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FEMA approves more than $1.3 million for Rolling Fork
MADISON, Miss. – FEMA has approved $1,308,485 to reimburse the city of Rolling Fork for debris removal following the March 24-25, 2023, severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes. The severe storms left debris throughout the city and created an immediate threat to the health and safety of the residents. The work completed included the removal of: […]
Making a splash: Vicksburg City Pool, American Red Cross to hold Learn to Swim program
The Vicksburg City Pool is preparing to launch its 2024 swimming lessons sessions in June and Director Sylvia Gurtowski said there will be classes available for all levels of swimmers. “We teach up to Level 6, which is advanced swimming,” Gurtowski said. “But we have lessons for daycare-aged kids all the way up to adults.” […]
One person dead, four wounded, two charged with murder following Utica shooting
Two people have been arrested and charged with murder following a deadly shooting late Sunday night at a night club in Utica. The Hinds County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that 34-year-old Joseph Crum and 42-year-old Eric Dixon have been charged with murder and three counts of aggravated assault stemming from the incident in the parking […]
Pet of The Week: This unique Catahoula mix is looking for a place to call home
This week’s Pet of the Week is a sweet girl with an incredible coat. She is a Catahoula mix and is loving with humans. She is also dog and cat-friendly. You can learn more about her by calling the Vicksburg Animal Shelter at 601-636-6982 or emailing the shelter at Animalshelter@vicksburg.org. Shelter hours of operation are […]
City of Vicksburg recognizes employees for years of service
The City of Vicksburg recognized a number of employees across various departemtns for their years of service during April meetings of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen. Those recognized include: Right of Way Department employee Henry Sanders – 20 years; Purchasing Department employee Tara Brown – nine years; Public Works Department employee Robert McCarley – […]
Spring Flea Market draws a crowd
The annual Spring Flea Market around the Old Courthouse Museum drew a big crowd to downtown Vicksburg Saturday. Museum Assistant Director and Curator Jordan Rushing said more than 200 vendors were present and called this year’s event the best yet. “We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day,” Rushing said while manning the entrance […]
Old Post Files: April 27, 1924-2014
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 Mattie Lee Davis gave a piano recital at Asbury College […]
VWSD okays purchase of electric school buses, charger installation
The Vicksburg Warren School District during its monthly meeting Thursday re-approved a 2023 motion to purchase electric buses. VWSD officials said the original February 2023 approval to purchase nine buses could not be completed as the original company was not able to deliver the needed vehicles, leading to Thursday’s re-approval. The eight electric buses were […]
Leading by example: Locals get hands dirty for community cleanup
Community leaders and citizens alike donned safety vests and armed them- selves with trash bags and grabber tools Friday morning to take part in Visit Vicksburg’s community cleanup event in recognition of Earth Day. Breaking up into 13 groups and spreading across the city, the teams spent most of the morning in their respective grids […]
Public forum scheduled for Ward 1 candidates
A public forum meant to allow voters in the special election for Vicksburg’s Ward 1 alderman to meet the ten candidates on the ballot has been scheduled for Thursday, May 2. The forum, scheduled to be held at 6 p.m. at the Warren County Courthouse, is coordinated by the Vicksburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma […]
VPD: Reckless driving leads to drug arrest
A Jackson man was in court in Vicksburg Friday after a traffic stop led to his arrest on drug-related charges. According to information from Vicksburg Police Department (VPD), 25-year-old Jeremiah Clark was arrested Wednesday following a traffic stop for reckless driving on Highway 61 South. A search of his vehicle disclosed more than 12 ounces […]
Vicksburg man arrested for possession of cocaine, marijuana
A Vicksburg man was in court Friday after being arrested for possession of cocaine and marijuana. Officials with Vicksburg Police Department (VPD) said 52-year-old Willie Tyrone Holden was arrested Thursday after officers were dispatched to Oak Street for a report of a suspicious person. Holden was found to be in possession of three-and-half grams of […]
Warren County Land Records: April 15 to April 22, 2024
Records were recorded from the Warren County Courthouse from April 15 to April 22, 2024. Warranty Deeds: *Elizabeth A. (Hearon) Bagby to Sandra G. Baker, Lot 3, Lakeland Village Cove Subdivision II. *LBB Properties LLC to Tesia Baltimore, Part of Section 31, Township 16 North, Range3 4 East. *Harold Lee Kistler and Elizabeth Barfield Barnett […]
What to do with Nadia: Canine officer subject of debate after handler leaves Vicksburg PD
The question of what should come next for a canine belonging to Vicksburg Police Department (VPD) following the resignation of her longtime handler has become the subject of debate on social media in recent weeks. While the majority of public comments have been in favor of Nadia – a Belgian malinois trained for narcotics work […]
Volunteer of the Week: Alicia Cruthirds believes volunteerism connects people
The Volunteer of the Week is Alicia Cruthirds. Cruthirds was born and raised in Vicksburg. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Cruthirds. She graduated in 2007 from Vicksburg High School. She then graduated from Hinds Community College, Jackson State University, with a bachelor’s degree in biology, pre-med and specialist in educational leadership. […]
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