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Hurricane Milton Forces Cancellation of Colchis Homecoming Concert

Woody Folse, Editor-in-Chief
October 9, 2024
View this post on the UWF Homecoming instagram.

PENSACOLA, FL – The University of West Florida’s highly anticipated Colchis Homecoming Concert, set to feature Dallas rapper BigXThePlug, has been canceled due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton. The concert was scheduled for tonight at the UWF Field House.

University officials announced the cancellation early Thursday morning, citing safety concerns as the Category 3 storm moves closer to the Gulf Coast.

“Due to travel complications caused by Hurricane Milton, the artist scheduled to perform at Colchis on October 10 is unable to attend, and the concert has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you continue to enjoy the other Homecoming events throughout the week.” said the UWFhomecoming instagram.

BigXThePlug, known for his hits “Texas” and “Mmhmm,” was set to headline the concert. This marks the first time the annual homecoming concert has been canceled in UWF’s history.

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For more information, visit the UWF website.

 

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Woody Folse
Woody Folse, Editor-in-Chief
Elwood Folse, also known as Woody, was born and raised in Florida. In his free time he loves to sail, play music with his friends and immerse himself in literature. He enjoys writing, making and recording music. His dream is to become a war correspondent, an investigative reporter or even a critic.