Here’s what happened January 9th in Country Music History:

2019 – A memorial service was held for Troy Gentry of Montgomery Gentry in Nashville

2017 – Little Big Town performed the National Anthem before the College Football Playoff Championship game in Tampa where Clemson beat Alabama

2012 – Neal McCoy gets added to the Walk of Fame in his hometown of  Jacksonville, Texas

2000 – Shania Twain wins the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Female Musical Performer

1996 – Billy Bob’s Texas was recognized with a historical marker designation

Happy Birthday Crystal Gayle who turns 75 today!

Listen to Today in History with Carey Dean each weekday morning at 6:35 on 106.9 The Ranch!