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Brick Lane Beats Festival Brings Music Art and Community Spirit to Maple Grove

Friday, April 3 by Lauren McKinzie

The Brick Lane Beats Music and Arts Festival concluded its ninth annual celebration this weekend, drawing crowds with live performances, art displays, and family-friendly activities in Maple Grove. The historic district of Downtown Maple Grove resonated with music as local bands, visual artists, and community... Read More.

Gulf Coast Marine Center Marks Largest Sea Turtle Release of the Year

Thursday, April 2 by Lauren McKinzie

The Gulf Coast Marine Center (GCMC) released 28 cold-stunned Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles into the Gulf on Wednesday afternoon, marking its largest sea turtle release of the year. The marine center had received 40 endangered turtles at the close of 2025. More than half have... Read More.

New Restaurants and Community Spaces Fuel Madison’s Exciting Growth

Wednesday, April 1 by Lauren McKinzie

Despite recent closures, such as Southern Smokehouse, the city of Madison is forging ahead with a surge of new developments, signaling continued growth for the area. Multiple projects are currently underway, with three notable additions—The Roasted Oak, The Bluebell, and Platform 1867—slated to open in... Read More.

Central State Sweeps Southern Tech With Dominant Series Performance

Tuesday, March 31 by Lauren McKinzie

No. 6 Central State delivered a resounding statement in conference play over the weekend, sweeping No. 18 Southern Tech in a three-game series at Cooper Field. Central State showcased late-inning composure on Friday and unleashed an offensive barrage over the remainder of the series. The... Read More.

Southern Coastal Crawfish Classic Dog Shows Return with High-Speed Canine Competitions

Monday, March 30 by Lauren McKinzie

Canine competitors and their owners gathered at the Bayview County Exposition Center Sunday morning as the annual Southern Coastal Crawfish Classic Dog Shows made their much-anticipated return, attracting participants from across the area. Among the standout attractions was the Fast CAT event, a high-energy competition... Read More.

Local Artists Shine at River City Food and Wine Festival with Quilts and Creative Installations

Friday, March 27 by Lauren McKinzie

This weekend, the River City Food and Wine Festival opens at the Central Art Museum, spotlighting the talent of local artists and creators. Among the festival’s featured exhibitions is a collection of intricate quilts by self-taught artist Marjorie Lane. Lane’s display, the culmination of five... Read More.

Community Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day with Friendship and Inclusion

Thursday, March 26 by Lauren McKinzie

Families from across the region gathered at the Magnolia State Down Syndrome Association’s Friendship Center on Saturday for an afternoon filled with dancing, singing, games, and community in honor of World Down Syndrome Day. World Down Syndrome Day is marked annually on March 21 to... Read More.

Magnolia Makers Festival Unites Artisans and Community in Downtown Ridgefield

Wednesday, March 25 by Lauren McKinzie

The annual Magnolia Makers arts and crafts festival, hosted by Pine Grove Trading Co., brought together artisans from across the state for a day of creativity and community. Approximately 60 vendors assembled on March 21, transforming downtown Ridgefield into a vibrant showcase for both... Read More.

Through the Lens of Ethan Price A Journey into Kenya’s Untold Stories at Riverbend Gallery

Tuesday, March 24 by Lauren McKinzie

The old adage “a picture is worth a thousand words” finds new meaning in the work of documentary photographer Ethan Price, whose evocative images are now on display in the Heartland State. “A camera is a passport to explore passions for expression; it’s also part... Read More.

Market Pulse Triumphs at 113th Magnolia Derby as International Crowd Flocks to Crescent Downs

Monday, March 23 by Lauren McKinzie

Nearly 8,000 horse racing enthusiasts from around the globe, including attendees from as far as Qatar, gathered at the 113th running of the Magnolia Derby at Crescent Downs on Saturday, where a $1 million purse was up for grabs. Spanish jockey Luis Ortega piloted Market... Read More.

Author: Lauren McKinzie

Brick Lane Beats Festival Brings Music Art and Community Spirit to Maple Grove

Gulf Coast Marine Center Marks Largest Sea Turtle Release of the Year

New Restaurants and Community Spaces Fuel Madison’s Exciting Growth

Central State Sweeps Southern Tech With Dominant Series Performance

Southern Coastal Crawfish Classic Dog Shows Return with High-Speed Canine Competitions

Local Artists Shine at River City Food and Wine Festival with Quilts and Creative Installations

Community Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day with Friendship and Inclusion

Magnolia Makers Festival Unites Artisans and Community in Downtown Ridgefield

Through the Lens of Ethan Price A Journey into Kenya’s Untold Stories at Riverbend Gallery

Market Pulse Triumphs at 113th Magnolia Derby as International Crowd Flocks to Crescent Downs

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