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Josh Turner Surprised With ‘Order Of The Palmetto’ Award In South Carolina

Author Lauren Hoffman
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 11: Josh Turner performs on stage during day four of CMA Fest 2023 at Nissan Stadium on June 11, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

Josh Turner is now the newest recipient of the Order Of The Palmetto Award in South Carolina. The country singer was recently playing a fundraising event at the Senate’s End in Columbia when he was surprised with the honor.

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The Order of the Palmettos was established in 1971 and is the highest civilian honor in the state of South Carolina. According to governor.sc.gov, “The Order of the Palmetto recognizes individuals who have selflessly given of their time, resources and goodwill through a variety of different causes and pursuits to the benefit of their neighbors, fellow citizens and the fabric and prosperity of South Carolina.”

“This has been a month of cool surprises for me.  I was playing a fundraising event in Columbia, SC last week for @soundbites_foundation, when I was surprised with the Order Of The Palmetto award.  As a proud South Carolinian this means so much to me.  I never expected this, but am beyond honored to be the recipient of it,” Turner posted on Instagram.

He continued, “I also wanted to thank Governor McMaster for being there.  He mentioned he likes to include song lyrics in his speeches from time to time and was trying to find a way to use “baby lock the door and turn the lights down low.” @govhenrymcmaster, when you do please make sure you send me the video!”

Turner, a MCA Nashville recording artist, is fresh off the release of his Greatest Hits album. The collection features 11 songs from his seven albums released to date, including his No. 1 hits, “Your Man,” “Would You Go With Me,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “All Over Me,” and “Hometown Girl.”

Earlier this month, the country hitmaker wrapped up his ‘Long Black Train 20th Anniversary Tour.” Turner will return to the road in 2024 starting January 17 in Beaver Creek, Colorado.

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2024 Country Music Festivals Scheduled Across The U.S.

  • Tortuga Music Festival - Fort Lauderdale, Florida (April 5-7, 2024)

    Tortuga Music Festival will return to Fort Lauderdale Beach from April 5-7, 2024, with headliners Lainey Wilson, Hardy, and Jason Aldean. The three-day, multi-stage music festival originally launched in 2013 bringing some of the biggest names in country music right to the beach.

  • Stagecoach Festival - Indio, California (April 26-28, 2024)

    The Stagecoach Festival has become one of the biggest country festivals and tourist attractions across the United States. Although it is already sold out for 2024, fans can join a waitlist to purchase tickets. The three-day festival hosted in Indio, California will welcome Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, and Morgan Wallen as headliners next year.

  • CMA Fest - Nashville, Tennessee (June 6-9, 2024)

    The CMA Fest is a four-day country music festival held in Nashville, Tennessee. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Fans from across the United States and even all over the world head to Music City for nonstop days filled with country music. The 2024 CMA Fest lineup will be announced closer to the festival dates, however, passes are now on sale.

  • Carolina Country Music Fest - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (June 6-9, 2024)

    Yes, Carolina Country Music Fest is sadly sold out already, however, you can join the waitlist now for tickets. We highly suggest doing so as the 2024 lineup includes headliners Morgan Wallen, Carrie Underwood, Parker McCollum, Old Dominion, Lady A, and more.

  • Barefoot Country Music Fest - Wildwood, New Jersey (June 20-23, 2024)

    If you’re looking for a beach vacation next summer, then look no further than Wildwood, New Jersey. The Barefoot Country Music Fest will return with headliners Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Kane Brown, and Old Dominion in 2024.

  • Country Fest - Cadott, Wisconsin (June 27-29, 2024)

    Country Fest was founded over 30 years ago and has become the largest three-day Country Music Fest and camping event in the United States. The festival will welcome headliners Eric Church, Keith Urban, and Jake Owen. Country Fest, which was previously nominated for Festival of the Year at the ACM Awards, will return to Cadott, Wisconsin June 27-29, 2024.

  • Country Jam USA - Eau Claire, Wisonsin (July 18-20, 2024)

    Country Jam USA will welcome Hardy, Brothers Osborne, Thomas Rhett, Ernest, Shane Smith & The Saints, and many more to Eay Claire, Wisconsin in 2024. The three-day annual country music festival first launched in 1990, making it one of the longest-running country festivals.

  • Rock The South - Cullman, Alabama (July 18-20, 2024)

    Are you ready to Rock The South with some of the biggest names in country music? Rock The South is returning to Cullman, Alabama July 18-20, 2024 with headliners Eric Church, Hardy, and Jelly Roll. The three-day festival offers a VIP experience, Honky Tonk Hideaway, and much more.

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