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In a town where stories linger like the sea breeze, one woman's gift has everyone talking — and it's not just gossip at the coffee shop.

Cody Johnson's post-show photo opp. and Ella Langley's aftershow interview are two important things you missed. Plus, the full story of Ashley McBryde's speech.

September 18, 2026 – mark your calendars! Fans are already dreaming of a magical night filled with harmony and hits at BankNH Pavilion.

Ashley McBryde's ACM Awards speech was not like the others. Here's what — and who — inspired this moment.

Cody Johnson's ACM Entertainer of the Year award win was a longtime coming.

"We have been toying around and flirting with the idea of playing a handful of shows next year, and that gets us both excited," Hubbard reveals.

There's a certain magic to New Hampshire's Unwritten Rules. This is part 2.

Ella's necklace certainly made a statement at the ACM Awards.

Luke Bryan shares his wildest meet-and-greet stories.

Just picture it: a brand new bookstore, three times the size of the old one, ready to welcome readers in North Conway, New Hampshire.

Lauren Alaina put out her head down and wept as she spoke about the importance of supporting mental health at the 2026 ACM Awards.

Cody Johnson just snagged a big win at the ACM Awards, and his gratitude for Luke Combs tells a heartwarming story of friendship in the country scene.

Leaving the familiar behind can stir up a whirlwind of emotions; it’s a reminder that mental health is a journey, not a destination.

Blake Shelton closed the 2026 ACM Awards with an emotional performance of “The Gambler” honoring legendary songwriter Don Schlitz.

A few major stars were notably absent at the awards show.

Country singers weren't afraid to take risks at the 2026 ACM Awards.

Cody Johnson was not expecting to win Entertainer of the Year but his improvised speech was one of the night's greatest highlights.

"Thank you to the women," Ella Langley said as she accepted her ACM Female Artist of the Year trophy. "I would not be standing up here without the women."

This thing is a stunner!

Keith Urban's been working on a yacht rock album, and maybe that's what inspired his relaxed, easygoing ACM Awards carpet look.

2026 is the year of Ella, and she looked every bit the part.

Who do you think is country music's best dressed at the ACM Awards?

Lainey Wilson changed up her signature style at the ACM Awards, trading her famous bell-bottoms for a dramatic red gown.

She's the most-nominated artist of the night, including in the coveted Entertainer of the Year category. But Megan Moroney skipped the show.