History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Grant’s troops dig a little deeper
Did you know that General Ulysses S. Grant’s troops tried digging a canal through Vicksburg? In 1862, the infantry brigade commanded by Brig. Gen. Thomas ...
Vera Ann Fedell, Author at The Vicksburg Post
Local
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Asia Brown bridging the gap for women’s health
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Asia Brown, a volunteer and co-founder of 601 for Period Equity. Brown is a Vicksburg native ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, June 25, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Prehistoric discoveries in Vicksburg
Did you know about the geological and paleontological discoveries made in Vicksburg? The Vicksburg area has been an interesting place of discovery for many including ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, June 23, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: The First Blue and Gray Reunion
Did you know that the first Blue and Gray Reunion was held in Vicksburg? According to The Vicksburg Post on May 4, 1983, Vicksburg was ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, June 16, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Linda F. Davis cares for the community
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Linda F. Davis, who volunteered at United Way of West Central Mississippi’s Day of Caring this ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, June 11, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg’s first Miss Mississippi
Do you know who the first Miss Mississippi was from Vicksburg? Judy Simono, a Vicksburg native, won the title of Miss Mississippi in 1964. She ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, June 9, 2023 8:00 am
Downtown Vicksburg
VICKSBURG FACTS: Riverfront Mural Project captures community’s historical moments
Do you know about the history of Vicksburg Riverfront Murals? The Vicksburg Riverfront Murals were inspired by the Paducah, Ky. floodwall. According to the Riverfront ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, June 2, 2023 8:00 am
Education
“Reading on the River” kickstarts summer fun at Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library
It’s time to kick off the summer celebration with Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library’s “Reading on the River.” The public library will host a month-long slate ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, May 26, 2023 2:02 pm
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Dr. Alston Callahan’s contribution to eye care
Did you know that Vicksburg is the home of eye care specialist Dr. Alston Callahan? Callahan was born in Vicksburg in 1911. He graduated from ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, May 26, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg, the home of Pro Football Hall of Fame member and AFL legend Billy Shaw
Did you know that Vicksburg is the hometown of a Pro Football Hall of Fame member who played in the American Football League? Billy Shaw ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, May 19, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg’s first Ways and Means Committee Chairman
Did you know that Vicksburg’s James William Collier was the first Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee to hail from the city? James William ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, May 12, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Volunteering brings long-term friendships
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is David Blackledge, who volunteers with the Miss Mississippi Corporation. Blackledge has been the RiverHills Bank Senior ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, May 7, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Key Pittman, an icy legend
Did you know that Vicksburg is the home of Nevada Senator Key Pittman? Key Pittman was born in Vicksburg on Setember 19, 1872 to Catherine ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, May 5, 2023 8:00 am
Local
PHOTO GALLERY: United Way’s Day of Caring
The United Way of West Central Mississippi hosted its “Day of Caring” on Thursday when multiple volunteers joined together to serve the community. Groups of ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, April 28, 2023 2:38 pm
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: A constant fear of yellow fever
Did you know about the constant fear Vicksburgers had about yellow fever? Vicksburg has a well-known history of yellow fever epidemics and the fear that ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, April 28, 2023 8:00 am
Lifestyles
Photo gallery: Classics in the Courtyard during Mighty ‘Sip Fest
The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation (SCHF) hosted a special Saturday edition of their Classics in the Courtyard for the Mighty ‘Sip Fest. Visitors had the ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 2:51 pm
Local
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Bowers’ temporary home leads to forever families
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Elizabeth Bowers, who fosters for the City of Vicksburg Animal Shelter. Bowers is a Vicksburg native ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, April 9, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg, where’s the beef?
Did you know that the creator of Wendy’s “Where’s the Beef?” ad campaign was born in Vicksburg? Cliff Freeman was born in Vicksburg on Feb. ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, April 7, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Help is on the way from the Vicksburg Volunteers
Did you know that one of Vicksburg’s volunteer fire companies was known as The Volunteer Corps of Vicksburg? The main purpose of the Volunteer Corps ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, March 31, 2023 9:00 am
History
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: James Fowler works to save history
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is James Fowler, who volunteers at the Southern Heritage Air Foundation. The Southern Heritage Air Foundation features ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, March 26, 2023 8:00 am
History
VICKSBURG FACTS: Dr. Margaret Lawrence’s contribution to children’s mental health
Did you know that the first African American psychoanalyst and first pediatric psychiatrist in the United States grew up in Vicksburg? Dr. Margaret Lawrence was ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, March 24, 2023 8:00 am
Business
BREAKING GROUND: RiverPointe breaks ground on new studio
RiverPointe Dance Academy broke ground at its new location at 4300 Nailor Road, next to Super Junior, on March 10. The owners of the dance ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, March 19, 2023 4:00 am
News
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Rebecca Sigh volunteers to better Vicksburg
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week volunteers with Vicksburg Main Street, Rebecca Sigh. Sigh is a Vicksburg native and is the mother of ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Saturday, March 11, 2023 2:00 pm
Local
VICKSBURG FACTS: A civilian’s perspective of the Siege
Do you know about Emma Balfour’s contribution to Vicksburg history? Emma Balfour’s writings during the Siege of Vicksburg became a major contribution to American history ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, March 10, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VICKSBURG FACTS: Famous female sculptor’s work a highlight of VNMP
Did you know a famous female sculptor created many sculptures and two monuments for the Vicksburg National Military Park? Theo Alice Ruggles Kitson, a famous ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, March 3, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Ernestine Bailey serves others in need
This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Ernestine Bailey, who volunteers with A Group of Concerned Citizens (AGCC). A Group of Concerned Citizens ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, February 26, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg’s Ellis Burks steps up to the plate
Did you know that Vicksburg is the birthplace of a legendary Boston Red Sox player? Ellis Burks was born in Vicksburg on Sept. 11, 1964. ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 24, 2023 8:00 am
Local
VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg native a CEO of Darden Restaurants
Did you know that Vicksburg is the birthplace of the CEO of Darden Restaurants? Clarence Otis was born in Vicksburg in 1956. Otis and his ...
by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 17, 2023 8:00 am
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