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Dispute at Jackson lounge moves to park, ends in shooting
JACKSON, Miss. — Jackson police are investigating an early morning shooting. Police said the incident stemmed from a Thursday night confrontation between a group of people at the Kemistry Lounge downtown. After the group was asked to leave, police said they took the dispute to Jayne Avenue Park, where shots rang out shortly before 3:30 a.m. Friday.
Company defends Hinds County solar farm plans
HINDS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Plans for a massive solar investment in rural Hinds County face pushback by some residents, claiming the project was greenlit far too quickly. Apex Clean Energy, which is based in Virginia, has cleared the first of many hurdles that would bring Mississippi’s largest solar plant to Hinds County. After holding […]
Brandon Dorsey named Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor at VHS
Vicksburg native Brandon Dorsey has been named the Assistant Band Director and Percussion Instructor at Vicksburg High School. Dorsey, who graduated from VHS in 2011, joined the band in the seventh grade where he played the snare drum. He went on to audition for the VHS drum line as a freshman in 2007 and eventually became a drum captain in 2010.
Warren County Delinquent Tax List available at newsstands now
Warren County’s list of delinquent taxes from fiscal year 2021 are a part of the Wednesday, July 3, edition of The Vicksburg Post, available at newsstands across Warren County and online at vicksburgpost.com/epost now. The list includes 745 parcels.
William Teer to rep Oxford in Dance Like the Stars event
Nine people from across North Mississippi are spending their summer learning new dance moves and raising money for their local Boys & Girls Clubs. The 19th Dance Like the Stars Event is scheduled for Aug. 3 at the Cadence Bank arena in Tupelo. The event was first started in 2006 and nearly 170 community volunteers […] The post William Teer to rep Oxford in Dance Like the Stars event appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Former USM hooper Pauline Love continues to grow as a coach
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - Southern Miss women’s basketball fans remember Pauline Love for her dominance on the court. She finished her Lady Eagles career (2007-2010) with 1,576 points, averaging 16.6 points and 11.1 rebounds per game. Love has brought the same passion and energy from her playing days to...
Photo gallery: Vicksburg celebrates Fourth of July
There was plenty of music, food, games and fun Thursday in downtown Vicksburg as a crowd descended onto Washington Street Park for the 2024 Fourth of July Downtown Fireworks Extravaganza. Live music by Dr. Zarr began at 7 p.m., with fireworks getting underway at 9 p.m.
Four-star WR Samari Reed picks Ole Miss over Clemson, Kentucky, and others
OXFORD, Miss. — Lane Kiffin and Ole Miss celebrated their own brand of fireworks Thursday night as they picked up a big commitment on the 4th of July in four-star (Rivals) wide receiver Samari Reed. Reed attends Monarch High School in Pompano Beach, Florida and in a hotly contested...
Caledonia hosts inaugural Fourth of July celebration
Www.wcbi.com – Grace Brister – 2024-07-04 18:48:19. SUMMARY: Mike and Jackie Savage fulfilled a 30-year dream by launching Caledonia's first Fourth of July parade, aiming to unite the community and celebrate American independence. Hundreds of residents adorned in patriotic colors participated, highlighting the importance of remembering America's break from British rule. Jackie recalled their annual aspiration inspired by other communities, and Mike emphasized the event's role in fostering camaraderie. Resident Robyn Seagraves valued the opportunity to instill national pride in her children. The Savages aim to make this an annual tradition, reinforcing the importance of community and national pride.
Hernando thankful for first responders after suffering heart attack
HERNANDO, Miss. - After spending 36 days in recovery, a Hernando man was able to thank the first responders who saved his life after he suffered his first heart attack. On May 28, Hernando police were told about the man, later identified as Toby, who was lying in his front yard and not responding. Police arrived first and started chest compressions until the fire department could take over. Toby was then transported to the hospital.
State adds 2026 quarterback Michael Johnson
Just as Mississippi State fans were polishing off some Independence Day BBQ, some fireworks went off. That's right. The Bulldogs have another commitment for the 2026 class, the fourth in total. Dutchtown High School (GA) signal caller Michael Johnson made the call today and pushed his announcement out on social...
Vicksburg’s Braden Calvert Becomes a Marine
Vicksburg’s own Braden Calvert has graduated basic training and is now a member of the United States Marine Corps. Calvert graduated on the 28th of June, 2024 at Parris Island, South Carolina. Calvert is now a member of 1st Recruitment Training Batalion, Platoon 1036, Alpha Company. Around 300 recruits entered training with Calvert and only 172 were able to complete the rigorous training. “Basic training was more mentally tough than physically tough. It’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but it could be harder.”
Alderman Mayfield to host listening sessions in the community
Ward 1 Alderman TJ Mayfield announced that he will be hosting listening sessions, beginning on July 10. The first meeting will be for ages 18-25 at the Youth Development Center. Each week in July there will be a listening session and one in August. The 13-17-year-olds will have listening sessions...
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