Andree Valentine comes to us from Toronto, Canada. A recent graduate from Hawaii Pacific University with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Dre works as the Digital Managing Editor; focusing on delivering the best consumer experience across our digital platforms.Traveling, watching movies, working out and going to concerts and sporting events are among some of Dre's favorite things to do. She was also a three-time national champion on HPU's cheerleading team and a member of the Canadian National Power Tumbling Team for four years. Search her name on YouTube to see her flip at the 2005 World Championships!
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A Feel-Good-Moment-Of-The-Day, Courtesy Of Toby Keith
It's nice to read a story that involves celebrities helping others. I know they're famous and super successful, but at the end of the day, they're just regular people, right?
Read what Toby Keith did to help a little girl after the bump.
The Band Perry’s Album Goes Gold
I met Kimberly and her brotherReid in Memphis at the Country Cares convention last January, so I was very excited to hear the news that their self-titled debut album went Gold! This means that since releasing their new record in October, they've sold over 500,000 copies.
Congratulations to the band on such a wonderful accomplishment!
Taste of Country has the rest of the story after the bump.
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Red Dirt Stampede 2011
Here's a gallery featuring photos from the Red Dirt Stampede concert featuring the Randy Rogers Band and the Casey Donahue Band at the Nac Expo Center on February 12th, 2011.
Country Performances At The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards [VIDEO]
Lady Antebellum, who were the big winners at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards last night, took the stage and sang "If You Don't Know Me By Now" as a tribute to Teddy Pendergrass. They also sang their hit songs "Need You Now" and "American Honey".
Also appearing on stage at this year's show was Grammy Award Winner Miranda Lambert, who performed her hit song "The Ho
Five Best Valentine’s Day Candy To Gorge On
Here are some of our favorite candies that are only available from roughly the second week of January to February 15th, when they are wonderfully half price!
Don’t Get Sent to The Doghouse This Valentine’s Day [VIDEO]
Guys, take a look at what really happens when you get sent to the doghouse. I know this was originally a Christmas commercial from JC Penney, but I think it applies to any holiday or gift exchange event.
This Valentine's Day, remember to choose your gifts wisely -- or you may end up in the doghouse.
‘CMT’s Next Superstar’ Show Coming This Spring
CMT has partnered with American Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe (one of the judges from So You Think You Can Dance) and his son, Simon Lythgoe, to produce a new country music reality show called CMT's Next Superstar, set to launch in April.
The reality show/music competition series will search for undiscovered singer-songwriters who think they have what it takes to make it in the music indus
Country Stars In Love
Just in time for Valentine's Day. Here's a peak at some of our favorite country stars in love.
This time of year, you can't help but say "Aaaawwwww".
Who's your favorite country celebrity couple in this album?
Valentine’s Day Boycott? [VIDEO]
This guy can't be serious about this, can he? I think he must have gotten his heart broken by women a few too many times.
Marc Rudov, the self-proclaimed "No Nonsense Man" is causing controversy with his contention that real men should boycott Valentine's Day, which he calls "Nomance Day." He describes Valentine's Day as "phony, guilt-driven, over-priced" and "a
Delicious Recipes for Valentine’s Day
Taste of Home has all kinds of recipes for Valentine's Day, including entrees, appetizers and of course, delicious dessert ideas.
Find something tasty to make after the fold:
Young Giraffe Dies at Lufkin Zoo
Sad news; details have not yet been released.
Ellen Trout Zoo officials are investigating the unexpected death of an 18-month-old giraffe.
The giraffe, fondly known as “Slim,” was found dead by zookeepers Sunday morning, according to Ellen Trout Zoo Education Assistant Samantha Miller...
Country Music Grammy Nominees
The 52nd annual Grammy Awards are right around the corner, and a few country artists are nominated for some huge awards in multiple genre categories, including Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum.
Check out the full list from taste of Country below after the bump.