University in Tom Petty’s hometown honoring him with Tom Petty Day, capsule collection
Tom Petty was a proud son of Gainesville, Florida, and the city's university plans to honor the late rocker with Tom Petty Day.
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Old Navy taps Brazilian artist to create graphic tee honoring Latinx Heritage Month
(NEW YORK) -- As we come upon another Latinx Heritage Month, Old Navy is rolling out another empowering partnership.
In collaboration with the 15 Percent Pledge, a nonprofit organization that holds large corporations accountable for supporting Black-owned businesses, Old Navy has partnered with Brazilian artist... Read More.
‘Better Call Saul’ finale: Showrunner and star say the ending is “true to itself” and “so honoring of the fans”
On Monday night, we'll say goodbye to Saul Goodman, aka Jimmy McGill, aka Gene Takavic, as AMC's Better Call Saul airs its final episode. The show, which began as a Breaking Bad prequel but is now taking place in the post-Breaking Bad timeline, is... Read More.
Sting to appear on ‘CMT Giants’ tribute honoring Vince Gill; announces two special symphonic shows
Sting is among the many stars who will take part in an upcoming CMT special celebrating the career of country music great -- and current Eagles touring member -- Vince Gill.
The 90-minute show, CMT Giants: Vince Gill, will air... Read More.
US Mint releases Wilma Mankiller quarter for purchase, honoring first woman Cherokee Nation leader
(WASHINGTON) -- Wilma Mankiller, the first woman elected principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, can now be seen on U.S. quarters available for purchase.
Mankiller, an activist for Native American and women’s rights, is the third woman to have her face adorned upon a quarter... Read More.
Michelle Obama shares special Mother’s Day message honoring Marian Robinson
(NEW YORK) -- Michelle Obama is honoring her mom in a special way.
Ahead of Mother's Day, the former first lady announced that an exhibit in the highly anticipated Obama Presidential Center in Chicago will pay tribute to her mother, Marian Robinson.
In a video Friday... Read More.
CMT to air special honoring Naomi Judd
CMT is honoring the life and legacy of Naomi Judd with a special titled CMT Remembers: Naomi Judd.
Naomi's daughter and other half of The Judds, Wynonna Judd, along with Carrie Underwood,Loretta Lynn and more will appear in the 30-minute special that looks back on the career of the late singer, who passed... Read More.
HONORING Officer Dan Rocha
With broken hearts the Everett community continues its tribute to fallen Officer Dan Rocha, tragically lost in the line of duty, while doing what he loved best, serving... Read More.
Mickey Guyton is among the stars honoring Joni Mitchell at the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year tribute
Mickey Guyton has joined the bill for the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year tribute event, which will honor famed singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell this year.
Others in the lineup include Brandi Carlile, who often covers Mitchell favorites like “Blue” and “A Case of You” during... Read More.
Black History Month: How stores are celebrating, honoring and giving back
(NEW YORK) -- Black History Month is here, and many retailers are not only celebrating, but also amplifying and giving back to Black communities in beautiful ways.
From big-box retailers such as Walmart and Target to major department stores including Nordstrom, Macy's and more, companies... Read More.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier marks 100 years honoring the nation’s war dead
(WASHINGTON) -- For Bryan Bowman and Bob Mohr, there was no question about making the nearly 400-mile trip from Canal Fulton, Ohio, to Virginia and Arlington National Cemetery for the chance to lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
To mark the tomb's... Read More.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibit honoring 2021 inductees opening October 24 at the Cleveland museum
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's class of 2021 will be welcomed into the hallowed institution at a ceremony held on October 30 in Cleveland. To celebrate the new inductees, a special exhibit... Read More.
