Eagle Country 99.3

Lawrenceburg, IN Thunder storm 82°

Search Eagle Country 99.3

Toby Keith Passes Away at 62

Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 9:03 AM

By Travis Thayer @TheTravisThayer

The country music icon had been battling stomach cancer since June 2022.

Toby Keith. Shutterstock photo.

NASHVILLE - The country music world is mourning the death of Toby Keith.

He passed away on Monday at the age of 62 after a battle with stomach cancer.

The Oklahoma native charted 61 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, including 20 number one hits and 22 additional top 10 hits.

His longest-lasting number one hits are “Beer for My Horses” and “As Good as I Once Was” at six weeks each.

Keith was first diagnosed with stomach cancer in June 2022.

More from Local News

Five Local Family Farms Honored with Historic Hoosier Homestead Awards

To receive the award, farms must be owned by the same family for more than 100 consecutive years and consist of more than 20 acres.
Benefit Scheduled for September 5 for Local Girl with Larsen Syndrome

Larsen syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting bone and connective tissue development
Fraternal Order of Eagles Awards Margaret Mary Health Foundation $45,000 Grant

The grant will support cancer care and future health and wellness initiatives at Margaret Mary Health
Flooding Cancels Rest of Kayaking, Live Music Season at Jake's River Landing

There is one exception, the Pickin' & Jammin' event will happen this weekend
Citizen's Advisory Committee Meets Regarding Possible Amendments to Article 19

The article relates to the County Zoning Ordinance on Solar Energy Systems
Brookville Police Officer Resigns Position Amid Domestic Battery Accusation

An initial court appearance was made this week.

Veterans Events & Community Bulletin Board

Crunch Time

Events

Dolly's Summer Tour
Our Dolly Parton stand-up is making her rounds to participating local businesses all summer long! Send in your selfie with Dolly for a chance to win!
Aug 20, 2026
Walking Scavenger Hunt
Walking scavenger hunt for Adults & Kids
Aug 22, 2026
Al-Anon Meeting
Help for Friends and Family of a problem drinker. You know what it is doing to them, do you know what it is doing to you?
Aug 23, 2026 at Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church

Five Local Family Farms Honored with Historic Hoosier Homestead Awards

To receive the award, farms must be owned by the same family for more than 100 consecutive years and consist of more than 20 acres.

Benefit Scheduled for September 5 for Local Girl with Larsen Syndrome

Larsen syndrome is a rare genetic disorder affecting bone and connective tissue development

Fraternal Order of Eagles Awards Margaret Mary Health Foundation $45,000 Grant

The grant will support cancer care and future health and wellness initiatives at Margaret Mary Health

LHS Swimming Announces Partnership with Cincinnati Marlins

The partnership will expand swimming opportunities in the community.

Local Sports Report - August 19, 2026

Soccer, volleyball and cross country results

2026 Team Preview: Lawrenceburg Look to Keep Winning Tradition Alive

The Tigers are chasing Sectional Championship No. 24 this season

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Earl Thomas Conley - Somewhere Between Right and Wrong

Shania Twain Honey, I'm Home 23:48

Jordan Davis and featuring Luke Bryan Buy Dirt 23:45

Thomas Rhett T-Shirt 23:42

Rodney Atkins Cleaning This Gun 23:38