Paul Natkin/Getty ImagesThe Poet of the Common Man, legendary country singer Merle Haggard, will be remembered Saturday in Palo Cedro, California, in a private memorial service led by Marty Stuart and Connie Smith. “Merle had preplanned his own service,” Stuart told The Tennessean. “He requested that Connie sing ‘Precious Memories,’ that me and Connie sing …
Apr 11
Vandalism, stolen cars and vehicle burglaries keeping Police busy
Mitchell Police have a full plate of vandalism, stolen cars and vehicle burglaries and are asking for your help in finding who’s responsible. Vandalisms Sometime from Friday, March 4, 2016, at midnight until Monday, March 7, 2016 at 9:39 a.m., approx. $5,000 worth of property was vandalized at, and near Kiwanis Woodlot Park, located close …
Apr 11
Nashville Notes
Burke/Triolo Productions/Thinkstock Kacey Musgraves performed “High Time” from her album Pageant Material Wednesday night on The Late Late Show with James Corden. You can check out her late-night gig on YouTube. Brandy Clark sang the first single from her forthcoming sophomore album, Big Day in a Small Town, Wednesday on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. You can see her performance of “Girl Next Door” online now. …
Apr 11
Keith Urban Adds Carrie Underwood and Pitbull to "Ripcord," Explains Why It Was a Long Time Coming
Capitol NashvilleIf it feels like Keith Urban’s new album Ripcord has been a long time coming — well, even the Australian superstar has to admit you’re right, taking time to explain exactly how he ended up three singles in by the time the record’s release date was revealed. “This whole album’s had a really nice organic flow to …
Apr 11
A former legislator is running for the State Senate in District 20
It looks like there’s a race shaping up for the District 20 State Senate seat. Democrat Quinten Burg of Wessington Springs is on the ballot. The Secretary of State’s website indicates Burg filed today (Wednesday). Republican Representative Josh Klumb of Mount Vernon announced his intentions to run for the seat in January. Incumbent Republican Senator …
Apr 11
Miranda Lambert Tries to Help Ashley Monroe Find Her Missing Dog Rosie
Warner Music NashvilleIt’s been an excruciating weekend for Ashley Monroe, after her beloved pooch disappeared late Thursday night. “I’m begging for help,” she tweeted shortly afterwards, along with a photo of the dog. “The love of my life Rosie is missing in the Nolensville area of Nashville.” On Friday, Miranda Lambert reached out on social …