Vera Ann Fedell, Author at The Vicksburg Post

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

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Godshaw and Bergeron final winners for Educator of the Year

During the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Wednesday, the 34th annual Educator of the Year award winners were announced. The winners in the ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Thursday, February 16, 2023 3:57 pm

Local

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Cisi Mathews makes students excited to learn

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Tuesday, February 14, 2023 11:54 am

Local

VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Terence James coaches players on and off the court

This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Terence James, who volunteers at the YMCA as a Junior Prep Basketball coach. James is a ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, February 12, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Shonda Morson’s classroom is a judgment-free zone

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Saturday, February 11, 2023 8:00 am

Local

VICKSBURG FACTS: Myrlie Evers-Williams faced challenges with open arms

Did you know Vicksburg is the hometown of civil rights activist Dr. Myrlie Evers-Williams? Myrlie Evers-Williams, born Myrlie Beasley, is an American civil rights activist ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 10, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Danielle Miller uses small groups for success

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 10, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Kathy Parker is all booked up

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Wednesday, February 8, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Jennifer Stewart uses the three big Cs 

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Saturday, February 4, 2023 8:00 am

Local

VICKSBURG FACTS: Vicksburg’s first Black alderman

Do you know the story of Vicksburg’s first Black alderman, Wesley Crayton? Wesley Crayton was Vicksburg’s first Black alderman and an affluent businessman. He was ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 3, 2023 9:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Out of chaos comes knowledge

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, February 3, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Megan Carney’s strategy brings student success

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Wednesday, February 1, 2023 8:00 am

Local

VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Ashton Hotard gives her time to Good Shepherd

This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Ashton Hotard, who volunteers at the Good Shepherd Community Center with the Junior Auxiliary. Hotard is ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, January 29, 2023 8:00 am

Faith

Fisher marks 25 years at Greater Grove Street MB Church

The Rev. Dr. Casey Fisher, pastor of Greater Grove Street Missionary Baptist Church, will celebrate his 25th anniversary with the church on Sunday. Fisher, a ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, January 29, 2023 4:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Eloise Ford gives a life-saving lesson

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Saturday, January 28, 2023 8:00 am

Business

REINDEER RESULTS: $38,000 donated to Paws Rescue of Vicksburg

A $38,000 check was presented to Paws Rescue of Vicksburg by Reindeer Run organizers on Thursday afternoon. The group gathered at Toney Town on U.S. ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, January 27, 2023 11:05 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Cassandra Ringo keeps students current

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, January 27, 2023 8:00 am

Local

VICKSBURG FACTS: Wait one moment — I’m on the phone

Do you know when Vicksburg started using telephones? After the invention of the telephone in 1876, the product began to expand into other cities, including ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, January 27, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Esparanda Sampson makes a safe space for learning

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Wednesday, January 25, 2023 8:00 am

Local

VOLUNTEER OF THE WEEK: Aaleiya Williams helps out one diaper at a time

This week’s Vicksburg Post Volunteer of the Week is Aaleiya Williams, who volunteers at the Center for Pregnancy Choices (CPC) in Vicksburg. Williams is a ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Sunday, January 22, 2023 8:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Ebony Gardner helps students take the next step

This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce, featuring each of the nominees ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Saturday, January 21, 2023 4:00 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Aleah Lick keeps students engaged in learning

By Vera Ann Fedell | The Vicksburg Post This article is part of a series by The Vicksburg Post, in partnership with the Vicksburg-Warren County ... Read more

by Vera Ann Fedell, Friday, January 20, 2023 8:00 am

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