This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Red”. Red is a 3 year old medium sized hound mix. Red has all of his shots, has been dewormed, and is fully vetted. He’s a pretty laid-back guy, and seems to get along with other dogs and even cats.
If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Red or any of the pets at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, visit https://www.stephenmemorial.org/ and fill out an adoption application.
Check out our visit about Red with Terry Gott from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:
The Country Music Hall of Fame just got an iconic piece of memorabilia. Roy Acuff’s cherished fiddle has been donated to the museum by Vince Gill, who acquired the fiddle this year.
The iconic instrument was found and given to Acuff by American soldiers stationed in Germany at the end of World War II. It is now on display in a spotlight exhibit in the museum’s upper-level galleries.
“It felt important to me that the great Roy Acuff’s fiddle join the ranks of other revered instruments in the museum’s permanent collection—including Maybelle Carter’s 1928 Gibson L-5 guitar and Bill Monroe’s 1923 Gibson F-5 mandolin,” Vince shares. “The fiddle was given to Acuff by soldiers during a time of war because of how much he meant to them. He meant a lot to me, too.”
Today in 1972, Alabama gave their first paid performance at Canyonland Park, Alabama. At the time, they were known as Wild Country.
Today in 1981, the “Angel Of The Morning” single by Juice Newton was certified gold.
Today in 1990, Hank Williams Jr. married Mary Jane Thomas, a former Hawaiian Tropic model, in Montana. They’re still together.
Today in 1994, Mary Chapin Carpenter hit #1 with the single, “I Take My Chances.”
Today in 1996, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that John Denver must stand trial for a 1994 drunk driving accident near Aspen. He had allegedly run his car into a tree.
Today in 1997, the album, “Carryin’ Your Love With Me,” by George Strait was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1998, Martina McBride joined the Lilith Fair lineup in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was the first contemporary country artist to guest on the popular festival’s female-dominated bill.
Today in 1999, Shania Twain played the final date of her highly successful world tour in her hometown of Timmins, Ontario. It had also served as the starting point for the tour more than a year earlier.
Today in 1999, Tim McGraw kicked off his “A Place in the Sun” tour in Reno, Nevada. His opening acts were the Dixie Chicks and the Warren Brothers.
Today in 2009, the Zac Brown Band’s “Toes” single was released.
Today in 2010, A 17-mile stretch of Mississippi Highway 23 was designated by governor Haley Barbour as the ‘Tammy Wynette Memorial Highway.’
Today in 2011, Rascal Flatt’s “Easy” video featuring Natasha Bedingfield aired on CMT for the first time.
Today in 2014, Florida Georgia Line’s album “Here’s To The Good Times” was certified double-platinum by the RIAA.
Today in 2015, John Schneider and Tom Wopat disappeared from the TV Land schedule as the network pulled “The Dukes Of Hazzard” in the midst of controversy over the Confederate flag. A June bombing of a black church fired up a national debate over the racist meanings in the flag. Its logo appeared on the “Dukes” car, the General Lee.
Today in 2015, Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard married Hayley Stommel at Trail Creek Cabin in Sun Valley, Idaho. Bandmate Brian Kelley served as the best man, and songwriter Sarah Buxton performed the John Legend song “All Of Me.” Also in attendance were Thomas Rhett, Brett Eldredge, Charles Kelley and Canaan Smith.
Today in 2017, Lady Antebellum’s “Heart Break” debuted at #1 on the “Billboard” country albums chart.
Today in 2017, Montgomery Gentry performed “Where I Come From” on the Grand Ole Opry. It served as the last Opry appearance by Troy Gentry, who died in a helicopter accident the following September.
Today in 2017, Carl Perkins and “Summertime Blues” songwriter Eddie Cochran were inducted in the Rock-A-Billy Hall of Fame in Jackson, Tennessee.
Today in 2017, Luke Bryan used social media to introduce the family’s new dog, Choc.
Today in 2019, Carrie Underwood occupied the cover as People magazine features “100 Reasons To Love America.” The list also hailed Beyonce, “Sesame Street,” Michelle Obama, the Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade and Kacey Musgraves and the women of modern country, including Kelsea Ballerini and Maren Morris.
Alan Jackson’s “Where I Come From” benefit concert for tornado relief took place this weekend and it raised a lot o money to help those in need.
The concert, which livestreamed on Facebook, raised $2 million In addition to Alan, it featured performances from Chris Young, Caylee Hammack, and more.
“This was a great day,” Alan shared. “A lot of people dedicated their time here, volunteering. It takes a lot to put on a show this big, and we really are grateful to all the help. Most of all, we appreciate all of you people that have come out and help all these folks in need.”
Today in 1975, the “Fire On The Mountain” album by the Charlie Daniels Band was certified gold.
Today in 1980, Glen Campbell and Tanya Tucker graced the cover of “People”
Today in 1982, the “My Home’s In Alabama” album by Alabama was certified platinum.
Today in 1984, Vern Gosdin reached #1 with the single, “I Can Tell By The Way You Dance.”
Today in 1987,T. Oslin’s “‘80’s Ladies” album was released.
Today in 1987, Highway 101’s self-titled debut album was released.
Today in 1993, Kenny Chesney signed his first recording contract, with Capricorn Records.
Today in 1995, Garth Brooks received a star in front of Capitol Records on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He buried the masters to his album, “The Hits,” underneath the star.
Today in 1998, Pam Tillis released her album, “Every Time,” featuring the hit single “I Said A Prayer.”
Today in 1998, Faith Hill’s “Faith” album was certified both gold and platinum.
Today in 1998, Jeff Foxworthy’s “Games Rednecks Play” album was certified triple Platinum.
Today in 1998, Mindy McCready’s “If I Don’t Stay The Night” album was certified gold.
Today in 1998, Faith Hill’s “This Kiss” single was certified gold.
Today in 2000, Pam Tillis was moonlighting as a gas station attendant in Nashville. Pam pumped gas as a “Celebrity Pumper” as part of a Nashville radio station promotion.
Today in 2001, Chet Atkins succumbed to cancer after a valiant fight. An influential guitarist and producer who helped create “The Nashville Sound,” he entered the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1973 and later, earned a Lifetime Achievement award from the GRAMMYS.
Today in 2002, Kenny Chesney’s “No Shoes, No Shirt No Problems” album, took the top spot on “Billboard’s” Top Country Albums chart back from the “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” soundtrack.
Today in 2005, Rascal Flatts guitarist Joe Don Rooney got engaged to Tiffany Fallon while aboard a cruise ship in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Today in 2014, Maddie & Tae’s debut single, “Girl In a Country Song,” was released.
CNN is celebrating the Fourth of July this weekend with a special that includes performances by Brad Paisley, Trisha Yearwood, Billy Ray Cyrus and more.
“The Fourth In America” special, kicking off at 7 pm on Sunday, will be hosted by CNN anchors Dana Bash and Don Lemon and Victor Blackwell and Ana Cabrera, and will include fireworks from across America.
Other performers confirmed for the special include: The Beach Boys with John Stamos, Bebe Rexha, Black Eyed Peas, Blues Traveler, Chicago, Flo Rida, Kool and the Gang, Nelly, Susanna Hoffs, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Foreigner, REO Speedwagon, Sammy Hagar & The Circle, and more.
Today in 1968, Tammy Wynette scored her fourth #1 hit with the single, “D-I-V-O-R-C-E.”
Today in 1971, Elvis Presley Blvd. was named in his honor in Memphis, Tennessee.
Today in 1980, George Jones topped the charts with the single, “He Stopped Loving Her Today.” Here’s a fun fact for ya – after George recorded the song, he bet his producer $100 that the song was so maudlin, it would never get to number one. Not only did it top the charts, it was eventually voted to be the greatest country song of all time.
Today in 1990, Charlie Daniels’ “Simple Man” album was certified gold.
Today in 2004, Blake Shelton began shooting his “Some Beach” video in Tennessee.
Today in 2008, The Statler Brothers and Tom. T hall are officially inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame during a medallion ceremony at the museum’s Ford Theatre.
Today in 2011 Miranda Lambert appeared as a guest on the finale of “The Voice” and sang “the House that Built Me with a contestant on Blake Shelton’s team. Winner Javier Colon sang “Landslide” with Stevie Nicks.
Today in 2012, Carrie Underwood’s single “Blown Away” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2014, Dolly Parton performed for 100,000 people during the multi-format Glastonbury Music Festival in Pilton, England. Her set included a surprise appearance by guitarist Richie Sambora on Bon Jovi’s “Lay Your Hands On Me.
Today in 2015, Garth Brooks’ $90 million placed him #6 on Forbes’ Celebrity 100. Also ranked: Taylor Swift, #8; The Eagles, #14; Toby Keith, #32; Jason Aldean, #47; Luke Bryan, #48; Kenny Chesney, #49; Tim McGraw, #58; Florida Georgia Line, #61; Jimmy Buffett, #62; The Zac Brown Band, #78; and Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton, tied at #95.
Today in 2016, Brad Paisley established a GoFundMe page to raise money for flood-stricken West Virginia and makes a $100,000 starting donation. Paisley makes the announcement on Facebook, where he plays “Take Me Home, Country Roads.” He raised more than $500-thousand in just four days.
Today in 2017, Jake Owen Field was dedicated in Vero Beach, Florida. Ribbon-cutting for the youth ballpark featured Baseball Hall of Fame member Cal Ripken Jr. and NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick.
Today in 2017, Chris Stapleton performed at historic Wrigley Field in Chicago, opening for Tom Petty.
Today in 2017, Garth Brooks performed “The River” with Trisha Yearwood from NASA’s Mission Control in Houston for two astronauts aboard the International Space Station.
Trace Adkins is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut album “Dreamin’ Out Loud” with a brand new record. Trace is set to drop the double album, “The Way I Wanna Go,” on August 27th, with 25 new songs in honor of the anniversary.
The album is Trace’s 13th studio album, and features a whole host of guests, including Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Pitbull, Melissa Etheridge, Keb’ Mo’, Snoop Dogg, and Stevie Wonder.
“I don’t know where my place is gonna be when the history of what I did is written,” Trace says of his career. “But 90 percent of the time, I said what I wanted to say and stuck to my guns and did what I wanted to do… And, this album is as good as anything I’ve ever done.”
Trace has already released the first single from the record, “Where The Country Girls At,” featuring Luke and Pitbull. You can check out the track list here.
Today in 1975, “Long Haired Country Boy” by Charlie Daniels Band peaked on the pop singles chart.
Today in 1979, the Charlie Daniels Band’s “Million Mile Reflection” album was certified gold.
Today in 1991, Alan Jackson’s single, “Don’t Rock The Jukebox,” was #1 on the country charts.
Today in 1994, Tim McGraw’s “Don’t Take The Girl” single was certified gold.
Today in 1994, Reba McEntire’s “Read My Mind” album was certified gold and platinum.
Today in 1994, Alan Jackson’s album, “Who I Am,” was released.
Today in 1996, Alan Jackson topped the country singles charts with “Home.”
Today in 1997, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill were enjoying their 3rd week at #1 with “It’s Your Love.”
Today in 1998, Brooks & Dunn and Reba McEntire topped the charts with “If You See Her/If You See Him.”
Today in 2000, rumors became fact as it was revealed by Reba McEntire’s camp that she was officially in negotiations to play Annie Oakley in the Broadway revival of “Annie Get Your Gun.”
Today in 2000, Lee Ann Womack was celebrating her single, “I Hope You Dance,” topping all three country charts.
Today in 2000,Amanda Wilkinson graduated from high school.
Today in 2001, SHeDAISY’s Kristyn Osborn filed a lawsuit against a New York karaoke-music manufacturer for copyright infringement and misappropriation of her name and likeness. The suit, which was filed in the United States District Court, dealt with the karaoke company reprinting the lyrics to SHeDAISY’s hit, “I Will… But,” without properly licensing them. Kristyn, who was acting as a songwriter and not as part of the group, said she was going after the karaoke industry on behalf of all songwriters.
Today in 2003, Joe Don Rooney had the first bare backside displayed on CMT, as Rascal Flatts’ “I Melt” Video debued on “Most Wanted Live.”
Today in 2005, George Strait’s “Somewhere Down In Texas” album was released.
Today in 2007, Brad Paisley’s “Online” video, featuring appearances by Taylor Swift and Kellie Pickler, debuted on CMT.
Today in 2010, “Hillbilly Bone,” Blake Shelton’s collaboration with Trace Adkins, went gold.
Today in 2014, Randy Houser’s “Like A Cowboy” video debuted on CMT.
Today in 2016, Gretchen Wilson put her Paradise, Tennessee, home up for sale. The asking price for the 9,000-square-foot residence is $1.7-million. Wanna see it? CLICK HERE.
Today in 2016, Scotty McCreery was present in a Raleigh, North Carolina, courtroom as a 21-year-old who robbed him at gunpoint in 2014 is sentenced to 17-years in prison.
Today in 2017, “Architectural Digest” reported Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and his wife, Cassie, sold their 6,700-square-foot Nashville home for $2.91-million.
Today in 2017, Michael Ray’s single, “Get To You,” hit the airwaves.
A previously unreleased live Johnny Cash album is coming this fall. “Bear’s Sonic Journals: Johnny Cash, at the Carousel Ballroom, April 24 1968” was recorded in San Francisco by Owsley “Bear” Stanley, the Grateful Dead’s legendary concert documentarian.
The album features a 28-song concert, including two Bob Dylan covers “Don’t Think Twice It’s Alright,” and “One Too Many Mornings.” Johnny is backed by wife June Carter, and by his legendary band the Tennessee Three for the concert, which was recorded just days before the release of Cash’s “At Folsom Prison” album.
The album will be available digitally and on CD and double-LP, and will include new essays by Johnny and June’s son John Carter Cash, as well as Stanley’s son Starfinder Stanley, the Dead’s Bob Weir, and Widespread Panic’s Dave Schools.
JOHNNY CASH AT THE CAROUSEL BALLROOM, APRIL 24, 1968 TRACKLIST:
1. Cocaine Blues
2. Long Black Veil
3. Orange Blossom Special (CD and Digital only)
4. Going to Memphis
5. The Ballad of Ira Hayes
6. Rock Island Line
7. Guess Things Happen That Way
8. One Too Many Mornings
9. Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right
10. Give My Love to Rose
11. Green, Green Grass of Home
12. Old Apache Squaw
13. Lorena
14. Forty Shades of Green
15. Bad News
16. Jackson
17. Tall Lover Man
18. June’s Song Introduction
19. Wildwood Flower
20. Foggy Mountain Top
21. This Land Is Your Land
22. Wabash Cannonball
23. Worried Man Blues
24. Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man
25. Ring of Fire
26. Big River
27. Don’t Take Your Guns to Town
28. I Walk the Line
