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Oprah Winfrey backstage at the 75th Annual Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
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Golden Globes

Read the full transcript of Oprah Winfrey's speech that fired up the Golden Globes and see who won what

Oprah Winfrey won the Cecil B. DeMille Award at Sunday's Golden Globes, making history as the first black female recipient. Her fiery acceptance speech will no doubt go down in history too, igniting speculation that maybe she has political aspirations.

Jan 7, 2018 at 10:53 PM
Natalie Morales arrives at the 75th Annual Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Laura Marano arrives at the 75th Annual Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Giuliana Rancic arrives at the 75th Annual Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times/TNS) Carly Steel arrives at the 75th Annual Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (Jay L. Clendenin/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
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GALLERY: Golden Globe Awards

Celebrities arrive at the 75th Golden Globes on Sunday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Updated Jan 7, 2018 at 7:47 PM
THE VOICE -- "Live Finale" Episode 1321B -- Pictured: (l-r) Billy Idol, Chloe Kohanski -- (Photo by: Tyler Golden/NBC)
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The Voice

Chloe Kohanski is 'The Voice'

After a season of singing in hopes to win the hearts of viewers everywhere, “The Voice” contestant and Mt. Juliet native Chloe Kohanski won the grand prize of a recording contract.

Dec 19, 2017 at 10:10 PM
Country music star Blake Shelton sings ‘You Got It’ with Mt. Juliet native Chloe Kohanski on the final performance episode of ‘The Voice’ on Monday evening. Kohanski hopes to win the grand prize of a recording contract as season 13 of the NBC show draws to a close Tuesday. She also sang an original and a cover during Monday’s episode.
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The Voice

Kohanski wraps up final performance round on 'The Voice'

Kohanski’s original, “Wish I Didn’t Love You,” featured what her coach Blake Shelton called a “haunting melody” and captured the essence of her sad girl persona with her unique raspy vocals and theme of falling out of love.

Dec 18, 2017 at 10:23 PM
Semifinalists prepare to hear the results of the audience vote. Pictured from left to right are Chloe Kohanski, Keisha Renee, Red Marlow, Davon Fleming, Noah Mac, Brooke Simpson, Adam Cunningham, Addison Agen and show host Carson Daly.
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Kohanski makes it to ‘Voice’ finals

Kohanski’s cover of “I Want To Know What Love Is” made it to the top slot on the iTunes charts, making this her second time during the 13th season of “The Voice” to  climb to the premier spot. Show host Carson Daly announced Kohanski’s spot among the top four artists Tuesday evening.

Dec 12, 2017 at 9:12 PM
Noah Mac and Chloe Kohanski sing a duet of ‘Wicked Games’ for Monday’s live performance of ‘The Voice’ semifinals.
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‘Voice’ semifinals pairs Chloe Kohanski with Noah Mac

Kohanski said the duet performance was meant to be as much of a visual experience as an auditory one. Red lights lit up the stage with Kohanski’s red dress and Mac’s familiar striped shirt as the duo brought cheers from the audience.

Dec 11, 2017 at 10:58 PM
THE VOICE -- "Live Top 10" Episode 1319A -- Pictured: Chloe Kohanski -- (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)
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Kohanski shares her inspiration on ‘The Voice’

After her song ranked No. 1 on the iTunes charts last week, Mt. Juliet native Chloe Kohanski sang once again for audience votes to keep her spot on NBC’s “The Voice.”

Dec 4, 2017 at 10:42 PM
THE VOICE -- "Live Top 11" Episode 1318A -- Pictured: Chloe Kohanski -- (Photo by: Tyler Golden/NBC)
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Kohanski ranks No. 1 on ‘The Voice’ iTunes charts

After she graduated from Donelson Christian Academy in 2012, she spent a year at Cumberland University in Lebanon with a double major in English and music before she dropped out to focus on her music. While playing in a local band, Kohanski worked at Billy Goat coffee shop in Mt. Juliet, Starbucks in Mt. Juliet and Starbucks in Lebanon.

Nov 29, 2017 at 9:44 PM
THE VOICE -- "Live Top 11" Episode 1318A -- Pictured: Chloe Kohanski -- (Photo by: Tyler Golden/NBC)
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The Voice

Kohanski performs in top 11 on ‘The Voice’

Kohanski chose the song ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ by Bonnie Tyler for her song, which was chosen by fans.

Nov 27, 2017 at 9:49 PM
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Kohanski sings for audience votes

As the live performance rounds of ‘The Voice’ commence, the fate of the competitors rests in the hands of the audience, which means anyone wishing for Chloe to win should vote for her. Participants can cast up to ten votes on nbc.com, buy Kohanski’s song on iTunes, stream the song on Apple Music ten times for one vote, and download the app for ‘The Voice’ to vote.

Nov 20, 2017 at 10:38 PM
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The Voice

Kohanski pushes through ‘Voice’ playoffs

Mt. Juliet native Chloe Kohanski made the top three of Team Blake during Monday night’s airing of NBC’s ‘The Voice,’ securing her a spot in the live performance portion of the show.

Nov 13, 2017 at 10:24 PM
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Chloe Kohanski switches teams on ‘The Voice’

Kohanski sang ‘Landslide’ by Stevie Nicks as she competed against her Team Miley teammate Ashland Craft, who sang ‘Wanted Dead or Alive’ by Bon Jovi. Their team’s coach, Miley Cyrus, chose Croft over Kohanski to stay on the show. Both Jennifer Hudson and Blake Shelton pushed their buzzer to steal Kohanski after Cyrus announced she picked Croft.

Oct 30, 2017 at 9:39 PM
J.R. Jones is a producer and songwriter in Nashville. His television show recently partnered with New Century Productions at the Mill in Lebanon.
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J. Raleigh Jones Show comes to Mill in Lebanon

The J. Raleigh Jones Show moved to the Mill in June. Jones said he sought out some help with editing, since he does most of that himself, and found John Townley, the owner of New Century Productions.

Updated Oct 21, 2017 at 8:00 AM
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Hambrick to appear on Huckabee talk show

Mt. Juliet police Chief James Hambrick will appear on the “Huckabee Show” this weekend to discuss police and racial relations in America.

Oct 11, 2017 at 1:44 PM
Coles Ferry Elementary School teacher Katie Kirby shares a smile during her appearance on Wheel of Fortune, which aired Wednesday night. Kirby won $59,150 in cash and prizes, which included a Mazda CX-5.
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Lebanon teacher wins big on Wheel of Fortune

A Lebanon teacher waited five years to make her appearance on Wheel of Fortune and the wait paid off in a major way as she racked up nearly $60,000 in winnings.

Sep 28, 2017 at 1:57 PM
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