Trace Adkins says a bullet fired by his second wife passed through his heart and both lungs. His account also revives a disputed date in the country star’s history.

Franklin’s new Bicentennial Park is getting its first concert series, with three Thursday nights of music, food and outdoor fun. The lineup includes line dancing, swing and a hometown community band.

Andy Schuon will lead the Academy of Country Music from its Nashville headquarters beginning Sept. 1, 2026, bringing decades of media and label experience. The hire follows a nationwide search and a planned transition with Damon Whiteside staying on as CEO emeritus.