The Jackson city council is considering an ordinance to rename Ellis Avenue to Bobby Rush Boulevard. Author: The Associated Press Updated: 9:27 AM CDT April 28, 2021
JACKSON, Miss
A street in Mississippi s capital city could be getting a new name.
WLBT-TV reports an ordinance to rename Ellis Avenue to Bobby Rush Boulevard, in honor of the two-time Grammy winning Bluesman, was introduced at Tuesday s Jackson City Council meeting.
The proposed ordinance is expected to be expedited through the approval process.
City Attorney Monica Allen says before it can be passed, several steps have to be taken, including notifying businesses along the roadway of the potential change.
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By WJTV
Apr 27, 2021 11:43 AM
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – On Tuesday, the Jackson City Council introduced an ordinance to rename part of a street after a Grammy award-winning Blues musician.
According to the ordinance, Ellis Avenue from Interstate 20 to West Capitol Street will be renamed Bobby Rush Boulevard.
Rush was moved to tears by the announcement during the City Council meeting.
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Bobby Rush thanks Jackson City Council for considering renaming road to honor him
Blues singer recognized Updated: 2:46 PM CDT Apr 27, 2021
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Blues singer recognized Updated: 2:46 PM CDT Apr 27, 2021 The Jackson City Council is considering renaming a section of road in honor of blues singer Bobby Rush. The 87-year-old Grammy winner was present at Tuesday s council meeting during the discussion. He became emotional during the recognition. Thank you for considering this. I m in tears, Rush said.The proposal would rename Ellis Avenue from Interstate 20 to West Capitol Street for Rush. City leaders said several steps must be taken before the street is renamed, including notifying businesses along the route of the potential change.
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