A stirring new portrait of Country music, Will Thompson’s parodical new single “Checklist” is truly the refreshing dose the genre needs A beloved and soulful genre, Country music has long been known for its relatable lyrics and catchy tunes. However, the Country music world has also been long criticized for being formulaic and repetitive, with ‘most songs on the radio sounding the exact same.’ However, a divergent and disruptive force in the music world aims to undo the cycle. Will Thompson, a talented songwriter, and musician has taken it upon himself to poke fun at the genre’s cliches and buzzwords with the drop of his new single, “Checklist”. Written and composed as a playful song, rife with exciting wordplay and compelling instrumentation, alongside co-writer Ashley Watson, Thompson initially penned “Checklist” as a joke. However, after performing it at the Annual Songwriters Festival in Panama City, Florida, the captivating track was met with an overwhelming audience reaction, convincing the artist that he had something special. Woven seamlessly with a catchy melody and lyrics that will make you laugh out loud, “Checklist” is an ironic, enthralling single which truly has “every word you have to say on a country radio hit.” Swiftly becoming a fan favorite at Thompson’s live shows, “Checklist” embodies Thompson’s passion for music, and displays it as a force beyond parodying the industry’s tropes. Cementing his position as a versatile songwriter who writes in every genre and wants to blur the lines between dynamic sounds, the new single is... Read More

Step One Automotive Group, in partnership with United Way, will give a family in need the gift of mobility with the 2023 Driving Opportunity program. On March 31st, 2023, Step One Automotive Group will announce the winning family on Facebook Live. Step One Automotive Group, a community-involved organization, recognizes the importance of mobility in changing lives. That’s why they created the Driving Opportunity program to provide a reliable vehicle to families in need. The program has received an overwhelming response from families over the years, prompting the organization to partner with United Way agencies and their partner organizations to create a fair selection process. “From day one we have been committed to empowering lives through smarter and easier ways of accessing mobility. Bringing Driving Opportunity to life is the essence of who we are as a company.” – Darra Flanagan, Corporate Event Manager, Step One Automotive Group This year, the Driving Opportunity program has expanded, with two additional United Way agencies added to the list of applicants. This expansion will provide more families with the opportunity to apply and potentially receive the gift of mobility. The program’s success has not only impacted the lives of the winning families but also fostered strong relationships between Step One Automotive Group and the United Way agencies. Step One Automotive Group invites the public to join them on Facebook Live on March 31st, 2023, as they draw the 2023 Driving Opportunity winning family. With the support of United Way and its partner organizations, Step... Read More