SUMMARY: The 48th annual Mississippi Delta Blues and Heritage Festival will take place on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Washington County Convention Center Fairgrounds in Greenville. Known as the oldest continuous blues festival in the U.S., it features 14 acts on the main stage and 10 on the juke house stage, showcasing diverse blues styles including Delta, Hill Country, St. Louis, Soul, Zydeco, and Boogie Woogie. Highlights include Grammy winner Bobby Rush, Shirley Brown, Willie Clayton, and the Rising Stars Fife & Drum Band. The festival celebrates blues music, southern hospitality, food, and culture, attracting fans worldwide. Tickets are available online.

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SUMMARY: Bluesky, a social media platform once funded by Twitter, has temporarily blocked access in Mississippi due to a new state law requiring age verification for social media users. The law, passed in 2024 after a tragic sextortion case, mandates platforms verify users are over 18 or have parental consent. The U.S. Supreme Court allowed enforcement to proceed while legal challenges continue. Bluesky cited concerns about privacy, free speech, and the high costs of compliance, arguing the law disproportionately impacts smaller platforms. Users from Mississippi now see a message explaining the block. Bluesky remains committed to child safety while advocating for balanced regulations.

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SUMMARY: The New Orleans Saints lost their third preseason game 28-19 to the Denver Broncos, led by former head coach Sean Payton. Despite a strong defensive effort with three sacks and an interception, the Saints fell short. Rookie QB Tyler Shough led New Orleans offensively with 102 passing yards and a rushing touchdown, while Spencer Rattler also contributed. Denver’s Bo Nix and Sam Ehlinger each threw touchdowns, with Courtland Sutton and Kyrese Rowan scoring receiving touchdowns. Saints coach Kellen Moore praised the team’s energy but acknowledged tough roster decisions ahead. New Orleans will open the regular season against the Arizona Cardinals on Sept. 7.

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