In the hopes of breathing a breath of fresh air into the city, Burkburnett city commissioners approved their final downtown master plan Monday night. City officials will now move forward with their plan that’s been in the works for months with the hope that it helps grow the city’s economy and support the growth of…… MORE
Funeral for Reba McEntire’s Mother Has Been Postponed
Reba McEntire’s mother, Jacqueline, 93, died on March 14. Reba made the announcement via Instagram on March 14, saying, in part: “Our Mother, Jacqueline McEntire, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven today. She had a wonderful, full, healthy life and was absolutely ready to go. The cancer might think it won the battle but…… MORE
Kelsea Ballerini Says Release Week for Her New Self-Titled Album “Is Going to Look Pretty Different”
Kelsea Ballerini will release her third studio album, Kelsea, on March 20. In addition to penning every track on the upcoming project—much like her 2015 debut album, The First Time, and 2017 sophomore album, Unapologetically—Kelsea serves as the co-producer on her new album. Kelsea marks the first time Kelsea has assumed the role of co-producer…… MORE
Myth Busted: Jake Owen Says He Never Tried to Go Pro as a Golfer
Count Jake Owen among the best golfers in the country music community, just don’t count him as a pro. Along with Colt Ford, Vince Gill and Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley, Jake is one of the best country singers out on the links. Read any story about Jake and it’s bound to bring up the fact…… MORE
Blake Shelton Says Morgan Wallen Is the One That “Got Away” on “The Voice”
Morgan Wallen’s career is on fire right now. The 26-year-old has scored back-to-back No. 1 singles on the Billboard Country Airplay chart with “Up Down” (June 2018) and “Whiskey Glasses” (June 2019). His current single, “Chasin’ You,” is No. 14 on the chart after 32 weeks. But it wasn’t that long ago that the Sneedville,…… MORE
Nashville’s Metro Board of Health Closes Bars on Lower Broadway
On March 15 at 2:45 p.m., Nashville Mayor John Cooper announced the closure of bars throughout Davidson Country—including downtown’s famed Lower Broadway district—in response to the COVID-19 public health emergency. The Metro Board of Health convened for an emergency meeting on March 15 at 5 p.m., unanimously approving the mayor’s proposal, which includes: closing bars…… MORE
Academy of Country Music Postpones 55th ACM Awards
The Academy of Country Music has postponed the 55th ACM Awards, which were scheduled to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 5. The ACM Awards will now take place in September, although no exact date has been announced. The decision continues ongoing actions to prevent the spread of the…… MORE
Reba McEntire’s Mother, Jacqueline, 93, Passes Away
Reba McEntire’s mother, Jacqueline, 93, died on March 14. Reba shared the news via Instagram, which you can read below. Our Mother, Jacqueline McEntire, made that wonderful cross over into Heaven today. She had a wonderful, full, healthy life and was absolutely ready to go. The cancer might think it won the battle but we’re…… MORE
COVID-19 Cancellations Hurt Wichita Falls Businesses
Businesses across Wichita Falls are feeling the impact of the Coronavirus, especially after the cancellation of the St. Patrick’s Day Festival. Organizers say the cancellation was done in the best interest of our community. Each year it brings in thousands of dollars to the city and now it leaves many wondering what to do next.…… MORE
Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum Closes Through March 31
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Hatch Show Print, Historic RCA Studio B and the CMA Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will be closed temporarily to the public March 14 though March 31. Starting on March 16, the Hall of Fame will begin issuing refunds on all purchases…… MORE
