Dolly Parton’s Final Request to Sister Stella Before Her Death
Dolly’s faith was part of her life from childhood through her final days. Her sister Stella now remembers one especially meaningful moment near the end. Continue reading…
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AMERICANA MUSIC
APPALACHIAN ARTISTS
Appalachian Echoes is a three-hour, weekly syndicated radio program that highlights the talented artists, songwriters and musicians with ties to Appalachia, as well as the vibrant and growing genre of Americana music which often features the echoes of Appalachian influence. The show focuses on predominantly independent artists and music often overlooked by commercial radio playlists, and fuels a sense of listener loyalty based on home place pride.
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AMERICANA MUSIC NEWS
Breakout Country Star Dominates CMA Nominations For 2026
Ella Langley’s star continues to rise. The country star has enjoyed a fantastic 2026, and that success has been recognized by the CMA Awards.
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NFL Investigating Eagles Security Guard After Former Player Makes Shocking Revelation
The NFL has launched an investigation into Philadelphia Eagles head of security Dom DiSandro. Better known as Big Dom. And it’s all because of the explosive comments that one player made during a recent podcast. It’s no secret that NFL franchises have security teams to prevent their most prized assets — the players. But the […]
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High School Student Rushed to Hospital After Inhaling Toxic Chemicals
The school year began at Benson Polytechnic High School with an unfortunate, very frightening incident that could have ended tragically. An unnamed male student, age 15, at the school in Portland, Oregon, allegedly inhaled toxic chemicals. The incident took place while the school was in session, per People. The Portland Police Bureau Issued a News […]
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