In 1923, Hubert Long, country music promoter and talent agent, was born in Poteet, Texas.
In 1925, Ferlin Husky, Simon Crum, and Terry Preston were born in Cantwell, Missouri. He was one of the most talented performers, and those who missed an onstage appearance have not seen ALL of the greatest of country music entertainers.
In 1977, Dolly Parton began a five week run at the top of the charts with "Here You Come Again".
In 1983, Anne Murray was atop the charts with "A Little Good News".
In 1988, Reba McEntire went to the top of the charts with "I Know How He Feels".
In 1994, "The Big One", by George Strait, assumed the top spot on the country music charts.
In 2001, guitarist Grady Martin passed away after suffering a heart attack. This former member of the A-Team died in his hometown of Lewisburg, Tennessee.
