The Levitate Music & Arts Festival will feature Alanis Morissette, Caamp, Ziggy Marley and more, combining music, art, and eco-friendly community activities on July 18-19.

New Orleans and Baton Rouge prepare for Mardi Gras with scheduled parades and parties, observing updated regulations on spectator items and krewes' throwables for safety.

Mickey Rourke faces eviction for unpaid rent and has approved a GoFundMe to aid his financial struggles, raising significant funds towards a $100,000 goal.

Moore, Oklahoma prepares for a Senior Sweetheart Dance for those aged 55+ with music, dancing, snacks, and door prizes, set for February 13, 2026, for a $5.00 entry fee.

Four guests at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas hit jackpots around the New Year, with winnings ranging from $12,026 to $27,260, all being members of the casino's rewards program.

Councilwoman Dee Dunn invites young singers to join the MLK Community Youth & Young Adult Choir ahead of the 42nd Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Ceremony.

Tiger Woods‑backed PopStroke is building a larger Cedar Park venue slated for 2026, with expanded courses, family play areas and on‑site dining. State filings list the project as a 13,000‑sq‑ft, $5.8M build.

White Settlement Community Services offers a free screening of "Lilo & Stitch" in the Library's Storytime Room on January 17, with snacks allowed in that area.

Litchfield Park is running a Christmas tree recycling program, where residents can drop off natural trees for conversion into mulch or erosion control. The drop-off point is at Jackie Robinson Ballfield until January 9, 2026.

A 7,000‑sq‑ft sports‑bar and indoor mini‑golf concept is headed to Buda’s Sunfield, promising simulators, a food‑truck pad and a live‑music patio for families. Targeted opening: November 1.

A $5 progressive bet at Hard Rock Sacramento paid $290,112 after a royal flush on the flop, the casino and local media say.

Huntersville hosts a cultural event on Feb 6 for Black History Month, featuring live performances and readings.

Austin residents participated in the Polar Bear Plunge at Barton Springs Pool to celebrate the New Year and express hope for the springs' future amid low flows.