Fallen Marine from Tennessee ‘laid down his life for his friend’
The Associated Press State & Local Wire April 15, 2003, Tuesday, BC cycle Fallen Marine from Tennessee ‘laid down his life for his friend’ BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 688 words DATELINE: GALLATIN, Tenn. Before David Nixon sent his son off to war, he admonished him: “Don’t try to be a hero.” But when duty required a … Continue reading Fallen Marine from Tennessee ‘laid down his life for his friend’
During Gospel Music Week, Christian music reigns in Nashville bars, nightspots
The Associated Press State & Local Wire
April 10, 2003, Thursday, BC cycle
During Gospel Music Week, Christian music reigns in Nashville bars, nightspots
BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer
SECTION: Domestic News; State and Regional
LENGTH: 591 words
DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn.
Fiberglass horses and neon signs emblazoned with “Budweiser” and “Jose Cuervo” aren’t usually part of the backdrop for a Christian music concert. And the patrons at the Wildhorse Saloon don’t typically order iced tea and water.
But this is Gospel Music Week, when some of Nashville’s most popular bars and nightspots trade lying-and-cheating songs for hymns about prayer and redemption.
Dressed in black and strumming a guitar, 37-year-old Paducah, Ky., native Eric Horner looked like any other country music singer as he joined an ear-piercing band onstage at the Wildhorse. But the lyrics of his new album’s title cut, “Prayer Warrior,” gave him away.
“The army of the Lord must daily take our stand,” Horner sang at a talent showcase Tuesday. “He is our rock, our sword, our shield, even on the battlefield.”
About 3,000 Christian music artists, promoters, retailers and record executives have gathered in Nashville for events that culminate with the 34th annual Dove Awards on Thursday night. The awards recognize everything from staid gospel quartets and country to rock, rap and teen pop.
Nashville may be the home of country music, but the Christian music industry – with 50 million albums sold and $1 billion in revenue in each of the last two years – is also a force here.
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Gov. Bredesen meets with Tennessee guard members awaiting deployment
Gov. Bredesen meets with Tennessee guard members awaiting deployment BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 714 words DATELINE: FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. Gov. Phil Bredesen offered his prayers and support Monday to hundreds of Tennessee guard members awaiting deployment from Fort Campbell, an Army post straddling the Tennessee-Kentucky line. In his first visit to the post, the Tennessee governor … Continue reading Gov. Bredesen meets with Tennessee guard members awaiting deployment
Ramsey crusades against debt and overspending
The Associated Press March 30, 2003, Sunday, BC cycle Ramsey crusades against debt and overspending BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Business News LENGTH: 757 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. A chorus of cheers filled the Cornerstone Church’s arena-style sanctuary as Christian financial guru Dave Ramsey snapped a pair of metal scissors. The crowd squealed with delight as Ramsey sliced a credit card … Continue reading Ramsey crusades against debt and overspending
War opponents hold rallies across Tennessee
March 20, 2003, Thursday, BC cycle War opponents hold rallies across Tennessee BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 960 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. Peter Fossel, a 57-year-old former Marine, wore a Purple Heart he won in the Vietnam War as he joined more than 300 anti-war protesters outside the Nashville federal building Thursday. He carried a sign that read: “Why War? Wage Peace.” “This … Continue reading War opponents hold rallies across Tennessee
Americans React to Strike Against Iraq
March 20, 2003 Americans React to Strike Against Iraq BYLINE: BOBBY ROSS JR.; Associated Press Writer SECTION: DOMESTIC NEWS LENGTH: 526 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. As President Bush told the nation that the United States had launched a strike on Iraq, the Brentwood Hills Church of Christ in Nashville opened its doors to the community to watch on two big screens – and to pray. About 15 people were … Continue reading Americans React to Strike Against Iraq
Bush speech gets high marks at Nashville bar
March 17, 2003, Monday, BC cycle Bush speech gets high marks at Nashville bar BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional LENGTH: 419 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. Attention at Sam’s Bar & Grill switched Monday night from green St. Patrick’s Day beer and March Madness basketball to President Bush’s televised ultimatum to Saddam Hussein. The packed sports bar erupted in applause for the president as the … Continue reading Bush speech gets high marks at Nashville bar
At 104, widow of traveling evangelist strong in mind, faith
March 13, 2003, Thursday, BC cycle At 104, widow of traveling evangelist strong in mind, faith BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Domestic News LENGTH: 830 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. On weekday afternoons, 104-year-old Laura Keeble sits in her nursing home room, content to watch Oprah Winfrey on television. But at 3 p.m. on Sundays, the widow of traveling evangelist Marshall Keeble expects someone to wheel her downstairs … Continue reading At 104, widow of traveling evangelist strong in mind, faith
For cancer patient, an unusual wish: a college education
March 12, 2003, Wednesday, BC cycle For cancer patient, an unusual wish: a college education BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Domestic News LENGTH: 780 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. When high school student Lincoln Rogers was stricken with kidney cancer, he didn’t ask the Make-A-Wish Foundation for a trip to Walt Disney World or a chance to meet his favorite TV star. He asked for an education. The … Continue reading For cancer patient, an unusual wish: a college education
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