On the news today, Carrie Underwood (22) was crowned the American Idol. As always Mary Morningstar, the Border Crossings director, was there and gave us some interesting information about the big day on the today show. She just arrived 10 minutes before the show ends, a long trip from Los Angeles. So congratulations to Carrie Underwood! Of course you can get more information about Carrie on Mary's show "Country Hits USA" which is aired on Fridays.

Also today Country music recording artist Garth Brooks proposed to country singer Trisha Yearwood in front of about 7000 fans at the unveiling ceremony for the 'Legends of Bronze,' honoring the 10 biggest country music artists, at Buck Owen's Crystal Palace in Bakersfield. They have had five previous marriages between them. This will be Brooks’ second and Yearwood’s third. It is not yet known when and where the wedding ceremony will be held, but one thing we know for sure is that Judy Massa will be among the guests! With Judy prepering for his own son's wedding ceremony, it seems that some wonderful days are waiting for her. All the bests to you Judy!