ARRINGTON, Tenn. (WTVF) — In the midst of CMA Fest, we have a very different country music story. It's still about a big name in music, but it's also about how a friendship is aiming to help others change their lives for the better.

Getting ready to speak at an event at Arrington Vineyards Thursday night felt great for singer/songwriter Briana Calhoun. Surreal? No, that's not the right word for it.

"Six years ago, I was given a vision," she said. "I was on a stage in front of a lot of people. I was holding a microphone. It was very clear. It was not a dream. This is not a surreal day to me. This is my purpose."

Years ago, Briana said life was looking very dark. After possession charges she served a year and a half in a prison.

"I was a junkie before I got locked up," she said. "If you'

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