Knowing one’s best direction in life can be an ever-changing debate within your own head.
As someone who has spent their life in entertainment, I often look at my situation to weigh my perception of what I do with the reality of the logistics of life.
The airwaves are filled with those now beginning to say that they are the best choice to lead our country, our states, counties and cities.
I am honored to serve in my hometown as a council member, so I am speaking not only as someone who is on the outside but in some respects on the inside. Read more
From left are Tyler Martelli, Chris Brown, Randall Franks, Ryan Stinson, Eli Beard and Cody Harvey.
Renowned studio/stage musician and producer Dave Pomeroy (left), American Federation of Musicians Local 257 president,
recognizes entertainer and fiddler Randall Franks, “Officer Randy Goode” from TV’s “In the Heat of the Night,” for achieving 25
years of membership in the Nashville Association of Musicians. Franks became part of the union initially when he first guest starredfor the Grand Ole Opry in 1984.
Have you ever wondered where the heart of a community lies?
Is it in its elected leadership? Is it within the works of the members of its local churches? Perhaps within the framework of the civic clubs and fraternal organizations? Read more
Country Music Hall of Fame members the Oak Ridge Boys have entertained fans around the world for more than 40 years including numerous U.S. Presidents. They have earned every award in the industry.
From their roots in southern gospel to their chart-topping career in country music, the Oaks have become one of America’s most beloved music groups. Read more
In her latest project Karen Peck & New River are speaking on the power of prayer and the many ways in which it has touched lives.
“Pray Now” is Karen’s first release since her Dove winner “Revival.” Read more
I was recently saddened to learn of the passing of one of America’s lesser known Christmas composers – Benjamin “Tex” Logan, 87.
Wilma Lee and Stoney Cooper, Mike Seeger, The Lilly Brothers and Don Stover, The Charles River Boys, Peter Rowan and the Green Grass Gringos and his Northeast Seaboard Blues Band.
The musical legend Tommy Roe and TV star Barbara Eden recently came together capturing a moment from the golden age of television and the golden age of pop-rock, when Roe presented Eden, television’s “Jeannie,” with the Timeless Beauty Award, bestowed by the Hollywood Beauty Awards. The 1st Hollywood Beauty Awards were held Feb. 15, at the historic Fonda Theatre in Hollywood.
Author/actor Randall Franks said he hopes the second in his Encouragers book series will help people reach out to others.
“Encouragers II: Walking with the Masters,” released this month worldwide from Peach Picked Publishing, shares 49 stories of actors, musicians and everyday folks who played a role in Franks’s life.
“We have nothing to fear but fear itself” were some words that the late President Franklin D. Roosevelt shared with the nation at a time when the people were in need of comfort.
Do you ever find yourself afraid?
