Video: Southside Blues Festival Kicks off in Columbus

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COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – On Columbus’ Southside- this weekend will be Red, White, and the Blues. The 9th annual Southside Blues Festival kicked off Friday with a softball challenge and Gospel music performances.

The rest of the food and fun begins tomorrow at 4 with live music, bar-b-que, and more.

“It’s a big melting pot of people coming in from out of town, locals are coming, it’s like a big family reunion, everybody is here to have a good time.”

Organizers also say the event serves to support family values and bring the community together…