December 30th, 1944
Bob Wills & The Texas Playboys appear on the Grand Ole Opry, causing a stir when Monte Mountjoy's drum set is moved onto the stage at the last minute.
December 10th, 1927
After a couple years on the air, the radio show The WSM Barn Dance was introduced for the first time as the Grand Ole Opry and became known as the Opry from that day on.
December 5th, 1956
Several artists were dismissed from the Grand Ole Opry including Ray Price, Faron Young, George Morgan (Lori's dad), Johnny Wright, Kitty Wells and Justin Tubb.
November 9, 2011
"If I Die Young," wins Song and Single of the Year for The Band Perry and songwriter Kimberly Perry at the 45th annual Country Music Association awards.