Hearts were heavy at LP Field as mourners gathered Wednesday and Thursday to pay their respects to the life and career of Steve McNair. More

Mount Zion Baptist Church's Bishop Walker describes McNair as a great humanitarian and a close friend. More

Memory book, mural and video highlights offer fans an opportunity to pay respects. More

Photorealist Chuck Close, whose illustrated the likes of Kate Moss and Philip Glass, transfers his images grid-by-grid from photograph to canvas. Plus, check out our other Staff Picks, including the Goodguys car show, Chukkers for Charity, Holly Williams and more. More

In addition to the countless mega country stars appearing, there will be new attractions this year designed to open the festival to more people and emphasize its prominence. More

Tickets can be purchased by phone or at Ticketmaster locations More