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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Neighbors helping neighbors: Gordon receives outpouring of support after storm damage
A bad situation seems to have brought out the best in people. Days after an F-1 tornado touched down in Gordon, community donations, clean-up and other support were still flowing in. According to the school district, the Longhorns suffered a near-total loss — football field, track, bleachers, field house, scoreboards, sports equipment, weight room and concession stand, all destroyed. As members of the Gordon baseball team took the field Thursday night for their playoff game against Perrin-Whitt, a special thing took place. Both teams gathered around home plate, as the Pirates presented their adversaries a gift and donation in the ultimate display of humanity and sportsmanship. Garner ISD athletes earlier this week collected monetary donations Wednesday and Thursday to help replace athletic equipment and raised $500 from Longhorn to Longhorn. Student-athletes from Huckabay and Abilene Christian schools came to help clean up the community. Residents of Dublin brought a trailer full of water, Gatorade and snacks. Members of the Tarleton State football team chipped in bagging and removing debris. Strawn ISD extended an invitation for Longhorns to come and take part in their Field Day. Taco Casa staff from Santo and corporate offices provided tacos, burritos, chips and tea. The Texas Rangers Foundation also pitched in, donating hundreds of baseballs, four pitching machines and bats and gloves. Due to extensive water damage to the school building, Gordon ISD Thursday announced that school would close for the remainder of the academic year. "The weight of it all really hit today as the shock started to wear off," according to the district statement. "We're heartbroken for our school and community — but we're also grateful that we still have ways to come together before the year officially ends. We'll be finalizing details for next week soon and will share them with you once they're set. Thanks for being so supportive and understanding as we work through this." The district also noted the athletic facility will require a complete rebuild. An online donation site has been set up at
Time Out
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Cross the Tracks 2025 in Brockwell Park: set times, full lineup, tickets and everything you need to know
After weeks of legal uncertainty, this year's day festivals in Brockwell Park are officially going ahead. Following Wide Awake on Friday (May 23) and Field Day on Saturday (May 24), next up in the south London park is Cross the Tracks. On Sunday (May 25) Cross the Tracks is set to deliver its usual resplendent, groove-tastic display of soul, funk and jazz. This year's lineup is headed up by Londoners Michael Kiwanuka and Ezra Collective. Heading to Cross the Tracks this weekend? Here's your ultimate guide to the 2025 event, from the full set times and remaining ticket availability to the weather forecast. When and where is Cross the Tracks 2025? Cross the Tracks is taking place at south London's Brockwell Park (SE24 9BJ) on Sunday May 25 2025. Timings Doors open at midday, and last entry is 8pm. Music curfew is 10.30pm. What's the full Cross the Tracks 2025 lineup and set times? Here's exactly who's playing at Cross the Tracks 2025 on what stage, and when. Mainline 30pm-1pm – LULU. 30pm-2pm – JGRREY 20pm-3.15pm – Lynda Dawn 45pm-4.45pm – Cymande 15pm-6.15pm – Jordan Rakei 05pm-8.15pm – Ezra Collective 9pm-10.30pm – Michael Kiwanuka Terminal 30pm-1pm – Ellie Harris 30pm-3pm – Thee Sinseers & The Altons 30pm-4.20pm – Skinshape 50pm-5.40pm – Nala Sinephro 10pm-7pm – Bashy 40pm-8.30pm – Baby Rose 9pm-10pm – Free Nationals D-Railed 30pm-1pm – Summer Banton 20pm-1.50pm – Jessy Blakemore 15pm-2.45pm – Nia Smith 10pm-3.40pm – RUBII 05pm-4.45pm – Shaé Universe 10pm-5.50pm – TBP Presents the Soul Cypher with Lizzie Berchie, Ayanna, [KSR] 50pm-6.40pm – The Blues Project: SENSES Block Party 05pm-7.55pm – Bilal 20pm-9pm – Naomi Sharon 30pm-10.30pm – Sinéad Harnett Locomotion 30pm-1pm – Marla Kether 20pm-2pm – Salami Rose Joe Louis 20pm-3.10pm – Fabiana Palladino 40pm-4.30pm – Jaz Karis 5pm-6pm – Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 6pm-8pm – Channel One 8pm-10pm – Gilles Peterson Funk Junction Midday-1pm – Naima Adams (DJ) & Sammseed 1pm-3pm – Alex Rita & Errol 3pm-5pm – Aba Shanti-i 5pm-6pm – Last Nubian feat Achanté The Caboose 05pm-12.40pm – Essence Martins 55pm-1.25pm – Mychelle 45pm-2.20pm – Olympia Vitalis 45pm-3.20pm – daste. 45pm-4.20pm – Allysha Joy 45pm-5.20pm – Moses Yoofee Trio 45pm-6.20pm – Jazzbois 45pm-7.20pm – Dargz 45pm-8.20pm – Tia Gordon 20pm-8.40pm – BexBlu 40pm-9pm – Kaicrewsade 10pm-10pm – Egyptian Lover Heritage Stage 30pm-2pm – Handson Family (DJ set) 2pm-3.15pm – Glade Marie 15pm-4.30pm – The Shejay + Exhibit 69 30pm-6.30pm – Sarah Love b2b Mr Thing 30pm-7pm – Carroll Thompson + Janet Kay live PA 7pm-8pm – IG Culture 8pm-9.30pm – Colin Dale 9pm-10pm – Handson Family (DJ set) Timings are subject to change. How to get to Cross the Tracks festival Festivalgoers are explicitly advised not to drive to the fest, and instead take public transport. The nearest tube is Brixton and the closest train is Herne Hill. Are there any tickets left for Cross the Tracks? Some tickets are still available, with general admission from around £76 and VIP from around £120. You can buy tickets here. What's the weather looking like? While weather over the bank holiday weekend is looking a bit mixed, the good news for Cross the Tracks is that Sunday is looking like the best of the bunch. The Met Office reckons Sunday afternoon onwards will range in temperature from 14C to 19C, with less than a 5 percent chance of rain. It'll be a bit windy. Afterparties The official afterparty is at Bricks in Brixton, with tickets on Resident Advisor on final release for around £14. There is also an unofficial afterparty at Effra Social, which is free entry. The last month or so has seen Brockwell Park's day festivals put in the spotlight, with anti-festival campaigners Protect Brockwell Park on the one side and Lambeth Council and festival promoters Brockwell Live (supported by community group SayYesLambeth) on the other. released a statement saying the events will go ahead.
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Field Day festival issues statement amid as top acts drop out boycott shows
The London music festival Field Day has issued an updated statement clarifying its stance on an Israeli investment firm in the aftermath of multiple acts drop out of the line-up Field Day festival has shared an updated statement about its ties to an investment firm KKR after multiple artists pulled out of this year's festival, citing its holdings in Israel. To date, fifteen artists have withdrawn from this year's line-up, including multiple members of the femme music collective Sisu Crew, Midland, Spray, Roza Terenzi and Regularfantasy. The boycott comes just two weeks after over 200 artists signed an open letter calling on the festival to publicly distance itself from KKR. KKR is a global investment firm with holdings in Israel and is the parent company of Superstruct Entertainment, the promoter of Field Day. In an updated statement shared on May 20 - just five days before the event - Field Day made a hardened stance against KKR, saying its initial statement a few days prior didn't sufficiently explain its position. In its lengthy new statement, Field Day writes: 'We would like to say, clearly and directly, that we stand with the people of Gaza and support the peaceful aims of the Palestinian civil organisations and everyone working tirelessly to give them a voice.' Field Day emphasised that it 'failed' artists and audience members by not addressing the open letter earlier. It restates that partnering with Superstruct secured the festival's future and that it had 'no knowledge or influence' in KKR's investment in Superstruct but added a condemnation of the investment firm. 'We are passionately opposed to KKR's unethical investments in Israel,' says Field Day, adding that it respects the artists that have 'taken a stance' and welcomes the other artists still on the line-up to do the same. The open letter from artists that Field Day is responding to claimed that KKR's investments make it complicit in genocide and 'apartheid regime' and that Field Day is now 'implicated' and has 'an urgent and profound legal and moral obligation to take a clear stand against KKR's complicity'. The letter called on the festival to 'publicly distance itself from KKR' and make its own position clear. The letter was penned by a coalition of DJs, led by femme collective Sisu Crew, and received over 230 signatures from artists including Brian Eno, Jyoty, Ben UFO, Massive Attack's Robert Del Naja. The letter was published on April 29 but artists began to pull out after there was no public response from the festival. More than a week after the letter was published, members of the music collective Sisu Crew announced it would no longer be playing the festival. The collective shared on its Instagram page that it would be withdrawing 'our stage, our line-up, and our labour' from Field Day. The Sisu Crew members who pulled out of this year's line-up include: Malissa, Ariana V, inda flo, Calaida, GUYZ, Jezebelle, ŌKAMI, Chickie, izzy. and Moontalk. Only a few days later, Midland, Roza Terenzi, Spray, Regularfantasy, Voices Radio and Corsica Studios also pulled out of the event. In its initial statement shared on May 15, Field Day opened with an apology for 'taking this long' to respond to the artists' open letter. The festival shared that it had 'no say' when the company was bought by KKR in 2024, but was challenged by many artists and planned attendees. Some ticketholders for the upcoming event are calling on the festival to issue refunds given the reduced line-up. In one comment on the festival's Instagram page, one user wrote: '43 artists to 24 now. This is ridiculous. Ticket holders should be offered refunds, this isn't the festival we originally paid for'. Another wrote: 'Why are we not able to refund our tickets if you're claiming to be close to sell out??? The artists I wanted to see aren't performing anymore - the event is not what it was advertised as.' The festival is set to take place as scheduled in Brockwell Park on May 24, despite a recent High Court ruling put the festival at risk of being shut down. Peggy Gou will headline the festival with more acts 'TBA' according to the official website.
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
All the Brockwell Park music festivals and events still going ahead this month
Despite a recent High Court ruling throwing a wrench in Brockwell Live's planning permissions, the company's Summer Festival Series is set to continue as scheduled, starting from May 23 Brockwell Park 's festival plans were put in jeopardy after a recent High Court ruling. However, Brockwell Live has confirmed that 'no event will be cancelled as a result of the High Court's decision" and that its stacked line-up of summer events will proceed as planned. Brockwell Live's 2025 Summer Festival Series will see back-to-back music festivals and events taking place in Brockwell Park between from the end of May to the beginning of June. The events range from family-friendly favourites like Brockwell Bounce to the massive annual Lambeth Country Show. Wide Awake (May 23) The Summer Series will kick off with Wide Awake, which brands itself as 'an independent festival for music fans looking for something different'. The festival launched in 2021 and is still in its infancy, but is founded by Keith Miller - the booker for London live-music venues MOTH Club and The Shacklewell Arms. The one-day event celebrates independent music and counterculture, and this year's line-up will be headlined by the Irish rap trio, Kneecap, as well as CMAT, English Teacher, Fat Dog, and Peaches. There will be over 45 artists performing at the event across 6 stages, with general admission tickets priced at £69.50. Field Day (May 24) This year Field Day returns to Brockwell Park after retreating to its initial Victoria Park venue for the last three years. Since it launched in 2007, the electronic festival has been known for its impressive line-up of rising star artists and big names acts. But its 2025 event 'marks the beginning of a new chapter'. Will you be attending a festival in Brockwell Park this year? Let us know in the comments. While the festival has faced some controversy with DJs dropping out in the last few weeks, its big headliner is sure to draw major crowds. Leading the line-up is internationally acclaimed DJ Peggy Gou, who is known for her high-energy techno and house beats. Other artists in the line-up include Fatima Yamaha, James Blake and Nicola Bear, with 'more TBA'. Tickets for general admission are priced at £89.50 Cross The Tracks (May 25) Billed as 'the ultimate destination for everything jazz, funk, soul and hip-hop' Cross The Tracks has come to be loved by many South Londoners. In its sixth year, the festival brings together one of its best line-ups to date. Big acts include the Free Nationals, Jordan Rakei, Sinead Harnett, Naomi Sharon and Somewhere Soul, with two Mercury prize -winning headliners in Michael Kiwanuka and Ezra Collective. Tickets are still available with lowest price general admission spots available for £69.50. City Splash (May 26) The bank holiday Monday is reserved for City Splash, which promises to showcase everything from 'Roots and Reggae, Dub and Dancehall, to Jungle, Garage, Afrobeats and Amapiano'. The music and culture fest will be full of great eats as well, partnering with Black Eats LDN to set up a vibrant street food and market. On the music side, the festival will be headlined by Popcaan and feature other artists including Spice, Tarrus Riley, Teejay, Nia Smith and many more. Tickets are still on available with lowest general admission starting at £69.50. Mighty Hoopla (May 31 - June 1) Mighty Hoopla, bills itself as 'the UK's biggest pop festival' and runs across two days. This year, the first day of the festival will be headlined by the iconic Ciara, with planned performances from Jade and and A*Teens. The second day will be headlined by Kesha and features performances from Erika Jayne and Loreen. The lowest price VIP Bolt-On tickets for both days are sold out but you can buy Weekend General Admission tickets from £188 on Stub Hub.
Time Out
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Wide Awake 2025 in Brockwell Park: set times, full lineup, tickets and everything you need to know
London's open air summer festival season is set to make its big return this weekend. Over the late May bank holiday weekend Brockwell Park is set to host four day festivals, with Wide Awake up first. Wide Awake bills itself as London's leading festival for alternative music, and its 2025 lineup is as broad and enticing as ever. Headed up by Belfast rap trio Kneecap, also on the bill at Brockwell are the likes of Time Out cover star CMAT, Mercury Prize-winning indie band English Teacher and riotous dance-punks Fat Dog. Over the bank holiday weekend, Wide Awake is set to be followed by Field Day (on May 24), Cross The Tracks (May 25) and City Splash (May 26). Other Brockwell Live events take place next week, like Brockwell Bounce (May 28) and Mighty Hoopla (May 31 and June 1), while the Lambeth Country Show will be on June 7-8. Excited for this year's indie extravaganza in south London? Here's what you need to know about Wide Awake 2025, from the full lineup and set times to the weather forecast and afterparties. When and where is Wide Awake? This year's Wide Awake will be at Brockwell Park (SE24 9BJ) in south London on Friday May 23 2025. Timings Doors open at midday, though your entry slot may be dictated by the ticket you've bought. If you have an early entry ticket and arrive late, you'll be charged the difference of a full price ticket. Last entry is 8pm, and the music curfew is 10.30pm. What's the full Wide Awake 2025 lineup and set times? Wide Awake Stage 12.30pm-1pm – RIP magic 1.30pm-2pm – Ugly 2.45pm-3.30pm – Mermaid Chunky 4.15pm-5pm – Nadine Shah 5.45pm-6.30pm – English Teacher 7.15pm-8pm – CMAT 9pm-10.30pm – Kneecap Bad Vibes Stage 1pm-1.30pm – Famous 2pm-2.45pm – Donny Benet 3.30pm-4.15pm – Warmduscher 5pm-5.45pm – Mannequin Pussy 6.30pm-7.15pm – Sprints 8pm-8.50pm – Fat Dog 9.20pm-10.15pm – Peaches Daniel Avery Curates Dazed Stage 1pm-1.40pm – Acopia 2.10pm-2.50pm – Sextile 3.20pm-4pm – Chanel Beads 4.15pm-5.15pm – Marie Davidson 5.45pm-6.30pm – Fcukers 6.45pm-7.35pm – Sega Bodega 7.45pm-8.45pm – Cobrah 9.15pm-10.15pm – Daniel Avery Moth Club Stage 1.30pm-2.15pm – Gaye Su Akyol 2.45pm-3.35pm – W.I.T.C.H. 3.55pm-4.40pm – Martin Rev 5.15pm-6pm – bdrmm 6.30pm-7.15pm – Puzzle 7.45pm-8.45pm – Psychedelic Porn Crumpets 9.15pm-10pm – Wine Lips The Grove DIY 1.15pm-1.45pm – 3L3D3P 2.15pm-2.45pm – True Blue 3.15pm-3.45pm – Curtisy 4pm-4.40pm – HiTech 5pm-5.45pm – Getdown Services 6pm-6.50pm – deBasement 7pm-9pm – Optimo B2B Erol Alkan Shacklewell Arms 12.45pm-1.15pm – Yuuf 1.45pm-2.15pm – Hello Mary 2.45pm-3.15pm – Gurriers 3.45pm-4.15pm – Luvcat 4.15pm-4.45pm – Nuha Ruby Ra 4.45pm-5.15pm – Snõõper 5.15pm-5.45pm – Nuha Ruby Ra 5.45pm-6.30pm – Frankie and the Witch Fingers 6.30pm-7pm – Kylie Goes Berghain 7pm-7.45pm – jasmine.4.t 7.45pm-8.45pm – Kylie Goes Berghain 8.45pm-9.30pm – Patriarchy How to get to Wide Awake festival Punters are advised not to drive to the fest, and instead take public transport. The nearest tube is Brixton and the closest train is Herne Hill. Are there any tickets left for Wide Awake 2025? Some tickets are still available, with early (pre-1pm) entry from around £65 and general admission from around £76. You can buy tickets here. What's the weather looking like? The Met Office reckons Friday will be dry with some sunshine, and that temperatures while the festival is on will range from 16C to 18C. It might be a tad windy in the late afternoon. Afterparties There are a few official and unofficial afterparties that will keep things going once the festival has wrapped up. There are official parties at the Shacklewell Arms (with Mermaid Chunky, free, tickets) and Hootananny Brixton (with Sextile, from £12, tickets), and unofficial ones at Stoke Newington's The Waiting Room (tickets), Brixton's Duke of Edinburgh (more info) Are Brockwell Park's day festivals definitely still going ahead? In recent weeks Brockwell Park has been at the centre of a legal battle, with anti-festival campaigners Protect Brockwell Park on the one side and Lambeth Council and festival promoters Brockwell Live (supported by community group SayYesLambeth) on the other. Following a court decision that ruled the festivals didn't have the correct planning permission, Brockwell Live released a statement saying the events will go ahead. The saga isn't quite over yet, as Protect Brockwell Park says it will challenge the decision to let the festivals take place. We'll update this page if and when we find out more.
