Vera Ann Fedell, Author at The Vicksburg Post

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 ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, June 30, 2023 8:00 am

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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. ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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 ... Read more

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. ... Read more

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 ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 17, 2023 8:00 am

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