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Warren Central lifters to show off strength in state championship

Vikings are known for their strength and determination when heading into battle and Warren Central will channel its inner spirit Viking this weekend. Seniors Caleb ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, April 16, 2016 12:10 am

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McDowell and Spencer to compete for VHS in state powerlifting meet

A person doesn’t have to be the size of the Hulk to lift like him. In a complete rebuilding year for Vicksburg High’s powerlifting team, ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Thursday, April 14, 2016 10:43 am

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Rhythm Run back for second edition

The DiamondJacks’ Rhythm Run 5K is back for a second episode of music and exercise. As part of the 29th Annual RiverFest Music and Arts ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Thursday, April 14, 2016 10:42 am

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Gators go through OTAs in preparation for spring practice

Mid-April is when the sun begins to make its way back to the constellation known as high school football. Although spring practice for Vicksburg High ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 9:39 am

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Witnessing sports history can be exhilarating, fun

To witness history being made in real time, especially in sports, is always exhilarating and becomes ingrained in the spectator’s memory for life. I remember ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Tuesday, April 12, 2016 10:19 am

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Warren Central baseball knocks off Madison Central 5-2

The Warren Central baseball team continues to show it can compete with any team in the state. Warren Central bested Madison Central 5-2 Saturday afternoon ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, April 9, 2016 11:46 pm

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Porters Chapel’s defense not enough to stop Wilkinson County

It looked to be anyone’s game between Porters Chapel and Wilkinson County Christian Academy on a breezy Friday evening. However, a midgame surge and a ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, April 9, 2016 12:23 am

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St. Al knocks off reigning state champ Manchester

Battling rain and the defending state champions, the St. Aloysius tennis team pulled together to dethrone MAIS royalty. The Flashes served their way to a ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Thursday, April 7, 2016 8:53 am

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WC tennis enjoying big season

Warren Central’s tennis team has quietly compiled a 7-1 record, and its next goal is to claim a division championship. The Vikings haven’t won a ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Thursday, April 7, 2016 8:50 am

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Ridgeland pulls away late to beat Missy Gators

Tuesday’s matchup against Ridgeland provided a dose a déjà vu for Vicksburg High. It allowed itself to get into a manageable deficit against its opponent, ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 10:18 am

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Making all-county selections an ancillary bonus to sports writing

Making the decisions for all-county teams is pretty fun. That’s where all the critical analysis of players comes in tact. I’m fortunate enough to extensively ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Tuesday, April 5, 2016 9:19 am

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Rogers prepares seniors for life after high school

In his two years of coaching at Vicksburg High, Marcus Rogers got his football team to the playoffs, helped his players learn how to be ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Friday, April 1, 2016 8:00 am

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Lifeguard’s job more than just watching for danger

As summer looms in the next few months and pools begin to open, it’s going to be the responsibility of several in the community to ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, March 30, 2016 10:16 am

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Ground breaks for new WaterView Casino

Monday, DiamondJacks Hotel and Casino became the new WaterView Casino and Hotel. Mayor George Flaggs, Alderman Michael Mayfield, hotel general manager Tony Scudiero and other ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Tuesday, March 29, 2016 10:39 am

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March Madness is real and should be checked

As March comes to an end, there’s one event that has captured the attention of even the most casual sports fan — the NCAA Tournament. ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Tuesday, March 29, 2016 8:23 am

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WC coach becomes three-time Coach of the Year

The 2015-16 season for the Warren Central girl’s basketball team was filled with youth who had to grow and mature as the season progressed. Warren ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Sunday, March 27, 2016 12:26 am

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WC’s Walton the glue that holds the team together

On the court, Shaun Walton’s face becomes visible with emotion. Whether it’s frustration from having to battle from a deep deficit, or the adrenaline of ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Sunday, March 27, 2016 12:23 am

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Callahan finishes Vicksburg career with top honors

It was five years ago when Karry Callahan stepped foot in Vicksburg High’s gym to play for coach Barbara Hartzog. Since then Callahan stepped up ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Sunday, March 27, 2016 12:22 am

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Missy Gators allow late surge in loss

Early on, Vicksburg seemed to be in control of its softball matchup with Bogue Chitto Friday evening. Mya’h Wright scored the first run for Vicksburg ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, March 26, 2016 12:25 am

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Hats of respect

Church is a sacred staple in the black community. Tales are told of it being the only place where blacks could congregate and embrace their ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Friday, March 25, 2016 11:55 am

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Vicksburg High trio charts course for the future

The stressful weight of deciding where to attend school after graduation has been lifted for three Vicksburg High seniors. Ishmael Williams, Brandon King and Jared ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Thursday, March 24, 2016 9:55 am

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AmeriCorps volunteers beautify Beulah

When a pledge is made to serve a community, it’s carried out through the end. While the final destination for 150 AmeriCorps volunteers from the ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10:39 am

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Crossfit in Vicksburg for all fitness levels

Tucked away behind The Aeolian and across from Wells and LaHatte stands a gym that is one of a kind in Vicksburg. Crossfit Bayou Bluffs ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 10:35 am

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Alcorn tennis plays twice this week at Halls Ferry Park

Normally, spring break is a time of relaxation and gives undergraduates a chance to explore the country. University of Nebraska Omaha tennis coach Michael Saniuk ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 9:35 am

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St. Aloysius thumps Riverfield again

Riverfield Academy’s Blake Daniel hit a home run over the left field fence in the top of the fifth inning against St. Aloysius Tuesday evening. ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Wednesday, March 23, 2016 9:30 am

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Finding the bright side of rained out spring games

Hot weather can be so miserable. The dry heat that causes sweat, critters nipping and hovering around the body, and the agitation associated with a ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 11:07 am

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Schools, community take pride in athletic facilities

When current Vicksburg Warren School District Superintendent Chad Shealy stepped into the position in 2013, he faced a situation that immediately shifted his attention to ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, March 19, 2016 8:54 pm

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WC, Vicksburg archery teams ready for North State competition

On Tuesday, archery teams from Warren Central and Vicksburg High will shoot to establish themselves among the state’s best. The two Warren County teams, along ... Read more

by Alex Swatson, Saturday, March 19, 2016 12:02 am

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