Academy of Country Music Introduces Award in Honor of Merle HaggardAcademy of Country Music Introduces Award in Honor of Merle HaggardThe Academy of Country Music will introduce the Merle Haggard Spirit Award, a new award in honor of the late country icon, at the 2016 ACM Honors.Carrie HortonCarrie Horton
Toby Keith Pays Tribute to Merle Haggard at the Opry [WATCH]Toby Keith Pays Tribute to Merle Haggard at the Opry [WATCH]During a recent appearance at the Grand Ole Opry, Toby Keith used his time onstage to offer a tribute to Merle Haggard.Christina VinsonChristina Vinson
5 Most Unforgettable Country Music Moments of 2016 (So Far)5 Most Unforgettable Country Music Moments of 2016 (So Far)The Boot looks back at 2016's most unforgettable country music moments (so far).Riane KoncRiane Konc
Ben Haggard Performs Merle Haggard's 'Silver Wings' [WATCH]Ben Haggard Performs Merle Haggard's 'Silver Wings' [WATCH]Ben Haggard has shared a video of himself performing his late father Merle Haggard's hit "Silver Wings."Christina VinsonChristina Vinson
Merle Haggard's Fishing Boat Returned to Son BenMerle Haggard's Fishing Boat Returned to Son BenAn old fishing boat that once belonged to Merle Haggard has made its way back to his son Ben.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano
Merle Haggard's Final Song, 'Kern River Blues', ReleasedMerle Haggard's Final Song, 'Kern River Blues', ReleasedMerle Haggard's last song, "Kern River Blues," has been released.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano
2016 Golden Boot Awards: Vote for the Year's Most Unforgettable Moment2016 Golden Boot Awards: Vote for the Year's Most Unforgettable MomentA readers' poll to determine the year's most unforgettable moment for the 2016 Golden Boot Awards.Christina VinsonChristina Vinson
Toby Keith Honors Merle Haggard at 2016 ACC AwardsToby Keith Honors Merle Haggard at 2016 ACC AwardsToby Keith and Merle Haggard's band, the Strangers, performed a medley in honor of the recently deceased country icon at the 2016 American Country Countdown Awards.Annie ZaleskiAnnie Zaleski
Merle Haggard Memorial Coming to MuskogeeMerle Haggard Memorial Coming to MuskogeeA memorial in honor of Merle Haggard will soon be erected in Muskogee, Okla.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano
Watch Scotty McCreery Cover 'Mama Tried' at the Grand Ole OpryWatch Scotty McCreery Cover 'Mama Tried' at the Grand Ole OpryIn the days following Merle Haggard's death, Scotty McCreery performed the legend's "Mama Tried" live at the Grand Ole Opry.Angela StefanoAngela Stefano