Local Legends

On July 4, 2024, Kirby Kelley was honored at Denison’s July 4th Fireworks Show as a Local Legend…

On July 4, 2026, Shawnda Rains Shearer was recognized at Denison’s July 4th Spectacular for America 250 where her students performed for bringing music back to the…

Joe Pollaro and Shelley McBride were honored at Denison’s July 4th Fireworks show on July 4, 2025, for decades of impact on the local and national music scene.

In appreciation of decades of impact on the local music scene on multiple instruments but was most known for his steel guitar.

In appreciation of decades of impact on the local music scene plus years of service with David Allan Coe & The Tennessee Hat Band.

In appreciation of decades of impact on the local music scene through performance, teaching, and in business.