Jo Dee Messina Mourning Death of Her Mother, Mary Messina: ‘She Is Entrenched in God’s Glory’Jo Dee Messina Mourning Death of Her Mother, Mary Messina: ‘She Is Entrenched in God’s Glory’Faith will get her through the hard days ahead.Tricia DespresTricia Despres
Country Stars Who Stand Up Against CancerCountry Stars Who Stand Up Against CancerThere are many -- too many -- country stars who have had cancer or have been personally affected by it in some way.Christina VinsonChristina Vinson
Garth Brooks Wanted to Cover Jo Dee Messina’s Debut Single — But She Was Against ItGarth Brooks Wanted to Cover Jo Dee Messina’s Debut Single — But She Was Against ItThe singer admits that as a young artist, she was terrified that Brooks might cover her song, "Heads Carolina, Tails California."Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Jo Dee Messina Was ‘at an All-Time Low’ — and Then, She Found GodJo Dee Messina Was ‘at an All-Time Low’ — and Then, She Found God"I spent my entire career, my entire life, glorifying myself," Messina says. "It's time for Him."Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Jo Dee Messina Called Her Mom the First Time She Heard Herself on the RadioJo Dee Messina Called Her Mom the First Time She Heard Herself on the Radio"I was by myself in a hotel room, and we were on a radio tour ..."Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Country Stars Who Are SoberCountry Stars Who Are SoberSome of its biggest stars -- yes, even the ones who sing drinking songs -- are sober. Riane KoncRiane Konc
16 Years Ago: Jo Dee Messina Runs the Boston Marathon16 Years Ago: Jo Dee Messina Runs the Boston MarathonOn April 17, 2006, Messina ran the Boston Marathon ... and completed the race, even after injuring her knee.Gayle ThompsonGayle Thompson
Top 10 Country Road Trip SongsTop 10 Country Road Trip SongsNothing beats a cool country soundtrack to crank up while you're exploring those wide-open spaces in your chosen mode of transportation.The Boot StaffThe Boot Staff
Top 10 Country Songs About RainTop 10 Country Songs About RainApril showers bring May flowers ... and some really good country songs about rain.The Boot StaffThe Boot Staff
Jo Dee Messina Is ‘Leaning on God’ in Cancer BattleJo Dee Messina Is ‘Leaning on God’ in Cancer BattleDespite her struggles, the singer says she's "filled with gratitude and joy."Sterling WhitakerSterling Whitaker