MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: ROLLO

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Rollo”, a friendly and well-behaved 2-year old Pitbull mix who knows a few basic commands, and is a very intelligent guy! Rollo has a loveable and goofy personality and is very socialized. Rollo is great with kids and not a jumper. He also walks well on a leash, and gets along great with other dogs. He doesn’t chase cats, so he might be good with them as well! Rollo is fully vetted, vaccinated, and microchipped, and would love to meet you!

And since Rollo is the Pet of the Week, his adoption fee is only $100 this week!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to Rollo meet 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 Rollo with Nicole from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

JAMEY JOHNSON ANNOUNCES 2025 TOUR

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Bob Ballard

He’s got a new wife, so he’s gotta get out there and make that money…and the fans will benefit. Jamey Johnson has revealed his 2025 tour dates, and along with that news, comes the announcement that new music is on the way. Johnson’s 36-city headlining tour, “The Last Honky Tonk Tour,” will kick off June 4th in Wichita, Kansas, with dates including Detroit, Albuquerque, and more before coming to a stop with two dates in Nashville on October 17th and 18th. As for the new music, Jamey says he’s recorded over 50 new tracks, and some of those songs will be performed during the tour. “We are going to do some of the new stuff. We will do some of the songs from ‘Midnight Gasoline’ from last year and all the years before. Whatever album you like, we will do some of those songs. It’s exciting to play the new songs. I like it when people tell me they have heard the new stuff and they like it. I like it when people have something else to listen to. Sometimes it’s as simple as that.” Check out the first ten dates for his tour below, and visit Jamey’s website for more tour and ticket info.

June 4, 2025 – Wichita, KS – Wichita Riverfest
June 5, 2025 – Round Rock, TX – Round Rock Amp
June 6, 2025 – Bossier City, LA – Paradise Theater at Margaritaville Resort and Casino
June 7, 2025 – Lake Charles, LA – Golden Nugget Lake Charles
June 12, 2025 – Warren, OH – Packard Music Hall
June 13, 2025 – Detroit, MI – Aretha Franklin Amphitheater
June 14, 2025 – Creighton, PA – Pittsburgh Brewing Company
June 20, 2025 – Albuquerque, NM – Isleta Resort & Casino Showroom
June 21, 2025 – Chandler, AZ – Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino
June 22, 2025 – Winchester, CA – Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1956, Country Music Hall of Famer Johnny Cash entered the country charts with “I Walk The Line.”
Today in 1966, Dolly Parton married Carl Dean in Ringgold, Georgia. While Dolly doesn’t use Dean’s surname publicly, she has stated that her passport says “Dolly Parton Dean” and that she sometimes uses Dean when signing contracts.
Today in 1995, the “Waitin’ On Sundown” album by Brooks & Dunn was certified double platinum.
Today in 1995, Alan Jackson’s “Who I Am” album was certified triple platinum.
Today in 1997, Alan Jackson’s single, “Who’s Cheatin’ Who,” hit #1.
Today in 1999, a bomb threat at a Kenny Rogers concert being held at the Royal Albert Hall in London caused the evacuation of more than 3,000. No bomb was found and no injuries were reported.
Today in 1999, Tim McGraw opened a show for his wife, Faith Hill, at the Beacon Theater in New York City. His appearance was an unannounced surprise.
Today in 2000, Mary Jenkins Langston, the woman who prepared Elvis Presley’s trademark peanut butter and banana sandwiches as well as the spectrum of other delicacies the King enjoyed, died at 78. Mary began as a housekeeper at Graceland in 1963. Three years later, when Elvis married Priscilla Beaulieu, Mary was promoted to cook by the new bride, who said they had “similar preference for homestyle beef and vegetable dishes.” Even after Elvis’ death in 1977, Mary remained at Graceland and cooked for the rest of the family until her retirement 12 years later. In 1997, Mary wrote (under her maiden name of Jenkins) the book, “Elvis, Memories Beyond Graceland Gates,” in which she discussed some of the King’s favorite recipes, including the origins of the famous fried peanut butter and banana sandwiches.
Today in 2000, the “Road Dogs” album by Charlie Daniels Band and Dwight Yoakam’s “dwightyoakamacoustic.net” hit stores.
Today in 2000, Tracy Byrd’s “Wonders of Wildlife” benefit, which featured Brad Paisley, Travis Tritt, Kenny Rogers, John Anderson and many more debuted on TNN. Proceeds from the concert went to national conservation groups like Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, National Wild Turkey Foundation and Quail Unlimited.
Today in 2001, Shania Twain and then-husband/producer Robert John “Mutt” Lange came up winners at the 2001 ASCAP Pop Awards. The songs, “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” and “You’re Still The One,” (both written by Shania and Mutt) received enough airplay during the previous year to make the list of Most Performed Songs of the Year. Although Shania had a part in writing the songs, Mutt, an ASCAP registered songwriter received most of the recognition. Shania, being a BMI registered songwriter, received an asterisk by her name because she’s not an ASCAP writer.
Today in 2009, Steve Martin made his Grand Ole Opry debut, playing “Foggy Mountain Breakdown” in Nashville with Vince Gill, Randy Scruggs, John McEuen and Stuart Duncan among his backing musicians.
Today in 2012, an edition of “CMT Crossroads” featuring Joe Walsh & Friends was shot at The Factory in Franklin, Tennessee. The friends include Hunter Hayes, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Sara Evans and ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons.
Today in 2013, the Johnny Cash Museum held its grand opening in downtown Nashville. The exhibit includes clothing the Man in Black wore in a White House concert, equipment used to record “I Walk The Line” and metal cups he received when he recorded “Johnny Cash At Folsom Prison.”
Today in 2013, Jason Aldean performs “Take A Little Ride,” “Tattoos On This Town” and “My Kinda Party” during Boston Strong: An Evening Of Support And Celebration at the TD Garden in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombing. The benefit also features Aerosmith, Jimmy Buffett, James Taylor, Carole King and Dane Cook, among others.
Today in 2015, Justin Moore’s family pet, a terrier named Hank, runs away during a family vacation in Texas. The dog is reunited with the family the following day.
Today in 2016, John Michael Montgomery and Phil Vassar performed at the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C., with Montgomery offering up “Letters From Home.”
Today in 2016, Big & Rich headlined a benefit for a military charity at Fontanel in Nashville, joined by Thompson Square, Parmalee, Chuck Wicks and RaeLynn.

H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: ELSA

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H&S Feed and Country Store Pet of the Week is “Elsa”, a beautiful 10 month old Great Pyrenees mix. Elsa is a little shy at first, but once she gets to know you she will be your best friend forever! Elsa loves kids and walks pretty well on a leash. Elsa seems to get along well with other dogs, too! Elsa is fully vetted, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped and ready to meet you!

And because Elsa is the Pet of the Week, the adoption fee is only $100 this week!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Elsa 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 Elsa with Shanna from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

MORGAN WALLEN CLAIMS ALL TOP 10 SPOTS IN THE HOT COUNTRY SONGS CHART

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Morgan Wallen continues to prove he is, without question, the king of current country music…at least as far as chart performance. While many thought his “One Thing At A Time” album set an incredibly high bar, one artist was able to top that: Morgan himself. This week he did something no other artist had done before…occupied the entire Top 10 of the Hot Country Songs chart. Topping the chart is his duet with Tate McRae, “What I Want.” Check out the rest of the top ten below:

2. “Just in Case”

3. “I’m The Problem”

4. “I Got Better”

5. “Superman”

6. “Love Somebody”

7. “I Ain’t Coming Back” featuring Post Malone

8. “20 Cigarettes”

9. “Kick Myself”

10. “Eyes Are Closed”

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1952, Hank Williams Sr. his first wife, Audrey, (the mother of Hank Williams Jr.) finally divorced. Married since 1944, their union was marked by drug and alcohol addiction (his) and cheating (his). The couple’s tumultuous relationship found them separating and reconciling a number of times…until this divorce. She was awarded the house and their child as well as half of her ex-husband’s future royalties on the condition that she never remarry. She never did.
Today in 1992, Billy Ray Cyrus scored his first #1 hit with “Achy Breaky Heart.”
Today in 1993, Wynonna got an early birthday present (her b-day is tomorrow) when her second solo album, “Tell Me Why,” debuted at #1 on the country charts.
Today in 1996, Diamond Rio’s Dana Williams and his wife, Lisa, became parents to son Jacob Keith.
Today in 1997, Bill Engvall’s debut album, “Here’s Your Sign,” went gold.
Today in 1998, Chely Wright attended a senior prom in Altoona, Pennsylvania with a fan named David Showalter. Turns out the teen was tired of his mom bugging him to find a prom date, so he wrote to Chely and asked her to be his date — and she said yes! At the time, Chely noted, quote, “I happened to have the evening off, so I said, ‘Yeah, I’ll do it.’”
Today in 2001, Mary Chapin Carpenter’s album, “Time*Sex*Love,” and Brad Paisley’s “Part II” project arrived in stores.
Today in 2004, Gretchen Wilson’s debut single, “Redneck Woman,” took command of the top spot in “Billboard” for the first of five weeks.
Today in 2004, George Strait, Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett co-headlined a date at Texas Stadium in Irving. The three join voices on “Hey, Good Lookin'” and “Margaritaville” as the show becomes an album, “Live At Texas Stadium.”
Today in 2010, Taylor Swift headlined a stadium for the first time, at the Bayou Country Superfest at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge. Also appearing on the bill: Keith Urban, David Nail, Kellie Pickler and Gloriana.
Today in 2013, Blake Shelton raised $6-million with the charitable “Healing In The Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” from the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City. Aired on NBC and CMT, among others, it featured Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Luke Bryan, Vince Gill, Rascal Flatts and OneRepublic singer Ryan Tedder.
Today in 2014, “This is a bust your ass kinda night”: Luke Bryan fells off of the stage and into the photo pit during a concert at the PNC Music Pavilion in Charlotte, North Carolina. He turned the accident into a set-up for “Crash My Party” and was able to finish the show, but still required stitches.
Today in 2016, Trace Adkins performed “Arlington” at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., for PBS’ “National Memorial Day Concert.” Also on the bill were The Beach Boys, Katharine McPhee and “American Idol” winner Trent Harmon, who sang the national anthem.
Today in 2017, Billy Ray Cyrus gave voice to an animated lizard in the Nickelodeon series “Blaze And The Monster Machines.”

KENNY CHESNEY NAMED BILLBOARD’S TOP COUNTRY ARTISTS OF THE 21ST CENTURY

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Kenny Chesney woke up to some pretty earth-shattering news yesterday. Like we all do, he checked his phone first thing in the morning and learned he was afforded an incredible honor: he’s been named Billboard’s Top Country Artist of the 21st Century. “No one gets up to go the gym and expects to see news like this on their phone,” Kenny said afterwards. “All I was ever trying to do was find the best possible songs, things that spoke to the heart of how No Shoes Nation lives – and then taking that music, those albums that were slices of my life out to everyone who wanted to come out, be a part of the shows, the moments and the memories we made in every city we played.” It’s easy to see why he was tapped for the honor: 33 Billboard number one Country Airplay songs (more than anyone else), nine all-genre Billboard 200 Albums, and 17 of his 21st century albums have topped Billboard’s Country Albums chart.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 28, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1967, Barbara Mandrell married Ken Dudney. Barbara met Ken when he was hired by her family’s band, The Mandrells, as a drummer. They were married shortly after Ken received his wings as a Navy pilot.
Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea’s single, “Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses,” was #1 for the second consecutive week. At the time, she was only the second female to accomplish the feat. Dolly Parton was the first, with “You’re The Only One” back in 1979.
Today in 1991, Travis Tritt’s “It’s All About To Change” album was released.
Today in 1996, Bill Engvall’s album, “Here’s Your Sign,” was released.
Today in 1993, Toby Keith’s debut single, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” topped the charts.
Today in 1994, Tim McGraw’s single, “Don’t Take The Girl,” hit #1.
Today in 1996, Vince Gill’s “High Lonesome Sound” album was released.
Today in 1999, Brad Paisley made his Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 2005, Keith Urban’s “Making Memories Of Us” began a five-week stay at the top of the Billboard country singles chart.

LAINEY WILSON ANNOUNCES “WHIRLWIND” DELUXE EDITION

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Bob Ballard

With the release of her new single, “Somewhere Over Laredo,” Lainey Wilson had something else for her fans. While the song is out now, it will also be a part of a new edition of her current album, to be titled “Whirlwind Deluxe.” While it’s unknown what the rest of the deluxe collection will hold, (live performances, remixes, features), we do know it will be available everywhere August 22nd.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1961, Johnny Cash turned TV actor. He appeared on the NBC drama, “The Deputy.”
Today in 1978, John Conlee entered the country charts for the first time with “Rose Colored Glasses.”
Today in 1981, the “Feels So Right” album by Alabama was certified gold.
Today in 1993, “The Patsy Cline Collection” was certified gold.
Today in 1994, Tim McGraw’s album, “Not A Moment Too Soon,” was certified gold, platinum and double platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1994, “Super Hits” album by Willie Nelson was released.
Today in 1994, the Eagles begin their first concert tour in 14 years at Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre in Irvine, California.
Today in 1995, Ty Herndon peaks at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with “What Mattered Most”
Today in 2006, Jason Aldean topped the Billboard chart for the first time with “Why.”
Today in 2009, Jamey Johnson and Lee Ann Womack duet on “Give It Away” during “George Strait: Artist Of The Decade” on CBS. The special included Sugarland, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Jack Ingram and John Rich.
Today in 2012, Martina McBride sang the national anthem before the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Ashley Judd’s then-hubby, Dario Franchitti, won for the third time in his career.
Today in 2013, Trace Adkins served as the honorary grand marshal at the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C.
Today in 2013, Jewel portrayed June Carter Cash in the Lifetime Television biopic “Ring Of Fire.” John Doe played A.P. Carter, of the Carter Family, in the film, which also portrays Johnny Cash, Carl Smith, Rosanne Cash, June Carter Cash and Carlene Carter.
Today in 2015, Tim McGraw, Little Big Town, Rascal Flatts and Sam Hunt were among the performers as NBC aired the iHeartRadio Country Festival as a two-hour special. Brad Paisley opens with “Crushin’ It”; Darius Rucker closes with “Wagon Wheel.”
Today in 2016, Dierks Bentley’s “Black” album hit store shelves. As part of the release day frivolity? Dierks opened a Black Pop-Up Shop at 4th & Broadway in downtown Nashville.
Today in 2016, Jon Pardi snagged up a gold single from the RIAA for “Head Over Boots.”
Today in 2017, Charles Esten performed from the lawn near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., as PBS aired the National Memorial Day Concert.
Today in 2017, Clay Walker performed as the Houston Astros’ owner, Jim Crane, married Whitney Wheeler at the Floridian National Golf Club in Palm City, Florida.
Today in 2017, Gregg Allman died at his home in Savannah, Georgia. A co-founder of The Allman Brothers Band, he wrote “Midnight Rider,” which became a country hit after Willie Nelson covered it for the movie, “The Electric Horseman.”
Today in 2017, Chris Stapleton’s “From A Room: Volume 1” debuted in the top spot on the “Billboard” country albums chart.
Today in 2018, Charles Esten performed “Some Gave All” from the lawn near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., as PBS aired the National Memorial Day Concert. Leona Lewis sang “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and Gary Sinise’ Lt. Dan Band offered up “Chicken Fried” and “God Bless The U.S.A.”
Today in 2019, Justin Moore performed “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home” at the National Memorial Day Parade in Washington, D.C.
Today in 2020, Morgan Wallen’s single, “More Than My Hometown,” was released.
Today in 2020, Kelly Clarkson delivered the national anthem remotely from home prior to the scheduled launch of the SpaceX capsule from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The flight was subsequently delayed by bad weather.
Today in 2020, the Kelsea Ballerini single, “hole in the bottle,” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2021, Jimmie Allen married his longtime love Alexis Gale in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. Among those on hand for the ceremony? Darius Rucker, Tyler Rich and Chuck Wicks.

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