Chicago Youth and Music Festival celebrated talent despite a federal squash on diversity programs, featuring the Equity Arc Pathways Orchestra and Civic Orchestra.

USU Percussion Ensembles event on April 14 features the USU Large Percussion Ensemble and Caine Percussion Quintet, showcasing a range of challenging pieces. Tickets are available online and at the CCA Box Office.

The Metro Theater on NY's Upper West Side is set to reopen, with a nonprofit securing a $6.9 million purchase, partly funded by Governor Hochul's grant. Renovations require more funds, but there is significant community and celebrity support.

Maricopa's Wild West Music Fest has not only entertained but also boosted the local economy by promoting spending on various services, benefiting businesses and residents.

Little Island announces its fifth season of diverse cultural events, with affordable theater, music, dance, and opera from May to September in New York.

Community leaders attended the 12th Annual Broward Health Ball for charity, contributing to local hospital services, with performances and auctions enriching the event.

Sacramento City Council approved a new Limited Entertainment Permit to enhance local nightlife, making it easier for small venues to offer live entertainment within noise and occupancy regulations.

Eric Church announces three themed concerts at Red Rocks Amphitheatre from July 14-16, with tickets available starting April 7 for fan club members and April 11 for the general public.

Chandler celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War's end with a cultural event, honoring veterans and highlighting the local Vietnamese community.

Mayor Barbara Foushee declares April as Poetry Month in Carrboro, with various poetry events planned, including workshops, open mics, and an Earth Day celebration.

The National Weather Service warns of windy conditions in Oklahoma City, with gusts up to 45 mph, advising to secure loose items and cautioning drivers of high-profile vehicles.

The Lakeside Concert Series in Johnson City is scheduled for Thursdays from May 29 to June 26 at Winged Deer Park, featuring free live music and sponsored by Xfinity.

A $4 million lottery prize from a scratch ticket sold in Woburn, MA, has been claimed by the Pyrrhic Funding Trust, with a $2.6 million lump sum taken home.