Controversial Concert in Cushing

  • The crowd at the Freedom Fest picks up during the evening show, highlighted by Big SMO.
    The crowd at the Freedom Fest picks up during the evening show, highlighted by Big SMO.
  • Big SMO performs at Memorial Park as part of the Freedom Fest.
    Big SMO performs at Memorial Park as part of the Freedom Fest.

    Various factors led to the cancellation of a concert event in Cushing after the first night.

    Freedom Fest, an event created by Harmony Productions, owned by area resident Ryan Harmon, was set to be held at Centennial Park on July 2 and 3. Headliners advertised were Big SMO, Mike Jones, and Lil’ Flip.

    According to Harmon, the first issue arose before the event began — finding a venue for the artists …