According to the cybergrass website and messages on his own website Earl Scruggs is recovering from a fall from the stage at the Myrtle Beach Bluegrass Festival.
Apparently he was not seriously injured in the four foot fall. Although many people were worred because of his age, he is 81.
Bluegrass Banjo Legend Earl Scruggs Takes a Fall at Festival
Update: According to his web site Mr Scruggs underwent surgery for damage to his right kneecap and is recovering well.
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