Gary LeVox (born Gary Wayne Vernon , Jr. on July 10, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio) is the lead vocalist in the band Rascal Flatts. Rascal Flatts bandmate Jay DeMarcus is Gary's second cousin. Gary graduated from Olentangy High School in Lewis Center, Ohio in 1988.Gary graduated from College at Ohio St. University. Gary worked at the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation and moved to Nashville in 1997 after many months of prodding and phone calls from cousin Jay. Gary enjoys playing acoustic guitar, although he doesn't do this in the band. His hobbies include hunting and fishing. His first musical performance was at the age of 9 in his church's play. Gary's first job was at a horse farm. His passion was obviously music. Gary has been married to his wife, Tara, since May 15th, 1999. They have two children. This Manual of Style has the simple purpose of making things easy to read by following a consistent format — it is a style guide. ... July 10 is the 191st day (192nd in leap years) of the year in the Gregorian Calendar, with 174 days remaining. ... 1970 (MCMLXX) was a common year starting on Thursday (the link is to a full 1970 calendar). ... Nickname: The Arch City The Discovery City Location in the state of Ohio, USA Coordinates: Country United States State Ohio Counties Franklin, Delaware, and Fairfield  - Mayor Michael B. Coleman (D) Area    - City  212. ... Official language(s) None Capital Columbus Largest city Columbus Largest metro area Cleveland Area  Ranked 34th  - Total 44,825 sq mi (116,096 km²)  - Width 220 miles (355 km)  - Length 220 miles (355 km)  - % water 8. ... Rascal Flatts is an American Country band composed of lead vocalist Gary LeVox (real name: Gary Wayne Vernon, Jr. ... Rascal Flatts is an American Country band composed of lead vocalist Gary LeVox (real name: Gary Wayne Vernon, Jr. ... Jay DeMarcus, born Stanley W. DeMarcus Jr. ... Olentangy High School is a U.S. public high school located in Lewis Center, Ohio, part of the Columbus, Ohio metropolitan area. ...