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There's a weird reality where Missouri and Kansas keep swapping residents and there's new data to prove it.

The company that owns Opry Entertainment Group — which is behind the Grand Ole Opry, the Ryman and at least two major stars' bars — is considering selling its majority stake in the company.

It was a complete surprise when Dolly Parton herself turned up for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at her Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop.

If you saw flashing lights recently on I-57 in Illinois, there's a good reason for that. Illinois State Police recently completed a crackdown on that interstate which resulted in more than 2,800 violations discovered in just a 3-day period.

Country music's most patriotic moments include stirring national anthems, instant-classic original songs and examples of unwavering support for the U.S. military.

The charges were dropped after 'full restitution' was made, according to local outlet KRQE.

With tickets at just $17.76, this isn't your average concert. It’s a tribute to America’s birthday.

There are 5 roads in Illinois that have the most reports of strange encounters that cause many to avoid driving them at night.

It's official, Dutton Ranch is coming back, but when? Here's everything we know.

Kane Brown says he has a concussioni after getting hit in the head by a golf ball.

This Kentucky-born singer-songwriter got his first taste of mainstream radio success in 2023, but to a legion of loyal fans, he'd already been a superstar for years.

Amazon has announced a new data center in Missouri that will bring 400 jobs to the region while not increasing utility or water costs for residents.

Fans know Jelly's story, but they've never heard him be this specific.

The highest-rated Italian restaurant in Missouri is not one of the famous locations on The Hill in St. Louis.

In a heartfelt moment during a recent concert, Jelly Roll reminded us all how powerful a simple act of kindness can be.

It's not exactly breaking news that it gets hot in Missouri in July, but there's a new warning from forecasters that the month will start out even hotter than normal based on a new outlook that's just been released.

Can we get a collaboration from these two?

Alan Jackson's gift to Chris Young was signed by not one, but TWO legends.

The country superstar is giving fans new music during a difficult chapter in his personal life, releasing "Hands Up" shortly after speaking publicly about his divorce from Bunnie Xo.

The mother of Jelly Roll's daughter, Bailee, has reached a plea agreement in a drug case stemming from her arrest last year.

Bailey Zimmerman is speaking out after an arrest warrant was issued in New Mexico, apologizing to fans, the Pueblo of Sandia and Sandia Resort & Casino.

The show never quite recovered.

In just a few short years, Megan Moroney has established herself as one of country music's sharpest lyricists.

Missouri State Fair visitors can see the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, historic beer wagon, and iconic eight-horse hitch this August.

According to federal authorities, there were now at least 2 Missouri men who were involved in an elaborate plot to execute an attack at the White House during the Ultimate Fighting Championship event.

There are 15 relatively hidden towns in Illinois that most people never discover, but should.

Episode 8 of Dutton Ranch promises a gun fight.

There’s a fresh song out that might strike a chord for anyone who's loved in silence, especially at a wedding. It's all in the lyrics.

When country legends speak about breaking free from label constraints, the stories reveal a journey of creativity and resilience. Let's tune in for the details.

There's a new look inside an abandoned Missouri hospital and nursing home that shows many personal belongings of the patients were left behind.

Rory Feek has known about Indiana's heart condition her whole life, but a recent doctor's appointment made it clear that she'll need surgery to correct it.

Zimmerman has been slapped with two charges, including a charge for felony property damage, after he allegedly trashed a hotel room while intoxicated.

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban exchanged two very cordial messages last weekend.