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Widespread Panic have announced the cancellation of its Oct. 25-27 series at The Riverside Theater in Milwaukee and home state Halloween series at Savannah, Ga.’s Enmarket Arena on Nov. 1-2. Following the band’s prior cancellations of residencies planned for Las Vegas, Boston, and Asheville, N.C., today’s update clears the band’s touring schedule through the end of 2024. 

Though no explicit explanation has been shared regarding the removal of these two final series, the band’s first change of plans came in tandem with the news that beloved guitarist Jimmy Herring had been diagnosed with stage one tonsil cancer and would need to withdraw from upcoming live engagements to begin treatment. Per the group, Herring’s prognosis is strong, and the artist is expected to make a full recovery: “That part we’re happy to report.”

“The upcoming concerts scheduled for Milwaukee and Savannah have been canceled,” the group posted to social media and its website. “Widespread Panic regrets having to cancel these performances but wants to give everyone enough time to adjust their plans as needed.” Ticketholders will receive full refunds issued automatically and are not required to take any action to secure their reimbursement.

Widespread Panic’s latest announcement has spurred an outpouring of support for Herring and the group from fans online. Fans can share words of encouragement to the group by commenting on its announcement post. For updates on the band and its plans, as well as more information on the recently released studio project Snake Oil King, visit widespreadpanic.com.