Article Photos: Blues man Rush gets lifetime arts award in Miss.



  2013 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Literature recipient Beth Henley makes a quick acceptance speech during ceremonies in Jackson, Miss., Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013. Established in 1988, the Governor's Arts Awards recognize those who have made noteworthy contributions to and achieved artistic excellence in the state or have significant ties to Mississippi. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)

2013 Governor's Arts Award for Excellence in Literature recipient Beth Henley makes a quick acceptance speech during ceremonies in Jackson, Miss., Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013. Established in 1988, the Governor's Arts Awards recognize those who have made noteworthy contributions to and achieved artistic excellence in the state or have significant ties to Mississippi. (AP Photo/Rogelio V. Solis)