SUMMARY: Marty Gamblin, a legendary figure in country music and a native of Neshoba County, passed away on October 9 at the age of 80. With over 40 years in the industry, he managed artists like Bryan White and played a crucial role in launching Alan Jackson‘s career. As a publisher, Gamblin collaborated with songwriters who produced hits for various musicians. Recently, he served as a consultant for Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music, which paid tribute to him on social media. His contributions to the country music landscape will be fondly remembered.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Mud Monsters unveiled their team logo on October 10. This new Frontier League team, set to debut in 2025, will play at Trustmark Park in Pearl. The team name was selected through a community campaign that garnered over 5,600 votes, with the Mud Monsters receiving more than 50%. The Mississippi Braves played their final game at Trustmark Park in September 2024 before relocating to Georgia. The Mud Monsters continue to build excitement ahead of their inaugural season.

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SUMMARY: Country music star Colin Stough is set to perform at a fundraising concert in Amory, Mississippi, on Saturday, October 12, to aid Hurricane Helene victims. Gates will open at 4 p.m., with entertainment beginning at 6:30 p.m. The event will be cash only, and a tip jar for additional donations will be available. Stough aims to raise between $50,000 and $70,000, emphasizing the importance of giving back to his community. He expressed that his motivation for the concert is not monetary gain but to create meaningful experiences to share with future generations.

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