Director, actor, and entertainer Randall Franks of Ringgold directed portions of the International Bluegrass Music Awards in Raleigh, NC last Thursday, including the Distinguished Achievement and Special Awards.
Among the Distinguished Achievement honorees included were Chattanooga's Fletcher Bright and North Georgia's Norman Blake and Louisa Branscomb.
"It is a privilege to play a part in honoring those who have made such a tremendous contribution to our music and industry," Mr. Franks said.