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    <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 02:36:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>Jospeh Habedank To Leave The Perrys</title>
      <description>After 10 years of having the great privilege to serve with The Perrys, I have decided to step down as Lead Singer at this time. Libbi and I talked earlier this week, and while I would never want to abandon...</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Libbi Perry Stuffle</author>
      <description>After 10 years of having the great privilege to serve with The Perrys, I have decided to step down as Lead Singer at this time. Libbi and I talked earlier this week, and while I would never want to abandon...</description>
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      <title>Monroe Hopper, Brother Of Claude Hopper, Passes Away</title>
      <description>Monroe Archer Hopper, 86, of 1588 Mineral Springs Road, graduated to his heavenly home Friday, May 17, 2013. Monroe was the brother of Claude Hopper of The Hoppers.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 08:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Monroe Archer Hopper, 86, of 1588 Mineral Springs Road, graduated to his heavenly home Friday, May 17, 2013. Monroe was the brother of Claude Hopper of The Hoppers.</description>
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      <title>Mark Trammell Quartet Welcomes New Tenor Vocalist</title>
      <description>GREAT NEWS!!!!! On his 26th birthday, Dustin David Black has accepted the position as the new tenor vocalist for Mark Trammell Quartet! Dustin is from Saginaw, Michigan, and will soon become a "southern...</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Mark Trammell</author>
      <description>GREAT NEWS!!!!! On his 26th birthday, Dustin David Black has accepted the position as the new tenor vocalist for Mark Trammell Quartet! Dustin is from Saginaw, Michigan, and will soon become a "southern...</description>
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      <title>Three Bridges, Elliot McCoy Welcomes New Grandbaby</title>
      <description>Elliot McCoy, manager and Baritone singer for the Award winning Gospel group Three Bridges has announced the addition of his 13th grandchild. Little Ellie was born on May 13, 2013.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 06:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Elliot McCoy, manager and Baritone singer for the Award winning Gospel group Three Bridges has announced the addition of his 13th grandchild. Little Ellie was born on May 13, 2013.</description>
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      <title>Little Jimmy Taylor Passes Away, Arrangements Announced</title>
      <description>According to the Little Jimmy Taylor &amp; The Campbells Facebook page, Little Jimmy Taylor has passed away due to health complications. Arrangements have also been announced.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Ric CampBell</author>
      <description>According to the Little Jimmy Taylor &amp; The Campbells Facebook page, Little Jimmy Taylor has passed away due to health complications. Arrangements have also been announced.</description>
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      <title>Fans Experience Jeff &amp; Sheri Easter’s Homecoming</title>
      <description>The Lewis Family Homeplace teamed with hundreds of fans each night for the Jeff &amp; Sheri Easter Homecoming in Lincolnton, Ga. They gathered at the historic site honoring the legacy of America's First Family...</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 06:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Randall Franks</author>
      <description>The Lewis Family Homeplace teamed with hundreds of fans each night for the Jeff &amp; Sheri Easter Homecoming in Lincolnton, Ga. They gathered at the historic site honoring the legacy of America's First Family...</description>
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      <title>Southern Gospel, Missions Work With Back Home And The King's Heralds!</title>
      <description>Jimmy and Jennifer Layne, also known as “Back Home,” from Nashville, Tennessee, have committed to donate a portion of the profits from their new CD to the Marcelly’s Dream project with Church of God World...</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 03:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Back Home</author>
      <description>Jimmy and Jennifer Layne, also known as “Back Home,” from Nashville, Tennessee, have committed to donate a portion of the profits from their new CD to the Marcelly’s Dream project with Church of God World...</description>
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      <title>2013 Singing News Fan Awards Second Round Voting Results- TOP FIVE Finalists Announced!</title>
      <description>The second round of voting for the 2013 Singing News Fan Awards, the Southern Gospel Industry's PREMIERE fan-voted awards, is now over and the readers of Singing News Magazine have cast their votes for...</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 08:52:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The second round of voting for the 2013 Singing News Fan Awards, the Southern Gospel Industry's PREMIERE fan-voted awards, is now over and the readers of Singing News Magazine have cast their votes for...</description>
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      <title>UPDATE: Saturday, May 11, 9am Central- Tracy Stuffle Health Updates(Stroke)</title>
      <description>On January 21st, around 10pm, Tracy Stuffle, of the Perrys, was taken to the emergency room after having a stroke. We will post all updates as we receive them here, so please check back often.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Libbi Perry Stuffle</author>
      <description>On January 21st, around 10pm, Tracy Stuffle, of the Perrys, was taken to the emergency room after having a stroke. We will post all updates as we receive them here, so please check back often.</description>
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      <title>Larry Strickland Announces Major Changes For Palmetto State Quartet</title>
      <description>Larry Strickland, owner of Palmetto State Quartet,  has announced a major change for the legendary quartet. It was announced today that the popular vocal ensemble will undergo a name change in the coming...</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2013 09:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Judy Nelon Group</author>
      <description>Larry Strickland, owner of Palmetto State Quartet,  has announced a major change for the legendary quartet. It was announced today that the popular vocal ensemble will undergo a name change in the coming...</description>
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      <title>Ray Dean Reese Health Update</title>
      <description>On August 17, 2011, Ray Reese of The Kingsmen Quartet announced that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. In October of 2011, Ray underwent surgery for the cancer and shortly thereafter began treatments.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 10:12:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>On August 17, 2011, Ray Reese of The Kingsmen Quartet announced that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. In October of 2011, Ray underwent surgery for the cancer and shortly thereafter began treatments.</description>
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      <title>Derrick Selph Steps Down As Baritone From Brian Free &amp; Assurance</title>
      <description>Brian Free &amp; Assurance Baritone singer, Derrick Selph, has announced that he is stepping down from the group to spend more time with his wife and children.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2013 07:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Brian Free</author>
      <description>Brian Free &amp; Assurance Baritone singer, Derrick Selph, has announced that he is stepping down from the group to spend more time with his wife and children.</description>
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      <title>Daywind Publishing and Ricky Free Enter Into Exclusive Songwriting Agreement</title>
      <description>Daywind Music Group is pleased to announce the signing of Ricky Free to its roster of exclusive songwriters. Ricky has 15 years and 3000 shows under his belt as a professional drummer, and many album and...</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 03:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Daywind</author>
      <description>Daywind Music Group is pleased to announce the signing of Ricky Free to its roster of exclusive songwriters. Ricky has 15 years and 3000 shows under his belt as a professional drummer, and many album and...</description>
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      <title>Naomi Sego Announces A Return To Music</title>
      <description>Naomi &amp; the Segos have announced that they are now filling their calendar for the summer and fall months of 2013. Over the last two years Naomi has battled with sickness that forced her to have to decline...</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 02:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Naomi &amp; The Segos</author>
      <description>Naomi &amp; the Segos have announced that they are now filling their calendar for the summer and fall months of 2013. Over the last two years Naomi has battled with sickness that forced her to have to decline...</description>
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      <title>Randall Franks Receives Independent Country Music Hall of Fame Induction</title>
      <description>Southern Gospel Music Association publicist, Randall Franks, former member of the Marksmen Quartet, and first ever fiddle player for Jeff &amp; Sheri Easter, has been nominated into the Independent Country...</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Randall Franks</author>
      <description>Southern Gospel Music Association publicist, Randall Franks, former member of the Marksmen Quartet, and first ever fiddle player for Jeff &amp; Sheri Easter, has been nominated into the Independent Country...</description>
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      <title>"Crossing Chilly Jordan", From The Blackwood Brothers, One Of 25 Recordings Selected For Library Of Congress</title>
      <description>The Librarian of Congress, James H. Billington, recently announced the selection of 25 sound recordings to the registry, including the song, "Crossing Chilly Jordan", from the Blackwood Brothers.</description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 27 Apr 2013 10:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Billy Blackwood</author>
      <description>The Librarian of Congress, James H. Billington, recently announced the selection of 25 sound recordings to the registry, including the song, "Crossing Chilly Jordan", from the Blackwood Brothers.</description>
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      <title>iTickets.com Selected As National Quartet Convention Official Event Admissions Agency </title>
      <description>The National Quartet Convention officially announced the selection of iTickets as their event admissions partner. This year marks the 56th Annual National Quartet Convention.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Judy Nelon Group</author>
      <description>The National Quartet Convention officially announced the selection of iTickets as their event admissions partner. This year marks the 56th Annual National Quartet Convention.</description>
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      <title>SGMA Class of 2013 Hall of Fame Inductees Announced</title>
      <description>The Southern Gospel Music Association’s (SGMA) Induction Committee Chairman, Dr. Jim Goff, announced today the 2013 Inductees to the SGMA Hall of Fame. The 2013 Induction Ceremony and Singing News Fan...</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>SGMA</author>
      <description>The Southern Gospel Music Association’s (SGMA) Induction Committee Chairman, Dr. Jim Goff, announced today the 2013 Inductees to the SGMA Hall of Fame. The 2013 Induction Ceremony and Singing News Fan...</description>
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      <title>Vote For The Red Roots In American Bible Challenge "Fan Favorite" Contest- Help Their Charity, "Home Of Grace"!</title>
      <description>The American Bible Challenge, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy on GSN, announced that the show will be awarding an additional $10,000 to the favorite charity of the team that receives the most votes as Fan Favorite.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2013 05:31:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Daywind</author>
      <description>The American Bible Challenge, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy on GSN, announced that the show will be awarding an additional $10,000 to the favorite charity of the team that receives the most votes as Fan Favorite.</description>
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      <title>Gospel Legend, George Beverly Shea, Passes Away At 104</title>
      <description>George Beverly Shea, 104, of Montreat, North Carolina, soloist of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA), died this evening(April 16th) following a brief illness.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <author>Billy Graham Evangelistic Association</author>
      <description>George Beverly Shea, 104, of Montreat, North Carolina, soloist of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA), died this evening(April 16th) following a brief illness.</description>
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