MS SC560

Recognizes Charles Allen "Charlie" Waller from Waynesboro, Mississippi for his contributions to Southern Gospel Music on the occasion of the Florida Boys' 65th Anniversary

Honors Waller's career as a concert promoter and producer, including founding the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion (now in its 25th year) and being the inspiration for Bill Gaither's homecoming videos

Acknowledges Waller's induction into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 2009 and his current service as Executive Director of the Southern Gospel Music Association

Notes Waller's role as lead singer with the Florida Boys (since 2007) and his support of adult literacy programs in Mississippi through benefit concerts in Laurel

Directs the resolution be presented to Waller, the Florida Boys, the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Museum at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and the Mississippi Arts Commission