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Lonestar welcomed Jo Dee to the 2008 Lonestar and Friends Strike Out for the Kids event at Hermitage Lanes in Hermitage, TN just outside Nashville. The event kicks of CMA Music Fest week and raises money and awareness for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Three fans got a chance to chat and bowl a game with Jo Dee. Jo Dee also had a chance to hang out with friends like Trace Adkins, Dean Sams of Lonestar, Danielle Peck, and more. Take a look at a few shots from the event!

Known for her fiery red hair, powerful voice and the spunky attitude that’s apparent in many of her songs, Jo Dee Messina comes across as one tough cookie (albeit a tough cookie with a big smile on her face). It’s not surprising to hear she has the determination and drive to be a successful marathon runner, or the work ethic to tour regularly and also travel the country as a spokesperson for the Special Olympics. But what might surprise some people is what a softie Messina is when it comes to two little (furry) things: Her dogs.

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