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Blake Shelton took to social media to mourn the heartbreaking loss of The Oak Ridge Boys member Joe Bonsall at the age of 76 from complications of ALS, read more…

Blake Shelton left 'heartbroken' as he mourns death of The Oak Ridge Boys' Joe Bonsall from ALS — read tribute

Hendersonville, TN

The Boot

Oak Ridge Boys singer William Lee Golden is mourning the death of his son, William "Rusty" Golden. According to a press release, the Country Music Hall of Famer's son died on Monday (July 1) at the age of 65 at his home in the Nashville suburb of Hendersonville, Tenn. “This...

Oak Ridge Boys Singer William Lee Golden’s Son, Rusty, Dead at 65: ‘I Love You, Son’

Singer Joe Bonsall was the tenor vocalist of the country and gospel vocal quartet, the Oak Ridge Boys. He performed with the group from 1973 until 2023, recording dozens of singles and albums and amassing countless fans. The group joined the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2000 and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015.

The Oak Ridge Boys legend Joe Bonsall’s cause of death, confirmed

Oak Ridge, TN

American Songwriter

This morning (July 9), longtime Oak Rich Boys member Joe Bonsall passed away due to complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). This afternoon, the group took to social media to share some details about Bonsall’s life and death as well as news about his funeral arrangements. The message was...

The Oak Ridge Boys Share Partial Obituary, Funeral Details for the Late Joe Bonsall

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Arlington, TX

Ingrid Andress had the internet buzzing with her off-key performance of the national anthem at the 2024 Home Run Derby during MLB All-Star Week. Andress, 32, took to the center of Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on Monday evening (July 15) to deliver an acapella rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Ingrid Andress’ Disastrous National Anthem Performance Dubbed ‘Worst Ever’

Nashville, TN

Country singer Dave Loggins has died at the age of 76. The musician, who wrote the Masters golf tournament theme song Augusta and had a solo hit with the 1974 track Please Come to Boston, died on Wednesday in Nashville, Tennessee. His cause of death is yet to be revealed.

Dave Loggins dies: Please Come to Boston singer dead at 76 as tributes pour in

On July 6, 2020, American country legend Charles Edward Daniels (known professionally as Charlie Daniels) passed away at the age of 83. He was a man known for so much more than just being a country singer. He was a legendary songwriter and musician who fused elements of country with rock, blues, and jazz. He’s also heralded as one of the pioneers of “Southern rock”, which birthed the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers, ZZ Top, and many more.

On This Day, Country Star Charlie Daniels Dies at Age 83: Remembering His Career & Legacy

Wide Open Country

A Nashville-based singer and songwriter is missing after disappearing on Sunday evening. Terri Lynn Kathey, also known as Terri Lynn Blues, left her home early Sunday morning, and no one has seen her since. In a Facebook post, one of Kathey's friends asked for prayers and also any information that...

A Nashville-Based Singer And Songwriter Is Missing

Although standing at the top of country music, Jelly Roll never forgot where he came from as he continuously uses his past to help shape the future. While the singer watches as his fanbase grows with each new performance, he always jumps at the chance to talk about his upbringing and how he defied the odds when turning his life around. And while once sitting in jail, Jelly Roll now entertains millions of fans all over the country. Recently, the country star paused his show to announce he would help one lucky fan make her dream come true when it came to affording college.

Jelly Roll Shocks Nashville Crowd When He Agrees To Pay Fan’s Tuition Mid-Concert

You may know the song “A Picture of Me (Without You)” as a huge success for quite possibly the greatest country singer that ever lived, George Jones. But did you know it was also a huge success for Lorrie Morgan?. She released her version in 1991 off her...

Lorrie Morgan Performs Heartbreaking “A Picture Of Me” For Room Full Of Country Legends

The US Sun

COUNTRY singer Jelly Roll has pledged to pay the college tuition of a fan during a recent performance in Nashville. During his free concert at the Assembly Food Hall’s Skydeck on June 17, the country star offered to front Joy Gadalla’s $40,000 a year tuition at Belmont University. Jason Bradley DeFord, known professionally as Jelly […]

Jelly Roll vows to ‘change the life’ of bullied teen after she makes desperate plea in middle of his Nashville show

Parade

'We all lost a special person today,' the country crooner said in his emotional post.

Blake Shelton Mourns Death of Friend and Former Collaborator in Touching Tribute

Daily Mail

William 'Rusty' Golden, the son of legendary country musician William Lee Golden and former member of The Oak Ridge Boys has died at the age of 65.

Legendary country star William Lee Golden announces his son has died: 'This is the hardest thing ever for a father to have to face'

Aurora, CO

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Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Bill Hayes portrayed Doug Williams on Days of Our Lives since 1970 and was beloved by fans. CNN reported that the 98-year-old entertainer passed away on January 12 of this year and was still acting.

Bill Hayes was completely blind in his last Days of Our Lives scene

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Duane Allen, William Lee Golden, Richard Sterban, and Joe Bonsall, who died from complications of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) earlier this week, came together at different points to form The Oak Ridge Boys band, making waves in the gospel and country genre since then. Joe’s passing at 76 came months...

Check Out The Oak Ridge Boy’s Last Performance Before Joe Bonsall’s Death

Texas State

Texas native Wynn Williams is reviving the beloved sound of 90s country with his original music. The former rodeo cowboy started chasing his dreams of pursuing a country music career after an injury caused him to step out of the saddle. Eight years later, the singer-songwriter has made a name for himself opening for artists such as Randall King and amassing over 12 million global streams.

Country Next: Wynn Williams

When Joe Bonsall sang lead on the Oak Ridge Boys’ signature hit “Elvira” in 1981, it was a bit of a novelty for Bonsall. The Philly native typically ceded lead vocals to bandmate Duane Allen. However, “Elvira,” written and first released by Dallas Frazier in the 1960s, became the Oak Ridge Boys’ most iconic hit.

Joe Bonsall Tells the Story Behind The Oak Ridge Boys’ Hit Song “Elvira”

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

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The Oak Ridge Boys Speak Out After Joe Bonsall’s Death: ‘A True Inspiration To Us All’

The remaining members of The Oak Ridge Boys, Duane Allen, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban, as well as the newest member Ben James, are speaking...

The Oak Ridge Boys Speak Out After Joe Bonsall’s Death: ‘A True Inspiration To Us All’

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