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Warren Central’s Kendall is STAR student
Madison Kendall has been named as a STAR (Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition) Student at Warren Central High School for the 2015-2016 school year by the Mississippi ...
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Park attractive to active locals
As tourists drive through the Vicksburg National Military Park, they’ll often see locals walking, running and cycling through the park. Competitive triathlete Lisa Burkhalter said ...
by Austin Vining, Monday, April 18, 2016 9:45 am
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Air foundation wins $25,000
The Southern Heritage Air Foundation of Tallulah, La. received a $25,000 award to help further their mission of helping wounded veterans. The award money came ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, April 15, 2016 10:34 am
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One held for hiding fugitive
A man accused of hiding a wanted person was held without bail Thursday. Justin Harris, 25, 4827 Gibson Road, was arrested Wednesday and charged with ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, April 15, 2016 10:02 am
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VWSD introduces a third high school option, an early college model for Fall
Vicksburg Warren School District is introducing an opportunity for 60 students in Vicksburg and Warren County to graduate with two years of college credits or ...
by Austin Vining, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 9:28 am
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Bovina’s Miki Ginn named VWSD top administrator
Bovina Elementary Principal Miki Ginn has been named the Vicksburg Warren School District’s Administrator of the Year. Fifth-grader Kathryn Wong said she wasn’t surprised her ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 12, 2016 10:04 am
Obits
Charlotte Crew
Charlotte Crew, age 70, of Atlanta, Texas, went to be with the Lord Thursday, April 7, 2016, at her home. Charlotte was born April 16, ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 12, 2016 9:58 am
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How to get more out of your newspaper
Last week, I got to do something fun. OK, I did a lot of fun things, but perhaps the highlight of my week occurred Friday ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 12, 2016 9:48 am
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Composting 101: Lunch and Learn offers tips, tricks
Lawn clippings, leaves, branches and the like make up 30 percent of material at landfills, and when food materials and paper products are added, the ...
by Austin Vining, Saturday, April 9, 2016 12:08 am
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Vicksburg native’s got a journal in her swag bag
The MTV Movie Awards are this weekend, and one Vicksburg native is excited to once again have her products in the hands of celebrities. Kristi ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, April 8, 2016 12:09 pm
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Chef pursues passion at Anchuca
After six months without a job, Ashley Hudson found a new start and her dream job at Anchuca Historic Mansion and Inn. At 16, Hudson’s ...
by Austin Vining, Thursday, April 7, 2016 9:46 am
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Gov. signs religious freedom bill: Many Vicksburg businesses largely seem unaffected
Mississippi’s governor signed a law Tuesday that allows religious groups and some private businesses to refuse service to gay couples based on religious beliefs. Gov. ...
by Austin Vining, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 10:32 am
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Gardens vying to win $20K; your votes needed
The Vicksburg Community Garden and the Vicksburg National Military Park Heritage Demonstration Garden have entered the Seeds of Change Grant Program for an opportunity to ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 5, 2016 11:21 am
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STAR student Katie Martin taps Phillips as STAR teacher
Katie Martin has been named as a STAR (Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition) Student at St. Aloysius High School for the 2015-2016 school year by the Mississippi ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 5, 2016 11:20 am
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Is it time to look for new state nickname?
When I moved to Mississippi a year ago, I was proud to tell people I was living in the Hospitality State. This moniker was not ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, April 5, 2016 9:59 am
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Earth Day is April 22: Martin’s, Extension Office to offer a month of activities
Earth Day may not be until April 22, but that’s not stopping one local restaurant from celebrating throughout the month. Martin’s at Midtown is partnering ...
by Austin Vining, Monday, April 4, 2016 9:53 am
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Junior Auxiliary invites public to Birdie, Bogey and Boogie Night
Vicksburg Country Club is opening its doors Friday evening and inviting the community to come out and dance the night away. The Vicksburg Chapter of ...
by Austin Vining, Monday, April 4, 2016 9:51 am
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PSC holds information stop in Vicksburg
What does the Public Service Commission do? If you ask Public Service Commissioner for the Central District Cecil Brown, he’ll tell you most people don’t ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, April 1, 2016 2:00 pm
Business
Billy’s is kickstarted with big investment
And they’re off! Officials from Billy’s Original Foods announced the company is creating at least 25 jobs and investing $511,000 in food production operations in ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, April 1, 2016 1:55 pm
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Dahl earns top award at state science fair
When it’s time for the science fair, many students turn to pre-made lists of projects that have proven successful over the years. St. Francis Xavier ...
by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 31, 2016 10:22 am
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VHS hosts annual prom safety day
There was music, dancing and (simulated) cars crashing everywhere. It wasn’t prom night, but it was an indication of what could happen if students aren’t ...
by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 31, 2016 10:20 am
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NFL player delivers inspiring message
Bowmar Elementary third-grader Harber Williams introduced a special family friend, New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Kaleb Eulls, to sixth-graders at his school Tuesday afternoon. Williams’ ...
by Austin Vining, Wednesday, March 30, 2016 10:12 am
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Volunteers needed for park cleanup
Vicksburg National Military Park is asking for the community’s help in sprucing up property and landmarks many have come to know Vicksburg by during its ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 29, 2016 10:25 am
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Livestock business supplies local farms
Going once, going twice, sold! Heifers, cows, steers and bulls were sent one by one to the auction floor Monday afternoon at Ramsey Livestock Sales ...
by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 29, 2016 9:59 am
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Tingle earns prestigious MSU honor
John C. Stennis was a Mississippi State University alumnus who served in the United States Senate from 1947 to 1988, rising to the powerful position ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, March 25, 2016 8:49 pm
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New mall eatery serves out quick American fare
A small, unassuming food stand in the Vicksburg Mall claims to be serving up some of the best in town. Rocko’s Sandwich Shop owner and ...
by Austin Vining, Friday, March 25, 2016 12:01 pm
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LIP SYNC BATTLE: Vicksburg High raises more than $1,000 during friendly competition
Although Mayor George Flaggs Jr. and Sheriff Martin Pace typically get along just fine, Wednesday morning was a battle. The war happened in the auditorium ...
by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 24, 2016 9:50 am
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Special Olympics off to a good start
Athletes spent the day running, jumping and throwing Tuesday at Vicksburg Memorial Stadium. Tuesday was the first phase of the Area 10 Special Olympics for ...
by Austin Vining, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10:33 am
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