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St. Petersburg lights up with a splash of color this June, as local artists showcase their queer creativity across town. At the City Theatre lobby, a show called “Royal Tea” invites visitors to see art that blends royalty themes with LGBTQ+ identity. The curator, Rachel Covello, mixes ideas of dr

New Stage by the Water: Long Beach Opens Amphitheater

Long Beach is about to welcome music lovers with a brand‑new outdoor amphitheater on its downtown waterfront. The venue, which can hold up to 11, 000 people, sits close to the historic Queen Mary ship and will offer a mix of seating options, food trucks, and easy public transport. City leaders say t

environment

Forests Fading: Why Trees Keep Disappearing in Anne Arundel County

Back in 1609, when English settlers first arrived, the Chesapeake Bay area was almost entirely covered in forests. Over time, trees were cut down for farms and buildings, especially for growing tobacco. By the late 1800s, farming slowed down in some areas, letting forests grow back. But by 1950, ano

business

Summerville explores a new plan to mix drinks with downtown walks

Summerville’s leaders want to turn part of the historic downtown into a spot where adults 21 and older can carry open alcoholic drinks outdoors. The idea is to help local shops and cafés by giving visitors more reasons to wander the sidewalks. Similar zones exist in other cities, and the town hopes

Florence, Alabama: A Small Town with a Big Sound

"Florence, Alabama, a place where the population is about half of what you’d see at a major Taylor Swift stadium show, still earned a spot on Garden & Gun’s new list of the South’s best music towns. The magazine highlighted other southern gems such as St. Augustine, Florida; Macon, Georgia; Bristol,

politics

Mayor Bass Builds a Surprise Alliance to Secure Runoff Spot

In a surprising turn of events, the current mayor managed to gather an unlikely mix of supporters that pushed her into the November runoff race. The coalition included workers’ unions, business leaders, the local Democratic Party, and groups advocating for immigrant rights. Even though these f

art

Art Journey to the French Riviera: A New Cleveland Adventure

The Cleveland Museum of Art has partnered with London’s Royal Academy to bring a fresh look at how the French Riviera inspired world‑class artists. The show, called “Painting the French Riviera, ” will first open at the Royal Academy on October 2 and stay there until January 31, 2027. After that, th

Weekend Fun in Anchorage: A Fresh Look at Free Events

Anchorage has a busy weekend ahead, but many activities are free or low cost. Start the week with Live After Five on F Street; Denali Cooks will play at sunset, and the space feels like a block party. The venue has shifted from Town Square Park to a street corner, giving it a new vibe. On Thursday

Weekend Fun in Cleveland: Music, Pride, Soccer and More

Cleveland wakes up to a fresh mix of music shows, sports games and community celebrations that promise something for everyone. Start the weekend by marching through downtown with Pride in CLE, where people gather to celebrate love and diversity. The event kicks off at 11 a. m. , then turns into a

Weekend Fun in Little Rock