Students in the Vicksburg Warren School District continue to make significant gains in critical areas of learning, according to the latest Mississippi Department of Education statewide assessment tests released this week.

It’s good news for several reasons. First, it proves the innovative ideas are working within the school district, but an education system that is progressive and improving is critical in attracting new industry to our community.

An announcement in those efforts to attract new industry to Warren County is expected on Friday when Gov. Phil Bryant makes a return trip to Vicksburg.

Education and industry are working hand-in-hand here in Vicksburg and Warren County and the business community and state  are beginning to take notice.

This type of partnership where education creates a skilled workforce for industries to locate in Warren County and create high-paying jobs is crucial and we are blessed to have leaders within both entities who recognize the importance of working together for the betterment of our community.

We say congratulations and keep up the good work VWSD, and we cannot wait to hear what the future holds in the way of another job creation announcement.