As you gather with friends and family this Memorial Day, don't forget the true meaning of the day: honoring the heroes who gave everything for America. Whether you’re hosting a pool party, throwing a ...

Released in October 2011, “Home” became the stirring second single—and title track—from Dierks Bentley’s 2012 album. The patriotic song was deeply influenced by a tragic January 2011 shooting in ...

Merriam-Webster defines patriotism as a "love for or devotion to one's country." While people often link patriotism to political stances, it's more than that. That love and devotion can be tied to ...

If you’re looking for patriotic country songs for the Fourth of July, they’re easy to find. But country songs of dissent, that dare to question or call out the nation’s flaws, require some digging — ...

“Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord; and the people whom He hath chosen for His own inheritance.” Psalm 33:12 One of my favorite patriotic songs is “My Country ‘Tis of Thee.” Years ago, when ...

On March 3, 1931, President Herbert Hoover signed a congressional act that made Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner" the official national anthem of the United States. The American military ...

I’m willing to admit I am as much a sucker for a sentimental tune as the next guy. Am I going to confess here before my tens and tens of faithful readers that Taylor Swift’s “Tim McGraw” makes me tear ...

The poem that inspired the song, America the Beautiful, is 130 years old today, and despite the threats to democracy, it resonates more than ever. At this moment of deep political division, bold ideas ...

The Fourth of July and country music go together like peas and carrots. For some people, the Fourth of July consists of BBQ, fireworks, family, friends, beer, and some good conversation. However, none ...

The Williamsport Music Club will present its traditional National Federation of Music Clubs’ program”Parade of American Music” at 7 p.m., Nov. 25 in the sanctuary of Pine Street United Methodist ...

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the Bach Choir of Bethlehem are teaming up for ‘Let Freedom Sing’, a first-of-its-kind musical ...