last year, with clear weather and city streets posing the highest risks to drivers. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A comprehensive analysis by Fuller …

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

Legal Automation Group, LLC Launches MyLegal™ Version 3.0

EL DORADO HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal Automation Group, LLC (LAGL), the developers of MyLegal™, announced today the release of version 3.0 of MyLegal’s Legal Front Door™ and Gen AI & Automation Platform. …

Cloudwick Hires Natasha Nicolai as Chief Technology Officer

Ex-AWS leader and former CDO for the California Department of Social Services tapped to accelerate public sector and enterprise data transformation initiatives NEWARK, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cloudwick, a leading …

Proposed 2025 HIPAA Updates: How Employers Could Be Affected

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As mentioned at the beginning of January by The HIPAA Journal, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) has proposed long-awaited policy updates focused on its " …

The Law Office of Gary A. Farrell Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gary Farrell, Esq. is a respected and honored criminal defense attorney handling everything from misdemeanors like shoplifting to serial murders. He did not start out to be this kind …

First 5 California Welcomes Anthony Pane as New Chief Counsel

First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief Counsel. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief …

CIVITAS RESOURCES ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ...

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Civitas Resources, Inc. (“Civitas Resources” or the “Company”) ( …

SELECTQUOTE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating SelectQuote, Inc. on Behalf of SelectQuote Stockholders ...

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against SelectQuote, Inc. (“SelectQuote” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SLQT) on behalf of …

Veteran M&A Attorney Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson to Lead Corporate Business Transactions Practice Group

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Continues Strategic Growth with Addition of Industry Leader RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing its headcount to 25 attorneys, Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce …

IBTA Stock Notice: Ibotta, Inc. Stockholders are Encouraged to Contact Shareholder Rights Law Firm Robbins LLP for ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Ibotta, Inc. (NYSE: IBTA) common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the …

ZBIO Stock Notice: Zenas BioPharma, Inc. Stockholders are Encouraged to Contact Shareholder Rights Law Firm Robbins LLP ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Zenas BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZBIO) securities pursuant and/or traceable to the …

NSSC Stock News: Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information on the Class Action Lawsuit ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Napco Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC) securities between February 5, 2024 …