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Family: Country singer Slim Whitman dies at age 90

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:44:50 -0400

MIAMI - Country singer Slim Whitman, the high-pitched yodeler who sold millions of records through ever-present TV ads in the 1980s and 1990s and whose song saved the world in the film comedy "Mars Attacks!," died Wednesday at a Florida hospital. He was 90.

Events lined up for Elvis Week in Memphis

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 05:59:31 -0400

MEMPHIS, Tennessee - An appearance by former Elvis Presley co-star Mother Dolores Hart and a listening party for a new box set featuring his performances at Stax Records are highlights of the annual celebration of the rock n' roll icon this August.

Louisiana singer wins Tupelo Elvis tribute contest

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 18:35:41 -0400

TUPELO, Mississippi - A hip-shakin' singer from Louisiana will represent Elvis Presley's birthplace in an annual contest of Elvis impersonators at Graceland.

National recognition sought for Cypress Gardens

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:50:52 -0400

BARTOW, Florida - Polk County commissioners are on board with an effort to bring national recognition to the former Cypress Gardens tourist attraction.

McCartney leaves pick on 1st visit to Graceland

Mon, 27 May 2013 17:28:03 -0400

MEMPHIS, Tennessee - Paul McCartney made his first visit to the one-time home of the King of Rock 'N' Roll and left a gift behind.

McCartney leaves pick on 1st visit to Graceland

Mon, 27 May 2013 11:08:57 -0400

MEMPHIS, Tennessee - Paul McCartney made his first visit to the one-time home of the King of Rock 'N' Roll and left a gift behind.