3+ hour, 41+ min ago  (559+ words) More activities have been added to the 2026 South Arkansas Juneteenth Festival, stretching the event across three days. Originally scheduled to begin Friday, activities for SAJF will kick off Wednesday with a community cleanup, organizers announced. The SAJF is presented by…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (846+ words) WASHINGTON -- In 1976's " Rocky," heavyweight champion Apollo Creed arrives for the title fight dressed as George Washington, reenacting the crossing of the Delaware as models costumed as the Statue of Liberty lead the way. After entering the ring, Apollo switches…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (989+ words) Drummers in the area will have the opportunity to go head-to-head for prizes and bragging rights during the Juneteenth-themed Battle of the Drummers, which is set for 5 - 9 p. m. on June 19 at the TAC House, 1101 N. West Ave. Presented by the Literacy Coalition…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (803+ words) TUCSON, Ariz. -- Carol Ross can't stop smiling at dance practice as she shouts out the steps of a routine to members of her tap and jazz troupe for women age 50 and older. "I've been dancing my whole life, it's the…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (770+ words) The day that blues and Southern Soul fans in the region have been waiting six weeks for has finally arrived. After a couple of fits and starts, all systems are raring to go for the 25th anniversary celebration of Soul Fest,…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (253+ words) Throughout the summer, campers will have the opportunity to explore a variety of artistic mediums, movement, and storytelling in a welcoming and supportive environment. Through hands-on projects, collaborative experiences, and instruction from talented local artists and instructors, students will discover…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (109+ words) Guitarist 'Sister' Rosetta Tharpe's merging of gospel, blues influenced Elvis, Clapton, Cash El Dorado News-Times 50 for 250: Rosetta Tharpe Guitarist 'Sister' Rosetta Tharpe's merging of gospel, blues influenced Elvis, Clapton, Cash EDITOR'S NOTE: The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will run daily articles recognizing…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (320+ words) The South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) and the South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (SASO) are pleased to announce that the Symphony will officially become part of SAAC beginning in July 2026, coinciding with the launch of the orchestra's landmark 70th season. The transition…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (638+ words) Blues and Southern soul fans who plan to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Soul Fest have two more days to take advantage of early-bird ticket prices. Having been rescheduled twice over the past few weeks due to inclement weather, the outdoor,…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (467+ words) Broadcaster Jim Nantz handled emcee duties, and country star Eric Church sat in the front row of a news conference that was more a celebration of landing the biggest event in Tennessee sports history. NFL owners voted unanimously Tuesday to…...