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Country Music Artists Reflect on Memorial Day – May 30th, 2022

Country Music Artists Reflect on Memorial Day – May 30th, 2022

Today, Monday May 30th, is Memorial Day. We honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the US military ever year on the last Monday in May. The day, originally called Decoration Day, started after the US Civil War…but would have to wait 100 years to become an official federal holiday…MORE

Looking Back at the National Memorial Day Concert & Country Music

Looking Back at the National Memorial Day Concert & Country Music

Craig Morgan represented country music at this year’s National Memorial Day Concert with his performance at during the ceremony. We’re looking back over the past couple of years and the artists that have appeared on the program… In 2021 Mickey Guyton performed the National Anthem… During the 2020 National Memorial Day concert, Trace Adkins performed…MORE

Rodney Atkins Thinks Memorial Day is the Most Important American Holiday

Rodney Atkins Thinks Memorial Day is the Most Important American Holiday

The connection between country music and the US Military has a long rich history with deep ties bonding the two. Rodney Atkins is just one of the many country artists who does all his can to honor the military, and this day honoring the fallen means something special to him, “I can’t not go through…MORE

Justin Moore Salutes the Men and Women of the Military Who Gave Their All

Justin Moore Salutes the Men and Women of the Military Who Gave Their All

Justin Moore is just one of the many, many grateful Americans who is in awe of the military personnel and the sacrifices they make so we can have our freedoms. Justin shares, “I can’t imagine going halfway across the world and be put in really dangerous situations and life-threatening situations, and they sign up for…MORE

Country Music Artists Reflect on Memorial Day

Country Music Artists Reflect on Memorial Day

Today, May 31st, is Memorial Day. We honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the US military ever year on the last Monday in May. The day, originally called Decoration Day, started after the US Civil War…but would have to wait 100 years to become an official federal holiday in…MORE

Dustin Lynch to Host Westwood One’s Memorial Day Weekend Special

Dustin Lynch to Host Westwood One’s Memorial Day Weekend Special

With fun-in-the-sun tunes like “Sun Don’t Go Down on That” and “Ridin’ Roads,” it’s no secret Dustin Lynch loves the summertime. To help usher in the unofficial start to the summer season over Memorial Day weekend (May 23–25), Dustin will team with Westwood One to host a four-hour Summer Kickoff special. The four-hour broadcast, which…MORE

Chris Janson to Host Westwood One’s Memorial Day Weekend Special

Chris Janson to Host Westwood One’s Memorial Day Weekend Special

With fun-in-the-sun tunes like “Good Vibes,” “Fix a Drink” and “Buy Me a Boat,” it’s no secret Chris Janson loves the summertime. To help usher in the unofficial start to the summer season over Memorial Day weekend (May 25–27), Chris will team with Westwood One to host a four-hour Summer Kick Off special. The four-hour…MORE

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Our Thoughts on NBC’s Opry 100

Our Thoughts on NBC’s Opry 100

The Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary celebration on NBC Wednesday night (3-19) was a cavalcade of country music stars singing classic country songs. The show began with Reba McEntire singing Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough,” followed by a duet with Trisha Yearwood on “The Night The Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Ketch Secor, Jamey…

Spring Break Ideas for the Kiddos…

Spring Break Ideas for the Kiddos…

If your kids are anything like ours, they’re already bored. Thanks to Gretchen at BoiseDev – here are some fun things to do with your Spring Breakers this week: ·         🎳Cheap Bowling: Emerald Lanes in Boise charges $4.75 per person per game or $30 per lane per hour Monday through Thursday.…

Top Things We’re Looking Forward to This Weekend in Kissin’ Country!

Top Things We’re Looking Forward to This Weekend in Kissin’ Country!

Spring is almost here, and this weekend in Kissin’ Country is packed with awesome events for the whole family! We’ve teamed up with our friend Becca at BoiseWithKids.com to highlight some of the best activities happening around town. From sweet treats to festive celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Pi Day Deals – Friday,…