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The Knockabouts to play Saturday in Crystal Falls

CRYSTAL FALLS — Third time’s a charm: After two weather-related cancellations, The Knockabouts band is set to perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Crystal Theatre in Crystal Falls. “Instead of being the opener for the 2026 Gem Season, it will be the closer,” Crystal Theatre Managing Director Kristin Underhill said. “But The Knockabouts will prove to be worth the wait.” The Marquette-based trio specializes in Celtic sounds but also perform traditional, contemporary and original tunes from around the world. Their repertoire spans a range of moods and styles, blending ...

Country music star John Anderson dies at 71

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — John Anderson, whose high, yearning vocals on hits such as "Swingin," "Wild and Blue" and "Black Sheep" helped earn him a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame, has died at age 71. Anderson's family announced his death Wednesday on his social media accounts. It ...

Roberts’ first headline tour coming to the Island in May

HARRIS — Breakout country singer, songwriter and entertainer Emily Ann Roberts is embarking on her first-ever headline tour, with a stop at the Island Resort & Casino Showroom May 7 and 8. Tickets are $40 and go on sale at 10 a.m. Eastern time Friday. They can be purchased by phone with ...

Fleetwood Mac tribute band to take Braumart stage Oct. 30

IRON MOUNTAIN — Fans of Fleetwood Mac can revisit the legendary rock band’s music when Midwestern tribute band Hypnotized by Mac takes the stage Friday, Oct. 30, at the Braumart Theatre in Iron Mountain. The show begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. Based in New Berlin, Wis., ...

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center to present ‘The Price Is Right Live’

APPLETON, Wis. — Come on down! “The Price Is Right Live” is returning to the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Feb. 6, bringing the excitement of the popular television game show to the stage. Presented by NiteLite Promotions, the live show will feature new games, prizes and opportunities for audience members to win. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in Thrivent Hall. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, and can be purchased at foxcitiespac.com, Ticketmaster, through the Fox Cities PAC mobile app, by calling the ticket office at 920-730-3760 or in person ...

Next Myle to perform at Oktoberfest in Amberg

AMBERG, Wis. — Local variety band Next Myle will play from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the third-annual Oktoberfest at the Amberg Pub and G&G Diner. Other event activities include vendor market, hayrides, raffles, food and refreshments. All proceeds will go to local charities. Other area entertainment includes: BIG 10 SPORTS BAR & GRILL, QUINNESEC — Today, Mane Event Karaoke (variety music), 8:30 p.m. THE CHURCH BREWERY, BARK RIVER — Today, Game night, “Name That Tune,” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday — Megan Fritz of Escanaba (variety acoustic music), starting at 6 ...