Chronicle: "All of us owe Erv Woolsey an enormous debt of gratitude for leading with his convictions and always supporting artists and new talent," says Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum CEO Kyle Young. As reported earlier today via Breaking News, veteran artist manager Woolsey, CEO/Founder of the Nashville-based Erv Woolsey Company, died today (3/20) in Clearwater, FL at the age of 80 due to complications from surgery. He managed the career of George Strait for 45 years, also managing Lee Ann Womack and Ian Munsick, among many others. Before launching his company, Woolsey worked in the promotion department at Decca Records, and later headed that department in the country division of ABC Records, followed by a run at MCA in the early '80s before launching his company in 1984. He also found success as a songwriter, publisher and bar owner. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Veteran Hampton Roads air personality Dan Reese died March 19 at the age of 68 following a brief cancer battle. He is best know for his time on the air at then Country WKEZ/Yorktown, VA, where he worked from 1983-1988, and AC WWDE/Norfolk, where he worked from 1992-2013. An obituary from WKEZ (now sports WVSP) owner Max Media says, "Dan's impact on his community and listeners will be remembered fondly. His dedication to his craft and his unwavering spirit touched the hearts of many. Details of a memorial service to honor Dan's life will be announced at a later date. In his memory, may we carry forward his legacy of love and compassion."