TERRI CLARK'S MARRIAGE ENDS
Terri Clark and husband Greg Kaczor filed for divorce last Friday in Nashville. The “amicable parting” took place at The Davidson County Courthouse. The couple has known each other for 10 years, as Kaczor worked as Clark’s Tour Manager. Because of the current situation, Kaczor has opted out of this position.

In her statement, Clark explained, “This is very sad. Greg is one of my dearest friends and a wonderful person, and we are sorry that we’re here. This is an amicable split, and we appreciate everyone’s concern and respect for our sorting this out.”

Both parties have asked that their privacy be observed during this challenging time. Clark explained, “No big drama…just a couple heavy hearts. Anyone who’s ever been here, I am sure, understands.”

This article serves as a positive form of public relations for a negative situation. Terri Clark chose to make a statement and educate the public about her current situation. She realizes that as a celebrity, her private life will be discussed in the media. For that reason, she chose to address the situation and let the public know about her divorce. The statement she made was very positive, referring to her ex-husband as one of her “dearest friends.” The overall goal is to get the word out that even though Kaczor and Clark are splitting, it is an “amicable parting.”

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WILSON IS "BACK TO THE BARS"
Gretchen Wilson went back to her roots last week by performing at smaller venues in her “Back to the Bars” Tour. Having played to huge crowds for several years, Wilson decided to revisit the intimacy of local bars. All the while, Wilson managed to raise over $163,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Make-A-Wish Foundation.

“This is how I grew up, singing in bars. I miss that intimacy. I’ve loved playing stadiums and arenas, don’t get me wrong, but when you are in a club, you can actually see and touch the fans. Their reaction to the music is immediate. The biggest bonus, though, is to be able to raise money for some very worthwhile organizations,” stated Wilson.

The week began in Austin, Texas, at Graham Central Station, where Wilson and KASE radio partnered to raise money for Make-A-Wish. Next up was an Albuquerque performance at a local restaurant to benefit St. Jude. Other stops included Oklahoma City and Little Rock. The final event on Friday night in Memphis drew over 600 fans and raked in $108,000 for St. Jude.

This article is very positive public relations for Gretchen Wilson. Not only is she reconnecting with fans by playing smaller venues, she is also raising money for charities at the same time. Fans like to know that they are valued, and Wilson is proving that she appreciates the support she receives from fans. She is also letting fans know that fame has not gotten to her head. She is giving back to the community in a big way, and her generosity is well-noted. The overall goal of the article is to educate the community about Wilson’s connection with her fans and inform the public of her kindness towards two very valuable organizations.

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PAT GREEN WORKS WITH ST. JUDE'S
Country star Pat Green recently took part in the annual St. Jude Radio Training Seminar in Memphis. With nearly 900 attendants, this seminar involved people from around the country. Those involved are all dedicated to the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research.

Green was deeply touched by his visit to the hospital and his involvement with the cause.

"I know for sure that I would like to go back there when there are no cameras or press, just to be there in whatever capacity I can be useful,” explained Green.

As both a father and a spiritual man, the children of St. Jude had a real impact on him. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital finds cures and saves children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Families never pay for treatments not covered by insurance, and families without insurance are never asked to pay.

This is a very positive public relations article. The quotes given by Pat Green truly show his commitment to and respect for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This uplifting piece of writing gives readers an idea of how Pat Green uses his influence for a good cause. The public loves to read about celebrities giving to charities in general, but the response becomes even more intense when children are involved. The overall goal of the article is to educate the public about Pat Green’s latest gift to the community. It shows off his generosity, leaving the public pleased.

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TRACE ADKINS HELPS WITH 'MAKEOVER'
Trace Adkins recently teamed up with ABC’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to make one family’s dreams come true. Adkins will appear as a special guest on the Emmy-Award winning reality show, as the design teams presents a family with a brand new renovated home.

Proceeds of more than $75,000, from Adkins recent concert in Austin, Texas, went toward paying off the current mortgage of a local couple. Out of their six children, five have been diagnosed with varying degrees of autism. The episode will include portions of Adkin’s concert, and the family’s new home will better meet the needs of their children. The Episode will air Sunday, February 18 at 8pm.

This article is a form of public relations because it informs the public about how a country superstar is giving back to the community. The public will find it heartwarming that country superstar, Trace Adkins, used his influence for a good cause. He is helping a family in need, which makes this article a very positive piece of public relations. The overall goal of the exposure is to give the public a positive image of Adkins. They will be happy to hear that Adkins is helping make the dreams of a very special family come true. Adkins will benefit from this exposure because it portrays him as generous.

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