Alert Top Story Rappahannock County sings the blues during the John Jackson Piedmont Blues Festival Richard Horner Oct 7, 2023 Oct 7, 2023 0 1 of 3 The third annual John Jackson Piedmont Blues Festival drew hundreds of music lovers to hear musicians from around the country perform. Richard Horner Harmonica player Phil Wiggins performs during the festival in Rappahannock County on Sept 30. Richard Horner Rhythm and blues band, Bobby D and the Heavies, perform at the event, honoring the late musician John Jackson. 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