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News

160 homeless counted: annual survey seeks to secure grant money

Homelessness is a problem felt everywhere, and Tuesday a group of people attempted to put a number on the issue, unofficially finding 160 homeless people ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Thursday, January 28, 2016 10:50 am

News

911 gets new computer system to streamline calls

Answers to calls at Vicksburg Warren 911 may sound a little different starting Monday. The call center is implementing a new computer call system and ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Wednesday, January 27, 2016 9:37 am

News

Agency hosting Obamacare Enrollment Day

Applying for healthcare can get confusing for anyone, but an agency out of Jackson is coming to Vicksburg to help alleviate that confusion and educate ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Wednesday, January 27, 2016 9:33 am

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Dispute leads to shooting

A 19-year-old man was shot Sunday night in a dispute at a car wash, police said. At 9:15 p.m. Sunday, officers responded to a call ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 26, 2016 9:53 am

Opinion

It’s never too late to start being healthy

We’re nearly a month into the new year and its about that time where people start falling off the New Year’s resolution wagon. It is ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 25, 2016 9:43 am

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Brooks found a career, happiness in working in nursing homes

Some people are lucky enough to know what they want to do with their life from a young age. Amie Brooks, activities director at the ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 25, 2016 9:37 am

News

VPD ready to use body cameras

Body cameras will soon be used in the Vicksburg Police Department. At Tuesday’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting, an agreed upon comprehensive policy and ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Sunday, January 24, 2016 12:00 am

News

Dr. Edney presents public health report card at Capitol

Physicians from across the state are promoting early education to improve the health for Mississippians. Local doctor and president of the Mississippi State Medical Association ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Friday, January 22, 2016 11:55 am

News

Police seek footage in malicious mischief case

A total of 38 counts of malicious mischief have been reported on three nights in Vicksburg over the past two weeks. Police Chief Walter Armstrong ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Thursday, January 21, 2016 9:14 am

News

In light of reduced overtime, city postpones possible fire station closure

The Board of Mayor and Alderman extended the deadline to close a city fire station by four months at Tuesday’s board meeting and canceled a ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 19, 2016 5:09 pm

News

Legislation may pave way for deputies to use radar to enforce law

Speeding in the county is something local sheriff’s offices have little control over, but new legislation is looking to change that. The Mississippi Sheriff’s Association ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 18, 2016 11:33 am

News

City’s street crew keeps us moving

The past couple of weeks have been busy for the city of Vicksburg’s Street Department. First with the waterline break leading to work having to ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 18, 2016 11:30 am

News

First flu case reported, not too late to get vaccinated

Flu season is coming into its peak, but it could be a mild year if people continue to practice good hygiene and get vaccinated. The ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Sunday, January 17, 2016 12:00 am

News

16 cases reported in mischief spree over the weekend

Sixteen more vehicles were vandalized in another malicious mischief crime bender early Saturday morning in Vicksburg. Reports came in from 1:30 to 5 a.m. Saturday ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Saturday, January 16, 2016 6:47 pm

News

VCC begins year in black

During the first quarter of the fiscal year, the Vicksburg Convention Center is estimated to be in the black over $11,000. “I actually did not ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Saturday, January 16, 2016 12:00 am

News

Military park hosting open house Jan. 15

Sometimes it can be easy to forget what a gem the Vicksburg National Military Park is to the Vicksburg community. For those who want to ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Wednesday, January 13, 2016 9:43 am

News

Barges break free when vessel hits old U.S. 80 bridge

Two barges are at the bottom of the Mississippi River and could be there for a long time. The motor vessel Ron W. Callegan, operated ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 12, 2016 1:16 pm

News

Popular lookouts closed to cars

Vicksburg is home to some spectacular views of the Mississippi River, but not all of the lookout locations will be open to cars while the ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 12, 2016 10:31 am

News

City deconstructing walls, opening railways

The railways will reopen as soon as today due to the changes to the predicted crest level of the Mississippi River. The High Water Response ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 12, 2016 10:24 am

News

Gas spill leads to I20 closure

A tanker accident Monday night led to the closure and rerouting of interstate traffic Tuesday. Around 11:30 p.m. Monday the driver of an 18-wheeler hauling ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Tuesday, January 12, 2016 9:42 am

News

As always, communication is key

The newsroom has been a buzz lately because of the rising Mississippi River projected to crest Friday, Jan. 15 at 50.5 feet. Luckily the predicted ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 11, 2016 10:46 am

News

Teamwork saves lives in the emergency room

Heroes come in all shapes and sizes and wear all kinds of uniforms. Most can’t do their job without the help of others and some ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 11, 2016 10:43 am

News

Dates set for gumbo cookoff, parade

Mardi Gras is coming early this year, and Vicksburg is in the beginning stages of preparing for the gluttonous holiday. Vicksburg’s Carnaval de Mardi Gras ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Monday, January 11, 2016 10:39 am

News

Driver charged in collision that claimed life

A two-car collision Sunday afternoon claimed the life of a Vicksburg native and led to charges for another. Vicksburg police chief Walter Armstrong said a ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Sunday, January 10, 2016 4:30 pm

News

Prepare your taste buds for 7th Chili for Children

Last year, between 1,500 and 2,000 people showed up to taste the sweet and smoky flavors of their neighbors’ chili recipes for a fundraiser of ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Sunday, January 10, 2016 12:00 am

News

Levee Street Market owner plans to weather flood

While The Old Depot Museum had to close its doors because of the rising waters of the Mississippi River, just down the road at Levee ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Sunday, January 10, 2016 12:00 am

News

Malicious mischief claims windows in mid-week crime spree

At least eighteen complaints of malicious mischief were reported to the Vicksburg Police Department starting Tuesday night and into Thursday morning. Windows of vehicles parked ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Friday, January 8, 2016 9:56 am

News

Warren County man accused of shooting in Winston County

A Warren County man accused of shooting another man during an altercation in Winston County last Friday was out on bail Thursday. William Daniel Ettinger, ... Read more

by Alana Norris, Friday, January 8, 2016 9:50 am

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