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Nationally recognized independent Grand Ole Opry historian Byron Fay offers news and comments regarding country music's premier show.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Grand Ole Opry 1/30 & 1/31

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Before getting into the Grand Ole Opry lineups for this weekend, some news to share, courtesy of Music Row Magazine:  The Grand Ole Opry wil...
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Monday, January 26, 2026

Margaret Whiting: Honorary Grand Ole Opry Member

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In 1949, vocalist Margaret Whiting was among the most popular stars in the country. That year, Capital Records paired her with singing cowbo...
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Grand Ole Opry 1/23 & 1/24--Breaking News Update #2

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Update #2 from the Opry:  Due to anticipated inclement weather, the Grand Ole Opry show on Saturday, January 24th has been canceled, as well...
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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Grand Ole Opry 1/16 & 1/17

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It will be an exciting Friday Night Opry this weekend as Suzy Bogguss will be inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry and Reba M...
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Sunday, January 11, 2026

2025 Grand Ole Opry Recap

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Another year is in the books as the Grand Ole Opry celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2025. As usual, it was a busy one. From past experien...
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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Grand Ole Opry 1/9 & 1/10

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Looking at the Grand Ole Opry schedule for this weekend, on the Friday Night Opry Clint Black will be honored upon his 35th anniversary as a...
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Sunday, January 4, 2026

January Opry Highlights

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Welcome to 2026. As the Grand Ole Opry enters another year, the Opry 100 celebration will continue into the new year. Taking a look back, he...
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I am a nationally recognized independent historian of the Grand Ole Opry. In addition to being the publisher and writer of Fayfare's Opry Blog, I have also researched Opry information for numerous authors and interested Opry fans. A resident of Canton, Ohio, I have attended hundreds of Grand Ole Opry shows since my first visit to Nashville in 1973. I can be contacted via email at bfay54@gmail.com
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