May 5, 2025A decade ago on May 5, Chris Stapleton released his debut album and the country star is not letting the major career milestone pass without notice He announced on May 5 that the album will be re-released later this summer in new special-edition vinyl versions The special-edition is available for pre-orders now through Stapleton’s official store 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬  He’s also marking the occasion on SiriusXM’s Chris Stapleton Radio with stories about the making of the album and featuring songs from the record throughout the day The critically acclaimed album was produced by Dave Cobb at Nashville’s legendary RCA Studio A It went on to win Best Country Album at the Grammy Awards and was named Album of the Year at the CMAs and ACMs Aside from the praise from critics and awards becoming the best-selling country album of the 2010s Traveller also showed incredible staying power After Stapleton’s 2015 CMA Awards triumph when he became the first artist to win Album of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in the same year the album became the first ever in history to re-enter the Billboard 200 all-genre chart at No It’s also the first country album to ever spend 500 weeks on the Billboard 200 and has racked up sales of more than 11 million worldwide and more than 11 billion streams globally Fans on Instagram weighed in with their comments about the anniversary reissue “A decade later and it’s still the best album out there,” one fan wrote started the day with it today ❤️ Cheers to 10 Years 🍻.” Abdul Carter was denied by one New York Giants legend in his pursuit of what number he wants to wear in the NFL The Giants' first-round pick may be ready to accept an offer from another After Lawrence Taylor rebuffed Carter's request to bring his iconic No 11 into the ring - piquing the interest of the Giants' third overall pick in the process "It would be an HONOR," Carter wrote on social media Friday morning the Super Bowl-winning quarterback and one of the greatest players in franchise history suggested that he would not take issue with having either Carter or quarterback Jaxson Dart donning his No and the fact that he said it’d be honor to wear that’s just him being really nice," Simms told NorthJersey.com and The Record after being made aware of Carter's post and that a request may come in the future it’ll make me re-live my days of being an outside linebacker in high school He’s gonna fit in right away with the Giants culture." What would Simms' message be if Carter landed No "I think it’d be pretty cool," Simms added "And what I'd tell him: I'd say he has to do well enough to get the jersey retired again Simms had been asked directly for his reaction if Dart - who wore No I told some of my friends and people around me I'd let him have it in a second," Simms said in an interview with FanDuel TV "Can you just help it a little and make it better or whatever I think it'd be a lot of fun and it wouldn't bother me." But when the conversation turned to Carter in a phone call with NorthJersey.com and The Record Simms was taken aback to learn that the former Penn State star was so in tune to the possibilities Simms said his family and agent might take issue with any decision to let someone else wear No "I’m anxious to see or hear my children’s thought about this," Simms said referring to his sons Chris and Matt and daughter Deirdre they were big fans - is that they have an opinion on everything about me 1 last year with the blessing of his family to allow star wide receiver Malik Nabers to wear it it was the first time a professional football team had ever retired a player's jersey number Giants ownership would likely have the final say as to whether the team would actually unretire No Co-owner and team president John Mara was influential in helping grease the skids with Nabers ending up in No reaching out to the Flaherty family and connecting Nabers with them the Giants have created an identity with All-Pro Dexter Lawrence Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux already up front plays with aggression and he's really good with his hands This was his first year playing defensive end and on the edge so there's no telling how good he can be with more experience at the position explosiveness and potential upside is off the charts and he's an exceptional player," Giants coach Brian Daboll on Carter EAST RUTHERFORD - Former Green Bay Packers executive Andrew Brandt likes retelling the story of his favorite undrafted free agent negotiation every year on social media The Packers had negotiated with the player directly and the team told the prospect the signing bonus would be $1,000 I only have $200 now,'" Brandt recalled Sunday on Twitter "'but I promise I will bring the rest when I get there.' I said The New York Giants have had their success with undrafted free agents who went on to become a Pro Bowler and star for their Super Bowl XLVI championship team while setting records Tommy DeVito stayed home and cemented his place as a local legend as a rookie offensive guard Jake Kubas has shown enough promise where he could challenge for a starting spot in his second year The Giants picked seven players in the 2025 NFL draft headlined by the first-round tandem of edge rusher Abdul Carter and quarterback Jaxson Dart head coach Brian Daboll and their staffs turn their sights on the undrafted free agent market We're tracking who they are reaching agreement with and eventually signing throughout Saturday night and into next week The Giants will hold their rookie camp on the weekend of May 9-10 All signings and/or commitments reported by NorthJersey.com unless otherwise noted 201-pounder is a physical presence and looks great on the practice field Inconsistencies in his game were likely the difference between getting drafted and fighting for an opportunity as a UDFA He's a physical possession receiver who clearly has the trust of new Giants QB Jaxson Dart He offers intriguing value as a physical possession receiver with big-play capability LouisianaIt's rare to see a special teams ace in college football He is an exceptional gunner and earned All-American honors for Pro Football Focus Cambre will be an interesting prospect to watch Ran a 4.3. He's the son of former NFL defensive back Dre Bly, who is currently on the Jets coaching staff 320-pound tackle models his game after Trent Williams Paige led all Michigan DBs last season with 45 tackles which included one for loss as well as six pass breakups two interceptions and a blocked kick on special teams Was teammates with Giants third-round pick Darius Alexander at Toledo before transferring for his final season at Wisconsin Provided depth for the Badgers and was more productive in three previous years with the Rockets Virginia TechProduction took a dip this past season but he's a height-weight-speed prospect [6-5 213] with traits that the Giants will try to get the most out of Transferred from Cal and played one season with the Beavers 255 and a dual threat as a receiver and blocker Nicknamed "Turnover Tommy" by his coaches for having a nose for the football this 6-foot-1 safety finished his career with 273 total tackles – including nine tackles for loss – seven interceptions battling injuries for most of his time there Transferred to Oklahoma for his final two seasons and was productive in 58 career games with 99 tackles North CarolinaThe Georgia Tech transfer is 5-foot- and 185 pounds and he became a versatile gadget option both as a receiver and runner this past season impressing with a 38.5-inch vertical and really good 20-yard and 10-yard splits on his 40-yard dash (2.56 Baker ran for more than 150 yards in each of his last three Elon games and began his college career at Bucknell The East/West Shrine Bowl Defensive MVP fielded several offers before joining the Giants 185) and is more comfortable in zone schemes Former Don Bosco star began career with Scarlet Knights as a walk-on and now he's got a chance to impress Giants in NFL quest He participated in the team's local Pro Day and his toughness and grit has been praised throughout his football journey May 4, 2025On the 10th anniversary of Chris Stapleton’s album “Traveller,” hear the music that made him a star – told in his own words throughout the day on his exclusive SiriusXM channel, Chris Stapleton Radio (Ch. 63) On May 5, tune in to the channel on car radios and the SiriusXM app and web player as Chris shares stories behind the writing and performing of the songs on his acclaimed debut album “Traveller” still resonates with fans and a couple of weeks ago reached 500 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart The album includes some of Chris’ biggest hits “Nobody to Blame,” “Parachute,” “Fire Away,” and his classic cover of “Tennessee Whiskey.” News and moreAll in one place on the SiriusXM app The country superstar’s acclaimed debut album will receive a special edition vinyl release later this summer Chris Stapleton is celebrating the 10 year anniversary of his debut album Traveller with a special edition vinyl The vinyl variants are available for pre-order now and will be released later this summer 63) will mark the anniversary with stories about the making of the groundbreaking album and songs from the record played throughout the day Traveller was recorded at Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A with producer Dave Cobb The Kentucky-born musician was already well-known within Nashville music circles and he had been penning hits for mainstream country artists for the previous 15 years including Thomas Rhett’s “Crash And Burn” and George Strait’s “You Don’t Know What You’re Missing.” Traveller won Best Country Album at the 58th Grammy Awards Album of the Year at both the CMAs and ACMs and went on to become the best-selling country album of the 2010’s The title track also won a Grammy for Best Country Solo Performance Stapleton became the first artist to ever win Album of the Year Male Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in the same year Traveller became the first album in history to re-enter the Billboard 200 all-genre album chart at #1 the album has spent over 500 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart—the first country album to do so Stapleton has gone on to release four more studio albums including his most recent “Mountains of My Mind” and the multi-Grammy winning “White Horse,” during his third appearance on Saturday Night Live a first-of-its-kind collaboration created in partnership with Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley which went on to become last year’s Most Awarded Super Premium Whiskey Stapleton will continue his “All-American Road Show” tour through this summer including back-to-back nights at New York’s Madison Square Garden Phoenix’s Desert Diamond Arena and Grand Rapids’ Van Andel Arena among others as well as a series of select stadium shows with George Strait Order Chris Stapleton’s Traveller now. Ten years ago today (May 5, 2015), Chris Stapleton released his landmark debut album Traveller via Mercury Nashville. In celebration of the anniversary, new special edition vinyl variants will be released later this summer, including Ruby at his official store, Cobalt at Walmart, Forest Green at Target, Ultra Clear at indie record stores, and Cola Bottle Clear via Amazon 63) will mark the anniversary with new stories about the making of the ground-breaking album and songs from the record played throughout the day It won Best Country Album at the 58th Grammy Awards Following a historic turn on the 2015 CMA Awards—where Stapleton became the first artist to ever win Album of the Year Male Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in the same year—Traveller became the first album in history to re-enter the Billboard 200 all-genre album chart at No the album is certified RIAA seven-times platinum in the U.S and has been streamed over 11 billion times around the world Stapleton has gone on to release four more studio albums performed the National Anthem at 2023’s Super Bowl LVII sold out countless shows worldwide and performed collaborations with Adele Stapleton and his wife Morgane are founders of the Outlaw State of Kind charitable fund which supports a variety of causes that are close to their heart Copyright © 2013-2025 The Music Universe. 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Cookie Preferences×Manage your cookie preferences below: Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website Statistics cookies collect information anonymously This information helps us understand how visitors use our website Marketing cookies are used to follow visitors to websites The intention is to show ads that are relevant and engaging to the individual user after spending years working in Nashville as a songwriter and member of the bands The SteelDrivers and The Jompson Brothers Chris Stapleton released his debut album Traveller winning the Grammy for Best Country Album and the ACM and CMA awards for Album Of The Year The album created a big change in modern country music blending traditional country with Southern rock and blues influences that made fans of Stapleton from multiple demographics watch Stapleton visit NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts in 2015. Ten years ago today, Chris Stapleton released his landmark debut album Traveller (Mercury Nashville). In celebration of the anniversary, new special-edition vinyl variants will be released later this summer and are available for pre-order beginning today 63) will mark the anniversary today with new stories about the making of the ground-breaking album and songs from the record played throughout the day It won Best Country Album at the 58th GRAMMY Awards Album of the Year at both the CMAs and ACMs and went on to become the best-selling country album of the 2010s Male Vocalist of the Year and New Artist of the Year in the same year—Traveller became the first album in history to re-enter the Billboard 200 all-genre album chart at #1 the album is certified RIAA 7x Platinum in the U.S the record landed on several “Best of” lists including Billboard “dazzling…the best evidence yet for the way one man’s voice has become synonymous with the very idea of a musical genre.” Additionally he’s maybe the only thing Americans all agree on…one of the most reliable hit makers in music” and NPR Music proclaimed “Higher puts him where he always really was—in that classic kind of rock and soul Additional highlights over the past decade include the National Anthem performance at 2023’s Super Bowl LVII three appearances on “Saturday Night Live,” countless sold-out shows worldwide and collaborations with Adele the Stapletons are founders of the Outlaw State of Kind charitable fund See below for complete tour itinerary.  Progressive jam giants Umphrey's McGee‘s return to Las Vegas for the seventh installment of the massively popular UMBowl production was marked once again by a stand-out tour closing dual evening extravaganza where all stops were pulled out and the power given directly to the fans, for better or for worse. Privacy Policy Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application with his family by his side after a brief but courageous battle with cancer A Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm on Saturday January 25th at Mohr & Becker-Hunt in South Sioux City NE with Jeff and Heidi Day leading the service Visitation with the family present will be one hour prior animals and junking from his lifelong mentor and grandfather Albert Owens lovingly known as “Little Gramps.” Shane’s years here on earth were short but filled with great happiness and success at the Skating Rink at a young age and together they built a life filled with memories He owned and operated Stapleton Salvage for over 30 years His son Tanner started with his dad at a very young age learning the ropes of the yard as well as the farming operation also gave him his favorite title of “Papa!” When his first grandson he was excited and was also looking forward to meeting his first granddaughter Tori enjoyed sharing her dad’s love for muscle cars and animals They enjoyed taking the cars out for a Sunday drive Shane shared a passion and many life lessons with each of his children Shane left a significant impact on his family The amount of love and devotion he displayed to each of them will always be cherished sense of humor and kind heart lead him to make many friends and acquaintances he worked hard and was proud of the life he built for himself and his family Shane would drop everything to help anyone in need of anything He enjoyed supporting the community and giving back but the last two years on trips to Costa Rica with his wife and friends he would finally relax and let the work be for a short time He also enjoyed many hours in the tractor cutting and bailing hay with his grandson son Tanner Stapleton and daughter Tori Stapleton. Grandson Noah Bradbury and expecting granddaughter Shayna Jo along with the long list of friends who will forever feel the void of our legend Proceeded in death by his father Clifford Stapleton his maternal grandparents Albert & Earlyne Owens paternal grandparents Clifford and Bessie Stapleton if all his blessing and memories were lined up you would see 53 years of abundant happiness Our family thanks all of you for your prayers calls and visits during this difficult time This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors 2025 continues the yearlong 50th Anniversary of the revered music institution which celebrates its extraordinary run as the longest-running music series in television history providing viewers a front-row seat to the best in live performance for an incredible half-century Kentucky-born Chris Stapleton is a 10x GRAMMY 19x CMA and 19x ACM Award-winner; he is the CMA Awards reigning Male Vocalist of the Year for a record-extending eighth consecutive year In this long-awaited return to ACL since his debut in Season 43 the country hitmaker has become a bonafide superstar and one of the genre’s most celebrated artists He delivers a career-wide set in an electric performance featuring hits and highlights including numbers from his latest album which earned the 2024 Album of the Year honor at the ACM Awards and is nominated for Best Country Album at the upcoming 2025 Grammy Awards In an intimate performance joined by wife Morgane Stapleton on harmony vocals and backed by an ace six-piece band Stapleton flexes his outlaw soul and blazing guitar licks powering through songs of desperation and desire including “South Dakota,” “Think I’m In Love With You,” “You Should Probably Leave,” and the current Grammy-nominated song for Best Country Solo Performance “It Takes a Woman.” Stapleton thrills with knockout vocals on the slowburn gut punch “Cold” from 2020’s chart-topping Starting Over and the can’t-get-enough crowd is on its feet He pays tribute to a pair of  his influences: “We are in Texas so we should probably play a shuffle,” says Stapleton “this one’s from one of my dear friends that I miss very much…” before launching into the late Texas music legend Guy Clark’s weed boogie “Worry B Gone;” Stapleton then tips his hat to another hero with a rousing rendition of the late rock icon’s “I Should Have Known It.” The hour closes with the fan-favorite “Millionaire,” as Stapleton is joined in close harmony with his partner and collaborator Morgane for a stellar close “Everybody loves Chris Stapleton!” says ACL executive producer heart and grit to Country music but in a way that appeals to fans of authentic music everywhere.” Season 50 Broadcast Schedule (Second Half): January 11 Norah Jones | Hurray for the Riff Raff February 8 Sturgill Simpson Presents Johnny Blue Skies February 15 ACL Presents: Willie Nelson & Family behind-the-scenes videos and full-length artist interviews Austin City Limits is a production of Austin PBS There's a big world outside of the Small Wonder worth exploring this summer Here's a preview of some major events near Delaware worth a mini road trip this spring and early summer After Kendrick Lamar and SZA made headlines performing in the Super Bowl halftime show in February the pair will pick up where they left off when they bring the "Grand National Tour" to Lincoln Financial Field this spring and the "Not Like Us" rapper Kendrick Lamar are both coming to The Linc with a combined 27 Grammy Awards the rapper made history as the first solo rapper to headline a Super Bowl halftime show He brought SZA out to perform as a special guest at the event Both artists have played the Firefly Music Festival in Dover PhiladelphiaLovers of everything from the realm of comic books and anime to sci-fi movies will get their fill of cosplay cool merchandise and meeting celebrities at the Fan Expo Philadelphia Some of the celebrities/stars on tap include William Shatner ("Star Trek") Troy Baker (voice of Joel from "The Last of Us" video games) and many others Longwood Gardens is a hot spot to visit: The world-famous venue is still turning heads That cover has over 12 million views to date Flash forward to 2023 and Swims released a live video for his song "Lose Control," which currently has over 250 million views marking his most popular video on his YouTube channel TD Pavilion at The Mann (5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, Philadelphia) at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18. Tickets are $132.50+. Visit manncenter.org After death, rapper Mac Miller floats: Thanks to Delaware man's art Citizens Bank Park (1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24. Tickets are $93-$511+. Visit postmalone.com The Mann (5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, Philadelphia) on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1. Schedule is TBA. Tickets start at $225, which includes both dates. Visit therootspicnic.com Legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr will march to the beat of his own percussion when he lands in the City of Brotherly Love Although Ringo's biggest claim to fame was joining The Beatles in the 1960s he's had a stellar solo career as a singer collaborator and producer — releasing 18 solo studio albums to date The drummer also has appeared in over 15 films TD Pavilion at The Mann (5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, Philadelphia) at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 15. Tickets are $32-$280+. Visit manncenter.org You'll have a chance to find some cool gifts and pickups from roughly 300 artists at the two-day Manayunk Arts Festival which is the tri-state area’s largest outdoor Artists will represent several different disciplines including painting and drawing Guests can also eat and drink food from popular Manayunk restaurants and find shade by shopping at interesting boutiques and stores in the area Main Street Manayunk, Philadelphia from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 21; and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 22. Free admission. Visit manayunk.com If you have an interesting story idea, email lifestyle reporter Andre Lamar at alamar@gannett.com. Consider signing up for his weekly newsletter, DO Delaware, at delawareonline.com/newsletters Chart-topping country music favorites Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town delivered electrifying performances at the recent 2025 Michael J Fox Foundation "A Country Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s" benefit in Nashville The April 16 sold-out fundraiser at Belmont University's Fisher Center for the Performing Arts raised over $1 million to find a cure for Parkinson's disease to honor the 40th anniversary of the actor-turned-activist's role in "Back to The Future," Stapleton and Little Big Town paired to perform a take on Chuck Berry's "Johnny B Goode," which Fox famously played in one of the classic film's most iconic scenes we have a responsibility to use our voices to help the people that need it," said Stapleton there's a tradition that our heroes like Vince Gill and Dolly Parton have made (showing up in moments like these) as much of a mark of the excellence of their careers as their music is." comedian Dusty Slay and Today Show host Willie Geist also performed at this year's event Other celebrities to appear at this year's star-studded benefit were singer-songwriter and actress Alicia Witt chart-topping country performer Kelsea Ballerini and Sheryl Crow Fox has been living with Parkinson's disease for 35 years he founded an organization aimed at accelerating research toward a cure for Parkinson's disease the foundation is now the world's largest non-profit funder of Parkinson's research a 2024 law that establishes the first-ever federal initiative to require the Department of Health and Human Services to carry out a project to prevent and cure Parkinson's disease and related conditions by 2035 the Fox Foundation's success has also attracted and united stars with Parkinson's-impacted parents to be motivated alongside the former "Family Ties" actor Little Big Town's Kimberly Schlapman's mother and event host Geist's father have both been affected by the disease for quite some time Schlapman's advocacy has taken shape via the Fisher Center event where she's spearheaded Music City's creative community to get involved Schlapman and bandmate Fairchild's four decades of friendship has not just encapsulated touring the world multiple times over But they've also endured the not-so-public moments such as Schlapman's mother and her caretaker father's constant struggles "It's created a powerful spiritual connection that matters," said Fairchild "I'm grateful that my bandmates have understood the power of how we've used music for healing as the television personality is also a member of the board of directors of the Fox Foundation the Fox Foundation has incredibly raised $2.5 billion — twice as much money as the federal government — for Parkinson's research," Geist said Fox as an inspirational person as much as they are to Parkinson's research as a cause From a scientific and holistic perspective patients and caregivers also benefit from the research therapy and mental health awareness that the (Fox Foundation) offers." Chris Stapleton brought down the house with a standing ovation for a five-song set that included favorites like his cover of "Tennessee Whiskey" and recent mega-hit "You Should Probably Leave." Little Big Town also received a rousing ovation for a stirring take on decade-old "Girl Crush," notably powered by Karen Fairchild's lead vocal as well as the timeless feel-good harmony that drives "Boondocks." Four men who raised $41 million for Parkinson's research by rowing across the Pacific Ocean as part of the World's Toughest Row initially set a goal of raising $28 million for the 2,800 miles they would cover Morrissey currently suffers from Parkinson's Geist was particularly impressed by the achievement given that he ran in 2021's New York City Marathon to raise money for the Fox Foundation and honor his Parkinson's afflicted father and TV journalist Bill Geist and the Fox Foundation notes that 88 cents goes to research programs out of every dollar raised The organization allows for grassroots fundraising via its website Like "A Country Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s," the organization also offers the tools to develop self-created fundraisers where 100% of all funds raised go directly to Parkinson's research or tribute pages in honor or memory of a loved one with Parkinson's are available More information is available via http://www.michaeljfox.org There’s new music ahead from Chris Stapleton thanks to the soundtrack for Brad Pitt‘s new racing movie Stapleton contributes “Bad As I Used To Be” to the movie which also includes tracks by other big-name artists like Ed Sheeran It’s Stapleton’s first new music since 2023’s Higher save for “California Sober,” his contribution to Post Malone‘s F-1 Trillion return to the race track nearly 30 years after an accident nearly ended his career the same day the film premieres on Apple TV+ will get to hear a preview of the album as part of the F1 The Album activation which will be featured at the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2025 Website ©2025 Nebraska Rural Radio Association | All rights reserved. | Website developed by Hollman Media you will be automatically redirected here whenever you go to https://ruralradio.com you can click the "Clear home" link in the footer of the site This one tune comes with a lot of pressure and expectation South Carolina to the late William Robert and Martha Stapleton Tony earned his Bachelor of Science degree at Clemson University a place that held a special significance in his life an experience that enriched his college years and showcased his passion for music and community His love for Clemson extended beyond his student days; Tony was an enthusiastic supporter of Clemson University sporting events always cheering for his team with great excitement and passion One of Tony's proudest accomplishments was co-founding the Clemson University Tiger Band Association (CUTBA) a testament to his commitment to fostering a spirit of teamwork and camaraderie among musicians CUTBA has established over $2M in endowments in support of Tiger Band A true monument to Tony’s passion and dedication to his love for Tiger Band Tony had a deep appreciation for the performing arts and regularly attended shows at the Brooks Center and Peace Center enjoying the tranquility and pleasure it brought him and supported his children through their academic Tony touched many lives and leaves behind a legacy of kindness He will be remembered for his warm spirit and the love he shared with those around him Raymond Scott Stapleton; and sisters-in-law A Memorial Service in honor of Tony will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday at The Cadden Chapel on Clemson University’s Campus (181 Jersey Lane) A reception will follow at the Brooks Center Parking available in the Brooks Center Parking lot Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home is assisting the family Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text The ACMs are taking place on May 8 in Frisco Joseph Okpako/WireImage; NDZ/Star Max/GC Images; Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images; Frank Micelotta/Disney of Albert lea MN passed away peacefully on March 4 She graduated from Sisseton High School 1952 she married William Stapleton on November 9 Donna was gentle and kind spirit who loved coffee with friends Theodore's Catholic Church and Lady's guild Donna is survived by her husband of 70 years Travis and Trevor; 11 great grandchildren; sisters Joe (Devra) Stapleton and Mike (Rachel) Stapleton; and a sister-in-law Donna was preceded in death by her parents Dan Dahl and Todd Braget; and sisters-in-law A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00AM on Monday The family would like to extend their gratitude and appreciation to the staff at St John's Lutheran Community for the exceptional care provided to Donna TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need Mike Palm is a TribLive digital producer who also writes music reviews and features. 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He can be reached at mpalm@triblive.com Stay up-to-date on important news from TribLIVE 1-800-909-8742 © 2025 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved About Us Advertise Career Opportunities Contact Advertising Contact Circulation Contact Newsroom Contact Us Feedback Request Correction Resource Center Scholarship Opportunities Send Letter to the Editor Send News Tip Subscribe Subscriber Services Blog eFeatures Email Newsletters eTrib Facebook Home Delivery Instagram LinkedIn Marketing Minute Store Locations TribLIVE App - App Store TribLIVE App - Google Play X (formerly Twitter) Arts & Entertainment Best of the Best Business Directory Circulars Contests Coronavirus Lifestyles Local News YaJagOff Obituaries Opinion Our Publications Photos Real Estate Sports Video Weather Cookie Settings Privacy Policy Terms of Service and Sarah Elizabeth Lucas passed away on April 24 Debbie earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University in Administrative Management She played flute and piccolo in the Clemson University Bands and went on to serve as a board member for the Clemson University Tiger Band Association (CUTBA) Debbie was known for her very quick-witted sense of humor Debbie delighted family and friends alike with her culinary skills Her proudest accomplishment in life was her family She cherished them deeply and dedicated her life to nurturing and supporting her loved ones Debbie will be remembered fondly for her vibrant spirit and the happiness she spread in her time with us Margaret “Maggie” Stapleton; sisters Rhonda Grace Garrett and Patricia Gayle Morris; and brother-in-law In addition to her parents, Debbie is preceded in death by husband, Tony Robert Stapleton; son A visitation will take place on Saturday May 10th from 10:00 – 10:45 am at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home A memorial service will follow visitation in the chapel starting at 11:00 am Chris Stapleton is part of the star-studded genre-blending soundtrack of the upcoming motorsport drama starring Brad Pitt 1. Don Toliver, “Lose My Mind (feat. Doja Cat)” 2. Dom Dolla 3. Ed Sheeran 4. Tate McRae 5. Rosé 6. Burna Boy 7. Roddy Ricch 8. RAYE 9. Chris Stapleton 10. Myke Towers 11. Tiësto and Sexyy Red 12. Madison Beer 13. Peggy Gou 14. PAWSA 15. Mr Eazi 16. Darkoo 17. Obongjayar F1, directed by Joseph Kosinski, follows “a Formula One driver (who) comes out of retirement to mentor and team with a younger driver,” its description reads on IMDb F1 — the movie and the soundtrack — will debut on June 27 Sign up to be an Insider for early access to tickets! George Strait continues to prove why he’s been dubbed the King of Country setting a record for the largest single ticketed concert in U.S along with eleven-time GRAMMY winner Chris Stapleton will continue the excitement with special guest Little Big Town at the only West Coast show at SoFi Stadium on July 19 Download the SoFi Stadium mobile app the recommended way to manage your tickets Enhance your experience with the SoFi Stadium app food and beverage locations and more!  Visit our parking & transportation page for more information on getting to SoFi Stadium and rideshare information Complimentary WiFi is available throughout SoFi Stadium To join simply select #HollywoodPark from a WiFi enabled device and mobile payments are accepted throughout the venue Please visit our stadium policies page for more information on SoFi Stadium's bag policy What items are allowed and prohibited inside SoFi Stadium Please visit our stadium policies page for our prohibited items list Elevate your fandom, elevate your travel. 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Please visit our Dining Guide page for more information on food and beverage options inside the stadium Apr 26, 2025Chris Stapletonand his wife, Morgane Stapleton and the couple have no trouble mixing business with pleasure Chris credits Morgane for a lot of his success [Morgane's hands are] always all over everything," he told Rare Country in 2017 "She's my Jiminy Cricket in a lot of ways because I'm not always reasonable." He added "She's been known to make me change keys on something 'Alright.' I get lazy on keys sometimes She won't let me get lazy on stuff like that Morgane is a Music City fixture in her own right although she's happy to linger just outside of her bearded hubby's limelight Keep reading to find out more about Morgane Stapleton the amazing woman behind country superstar Chris Stapleton—and how she's a star in her own righ Related: Chris Stapleton's Net Worth Makes Him a 'Millionaire' Several Times Over Chris later said in the ACM Awards press room "My sister-in-law's in labor right now so my wife was on baby watch—and for once Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton Denise Truscello/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Chris has only ever been married to Morgane The couple celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary on Oct I don’t remember much about life before you Thank you for giving me everything I cherish in this life I love you more than I’ll ever be able to put into words but I’ll spend the rest of my time here on earth trying How old are Chris Stapleton's twins?The Stapleton twins, Macon and Samuel, were born in April 2018 Where do Chris and Morgane Stapleton live?Morgane and Chris Stapleton live in Nashville Related: The 2025 CMT Awards Have Been Put on Pause: What That Means for Country Music Fans Chris is very happily married to Morgane Stapleton How old is Morgane Stapleton?Morgane Stapleton's birthday is Jan Morgane and Chris met when they were both working as songwriters for the same Nashville publishing company. Morgane once recalled to The Washington Post that she had a crush on Chris "We'd hear the jingle of his keys as he walked down the hall and we knew he was coming to play us whatever new song he had written," she told the outlet We didn't get much writing done that night." Does Morgane Stapleton tour with Chris?Morgane and the entire Stapleton clan often tour with Chris He revealed to American Country Countdown in 2018 my mom goes on the road when she feels like coming and so we carry a good bit of actual family I want everybody to feel like they are family That’s always been the goal with me anytime." Does Chris Stapleton have kids?Chris Stapleton shares five children with Morgane The pair are also parents to daughter Ada and son Waylon who was born in April 2019 and whose name hasn't been publicly revealed Stapleton said that the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to take time off the road and stay home—which may have been a bit of a blessing for him as well Chris Stapleton and kids attend the premiere of 'Toy Story 4' in Los Angeles Related: Learn All About Country Star Luke Combs' Wife, Nicole Hocking, and Their 'Beautiful Crazy' Relationship "When I go in to get the boys in the morning they say 'Daddy' before I even open the door and I've never really had that before that's kind of a neat thing for me to get to have that so I'm thankful for that and I'm grateful for that As much as I look forward to getting back out on the road I'll miss a little bit of that." Next, Learn About the Highs, Lows and Wildest Moments From the 2024 CMT Music Awards! On the eve of Weekend 1 of Austin City Limits Music Festival Chris Stapleton returned to the Austin City Limits stage for the first time since his debut in 2018 as part of Season 43 Also headlining both Fridays of ACL Festival Stapleton’s precursor performance at The Moody Theater made for an intimate evening that set it apart from the festival weekend that would ensue Joined by wife Morgane Stapleton and a talented six-piece backing band (including Mickey Raphael member of Willie Nelson’s Family Band since 1973) Stapleton powered through career highlights including “White Horse,” “You Should Probably Leave,” “Cold,” and “Tennessee Whiskey” to cap the evening Listen to the set list from the Austin City Limits taping below: Stapleton will take the stage on February 6 at The Fillmore to kick off the Big Game weekend Full performance will air on SiriusXM’s Chris Stapleton Radio an exclusive channel curated and presented by the 10-time GRAMMY winner 2024 – SiriusXM today announced that 10-time GRAMMY award winning singer songwriter and musician Chris Stapleton will kick off football’s biggest weekend with an exclusive concert for SiriusXM and Pandora on Thursday SiriusXM and Pandora Present Chris Stapleton will feature the country superstar performing songs from across his acclaimed catalogue The special concert will be open to SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners. Fans can RSVP to attend the in-person show HERE. The performance will air in its entirety on SiriusXM’s Chris Stapleton Radio (ch. 63), an exclusive channel curated and presented by Stapleton and his band. Pandora listeners can access the Chris Stapleton Radio station HERE The Big Game weekend kick off concert will feature several special elements courtesy of this year's lineup of brand sponsors including The Glad Products Company From premium viewing lounges to surprise and delight moments these sponsors will help give fans an experience they'll never forget SiriusXM’s Chris Stapleton Radio is available to subscribers nationwide in their cars on channel 63 and anytime on the SiriusXM app. Eligible customers can get their first three months of SiriusXM streaming for free. Click here to sign up and experience all that SiriusXM has to offer Kentucky-born Chris Stapleton is a 10x Grammy 19x CMA and 19x ACM Award-winner and one of the country’s most respected and beloved musicians In the midst of yet another triumphant year Stapleton won three awards at this year’s CMA Awards while also extending his own record for most wins in the Male Vocalist of the Year category (eight) The accolades follow the release of Stapleton’s widely acclaimed album “dazzling…the best evidence yet for the way one man’s voice has become synonymous with the very idea of a musical genre." Additionally he’s maybe the only thing Americans all agree on…one of the most reliable hit makers in music," while NPR Music proclaimed  Stapleton has also recently collaborated with artists such as Post Malone (“California Sober”) Dua Lipa (“Think I’m In Love With You (Live from the 59th ACM Awards)”) Slash (“Oh Well”) and George Strait (“Honky Tonk Hall of Fame”) released a version of Tom Petty’s “I Should Have Known It” for the new Tom Petty tribute album and returned to NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” for the third time as musical guest Stapleton will continue his "All-American Road Show" tour through next year including sold-out shows across Europe and Australia are founders of the Outlaw State of Kind charitable fund which supports a variety of causes that are close to their hearts while Stapleton also recently unveiled his new Traveller Whiskey created in partnership with Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley Carolina Duboncarolina.dubon@siriusxm.com  and eleven-time GRAMMY winner Chris Stapleton will perform in Buffalo Highmark Stadium is one of the four stadium locations where the trio will perform in 2025 Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 21 at 10 a.m. local time via GeorgeStrait.com. Fans can register for presale access at georgestrait.com/shows American Express is providing Card Members access to Amex Presale Tickets™ starting Thursday A Highmark Stadium presale will held Thursday "I keep trying to slow down a bit but you keep calling me back I still love it just as much as I always have," shares Strait "Thank you for an amazing year last year and I can't wait to see you for a few more again this year Chris will be back and glad to have Little Big Town with us in LA In addition to winning eleven GRAMMY awards Stapleton is a19x CMA and 19x ACM Award-winner and one of the country's most respected and beloved musicians Stapleton recently won Best Country Solo Performance at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards ("It Takes A Woman") as well as three trophies at the CMA Awards this past fall Stapleton tied the record for most CMA wins ever with Brooks & Dunn (19) while also extending his own record for most wins in the Male Vocalist of the Year category (8) Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Parker McCollum has reached the ranks of a bona fide Country music superstar by connecting with fans and critics alike through his relatable and authentic sound is a statement collection of music that cements his status as one of Country's strongest new voices McCollum has been named an 'Artist to Watch' by Rolling Stone The most important thing Moore brings to Buffalo's receiving corps is speed 180-pound receiver is a consistent separator and offers yards after catch ability The Bills drafted six defensive players and three offensive players in the 2025 NFL Draft Davis was Buffalo's fourth-round draft pick last season and his advocacy for foster children made an instant impact in the WNY community in 2024 Cashiers will ask customers at check out if they would like to donate to match the Wegmans donation on May 3rd and 4th  She was a graduate of Ketron High School in 1969 and a proud Ketron Alumni Member Fay built a life filled with love and cherished memories She will be deeply missed by those who knew her.  Matthew Stapleton and fiancée Sarah Tester; daughter and Collin Tester; and great-grandchildren Fay created a beautiful life that will be forever treasured by those who had the privilege of knowing her Her memory will live on in the hearts of family and friends.  A graveside service will be held on Monday in the Garden of Masonic with Pastor Ryan Shaffer officiating Hamlett Dobson Funeral Home and Memorial Park 1959 in Troy to the late Sheldon and Wilma (Lucas) Fisher Those left to cherish Kathleen’s memory include her husband of 29 years Jerry Stapleton; their children: Brandy Marshall of Park Layne Paris; several grandchildren; her siblings: Tonya (Terry) Adkins of Troy and Sheila Fisher of Troy; as well as several nieces and nephews and extended family Kathleen loved working in her yard and took pride in her flower garden She also enjoyed the quality time she spent with her husband watching him race- she loved racing Kathleen was devoted to her family and had a beautiful heart and soul She was always the one to lend a hand to those in need A celebration of life will be held from 1:00PM-5:00PM Sunday donations in Kathleen’s name may be given to Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County Arrangements entrusted to Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home Image: Susie B / FreeDigitalPhotos.net Over the years, we’ve collaborated closely on shoots for clients as disparate as Zara Home and Courteney Cox. His ability to capture calm, serene moments in interiors, portraiture, and the natural world using dramatic light and shadow never ceases to amaze and inspire me. Here, we reminisce about some of our favorite moments on set together, unpack his obsession with tiny objects, and dig into the inspiration behind his latest book, Penumbra. Hi Rich! This is the first one of my Quick Study interviews I’ve done with someone I know, so I hope you have some anecdotes about all our fun times together. For those who don’t know you so well, let's go back to the beginning. When and how did you first get into photography? How has your career progressed over time? What are some of the ideas that have shaped your mindset when it comes to taking a picture? What makes an image intriguing to you, and which subjects do you tend to gravitate towards? For instance, there's a tortoise on the cover of your latest book, Penumbra. You're one of the only photographers I work with that doesn't do a lot of post-production, and you use light and shadow in a very particular way, which I've always really connected to and try to bring into my own work as well. How does lighting impact your work? We've worked together on many projects. Are there any that stand out as favorites? What made them special? For me, shooting Courteney Cox with you was fun. I think that was the first time we shot together where interiors were secondary. There was a big human element in the story, and Courteney is obviously a big personality, so that was a new way of working. I loved the whole thing. We worked with Courteney together twice. The second time was really nice because we knew her better and it just felt more free. And like you said, the subject was her. The tennis court was one of my favorite moments during both those shoots, because that was the thing she was most hesitant about. Those ended up being my favorite images. Even though there was a big interior element, everything was channeled through Courteney. A lot of people are curious about what goes on behind the scenes of a typical shoot. How do you collaborate with designers, stylists, assistants, and others? I’m curious to hear how your work has informed your collecting. Are you drawn to objects that photograph well? Is there a specific material or textural quality that you're obsessed with? You’re a very chic, minimal hoarder. That's what I've just discovered during this interview! Over the years, those objects have been super helpful. When I'm traveling somewhere for work, I'll pack a handful of these objects in my suitcase, and then they end up making their way into the images on location. I'll never forget your ginkgo leaves. And you brought some nuts to set once that you were holding on to. Oh yeah, those beautiful conkers from the horse chestnut tree. I’ve had those for years, because they get better with age. What’s now and next for you, both personally and professionally? The Penumbra book is a marker in time for me. It was six years spent on a very specific aspect of my work: black-and-white photography. I'm working a lot with the JB Blunk Foundation. Mariah Nielson [Blunk’s daughter and the foundation curator] is someone that I really like and admire. I'm also the architectural photographer for the Bath Preservation Trust, trying to keep a record of the architecture and design in the city. You moved to Los Angeles three years ago. Do you feel like the city is home? Yeah. We went to the U.K. this summer between July and August, and when we came back, it really felt like we were coming home for the first time. We finally have a community here, both on the creative and work side, and on the personal side. Another big part of what I want to do going forward is explore California and understand the state better, and then venture beyond. There are still so many places in the U.S. I haven't been. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest arts and culture updates Ed Sheeran, BLACKPINK star ROSÉ RAYE and more are featured on 'F1 The Album' After serving up the lead single to the soundtrack to Brad Pitt's 'F1' movie, 'Lose My Mind' by Don Toliver featuring Doja Cat Pop megastar Ed has recorded a track called 'Drive' country sensation Chris has a track called 'Bad As I Used To Be' and RAYE - who is performing at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone in July - has recorded a song called 'Grandma Calls The Boys Bad News' The starry collection also includes Tate McRae Sam Fender, Fatboy Slim and Becky Hill will join RAYE at Silverstone commented: "Over the past few years we have established Silverstone as a world-class venue that attracts the biggest and best artists to deliver unforgettable experiences and it’s an honour to continue that as we announce Sam Fender and Becky Hill as our stellar all-British headliners for the 2025 Formula 1 British Grand Prix." 'F1 The Album' will be released on the same day as 'F1' I was scrolling through Facebook when I saw a side-by-side graphic with Chris Stapleton and Beyoncé's photos and the caption "Chris Stapleton Has Filed an Official Objection to Beyoncé’s Grammy Win: “Even She Admits This Is Not a Country Album.”" there were over 40,000 comments loaded with folks who took this "information" as fact The photo also had over 627,000 reactions and 32,000 shares It was originally created by a Facebook page named "Country Music Stories" and then shared by a page named "Country Music 4U" but something about it raised red flags for me this sounds really far-fetched." I obviously don't personally know either one of these superstars It definitely doesn't sound like something Chris Stapleton would do He has always seemed focused on making good music no matter what accolades he or anyone else is awarded I headed straight to The Google to do my own investigation Are other major news sources reporting this I simply typed "Beyonce Chris Stapleton" into the search bar The very first result was a link from Snopes.com the number one website for debunking false claims Anyone can report a rumor to their team and they search for proof to either support it or determine it is a lie the question is: "Did Chris Stapleton really file an 'official objection' to Beyoncé's Grammy win for best country album?"  Snopes verifies that no credible media outlet has reported this happening there have been zero mentions of this alleged objection from anyone on Chris Stapleton's team or his social media pages the only recorded interactions between the two have been positive Like after the 2016 CMA Awards when Beyonce performed with The Dixie Chicks "She's everything you want her to be and I'm proud that she could take the time to come and show up." Our friends at Taste of Country reported on that and you can read it here: I highly recommend clicking the Snopes link above and reading the rest of the details on how they proved this claim to be false There are other ways to tell a post is untrue just from looking at the graphic design and whether AI was used in the creation of it It just goes to show how sneaky some of these pages are when it comes to spreading misinformation We should always seek to verify the truth of the media we consume Gallery Credit: Jacob Osborn Have you seen this rumor floating around social media? Here's the truth -->\nRead More The very first result was a link from Snopes.com University of Notre Dame Keough School of Global Affairs Assistant Professor of Development Studies Orla Stapleton is assistant professor of development studies in the Keough School of Global Affairs at the University of Notre Dame Orla Stapleton earned her PhD in sociology from Indiana University in 2022 She holds postgraduate degrees in humanities from New York University and in development studies from SOAS University of London as well as an undergraduate degree in philosophy and history from University College Dublin she held research positions in the Humanitarian Research Group at INSEAD and in the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Stapleton is also an award-winning instructor and has published four pedagogical case studies with teaching notes at the European Case Clearing House Stapleton’s main research interest overlaps social interaction Her current focus is on the social meaning of alternative exchange practices among small business owners A second strand of her research focuses on how academic ideas evolve to become “public ideas.” In particular this research examines the role of the media in the creation and evolution of public ideas Stapleton’s research has been published in the American Sociological Review Her research won the 2020 Clifford Geertz Award for Best Article from the Culture Section of the American Sociological Association She has also received best paper awards from the Society for the Study of Social Problems and the North-Central Sociological Association Keough School of Global Affairs © 2025 University of Notre Dame Community Leaders Celebrate Progress Made on ‘Staten Island North Shore Action Plan’—$400 Million Investment and Vision for Vibrant Mixed-Use Community NEW YORK, NY—New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced his administration has broken ground on 12 acres of interconnected public open space on the New Stapleton Waterfront, continuing the progress the administration has made on its Staten Island North Shore Action Plan The action plan—announced by Mayor Adams and New York City Councilmember Kamillah Hanks in September 2023—outlines a four-year roadmap for a clear and unified vision for the future of Staten Island’s North Shore and $3.8 billion in economic impact over 30 years the administration is transforming a 35-acre former United States naval base into a new mixed-use community on the New Stapleton Waterfront set within a framework of open space and esplanades the New Stapleton Waterfront will bring over 2,100 mixed-income residential units and 12 acres of interconnected public open space to Staten Island’s North Shore “We’ve made it clear: In our administration Staten Island is no longer the forgotten borough,” said Mayor Adams “We’ve made tremendous progress on our North Shore Action Plan in the 12 months since we announced our $400 million investment in new housing and by breaking ground on 12 acres of new public space on the New Stapleton Waterfront we are making clear that we won’t stop until we deliver on all our promises to this community.” “This administration is committed to finding underutilized public land and activating that land for the public good The North Shore Action Plan is doing just that inaccessible coastline into thousands of homes and jobs and over 20 acres of public open space,” said Deputy Mayor of Housing “In just a year since announcing this plan major progress has been made on every component and in every neighborhood I want to thank the NYCEDC team for their tireless efforts on this project as well as Councilmember Kamillah Hanks for her steadfast support.” “Breaking ground on the next phase of this mixed-use waterfront site marks another key milestone in the Adams administration’s commitment to Staten Island’s North Shore,” said New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) President & CEO Andrew Kimball “In the year since announcing the Action Plan significant progress has been made on bringing to life a revitalized North Shore that has long been promised to Staten Islanders.” “Improving connectivity is integral to DOT’s mission and we are thrilled to be able more easily bring North Shore residents to their waterfront with new open space—including new dedicated space for pedestrians and cyclists,” said New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez “This project will deliver new housing and jobs and improve safety for everyone traveling along Front Street and will complement our planning for a greenway along the North Shore waterfront and NYC Parks for their coordination and efforts to invest in the community.” “We’re thrilled to celebrate the groundbreaking for 12 acres of new open space the latest phase of the North Shore Action Plan that’s making vital and long-promised infrastructure improvements for Staten Island In addition to improving waterfront access and creating new housing and jobs this major investment will provide the borough with its first new NYC Parks recreation center in over 14 years,” said New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (NYC Parks) Commissioner Sue Donoghue and Councilmember Hanks for their commitment to revitalizing the North Shore and making it a more vibrant place for New Yorkers and visitors alike.” “This groundbreaking marks a significant milestone in our work to create a brighter future for the North Shore,” said New York City Department of City Planning Director and City Planning Commission Chair Dan Garodnick the New Stapleton Waterfront is truly a Staten Island success story And with ‘City of Yes for Housing Opportunity,’ we can achieve many more wins towards our goal of a more affordable “As a lifelong resident of Staten Island’s North Shore I am incredibly proud to see the vision for our community taking shape,” said New York City Councilmember Kamillah M “The groundbreaking on the New Stapleton Waterfront Esplanade is a significant milestone in our efforts to bring vibrant This project not only represents an investment in much-needed housing and public space but also a commitment to building a stronger future for our families and enhancing the quality of life for all Staten Islanders I look forward to the positive impact this development will have on generations to come.” Today’s groundbreaking most immediately focuses on the rehabilitation of Front Street to improve vehicular traffic and introduce pedestrian and bicycle connectivity Additional improvements will also include roadway realignment In the year since launching the North Shore Action Plan the city has already advanced many of its initiatives “This groundbreaking marks not only the one-year anniversary of the North Shore Action Plan but the start of a new chapter for the North Shore waterfront,” said New York State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton and turn our waterfront into a destination that residents and visitors alike will come to This is a testament to what can be achieved with community collaboration and city investment and I am excited to see the positive impact this will have on my district.” “I am honored to stand with our community partners to celebrate this significant milestone,” said New York State Assemblymember Charles D “Our collective efforts and shared vision for a revitalized North Shore will drive economic growth and instill a renewed sense of pride in our community we will build a brighter future for our residents ensuring that the North Shore remains a vibrant place to live “We remain committed to enhance and to improve the North Shore Waterfront,” said Staten Island Borough President Vito Fossella we will ignite the engine and focus on smart mixed-use developments that adds to the character of Staten Island Staten Island's North Shore waterfront represented nothing more than broken promises and wasted potential,” said Staten Island District Attorney Michael Mahon “With breathtaking views of our city's iconic and stunning skyline our waterfront should be considered the crown jewel of our beloved borough - instead it became a painful reminder of the inequities our borough faces compared to our neighboring counterparts hope is on the horizon thanks to Mayor Eric Adams and Councilwoman Kamillah Hanks ground will be broken and progress hopefully made towards delivering an interconnected and walkable North Shore waterfront for Staten Island and over a dozen acres of interconnected open space for residents to enjoy the development of our borough’s waterfront will go a long way towards not only improving public safety but fully realizing our borough's true potential.” “Community Board 1 is ecstatic to see a long-term plan come to fruition good paying jobs and most important community access to our waterfront,” said Nicholas Siclari ”This plan will revitalize Stapleton and surrounding area “The Van Duzer Civic Association is thankful to Mayor Eric Adams Borough President Vito Fossella and NYCEDC for spearheading the new Stapleton Waterfront Esplanade,” said Peter Lisi “Staten Island’s North Shore will finally receive the functional waterfront it deserves Staten Island is no longer the forgotten borough Demolition of multiple vacant and derelict buildings is already complete paving the way to one of Staten Island’s greatest revitalization efforts This project will finally spur the much-needed housing school seats and open space waterfront access residents and tourists were promised for decades New York City’s current elected administration heard the pleas for help from their constituents “After many long years of discussion and advocacy George Civic Association is excited to see the North Shore Action Plan become a reality with today's groundbreaking ceremony,” said Eileen Harrington “We are truly hopeful and look forward with anticipation as the work continues along the waterfront to St 2025Chris Stapleton will continue his All-American Road Show tour this summer and SiriusXM listeners can access tickets in a special presale before they go on sale to the general public SiriusXM listeners can access presale tickets starting January 15 at 10am local time through January 16 at 10pm local time using code SIRIUSXM at Ticketmaster.com Tickets go on sale to the general public on January 17 at 10am local time Chris Stapleton’s newly-confirmed All-American Road Show tour dates include shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden Salt Lake City’s Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre Special guests on the tour include Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives Rose was a cherished figure in her family and community A proud graduate of Baker High School in Fairborn Rose held the esteemed titles of homecoming Queen and "Ms America," showcasing her charm and charisma from an early age she demonstrated a remarkable ability to connect with people She built a successful career as a domestic engineer and professional telemarketer relishing her love for conversation and making meaningful connections over the phone Rose's selfless warmth and approachability extended beyond her vocation; she was a master at creating joyful memories with her loved ones especially love of her life a season she celebrated with great enthusiasm sharing her love of the Lord and thoughtful wisdom while spending time with family and friends she embraced a variety of hobbies and interests and maintaining her status as a fashionista by staying on top of the latest trends her love for gardening and flowers reflected her nurturing disposition and she often enjoyed playing putt-putt golf or sharing dinner with those she adored Rose was known not only for her intelligence and sense of humor but also for her deep spirituality and savvy nature She claimed her role as a beloved matriarch whose proudest accomplishment was the love she cultivated within her family and her bond with her pets Rose is survived by her longtime love and best friend John Craven with whom she shared a deep connection and special bond for over 40 years She is also survived by her four loving children and Charlene (Bryan) Rossi; her grandchildren and Dakota King; and her great-grandchildren and many longtime friends who adored her presence She was preceded in death by her beloved parents A visitation will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home in Kettering a Celebration of Life will take place on February 15 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location Rose will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery and warmth will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew her memorial contributions may be made to Rose's four children It has long been Rose's wish to one day have her children visit her native birthplace in Offenbach Click to watch Chris Stapleton will perform two exclusive fundraiser shows in Philadelphia (Mississippi) on April 12 All proceeds will go toward the completion of Marty Stuart's Congress of Country Music Marty Stuart's Congress of Country Music is a developing $30 million project in Philadelphia dreamed up by Grammy-award winning country musician Marty Stuart The project broke ground in late 2024. Once complete, Marty Stuart's Congress of Country Music will sit on more than 50,000 square feet in downtown Philadelphia and include the recently renovated Ellis Theater a rooftop performance venue and a museum displaying Stuart's personal collection of more than 20,000 country music artifacts is headlining the first-ever Congressional Sessions a one-day festival that will support the Marty Stuart Congress of Country Music's completion Dolly Parton played in a similar fundraiser in 2023 Parton and Stuart unveiled at 14-foot mural inspired by Parton's song "Wildflowers" on the Porterhouse Restaurant across the street from the Ellis Theater Stuart said hosting Stapleton's show is an honor "Chris Stapleton is one of the finest artists of our time," Stuart said "To have Chris Stapleton perform at the Ellis Theater is an honor and a moment we will never forget We are thankful that Chris has so graciously donated his time to help raise money for the Congress of Country Music." The Congressional Sessions includes a full lineup of country music performances "The Congressional Sessions is more than just a show," Stuart said "It's a celebration of country music's legacy and future This event will bring together artists and fans in a way that honors our roots while paving the way for what is to come I can't wait to welcome everyone to Philadelphia More in Jackson news: Grocery Depot, former Jitney Jungle 14, is closing soon, joining growing list of Belhaven closures Stapleton's two performances will take place inside for those with tickets and will be live-cast on a 22-foot video wall outside for those with separate Congressional Sessions tickets All other Congressional Sessions will take place in front of Ellis Theater Below is the full lineup for the April 12 Congressional Sessions: More upcoming shows: Hank Williams Jr. set to play Brandon Amphitheater. See when and how to get tickets Separate tickets are available for Stapleton's 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. performances inside the Ellis Theater. Inside tickets to each performance are available starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 12, through the Ellis Theater website or Ticketmaster.com Contact Mary Boyte at mboyte@jackson.gannett.com April isn’t just bringing showers to Mississippi this spring it’s also bringing 10-time Grammy Award-winning singer and musician Chris Stapleton to Neshoba County Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music announced that Stapleton will play two back-to-back shows at the historic Ellis Theater in Philadelphia on Saturday The proceeds from both special performances will go toward funding the construction of the Congress’ Community Hall The facility will be the latest expansion for the museum aiming to provide a gathering space within the world-class country music museum and performing arts center “Chris Stapleton is one of the finest artists of our time,” said Marty Stuart Grammy-winning Country Music Hall of Famer and founder of the Congress “To have Chris Stapleton perform at the Ellis Theater We are thankful that Chris has so graciously donated his time to help raise money for the Congress of Country Music.”  Copyright 2025 SuperTalk Mississippi Media Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly SuperTalk Mississippi Media is Mississippi’s leader in news SuperTalk Mississippi Media covers every inch of the state UPDATE: The giveaway is now closed. Austin City Limits will tape a performance by Chris Stapleton on Thursday, October 3rd at 8 pm at ACL Live at The Moody Theater (310 W. 2nd Street, Willie Nelson Blvd). Austin City Limits Taping Giveaways are presented by AXS Events Winners will be chosen at random and a photo ID will be required to pick up tickets Duplicate entries for a single taping will be automatically voided Tickets are not transferable and will be voided if sold computers or recording devices allowed in the venue While we do our best to accommodate all winners we cannot guarantee admission. These passes are based on space available therefore you will be filling in spots available on the floor or balcony depending on the tickets that are available when you arrive 16x CMA and 19x ACM Award-winner and one of the country’s most respected and beloved musicians Stapleton recently won four awards at 59th ACM Awards as well as two more trophies at the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards These accomplishments celebrate Stapleton’s new album which was released this past fall to overwhelming critical acclaim Morgane Stapleton and Chris Stapleton and recorded at Nashville’s historic RCA Studio A “Stapleton is the rare country star with both traditional bona fides and broad commercial appeal He has an outlaw soul and a pop star’s capacity for inescapable hooks,” while GQ proclaims he’s maybe the only thing Americans all agree on.” Stapleton recently returned to NBC’s “Saturday Night Live” as musical guest for the third time and will continue his extensive “All-American Road Show” through this fall Stapleton has new collaborations with Slash (“Oh Well”) and George Strait (“Honky Tonk Hall of Fame”) in addition to recording a version of “I Should Have Known It” for new Tom Petty tribute album Stapleton also recently unveiled his new Traveller Whiskey created in partnership with Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley.  For entry to Austin City Limits tapings, you agree to abide by the Taping Health & Safety Protocols based on the current COVID-19 Community Risk Stage in effect at the time of the event. By attending the ACL tapings, you agree to the Terms & Conditions. Austin City Limits is a production of Austin PBS, KLRU-TV The main threats are large hail, damaging wind gusts, and heavy rains with an isolated tornado also possible. FORECASTSHARE PHOTOS & VIDEOPitbull Chris Stapleton to headline San Antonio's epic NCAA Final Four weekend festivalby SBG San Antonio Staff Reports SAN ANTONIO - The 2025 NCAA March Madness Music Festival is shaping up to be an absolute powerhouse of musical talent Some of the biggest names in music will descend Apr 4-6 on San Antonio's Tower Park at Hemisfair tied to the 2025 Division I Men’s Final Four will see GRAMMY-winning superstars like Pitbull and Chris Stapleton take the stage alongside up-and-coming artists like Doechii April 4 – The 2025 NCAA March Madness Music Festival kicks off with a bang at the AT&T Block Party where the one and only Pitbull is set to deliver an electrifying performance to kick off the weekend fresh off her first GRAMMY win for Alligator Bites Never Heal will heat things up with her signature fiery flow R&B darling Ravyn Lenae will bring smooth vibes and a memorable set that will have fans hooked from the start AT&T is offering expedited entry through the AT&T Fast Lane—just show that icon on your phone and you're in takes things to another level with an unforgettable lineup a 4X GRAMMY nominee whose genre-defying style has earned him a massive following and the man behind some of the biggest hits of the 2000s—will bring his unrivaled energy to the stage an up-and-coming force in country and Americana who will charm the crowd with tracks from her debut album be sure to check out the Coca-Cola Chill House—where you can refresh yourself with Coca-Cola’s latest flavors and cool down before diving back into the action April 6 – Capital One JamFest closes out the weekend in spectacular fashion with none other than 11-time GRAMMY winner Chris Stapleton headlining an epic night under the stars who will deliver his hauntingly soulful hit “Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else,” along with Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats—fresh off a triumphant arena tour These soul-infused rockers will ignite the stage with their raw energy setting the scene for a performance from the American country duo Brothers Osborne Their six CMA Vocal Duo of the Year awards speak for themselves and their hit “Break Mine” is sure to send the crowd into a frenzy This jam-packed lineup guarantees that the 2025 Capital One JamFest will be the highlight of the festival a fitting conclusion to a weekend of musical madness April 5 – AT&T Block PartyPerformances from 4:30 p.m April 6 – Coca Cola LIVE!Performances from 3 p.m April 7 – Capital One JamFestPerformances from 2:30 p.m Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies Judith Stapleton specializes in British and Irish art of the 19th and 20th centuries Her work examines the histories of modernism and the cross-cultural exchange of artists and ideas across geopolitical divides William Orpen and the Making of Modern Irish Art which argues for the pivotal role of painter William Orpen (1878–1931) in the development of both Irish and British modernism Stapleton highlights questions of nationalism and identity as well as the histories of art education and display Stapleton completed her doctorate in the history of art at Yale University She also holds a master’s degree from the University of Bristol and a bachelor’s degree from Franklin & Marshall College She has received grants and fellowships from the Huntington Library/Trinity College the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art In addition to her work as a researcher and scholar Stapleton has extensive experience as an international curator She co-curated Unto This Last: Two Hundred Years of John Ruskin at the Yale Center for British Art and the Watts Gallery in Surrey and co-authored the accompanying catalog Her other curatorial projects include An Indelible Mark: British Art of the First World War at the Yale Center for British Art and The Lay of the Land: Visions of America She has also helped develop exhibitions and programming at the Royal West of England Academy in Bristol and the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence Stapleton previously served as the Donald & Marilyn Keough Curatorial Fellow at the Snite Museum of Art at the University of Notre Dame where she worked to develop a monographic exhibition on painter Walter Osborne Stapleton’s published works include Unto This Last: Two Hundred Years of John Ruskin and the essays “On the Anvil: John Ruskin and the Work of Iron” and “Orpen and Le Chef,” published in William Orpen: Method & Mastery She has served as coordinator of the British Studies colloquium and the Eighteenth- and Nineteenth-Century Art and Material Culture colloquium at Yale University and has arranged symposiums at the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art and the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library she was an invited speaker at Yale University where she delivered the lecture “New Histories of Irish Art: Placing the Visual in Irish Studies.” Her recent talks include “‘Among the Radicals’: Staging Irish Modernism at Home and Abroad—William Orpen’s Self-Portraits” and “‘National Art Synge’s Artist Associates and the Making of a Modern Irish Canon.”