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The Potomac Yard Entertainment District in Alexandria, Virginia, Will Not Move Forward
The City of Alexandria said that negotiations “did not result in a proposal that protected [its] financial interests and respected these community values”. The announcement came after a months-long debate that would have brought Monumental Sports, the owner of the Caps and Wizards, to Potomac Yard. In March, D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb penned a letter saying its contract with the District would not allow a move until 2047.
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Forsyth County Commissioners voted to approve a $2 Billion Entertainment Hub and Arena
The Gathering at South Forsyth would be home to 1.6 million square feet of retail and office space, hotels and a 700,000-square-foot arena that supporters hope can attract a professional hockey team. The developer said the document approved by commissioners Tuesday night didn’t meet the agreement’s goal.
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Tony Awards - DeBose to Host
The Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee, who hosted both the 2023 and 2022 ceremonies, will be back this year for the show on June 16. DeBose was widely cheered for the way she hosted last year amid the Hollywood writers' strike. She won an Emmy nomination for her work.
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Beyoncé's New Album - Act II: Cowboy Carter
On Wednesday, Beyoncé shared the track list for her forthcoming album, “Act ll: Cowboy Carter”. The track list also mentions “Smoke Hour Willie Nelson,” but it is not immediately clear if Nelson is involved with the project.
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Winneshiek County Fair - Travis Denning and Raelynn
The Winneshiek County Fair will feature a grandstand performance by American country music singer and songwriter Travis Denning. Gates open for the show at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, July 13.
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The EEOC Pays $100,000 to settle a Sexual Harassment and Retaliation lawsuit
Golden Entertainment, Inc. has agreed to pay $100,000 and implement comprehensive sexual harassment prevention training for its managers, supervisors, and employees. The EEOC filed the suit in U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland, Northern Division, after attempting to reach a pre-litigation settlement through its voluntary conciliation process.
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James Taylor & His All-Star Band - Love Rocks NYC Tour
James Taylor & His All-Star Band will take their show on the road in the United States, hitting 24 cities for 31 shows in five months. The tour kicks off in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Bowl on May 29 and ends at Wolf Trap Filene Center in Vienna, Virginia, on Sept. 15. TAYLOR: This is the time of life when you feel like you ought to get in touch with a lawyer and make a will.
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Briarcliff Entertainment Acquires Domestic Rights to Not Another Church Movie
Not Another Church Movie starring Jamie Foxx, Vivica A. Fox, Kevin Daniels, Mickey Rourke and more slating it for a wide release in theaters on May 10th. The film was produced by James Michael Cummings and former Warner Bros executive Jim Cardwell.
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'G.I. Joe' Movie - Is it Possible?
Henry Golding is convinced Paramount has "grand plans' for the 2021 film. The 37-year-old actor played the lead role in the film 'Snake Eyes. He expects more movies to follow in the series despite the underwhelming reception.
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Tony Awards - Ariana DeBose to Host
Ariana DeBose hosted both the 2023 and 2022 Tony Awards. The Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee will be back this year for the show on June 16. This year’s location is the home of New York City Ballet.
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Read more at WPLG Local 10