Milton to bring back free "Bands on the Blackwater" concert series this fall

The City of Milton is bringing back its free Bands on the Blackwater concert series this fall. Live music will be featured along the Blackwater River every Friday night from September 4 through October 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. The lineup includes Vinyl Revival, Box of Rox, Hired Guns, Midlife Crisis L.A., Symphonic Thunder, Bone Dry Band, Blackwater Country and The Modern Elderados. Concertgoers can bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy live music, food vendors and the downtown riverfront. On September 11, a special 9/11 remembrance will begin at 6:45 p.m.

Former Century Mayor honored at this week's council meeting

The Town of Century is remembering former Mayor and Councilman Luis Gomez Jr., who died recently at the age of 64. The town honored Gomez during Tuesday night’s council meeting. He first joined the Century Town Council in 2017 and became interim mayor in 2023 following the resignation of Ben Boutwell. Gomez was later elected mayor without opposition in a special election and again in 2024. Council President Dynette Lewis praised Gomez’s passion for Century, while Councilman John Bass recalled that even when Gomez was feeling ill, he remained focused on the town and its progress.

Actor Tim Curry Dead At 80

Actor Tim Curry is dead at the age of 80. Curry is best known for his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." TMZ reports Curry had been dealing with health issues for years and passed away Tuesday night. He's also known for his role as Pennywise in 1990's "It" and as the hotel clerk Mr. Hector in "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York."

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