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06/04/2026

06/02/2026

One of two verified photos of Doc Holliday. This was taken for his graduation from dental school in 1872, before he had been diagnosed with tuberculosis. Shortly after this was taken, he found out that he had the disease and told he had only a few months to live, but that a drier climate might help prolong his life. He moved to Dallas and practiced dentistry there and also in Denison for a period of roughly two years. He was actually a talented dentist but his coughing spasms were not good for his dental practice. He subsequently became a gambler and also a faro dealer, moving around quite often. He later spent time gambling in Breckenridge, Texas, and also as a faro dealer in Fort Griffin, Texas. It was there, while dealing cards at John Shanssey's saloon, that he met Mary Katharine "Big Nose Kate" Horony, a dance hall woman and occasional pr******te. "Tough, stubborn, and fearless", she was educated, but chose to work as a pr******te because she liked her independence. She became Doc's common-law wife and is the only woman with whom Doc is known to have had a relationship. After being given only a few months to live in 1873, he lived for 15 more years, dying at the age of 36 in 1887.

05/29/2026

🌟 CMMS BAND SPOTLIGHT – JUSTIN SALYER 🌟

Justin Salyer is the kind of musician that every picker knows about. He’s one of those guys you never want picking up a guitar right after you… and you definitely don’t want to have to follow him on stage. He’s that good.

Known for his powerful rhythm playing, smooth touch, incredible instrumentals, and guitar tone that’s about as good as you’ll hear anywhere, Justin can go toe-to-toe with anybody out there and has earned a reputation as one of the finest guitar players around. Whether he’s driving a band with rock-solid rhythm or cutting loose on a lead, he brings something special every single time he steps on stage.

But as talented as Justin is, he’s an even better fella. Humble, easygoing, and the kind of person everybody enjoys being around, he’s a huge part of what makes the Cumberland Mountain Music Show Band so special. We are truly lucky to have him with us.

When he’s not playing music, Justin enjoys spending time fishing and being with his wife Laura and their children, Landon and Claire. Now living in Church Hill, he continues to impress crowds everywhere he plays.

Come see Justin Salyer live June 20th at the Cumberland Mountain Music Show at the Cumberland Gap Convention Center — it’s shaping up to be another incredible night of music and fellowship!

🎟 Advance online tickets available now at:
www.cumberlandmountainmusic.com

05/27/2026

WAKE UP AMERICA!!!

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Who are you remembering today?

📸 Elizabeth Fraser

05/25/2026

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