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Darius Rucker rides 'Wagon Wheel' to top of charts

OCMS recently joined Rucker on the Grand Ole Opry, where they got a standing ovation.

Music City mourns country legend George Jones

The Beaumont, Texas, native had been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1956, which makes the setting of Thursday's ceremony all the more fitting.

Country music's Jack Greene dies in Nashville

Grand Ole Opry spokeswoman Jessie Schmidt said Friday that Greene died in his sleep Thursday night at home from complications of Alzheimer's disease.

Suits dismissed against corps over Nashville flood

A federal judge has dismissed a pair of lawsuits claiming the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers was responsible for flood damage in 2010 to the Grand Ole Opry, Gibson Guitar and other Nashville-area...

Government wants Opry flood lawsuit dismissed

An attorney for Gaylord Entertainment Company is arguing in federal court that the Army Corps of Engineers was negligent in its response to massive flooding in 2010 in Tennessee that damaged its...

Country singer Tony Douglas was favorite in Fort Worth area

The Shrimpers began touring after their 1962 hit His 'N Hers was released, and Mr. Douglas performed with Grand Ole Opry stars, including Ernest Tubb, Dolly Parton, Porter Wagoner and Leona Williams.

Frank Page gave Elvis a 'Louisiana Hayride' to fame

The man who helped introduce Elvis Presley to worldwide audiences through his work with the Louisiana Hayride -- the state's version of the Grand Ole Opry -- has died.

La. Hayride voice Frank Page dies at age 87

The man who helped introduce Elvis Presley to worldwide audiences through his work with the Louisiana Hayride - the state's version of the heralded Grand Ole Opry - has died.

Panettiere overcomes stage fright with 'Nashville'

Her character has performed on the Grand Ole Opry, dealt with the demands of a record label executive, written songs and tracked vocals in a recording studio.

Nashville drummer Willie Ackerman dead at 73

He was a staff drummer for such country music institutions as the Grand Ole Opry, RCA Studios and "Hee Haw.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn.: Music City mourns country legend George Jones

There was more humor than sadness at Jones' funeral Thursday at the Grand Ole Opry House as...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.: Opry to hold public funeral for George Jones

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that contributions be made to the Grand Ole Opry trust...

Opry to hold public funeral for George Jones

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that contributions be made to the Grand Ole Opry trust...

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Why Don't You Love Me (Live (1950/Grand Ole Opry)) Song Lyrics, Music Video

To add the song lyrics for "Why Don't You Love Me (Live (1950/Grand Ole Opry))", please click...

WDW Story: George Jones Funeral to Be Open to the Public

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that contributions be made to the Grand Ole Opry trust...

Brad Paisley, Kid Rock to Perform at George Jones' Funeral Today

Rolling Stone reports that Jones will be honored at Nashville's famous Grand Ole Opry House.

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Saying goodbye to country legend George Jones

Country stars, former first lady Laura Bush, and CBS News' Bob Schieffer gathered at the Grand...

Country music stars come out to bid George Jones a final farewell

It was Jones' final farewell to the Grand Ole Opry, the home of the venerable radio show in...

George Jones Funeral: Faith Hill, Garth Brooks, Kid Rock and More Stars Say...

The late country singer's life was remembered and celebrated today at the Grand Ole Opry House...