George Jones honored with bronze statue at Ryman Auditorium
One of the most influential and revered voices in country music history, George Jones, was honored on June 3, 2025, with a bronze statue alongside other country icons, including Jimmy Dickens, Bill Monroe, Loretta Lynn and Charley Pride. The statue was sculpted by artist Ben Watts and took approximately one...
CMA Fest Has Turned Into An Event For Influencers At The Expense Of Actual...
It’s CMA Fest weekend here in Nashville. We’re on the final day of the annual festival, which features four nonstop days of country music and events all over the city, which draws hundreds of thousands to Music City hoping to see their favorite artists. But if you want the best seats, you don’t need to be a country...
The Charming Restaurant In Tennessee That Locals Swear Has The Best Breakfast In The...
In the gentle rolling hills just outside Nashville sits a white building with a neon sign that has been beckoning hungry travelers for generations with a siren song of buttermilk and flour. The Loveless Cafe stands as a monument to what happens when simple ingredients meet time-honored techniques and genuine...
Country Artists Rock Billboard Country Live: On the Rise as Burgeoning Acts Show Off...
As rain poured down outside, within downtown Nashville’s Category 10 multi-level bar it was warm and cozy — and ultimately packed to the rafters — on day two of Billboard Country Live. Billed as On the Rise, Friday’s (June 6) lineup featured seven hot newcomers who, based on their infectious sets, all have promising...
Authorities search Percy Priest Lake after reported drowning
A search effort was launched at Percy Priest Lake after several minors notified Nashville law enforcement about a potential drowning Saturday evening.
Child helps Sumner County authorities find burglary suspect
Law enforcement praised a boy for his bravery after he helped foil a home burglary in Sumner County Friday morning and then provided information that led to a man's arrest.
Fort Campbell soldier dies during training in Hungary
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A sergeant with Fort Campbell was identified as the soldier who died as a result of a training accident near Camp Croft in Hungary, according to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). The 101st Airborne Division said Sgt. Aaron Cox, 24, of Mabank, Texas, died after...
Ohio musician to be honored posthumously in Nashville
A woman originally from Ohio is being honored posthumously in Middle Tennessee for her contributions to Christian and country music.
Christian band addresses rumors about former lead singer’s inappropriate behavior
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Newsboys addressed the allegations made against their former lead singer, Michael Tait. An independent Christian news organization, The Roys Report, reported on June 4 that Tait allegedly groomed and sexually assaulted multiple people. The news organization reported that his alleged...
Great Tennessee Air Show cancels Blue Angels’ Saturday show due to visibility issues
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Blue Angels canceled their Saturday performance at the Great Tennessee Air Show. The Great Tennessee Air Show made the announcement at around 3:20 p.m. Saturday. Here are instructions on how to watch WSMV4 live on various platforms. “Unfortunately, due to visibility reasons, the Blue...