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UPDATE: 4 in custody as Gibson, Halls Ferry shooting becomes murder investigation after victim dies
UPDATE: Jermiane “Bones” Johnson and Calbert “Calbo” Cosby were taken into custody just after noon Friday in Memphis. A fourth suspect, Wilmar Johnson, has also been arrested in Tyler, Texas. All four men have been charged with drive-by shooting and first degree murder. A shooting investigation stemming from an incident earlier this month just outside […]
Williams talks being crowned Miss Mississippi, goals for her reign
Following the crowning of 2024 Miss Mississippi Becky Williams Saturday night at the Vicksburg Convention Center, the state’s new titleholder sat down with The Vicksburg Post to answer a few questions, which included how she feels after being named the winner, what her goals are moving forward, and how she plans to help promote the […]
Mallett found guilty on all charges in death of young son
Brooke Mallett, the mother charged with manslaughter and child neglect in the 2023 death of her 3-year-old son, was found guilty on all charges Thursday in Warren County Circuit Court. Mallett’s charges stem from an April incident last year when both 3-year-old Kaiden Mallett and a five-year-old sibling went missing from their home and, according […]
Juneteenth celebration this weekend in Vicksburg
This year’s Juneteenth celebration will take place Saturday at Halls Ferry Park in Vicksburg. Though Juneteenth will not officially arrive until Wednesday, this year’s official celebration will kick off at 10 a.m. with pre-holiday festivities, including live music, storytelling, poetry and vendors. This year’s theme is “It’s a Family Affair” and will feature entertainment sponsored […]
Warren County public records: June 3-June 10
Records were recorded at the Warren County Courthouse from the period, June 3 to June 10 Warranty Deeds: *Revolution Enterprises LLC to Cathy M. Beeding, Part of Lot 226 Vicksburg Proper Subdivision Blocks 1-65 and Part of Lot 227, Vicksburg Proper Subdivision Blocks 1-65. *Elliot Wratten and Cassie Wratten to Ashley Rene Belknap and Taylor […]
Volunteer of the Week: Anthony Hicks believes volunteering forms lasting relationships
The Volunteer of the Week this week is Anthony T. Hicks II. He was born and raised in Vicksburg. Hicks is employed with Vicksburg Warren School District. He is the minister of music and one of the associate ministers at Unity Temple Full Gospel Inc. Hicks is the chairman of the board of directors for […]
Vicksburg rehabilitation project highlighted in National Park Service annual report
The Technical Preservation Services office of the National Park Service has recently published its annual report highlighting the Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program for the fiscal year 2023. One of the projects highlighted in the program report is the Haydel House at 1010 Locust Street in Vicksburg. The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program, […]
Old Post Files: June 12, 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 Ike Schwartz was connected with Baer and Brothers. • Mary […]
Decorated Biloxi chef to share secrets of shrimp and grits at Catfish Row Museum
By Jim Beaugez Of all the staple dishes served at local restaurants throughout the Gulf South and the lowcountry along the Atlantic Coast, shrimp and grits may be the most beloved. Every Southern coastal eating establishment worth its sea salt boasts its own spin on the popular dish. And Saturday, chef Austin Sumrall of White […]
Unrestrained driver killed in single-vehicle crash in Madison Parish
Delta – A Greenville, Miss. woman was killed Wednesday morning in a single-vehicle crash in Madison Parish. According to the Louisiana State Police (LSP), shortly after 9 a.m., troopers with Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on LA 3218, just east of U.S. 80, that claimed the life of 35-year-old Summer Rodgers. LSP said […]
CONTINUING COVERAGE: Day 2 of Mallett manslaughter trial yields more testimony
Proceedings resumed Tuesday in Vicksburg in the trial of Brooke Mallett, the mother accused of manslaughter and culpable negligence in the 2023 death of her three-year-old son Kaiden Mallet. She is also charged with two counts of child neglect. Mallet’s charges stem from an April incident last year when both Kaiden and a five-year-old sibling […]
VPD arrest reports: June 3-June 9
Jamie Dewan Williams was charged on June 3 with Contempt of Court. Constance Renae Dillard was charged on June 3 with Felony Malicious Mischief. Kevin Devaughn Lawrence was charged on June 3 with Contempt of Court. Tracy Alan Davis was charged on June 4 with Violation of a Protective Order. Jimmy Lee Hill was charged […]
Tallulah City Council votes to enter receivership for water plant
The ongoing quest to solve problems with the City of Tallulah’s outdated water plant took a step in a new direction last week when the city council voted on Thursday to enter into a joint state receivership. The council voted 3-2 to enter into the receivership with the State of Louisiana and city spokesperson Yvonne […]
VPD: Recent shootings appear to be related, ‘not random acts’
Officials with Vicksburg Police Department (VPD) said Tuesday that a Monday-night incident on Grange Hall Road appears to be the latest in a string of related shootings, both in Vicksburg and the surrounding areas. “At 9:18 p.m. (Monday) officers of the Vicksburg Police Department responded to the area of the 300 block of Grange Hall […]
Mallett manslaughter trial underway in Vicksburg
The trial of Brooke Mallett, the mother accused of manslaughter in the death of her 3-year-old son Kaiden Mallett, began Monday in Vicksburg. Mallet is facing charges of manslaughter and culpable negligence in the child’s death, which occurred in April 2023. She initially faced a charge of murder – along with boyfriend John Duke Walker […]
Mississippi Heritage Trust recognizes Vicksburg residents, MCity, Vicksburg National Military Park
On Thursday, June 6, the Mississippi Heritage Trust announced the recipients of the 2024 Heritage Awards at the Southern Cultural Heritage Center in Vicksburg. A group of over 150 people gathered in the auditorium to celebrate 25 achievements in historic preservation. From the breathtaking transformation of the old Gulfport Library into Coast Transit Authority’s Gulfport […]
Marking the occasion: Army and Navy Club dedicates flag display
On a day that was already of historical significance for the United States, the Army and Navy Club of Vicksburg commemorated another milestone Thursday on the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II. Army and Navy Club of Vicksburg Adjutant Norman Francingues said the VFW William T. Gifford Post […]
Looking back at 1622 Washington Street: part 2
The chamber started its fundraising campaign and, in January 1936, had raised all but $10,000 of their $100,000 goal. They hired architect Robert J. Perry Jr. of Dallas, who worked with local supervision provided by Vicksburg architect W. A. Stanton, and in March the plans were let out for bids. R. P. Farnsworth and Company […]
Reviving hope: Youth Awakening 2024 led by passionate pastors
Beginning June 12 and running through June 14, Mt. Olive M. B. Church will host a Youth Awakening Revival. Host pastor, the Rev. Adrian L. Clark, has teamed up with three young pastors from area churches to strengthen, encourage and embolden local youth in their spiritual lives. The Rev. Johnny Gibson III, of Unity Full […]
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