Morgan Wallen. Photo: Matt Paskert

Morgan Wallen has donated $500,000 to the Red Cross for Hurricane Helene relief efforts in his home of east Tennessee through his Morgan Wallen Foundation.

“My family in East Tennessee are safe but I know many are absolutely devastated there and in multiple states,” the country superstar shared in an Instagram story post. “It is going to take a monumental effort and I am in contact with my team and others working on ways I can help.”

“We can’t thank Morgan Wallen enough for his heart and generous $500,000 donation to impact help on the ground now in the areas affected by Hurricane Helene, including his beloved East Tennessee,” shared Red Cross’ National President for Humanitarian Services, Trevor Riggin.

According to CNN, Hurricane Helene was one of the deadliest hurricanes to hit the mainland United States in the past 50 years. At least 130 people have died across six states—North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee and Virginia—with more still missing.

Carly Pearce. Photo: Dawn Heumann Photography

Carly Pearce has revealed her newest partnership with Conundrum Wines.

Photo: Dawn Heumann Photography

The country singer will have a special edition label on Conundrum Red and White Blends. Arriving this month, the partnership builds on their shared creative spirit and celebrates their passion for exploration and finding your own path.

“Everybody who knows me knows that wine is the way to my heart,” shares Pearce. “Conundrum has been my go-to for years and a staple on my tour bus, so partnering with them on my own limited-edition label is such a surreal, full circle experience. Can’t wait for my drinking-aged fans to get their hands on it!”

The label features the Conundrum logo decorated with wildflowers and a hummingbird, symbolizing renewal and healing that embody Pearce’s personal journey as captured in her Hummingbird album released earlier this year. Her message about moving forward whatever the road blocks and creating something authentic and meaningful, then sharing it with others, resonated strongly with Conundrum Wines winemaker Charlie Wagner. 

“Conundrum is all about the journey and staying true to yourself,” says Wagner. “This wine started with my Grandpa Charlie, who did his own thing and came up with something entirely new. Turns out that a lot of people loved it. Today at Conundrum, we still seek out fresh ideas, challenge ourselves to evolve, and look to inspire others. You know, grapes need to struggle on the vine to develop character—and so do all of us. Carly’s story of resilience, growth and creativity make this collaboration a perfect fit.”

Rascal Flatts. Photo: Robby Klein

Rascal Flatts will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the band in 2025 with the new “Life Is A Highway Tour,” which will kick off in February in Evansville, Indiana.

The trio will visit 21 cities across the U.S. on the new tour, delivering a thank you to the fans who have supported them throughout their over two decades-long career. Stops on the tour will include Grand Rapids, Green Bay, Huntsville, Savannah, Ft. Worth, Orlando and more.

“In 2020, we announced the farewell tour after being on the road extensively for 20 years,” says the group. “To put it simply, we needed a break. Then COVID hit and our plans came to a screeching halt, like the rest of the world.  Since then, we’ve been able to revisit our unique and special experience as a band and we’re ready to get out on the road again.  It’s hard to believe that next year will be the 25th anniversary of Rascal Flatts, and that felt like the perfect time to get back in front of the fans who have given us so much.”

Joining the band on the “Life Is A Highway Tour” as support will be Lauren Alaina and Chris Lane. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, Oct. 4 and are available for purchase here.

“Life Is A Highway Tour” Official Dates:
2/13 Evansville, IN – Ford Center
2/14 Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum
2/15 Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena
2/22 Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
2/27 Sioux Falls, SD – Denny Sanford Premier Center
2/28 Green Bay, WI – Resch Center
3/1 Moline, IL – Vibrant Arena
3/6 Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena
3/7 Toledo, OH – Huntington Center
3/8 Youngstown, OH – Covelli Centre
3/13 Manchester, NH – SNHU Arena
3/14 Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena
3/15 Allentown, PA – PPL Center
3/20 Huntsville, AL – Von Braun Center Propst Arena*
3/22 Savannah, GA – Enmarket Arena
3/27 Ft. Worth, TX – Dickies Arena
3/28 Lafayette, LA – CAJUNDOME
3/29 Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena
4/3 Estero, FL – Hertz Arena
4/4 Orlando, FL – Kia Center
4/5 Jacksonville, FL – Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena

Several CMT team members have reportedly been laid off due to global restructuring of parent company Paramount.

According to Billboard, those affected include Stacey Cato (Director of Music and Talent), Quinn Brown (VP of Production), Ray Sells (Senior Director of Production), Jennifer DeVault (Senior Producer), Jordan Walker (Senior Manager of Music and Talent), Abbi Roth (Senior Manager of Music and Talent), Bryana Cielo (Executive Assistant) and Heather Graffagnino (VP of Production Management).

Country Aircheck reported that SVP/Music & Talent Leslie Fram is also exiting.

CMT has not returned a request for confirmation.