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Maren Morris Says Writing For Tim McGraw Was Validation

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Maren Morris’ debut single, “My Church,” may have been the song that introduced her voice to the world, but it was another tune that Maren credits as changing her life. Early in her songwriting career in Nashville, Maren teamed up with fellow musician (now-boyfriend) Ryan Hurd to pen a song titled “Last Turn Home.” The song found its way onto Tim McGraw’s 2014 album, Sundown Heaven Town, and Morris says that moment helped solidify her as a songwriter in town.  Maren tells People, “To have Tim be the first person to ever cut one of my songs was just the purest form of validation.”

 

·       But Maren also admits that she couldn’t remain purely a songwriter for long; there was an itch to make her own music, too. She says, “I missed being onstage behind the microphone. After a while it was hard to hear another voice singing my lyrics.”

House Fire In Washington

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On January 20th, 2017 at approximately 4:20 AM the Washington County Communications Center received multiple reports of a house fire at 609 East Washington Street in Washington. The callers reported that the top level of the house was fully engulfed in flames and that someone was possibly inside the residence. Washington Fire Department personnel were dispatched along with the Ainsworth Fire Department and Washington County Ambulance. One occupant was pronounced dead at the scene and the State Fire Marshal’s Office was contacted. The name of the victim is being withheld and will be released at a later time. The cause of the fire is undetermined and is currently under investigation. Further information will be released as it becomes available. Also responding to the scene were personnel from the Washington Police Department, Washington County Sheriff’s Office and Alliant Energy.

Lee Ann Womack Is Heading To Bridge View Center

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Ottumwa, IA: Just announced, the Bridge View Center will present multi Grammy-nominated artist Lee Ann Womack at the Bridge View Center on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 7:30 pm.

The Way I’m Livin’, Womack’s first album in seven years, earned two rounds of Grammy nominations – 2015 Country Album of the Year, 2016 Best Solo Country Vocal Performance and Country Song for “Chances Are” – as well as nods for the Americana Music Association Album and Artist of the Year.

The Grammy-winner has built a career seeking songs that slice life wide open to let the pain, the emptiness, the rage and the desire pour out. A Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year, she’s also won the prestigious Album of the Year for There’s More Where That Came From, plus a pair of Single of the Year for “I May Hate Myself in the Morning” and “I Hope You Dance.” I Hope You Dance sold over 6 million albums; the title track topped multiple charts in multiple formats around the globe.

Tickets On Sale Friday, January 27th at 9:00 am
Reserved Seats*: $43.00, $33.00
Additional Fee’s may apply*

For ticket information visit www.bridgeviewcenter.com or call Ticketmaster at (800) 745-3000.
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ABOUT Bridge View Center
The Bridge View Center, opened in 2007, is nestled on the banks of the Des Moines River and is the crown jewel for the City of Ottumwa. This
92,000 square foot complex features an Expo Hall, adjoining conference/meeting space, a state-of the art Theater and a Grand Lobby that
welcomes you in! It is fast becoming the premier destination in SE Iowa for concerts, theatrical events and conventions.
ABOUT VenuWorks
VenuWorks provides customized management solutions for arenas, stadiums, theatres and convention centers throughout the country with
services that include operations, catering, concessions, along with the booking and marketing of sports and entertainment events.
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CRP State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE)

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Iowa has received an additional 115,000 CRP acres for SAFE projects which restore high-priority wildlife habitat tailored to specific state’s needs. These projects can be used to restore habitat for threatened and endangered species, species that have suffered significant population declines or species that provide significant social or economic value to the community.

25,000 acres are targeted for pheasant recovery, 40,000 acres will be dedicated to quail habitat and the remaining 50,000 acres will be used for the establishment of annual or perennial wildlife food plots.

Producers interested in submitting applications for these programs should do so now as acres will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please contact the Keokuk County FSA office at (641) 622-2800 to inquiry about the options available to you.

January 20th: On This Day

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On this day in 1985, Brantley Gilbert was born in Jefferson, Georgia. Gilbert went to Nashville originally as a songwriter and signed to Warner Chappell Publishing. He continued performing and put out an independent album, Modern Day Prodigal Son.

In 2011, he signed with Valory Music Co, where he has released two studio albums and produced four number-one hits.

Kelsea Ballerini Is Taking A Break From Social Media

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Kelsea Ballerini is taking a two-week break from social media to focus her energy on making new music. In a message posted on Instagram, Kelsea explained that after spending the last month being inspired by the beauty of what she’s seen while traveling, she wants to spend every second that she’s home making the best music she can for her fans . Ballerini said, “My creativity and inspiration are bursting at the seams as I head home to Nashville, and for the next 2 weeks I’m going to dive into that and see what I can find. So, as I create, write, and finish my record, I’m going to take a little break from social media.”

Blake Shelton Makes History At People’s Choice Awards

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Blake Shelton made history on Wednesday night (1/18) when he became the first country artist to win in the all-genre Favorite Album category at the People’s Choice Awards. Aside from earning the coveted Favorite Album award for his latest record, If I’m Honest, Shelton also took home his second consecutive trophy for Favorite Male Country Artist.

 

·         Reacting to his historic win, Blake said, “I could not be more thankful. All I’ve ever wanted to do is sing country music, so to win Favorite Male Country Artist is incredible. And to be the first country artist to ever win Favorite Album is beyond words.”

·         Some of the other country winners at the People’s Choice Awards were Carrie Underwood, who won Favorite Female Country Artist, and Little Big Town, who took home the Favorite Country Group trophy.

 

Rogers Officer of the Year 2016

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The Oskaloosa Police Department is pleased to announce that Officer Austin Rogers has been selected as the Oskaloosa Police Department’s 2016 Officer of the Year.

Officer Rogers began his career with the Oskaloosa Police Department in March 2015 and has worked as a patrol officer since joining the Department.  Officer Rogers was selected because of his tremendous work ethic, professionalism, and compassion for his job and community.  Officer Rogers has a passion to always give his very best no matter what the situation and always strives to go above and beyond the duty requirements. Officer Rogers represents our Department and community very well.  All of the Oskaloosa Police Department staff are very proud of Officer Rogers and his accomplishments.

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