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Mayfield recognizes ‘viral’ Burger King teen employees
Vicksburg’s Ward 1 Alderman Thomas J. Mayfield as one of his first acts in office is giving credit to local teenagers who have chosen to enter the workforce as a means of avoiding trouble and remaining productive. In a statement, Mayfield’s office commended the teenagers and their responsible choices after giving them recognition in person […]
Visit Vicksburg’s Strickland to serve as president-elect of Mississippi Tourism Association
Jackson, Miss. – The Mississippi Tourism Association (MTA), the state’s voice of tourism for over 35 years, is pleased to announce its elected board of officers for 2024-2025. Visit Vicksburg’s Executive Director, Laura Beth Strickland, has been selected to serve as the state association’s president-elect starting July 1. Strickland joined the Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau […]
Warren County public records: June 17- June 24
Records were recorded from the Warren County Courthouse from the period of June 17 to June 24. Warranty Deeds: *Carl Frank Cantin to Jennifer Arnold, Part of Section 2, Township 15 North, Range 4 East. *Jennifer Arnold to Rachel P. Arp, Part of Section 2, Township 15 North, Range 4 East. *Laurie Ann Bagby to […]
Vicksburg residents make Delta State University President’s, Dean’s lists
Sarah Beck of Vicksburg made the President’s List for the Spring 2024 semester at Delta State University. Each semester, Delta State University undergraduate students who have earned at least 12 credits and a grade point average of 3.80 or higher are recognized on the President’s List. Lydia Nettles, Chelsea Roberts and Wesley Warnock of Vicksburg […]
Thompson announces USDA grant for Vicksburg organization
The office of U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson has announced the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $5.2 million in 17 new grants supporting urban agriculture and innovative production. Among the recipients, and the only project selected from Mississippi, is the Mississippi Community House Development Organization in Vicksburg. Grant recipients, including community gardens and […]
VPD promotes officer, swears in 2
The Vicksburg Police Department (VPD) during a ceremony held Monday officially promoted its newest sergeant and swore in two new offices. Taking the oath as new officers were Hunter Anderson and Edward Knight. “We’re here today because we believe in the Vicksburg Police Department,” Mayor George Flaggs Jr. said. “We believe that you’re doing what […]
Annual 4th of July Bike Parade to be held 10 a.m. Thursday at Glenwood Circle Park
The annual Glenwood Circle 4th of July Bike Parade will be held this Thursday beginning at 10 a.m. at Glenwood Circle Park in downtown Vicksburg. Ice Cream will be on hand following the parade. Area children are invited to decorate their bikes, strollers, scooters, wagons and other rides in a patriotic theme and come down […]
Hands and feet of Christ: Jackson Street MB Church hosts food pantry
James Doss stood in the searing sun, cheerfully singing “Bring it on down! Ease on down the road!” as he motioned cars to move into place to receive their box of food at Jackson St. Missionary Baptist Church. The line of cars wound around the block and down to St. Aloysius High School on Grove […]
Looking back: The Warner house’s beauty continues to inspire awe
This neoclassical house was built in 1939 at 8 Glenwood Circle for Glover and Mabel Warner. The house was designed by Jackson architect Jack Canizaro for about $30,000. The Vicksburg Post reported in March 1939: “It seems there will be nothing finer in Vicksburg than the Glover Warner home now developing in Glenwood, a new […]
Suspect arrested in Sunday shooting of 2 teenagers
A Vicksburg man has been booked into the Warren County Jail and will face charges related to the Sunday-night shooting of two teenage girls. Warren County Sheriff Martin Pace said 22-year-old Jaques Lee Bailey was arrested just after 4:30 p.m. Monday at a family member’s home on Court Street in Vicksburg. “We had a suspect […]
Pair of suspects in deadly string of shootings make court appearance
Two men facing murder charges in relation to a deadly string of shootings in and around Vicksburg in early June made their initial appearances in a Warren County courtroom Monday. The suspects, 22-year-old Calbert “Calbo” Cosby, and 45-year-old Jermaine “Bones” Johnson, each appeared before Judge Marcie Southerland and each face one count of first degree […]
Vicksburg Police Department arrest reports: June 24 – June 30
Donaisha Kiet Celestine was charged on June 24 with Domestic Assault with Hands and Fists. Brandon Hunter King was charged on June 25 with Domestic Assault with Hands and Fists. Debra Ann Moore was charged on June 25 with two Capias Warrants Served. Samuel Eugene Matthews was charged on June 25 with Escape or Attempting […]
State Fire Marshal’s Office encourages firework safety this Independence Day
The State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is encouraging firework safety this Independence Day for both professional shows and personal celebrations. The SFMO performs pyrotechnic inspections for shows that are performed on state-owned properties. Pyrotechnics companies must apply for a permit for shows. Once received, the SFMO verifies all information about insurance, technicians, and local public […]
Fourth of July activities planned for Vicksburg
A free patriotic concert will kick off the Fourth of July festivities beginning at 2 p.m. June 30 at the Southern Cultural Heritage Center. Sponsored by Frances Koury Four Seasons of the Arts and the City of Vicksburg, the event will feature the Vicksburg Orchestral Society Vicksburg Chamber Choir. “Guest conductor for the concert,” Four […]
‘His wits and his words’: Strand Theatre to feature films about famed mule trader
An event coming to the Strand Theatre in July will feature two short films about Vicksburg’s Ray Lum, a local mule trader who made a name for himself in the early 20th century. The kicker: The films will be presented as part of a continuing “quest” to tell Lum’s story from Vicksburg native Dr. William […]
VPD investigating Friday night shooting
Vicksburg Police Department (VPD) is investigating a shooting that took place Friday night following an event at the City Pavilion. VPD Investigator Jerrold Hayes said the shooting took place sometime after 9 p.m. at the pavilion, located at 100 Army Navy Drive. Hayes said VPD has received reports of multiple people sustaining gunshot wounds, as […]
Old Post Files: June 28, 1924 to 2014
Old Post Files is a regular feature within the pages of The Vicksburg Post’s print edition and digital e-edition. This feature looks back at some of the happenings from the pages of The Vicksburg Post over the past few decades. Enjoy. 100 Years Ago: 1924 Mrs. T.P. Beasley and her children were in Huntington, Tenn. […]
New 471 area code coming to Mississippi
JACKSON — Mississippi is getting a new area code. The Mississippi Public Service Commission has approved a new area code, 471, to be assigned to the same area occupied by the current 662 code — including Sharkey and Issaquena counties. According to the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA), numbering resources for the 662 area […]
Keen recognized as a Stephen D. Lee Scholar at Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University congratulates 113 recent spring graduates recognized as Stephen D. Lee Scholars for achieving a cumulative 4.0 grade point average during their college careers. Elizabeth Keen, of Vicksburg, was one of these scholars. Keen, who studied communication, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from MSU’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Suspects in deadly shooting make initial court appearance
Three suspects allegedly involved in a string of deadly shootings in Vicksburg and the surrounding areas in early June made their initial appearances in a Warren County courtroom Friday afternoon. Willie Johnson, 24, and Wilmar Johnson, 23, both of Warren County, were each charged with one count of first degree murder and two counts of […]
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