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What’s your favorite Vicksburg attraction?

Recently, I met someone who goes by the name of Evil Greg. Don’t worry — as I was told before meeting him — the only ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 10:22 am

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Winters named STAR student; chooses Regina O’Leary as STAR teacher

Rikaiyah Winters has been named as a STAR (Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition) Student at Vicksburg High School for the 2015-2016 school year by the Mississippi Economic ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 10:21 am

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Local entrepreneurs pitch idea to potential investors

A Vicksburg company specializing in artisan, ready-to-eat meals was one of about two dozen featured startup companies at a showcase at New Orleans Entrepreneur Week ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 18, 2016 7:13 pm

Business

Easter shopping season revs up

An early Easter means an early shopping season for many boutiques in town, especially those catering to children. Although Frederick’s Children’s Boutique opened in 1950 ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 18, 2016 11:13 am

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PROFILE 2016: Off the path

Hunters and owners are just fine knowing the river and development has passed Davis Island by The floodwall in Vicksburg serves a dual purpose: On ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 17, 2016 11:34 am

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PROFILE 2016: What’s in a name

The overall impact of the Mississippi River on Vicksburg might never be figured, but for some businesses the river is too important to pass up. It ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 17, 2016 11:27 am

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4 local organizations competing for cash

Four local charities are competing with organizations in seven states as part of Community Aces Challenge, a social media contest launched by Isle of Capri ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 17, 2016 9:38 am

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Wright gets West Point appointment

For the first time in a decade, a Warren Central High School student has received an appointment to a military academy, principal Eric Green said. ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 17, 2016 9:32 am

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St. Aloysius helps collect 326 bags for children

Many children arrive at the Warren County Children’s Shelter with what few possessions they were able to bring tossed in a trash bag. To help ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 15, 2016 10:28 am

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For many, every day is Pi Day

Math enthusiasts rejoice: it’s Pi Day. Pi Day is celebrated each year on March 14 because the date resembles the ratio of a circle’s circumference ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Monday, March 14, 2016 10:07 am

Business

Oasis introduces new location, pool park

Oasis Pools & Spas has a new location in Vicksburg, but a step out the back door feels like a tropical getaway. Owner Jason Daniels ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 11, 2016 8:33 pm

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College students spending spring break serving Vicksburg

While college students around the nation have flocked to sunny shores for spring break, several are choosing alternative destinations. Students Today Leaders Forever offers students ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 11, 2016 10:40 am

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Community shred day Saturday

Identity theft seems to be an all-too-common issue these days, but a statewide partnership coinciding with National Consumer Protection Week is helping make the thieves’ ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 11, 2016 10:38 am

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Funds raised in Wilson’s honor going to Thursday’s victims

After Sharen Wilson’s alleged killer Rafael McCloud broke out of the Warren County Jail last Wednesday, family, friends and community sought to get him back ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 11, 2016 10:36 am

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Funds raised in Wilson’s honor going to Thursday’s victims

After Sharen Wilson’s alleged killer Rafael McCloud broke out of the Warren County Jail last Wednesday, family, friends and community sought to get him back ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Thursday, March 10, 2016 4:33 pm

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Warren County votes accordingly, has nearly 37 percent voter turnout

Warren County voted in line with the rest of the state yesterday, which awarded the majority of its delegates to Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Wednesday, March 9, 2016 10:48 am

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High school journalism critical discipline

Since I moved to Mississippi about a year and a half ago, I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Mississippi Scholastic Press Association, a ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 8, 2016 10:46 am

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St. Al students create website for Nashville interior designer

When students sign up for Christin Matthews’ web design class, it’s typically unlike any they’ve enrolled in before. Matthews treats the class like a small ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 8, 2016 10:16 am

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Reward money nearly $25,000 for McCloud

In less than 48 hours, nearly $15,000 has been raised to accompany the existing $10,000 reward for information leading the Rafael McCloud’s arrest. The money, ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Monday, March 7, 2016 3:11 pm

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Essay and poster contest announced

Trees are poised to get a lot of attention from school-aged children across the nation in the coming weeks. “We All Need Trees” is the ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Monday, March 7, 2016 11:16 am

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Donate your excess bags to good cause

Spring cleaning is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to clear out excess backpacks, duffel bag and cosmetic bags, all for ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Saturday, March 5, 2016 8:20 pm

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Vicksburg Warren Schools focus learning around a career theme

One of the biggest reasons students drop out of high school is due to relevancy, and the Vicksburg Warren School District is revolutionizing its approach ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Saturday, March 5, 2016 8:11 pm

Business

Hampton Inn is new race HQ

For 37 years, since 1980, Run Thru History has been held rain or shine on the first Saturday in March, but this year, veterans to ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, March 4, 2016 11:02 am

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Everyday heroes are all around us

On most days, The Vicksburg Post has a standing feature on the front page. On Wednesdays it’s Health & Fitness, Thursdays we do a Downtown ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Tuesday, March 1, 2016 12:19 pm

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MSU Extension partners with Community Garden

A chance meeting between Mississippi State University Extension Agent Anna McCain and Shape Up Mississippi President Linda Fondren has resulted in an obvious partnership. Fondren ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Monday, February 29, 2016 10:04 am

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Pet Idol contest: Make sure your pet gets the recognition it deserves

Do you think your pet has what it takes to be crowned the best of the best in Vicksburg? The Vicksburg Post wants to find ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, February 26, 2016 11:29 pm

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Code Red misfires on weather alert

Warren County Emergency Management Agency Director John Elfer said the public has advised to ignore a Thursday afternoon Code Red alert for a severe thunderstorm. ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, February 26, 2016 9:58 am

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Bus incident investigation continues

CLAIBORNE COUNTY — A female student is accused of stabbing a Port Gibson High School male student in the back with a pair of scissors ... Read more

by Austin Vining, Friday, February 26, 2016 9:57 am

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