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A special “Thank you” from Country Dan Dixon



Dearest Friends,

You’ve heard it said that “Friends Are a Blessing!” And I’m testifying to that fact. The word got out that I am still unable to walk and confined to a wheelchair at the moment. Well I am overwhelmed at the support that you have shown me. Many of you who are friends of Leland Martin who I call “My favorite Country and Western Truck Drivin’ Singer” have gone over the top by supplying me with not one but two power chairs! I am so humbled to know that you would show me such love. To say Thank You would be an understatement. Bless you all for your prayers and the support, it means the world to me knowing how blessed you’ve made me feel. All I can say is I will keep you all in my prayers too. (I hope you enjoy this picture of Leland Martin delivering the chairs to me in person!)

Much Love,
Country Dan Dixon

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  Country Dan Dixon in the Nashville SiriusXM studio

Country Dan Dixon Releases the Following Statement

Greetings my dear friends!  The “Cookbook Lady” has kept me informed of your cares and concerns of my well being.  I owe a great depth of gratitude to my adopted family “The Shannon’s” for their support and encouragement.  They are such a wonderful family and group of individuals who have kept me on track during my recovery. This has been a challenging time in my life and your prayers, cards, letters, and emails have kept me in touch with you.  I am so grateful. Thank you.

In January I was admitted into the hospital, because my leg had to have surgery due to my Diabetes.  I tell people that God sometimes puts “speed bumps” in the road of life, but I know he doesn’t give us more than we can handle.  Learning to walk with a new prosthesis has been extremely difficult, but thanks to all of you being there for me. It means the world to me. Hopefully with that continued support, I will eventually make it back on the radio.

God Bless You All!

 
 
  


Super Moon taken by Wilma Shannon 3-19-2011
  

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Heart Walk 2010

Recently several people participated in the 2010 Heart Walk held annually in Muncie, Indiana. This year’s event took place at the Worthen Arena located at Ball State University.

The event was sponsored by several businesses and individuals. WERK and WLBC Radio were there to support and kick off this year’s event. Everyone had a great time, not to mention walking for a good cause.

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Country' Dan Dixon Nominated For Country DJ HOF
It's Now Up To The CRB HOF Committee

Sirius XM Radio's "Country" Dan Dixon has received word from the CRB that he's been nominated for both the 2011 Country DJ Hall of Fame and the 2011 Radio Hall of Fame.
"Country" Dan is featured on Sirius XM's Willie's Place, his latest gig in his 4 decade-long career in Country Radio.
 
Source:  allaboutcountry.com

GLGS 2010

Congratulations:

Congratulations go out to Ryan and Lindsey Pishion of Wisconsin, on the birth of their first child, a beautiful little girl, who they named “Shannon Rose Pishion.” She was born on September 1^st. and we were honored to find out, that she was named after us. She is the granddaughter of Ron and Laurie Dressler.

Please pray for this family, as Ryan is scheduled to go to Afghanistan in October. Let’s pray for his safe return back home.

The Shannons

Update on the Doggy's

We get a lot of emails wondering how the families Doggy's (Shadow and Buckles) are doing!  They are doing just fine, and recently celebrated their Birthday's.

They Celebrated with a party of homemade Doggy Cup Cakes and homemade Doggy Ice Cream, and you guest it, Wilma made both for them.  They shared their treats with other Doggies in the neighborhood.

The recipes for the Cup Cakes and Ice Cream can be found in Wilma's Doggy Cookbook "A Doggy's Delight Cookbook".  To order a book, click on the product page.

Truck Show 2010 Louisville, KY:

A Few Memories of 2009 in photos:

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Shannons add new family member:

Photo by  "Country Dan Dixion"

Chris and Stacey Shannon are pleased to announce the arrival of their little baby girl named “Lexiana Faith Shannon.”  She was born on October 2, 2009 and weighed 7 pounds and 8 ounces and is just a little bundle of sunshine. Everyone is doing fine.

Chris, Stacey and all the Shannons want to thank everyone who sent cards, emails and calls of congratulations.  It is appreciated!

Shannons at NQC 2009

Highlights from the “Great Lakes Gospel Sing 2009” in Michigan:

Everyone had a great time at the “Great Lakes Gospel Sing” in Michigan. Below are a few photos from the event.

Erik Estrada back in Muncie:

 Erik Estrada, who is famous for his role as PONCH in the popular seventies motorcycle cop drama, “CHIPs” was back in Muncie, Indiana this past week (1^st. week of December) as a reserve Police officer on the Muncie Police Department.

He came back to renew his annual Police certification to keep his law enforcement status active. He took part in overnight Police patrols in the city from 11:00PM - 7:00AM

He also took part in the holiday food basket program and Muncie Fraternal Order of Police Shop-with- a-Cop program, a program which helps kid’s receive Christmas gifts who can’t afford it otherwise.

He became a Muncie Policeman when he and other celebrities came to Muncie and stared in a TV series entitled, “Armed and Famous”, which was filmed in Muncie. It only ran for a few weeks on CBS a couple of years ago and was cancelled, but there have been talk of it maybe returning!

Erik made a vow when he left Muncie to return each December to renew his Police certification and to help with charity work that he so much enjoys.

Erik said, “He has told his wife when he dies that he wanted her to put his Muncie Policeman uniform on him”.  He said, “As a child that was always his dream, to become a Policeman in real life”.

One of the things he was looking forward to do in Muncie besides his other duties was to visit the local Chili’s restaurant and have their Lava Cake. He has made numerous fans and is well respected in the community. A very nice man!!!

Shannons sing at Gaither’s Fall Festival

 Gaither Fall Festival will be held Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4^th. at the “Gaither Family Resources in Alexandria, Indiana.

 Here are a few photo highlights from the NQC.  We will be adding more photos at a later date.

Book Signing at National Quartet Convention 2008

Below are just a few photos of Wilma autographing her new cookbook, “Cooking with Love & Memories” for some of the fans at the NQC.

Surprise in the back yard

While sitting on the back deck, we looked up and saw this huge balloon landing in the field behind us.

Dottie Rambo killed in bus accident

Dottie Rambo and Shawn Shannon

We were very sad to learn that Dottie Rambo had been killed in a bus accident and that other people on the bus were injured.

We were blessed to have recorded a few of Dottie's songs down through the years and we count it a great honor that we knew her.  She always had a word of encouragement for everyone she met;  she was a great soldier in the army for the Lord.  Her testimony she has left behind speaks for itself.  Her songs will live on and on and what a great gift she has given to the world to enjoy.

She was a great friend and we are going to miss her dearly. "Our loss is Heaven's gain".

Please remember her family as they grieve her loss.  Pray for the one's that were injured in the accident and their families.

Shannons featured in SGN SCOOPS Magazine 

The Shannons were featured in the July 2007 issue of the SGN Scoops.  Click on the links below to view the article.

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Wilma featured in the Star Press Newspaper

Wilma had another recipe published in the Star Press, and other newspapers around the country last week.  Her original Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe has been a favorite with people, especially during these cold wintry months. Click on her link for the recipe. She also had several recipes published in three different national cooking magazines during the holidays. Hope you picked one up.

Fried Ice Cream

Blueberry  Salad

Wilma featured in the Holiday Edition of the Star Press Newspaper

Wilma was asked by the Star Press to demonstrate some of her Holiday recipes.  They came and took pictures of her making some of the dishes at home.  The Star Press featured 5 of her recipes from her cook book - A Taste of Home Volume IV.  Response has been over whelming.

Below, Wilma is seen fixing her famous Sweet Potato Casserole. You can see a few samples by clicking on Wilma's Recipes web page.  You can also order the cook book from our Products web page or from some selected book stores.

Shannons New CD reviewed by SGN Scoops Magazine

The SGN Scoops reviewed our CD "From The Heart" in the September issue.  Below is the review of the CD.

Project: From The Heart 

Artist: The Shannons

Label: Cedar Hill

Producer: Eddie Crook

Style: Country Gospel

While you are listening to this group you can tell they enjoy singing about the Lord. 

You will enjoy all 11 songs, but my top 3 would be: Trading My Cross For A Crown,

He Saw It All, and Way Down Deep.  If you like Country Gospel, this project is one you will want to pick up.

 - SGN Scoops

Wilma speaks at Heart breakfast

Wilma recently was asked to give a speech at a breakfast hosted by the American Heart Association about heart disease survivors.  Several Businesses were represented including the new athletic director for Ball State University, Tom Collins.

Heart Disease is the No. 1 Killer of women over 25.  Cardiovascular diseases kills nearly 500,000  women each year.  One in five women in the US have cardiovascular disease.  More than half of those will die suddenly with no previous symptoms.  

Men are generally considered the main sufferers of heart disease, but studies have shown recently that two women to every man will die of heart disease.  This is a serious business for women.  Women need to get educated about their hearts.  This is not a man's disease anymore. 

The Go Red for women is the American Heart Association's national campaign to raise awareness about women's No. 1 killer, Heart Disease.  You can call 1-888-MY-HEART to receive a free red dress pin and brochures or click on the above link.  You can also contact Wilma for literature by emailing her at shannons@theshannons.com.  We will also have literature at our concerts.  

Wilma is asking all women to take control of their lives.  

Shannons featured in the Muncie Star Press

The Muncie newspaper, The Star Press, ran a page feature on our ministry. The article was written by John Carlson.  John came out to our home during one of our practice session.  Here is the article that ran in the paper. 

Their Faith in a Song

New Publishing Company

We are happy to announce we have established our own publishing company.   The company title is "Shannon Star Publishing".