<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1UPb83_0vmCNqNf00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1UPb83_0vmCNqNf00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Matty Jeff</figcaption></figure><p>Country singer turned minister Granger Smith will make a special local speaking appearance next month.</p><p>If you are not familiar with Granger's story maybe you are wondering what led him to such a big turn in his life.</p><p>For years Granger was known for his Country hits like 'Backroad Song' and 'If the Boot Fits' along with all the success of his alter ego Earl Dibbles, Jr. Then back in 2019, Granger had to navigate every parent's worst nightmare: the tragic loss of his son River due to a drowning accident. While reconciling the tragic loss of his son, Granger Smith turned to his faith to find comfort and move forward. In 2023 he told <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&amp;v=PHdv8pteHL0">Entertainment Tonight</a> that his journey is what led him to leave behind his Country music career to pursue ministry and spend more time with his family. Granger also wrote a very honest and revealing book about his experiences called <i>Like a River: Finding the Faith and Strength to Move Forward After Loss and Heartache.</i></p><p>Now Granger Smith the minister will be making a special local appearance to tell his story.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1hbXV5_0vmCNqNf00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1hbXV5_0vmCNqNf00" width="716" height="1024" ><figcaption>Getty Images</figcaption></figure><h2>Granger Smith To Speak At Starpoint Church In Clifton Park</h2><p>Granger Smith is scheduled to make a speaking appearance at 'Man Up' at Starpoint Church in Clifton Park on Friday, October 4th. Starpoint <a href="https://starpoint.church/manup/">says</a> the mission of 'Man Up' is "...to help men take responsibility for their life and their faith." Granger's speaking engagement will focus on his journey coping with loss and finding peace through his faith.</p><p>Starpoing Church is located at 14 Jarose Place, just off of Grooms Road in Clifton Park. Man Up is a free event and <a href="https://starpoint.church/manup/">registration</a> is open to men 16 years or older.</p><h2>Hotshots Photos: Post Malone At SPAC Sept. 23, 2024 - Were You There?</h2><p>Post Malone's F-1 Trillion Tour wrapped up an epic summer of concerts on the Broadview Stage at SPAC! Were you there? Did we get a photo of you and your country crew? Find your picture here along with some great photos of Post Malone taking command of the SPAC stage for one last summer fiesta in Saratoga Springs!</p><h2>Every Country Artist Performing In Upstate NY In 2024</h2><p>It is going to be another big year of Country shows in 2024, and here is a complete list of artists already scheduled to perform in the year ahead in the Capital Region and all over Upstate New York. Dierks Bentley, Hardy, Brooks &amp; Dunn, Zac Brown Band, Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, Kane Brown, Tim McGraw, and so many others are already on this list! Don't miss your favorite Country stars - keep checking back here as we will be adding lots of shows in the weeks and months ahead.</p></div></body>

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Country Star Turned Minister To Make Clifton Park Speaking Appearance

Country singer turned minister Granger Smith will make a special local speaking appearance next month. If you are not familiar with Granger's story maybe you are wondering what led him to such a big turn in his life. For years Granger was known for his Country hits like 'Backroad Song'...