SUMMARY: The Mississippi Public Service Commission announced a $12,500 daily fine against the city of Holly Springs for failing to provide adequate utility services through the Holly Springs Utility Department (HSUD). The fine will continue until the city improves its services or opts to sell the utility. The commission cited mismanagement, including improper use of funds and poor maintenance, resulting in frequent power outages affecting about 12,000 customers, many living outside city limits. The commission may seek to place HSUD under third-party receivership. Despite leadership changes and cooperation from the new mayor, no viable plan to fix HSUD has been presented, prompting regulatory enforcement.

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SUMMARY: Grammy Museum Mississippi named Trombone Shorty (Troy Andrews) the 2025 Crossroads of American Music Award recipient for his significant musical contributions inspired by the region. A New Orleans native and four-time Grammy nominee, he won his first Grammy in 2021 for the album “We Are.” Trombone Shorty blends jazz, rock, pop, and hip hop, reflecting his hometown’s culture. Since 2010, he has released six albums, including a recent collaboration honoring New Orleans music. The award recognizes his on-stage work and commitment to music education through his foundation. He will be honored at the museum’s gala on October 30, 2025.

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SUMMARY: A new Mississippi Blues Trail marker was unveiled at the B.B. King Museum & Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola, honoring the late blues legend B.B. King. Born in Berclair in 1925 but claiming Indianola as his hometown, King’s six-decade career deeply connected to Indianola. The museum, opened in 2008 near a historic cotton gin where King worked, preserves his legacy through interactive exhibits and films. Visit Mississippi praised the museum as a tribute to King’s cultural impact. King recorded over 50 albums, won 15 Grammys, and was ranked No. 3 greatest guitarist by Rolling Stone, highlighting his influence on Mississippi and American music.

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