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01/09/2025

Johnny Cash Christmas Night Robbery In Jamaica

This is the story of the Christmas kidnapping and robbery of Johnny Cash and his family. It happened on Christmas Day 1982 at 6:00 pm, just as Johnny Cash, members of his family, and distinguished guests had sat down for Christmas dinner.

01/09/2025

‼❄INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTIFICATION❄‼

Based on the current weather forecast, Johnston County Public Schools will continue normal operations on Friday, January 10, 2025, HOWEVER, all after-school and weekend events will be canceled due to the forecast.

This decision has been made out of an abundance of caution, per the guidance of local and state emergency service officials.

It is our district’s goal to make our school communities as prepared as possible for emergency situations, including inclement weather. We understand that this decision will inconvenience many after-school and weekend events, however, safety is our primary concern.

01/08/2025

01/08/2025

In a year marked by quiet selectivity (as well as the usual controversies), Morgan Wallen dropped a poignant new single, “Smile.” The song came out as a complete surprise at midnight,New Year’s Eve. This downbeat ballad explores the bittersweet joy of seeing a fleeting, disingenuous smile from a lover. “Smile” is our ‘Facebook Post of the Night’

On December 31st, Morgan Wallen surprise-related a brand-new single called "Smile," his third of 2024.

01/07/2025

01/05/2025

If you’ve spent any time on TikTok over the last few weeks, there’s a high chance that you might have stumbled upon a little song called “Doublewide.” On November 14th, Gabriella Rose uploaded a song she’d been workshopping to TikTok,.
To say this song went viral is an understatement; “Doublewide” became an overnight sensation and, at the time of writing, has gained over 40 MILLION views on TikTok. Watch it on our ‘Facebook Post of the Day’

A RIFF on what country is really about.

01/04/2025

The men of the Turnpike Troubadours are back from their 2019 hiatus. Following the release of their latest album A Cat In The Wind, Turnpike has been on the road nonstop. They made appearances on Taylor Sheridan shows, with songs featured in Landman and a performance featured in Yellowstone, but before saying farewell to 2024, Turnpike is giving us one last gift: a “Live AF Session,” and I have the whole thing posted up on our ‘Facebook Post of the Day’

A RIFF on what country is really about.

01/02/2025

If you thought 2024 was an exciting year for country concerts, just wait until 2025. Cinch that saddle down tight, because there are a slew of artists hitting the road in the upcoming months and we have compiled a list of the most anticipated tours of the new year so you don’t miss out.

Get ready to map out your 2025 concert calendar!

01/02/2025

12/28/2024

2024 delivered an impressive wave of new projects from both rising stars and seasoned acts and it’s time we celebrate them properly before the year comes to a close. Now, with 2025 just around the corner, we’ve rounded up the best country albums of 2024.

Did your favorite country albums make the cut?

12/27/2024

2024 was a stellar year for music.
While there were many releases over the years and countless lists that we could make recapping all of the singles, records, EPs, and memorable moments throughout the year, 2024 was another year jam-packed with fantastic country music moments on our ‘Facebook Post of the Day’

A RIFF on what country is really about.

12/25/2024

CMA Country Christmas hosted by Trisha Yearwood and Amy Grant was filmed in Nashville in front of a live audience and also featured
performances from Cody Johnson, Ashley McBryde with Brittney Spencer, Jon Pardi. Amy and Trish’s performances are on our ‘Facebook post of the Night’

This marks the pair's second time co-hosting the show.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas, y'all! No Morning Line this holiday, but we've got Randy's Country Christmas coming your way from 8-10!

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12/24/2024

Tanner Usrey is laying down a Christmas song or his version of a it, as the Texas native dropped a rockin’ holiday-inspired track today, “26th Of Christmas.” While most holiday songs are jolly and bright, this year, we’ve seen a trend with artists writing about real feelings associated with the holidays, some of which are not that merry. “New songs out just in time for y’all’s seasonal depression. Hope y’all dig it!”

A RIFF on what country is really about.