Author: Alyse Tatum
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Austin and Pflugerville Community Organizations to Host Emergency Town Hall Following Recent Violence
Community leaders and advocacy organizations across Austin and Pflugerville are coming together Thursday evening, May 7, 2026, for an emergency town hall focused on addressing recent acts of violence impacting Central Texas neighborhoods. The community gathering, organized in partnership with 10,000 Fearless Austin, Austin Justice Coalition, Tomorrow’s Promise Foundation, and several additional local organizations, will…
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ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2026 Reveals Star-Studded Night-by-Night Lineup
The countdown to the 2026 ESSENCE Festival of Culture is officially on. Organizers have unveiled the highly anticipated night-by-night concert lineup for this year’s festival, bringing a mix of legendary icons, Grammy-winning artists, and rising stars to Caesars Superdome from July 3 through July 5 in New Orleans. With returning favorites, major festival debuts, and…
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Huston-Tillotson Softball and Baseball Head to Postseason, Marking a Defining Moment for Rams Athletics
A major moment is unfolding for Huston-Tillotson University athletics as both the baseball and softball programs head into the postseason, signaling a powerful era of growth, resilience, and competitive momentum. In their first season competing in the HBCU Athletic Conference, the Rams are making an immediate impact across multiple sports, with both teams earning spots…
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Gary Clark Jr. Joins Austin Blues Festival 2026 Lineup at Moody Amphitheater
The Austin Blues Festival is turning up the volume for its 2026 return with a major hometown addition. Grammy Award-winning artist Gary Clark Jr. is officially joining Jimmie Vaughan & Friends as part of the festival’s headlining performance on Saturday, April 25, bringing even more star power to one of Austin’s most anticipated music weekends.…
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A Solo Trip to Boone: Wineries, Brews, and Mountain Views
“Hey y’all, it’s Alyse Nicole, and today I am in Boone, North Carolina.” That is how my trip started, creating an intro for my YouTube video, and it set the tone for everything that followed, as I fully immersed myself in the Heart of the High Country over the next few days. I was in…
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ABC Kite Fest Returns to Zilker Park with Family-Friendly Fun on April 11
Spring in Austin means one thing: kites filling the sky over Zilker Park. The beloved ABC Kite Fest is back on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., bringing with it a full day of free, family-friendly programming and community celebration. As one of the largest and longest-running kite festivals in the…
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Madison Booker Named Wooden Award Finalist After Record-Breaking Season
University of Texas women’s basketball star Madison Booker has been named one of five finalists for the prestigious John R. Wooden Award, recognizing the most outstanding women’s college basketball player in the United States. The announcement, made by the Los Angeles Athletic Club, also includes Booker among this year’s Wooden All-Americans, marking her second consecutive…
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Vin Zeal Brings Soulful Energy to the Stage at SXSW 2026
The South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival is one of the best events for audiences to find their “new” favorite artists. Among the performers to watch this year is rising singer-songwriter Vin Zeal, whose blend of pop, soul, and alternative R&B is beginning to capture attention. For Vin Zeal, performing at SXSW represents a meaningful…
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7 BIPOC & AAPI Events and Showcases to Experience at SXSW 2026
From cross‑cultural music showcases to film community meetups and cultural houses, SXSW’s ecosystem each year includes a vibrant mix of official events and independent activations. Below are six experiences worth checking out during SXSW 2026 — from live music to community connections. 1. Taiwan Beats The Taiwan Beats Showcase and Day Party is one of…
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Pierce Washington Talks SXSW, His New Album Budrow, and the Power of Faith in Music
At this year’s South by Southwest, artist Pierce Washington is returning with a deeper sense of purpose and a growing platform. While many performers see SXSW as a breakthrough opportunity, for Washington it represents something a little different: evolution. This year marks his third time performing at the internationally recognized music festival, and he says…