- The Board of Mayor and Aldermen — including Mayor George Flaggs Jr., North Ward Aldermen Michael Mayfield and South Ward Alderman Alex Monsour, recognized Capt. James Jones, left, and Capt. Jeffrey Ross, right, for their 30 years of service to the city. Battalion Chief Carl Carlson was also honored by was not at Friday's meeting. (John Surratt/The Vicksburg Post)
City honors fire department personnel for reaching career milestones
The Vicksburg Board of Mayor and Aldermen Friday honored three members of the Vicksburg Fire Department for reaching significant career milestones. Each member was recognized for their 30 years of service.
Captain James Jones, Captain Jeffery Ross and Battalion Chief Carl Carson were each mentioned during Friday’s board meeting. Ross and Jones were on hand to receive their certificates. Carson was unable to attend Friday’s meeting
About John Surratt
John Surratt is a graduate of Louisiana State University with a degree in general studies. He has worked as an editor, reporter and photographer for newspapers in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. He has been a member of The Vicksburg Post staff since 2011 and covers city government. He and his wife attend St. Paul Catholic Church and he is a member of the Port City Kiwanis Club.
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