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UPDATE: 2026 CMA Awards Performers Revealed
There will also be a celebration of Brooks & Dunn's career and a tribute to Dolly Parton.

Miranda Lambert Would Rather Do This for Her Birthday
Miranda Lambert's birthday looks a lot different these days, think bonfire, s'mores, and '90s country instead of a wild night out.

From Garth Brooks to Tim McGraw: 5 Men Who Shaped '90s Country
Arena-sized shows, unforgettable honky-tonk hits and songs that still bring back the decade — these five artists each left their own mark on country music.

Carly Pearce Lands Her First Acting Role in ‘My Jesus'
Carly is stepping in front of the cameras for a very different kind of performance. The country singer is making her film debut in 'My Jesus,' the movie inspired by Anne Wilson's journey from a teenager posting a singing video to a rising Christian music star.

Remember Edmund’s Pastime? Something New Is Now There
Remember Edmund's Pastime on Lansing's Eastside? The former restaurant has a new tenant, and the building's latest business has a pretty clever name.

40 Jackson County Restaurants Are Giving You a Reason to Eat Out This Week
Jackson County Restaurant Week runs November 9-15, featuring special menu selections at 40 restaurants. Enjoy everything from BBQ to pasta, explore new favorites, and enter to win a prize.

5 Male Country Singers Without a CMA Entertainer of the Year Win
These five male country stars have impressive CMA résumés, including multiple wins and several Entertainer of the Year nominations. Two haven't even received an EOTY nod.

These 5 Female Country Superstars Have CMA Wins - But Not EOTY
Between them, these five women have dozens of CMA wins and plenty of major nominations, yet none has taken home the association's top honor.

CMA Awards Red Carpet Controversy Update: They Responded!
A statement issued at CMA social media ends with a note of hope for those particularly offended by the "Third Rate Romance" singer's exclusion.

11 Stars Who Protested the CMA Awards
Country Music's Biggest Night doesn't always make everyone happy. Here are 11 artists who've protested or boycotted the CMA Awards, dating back to 1975.

Russell Dickerson Reveals Plans to Take Significant Time Off
Russell Dickerson's career has been going nonstop for over a decade, but now he's hitting the brakes to prioritize family.

When Does American Idol Begin?
American Idol will start a little later in 2027. Here's the premiere date, plus everything we know about the judges and host.

Jackson County Deer Harvest Keeps Falling as EHD Concerns Grow
Jackson County’s early archery harvest fell 19% from 2024 to 2025, and 2026 totals remain strikingly low. Hunters are asking whether EHD is part of the reason.

Kelsea Ballerini Gave MaRynn Taylor a Louis Vuitton Tour Gift
Kelsea Ballerini handed MaRynn Taylor a denim Louis Vuitton tote at the end of tour, and Taylor nearly refused to touch it.

This Is Michigan’s Last Weekend Deer Opener for Five Years
Michigan hunters get a Sunday firearm opener in 2026, but the next weekend November 15 won’t arrive until 2031.

Cliff Jumping Into the Dead River: Marquette County
Cliff jumping into the Dead River is one thing.....but why was it named the DEAD River? Info is here...

No Longer the Boomtown it Once Was: Rexton, Mackinac County
With the timber depleted, businesses closed up and people moved out...but the Michigan village of Rexton has managed to survive. Here are details and photos...

The Powerful Message of Faith Behind Brooks & Dunn’s ‘Believe’
An old man’s unwavering faith offers comfort in one of Brooks & Dunn’s most moving songs, reminding us why the hope of a reunion can mean so much after loss.
