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Eagles roll over Northeast, 45-3

Brad Banks, Hinds Community College’s quarterback, dives for a gain before being tripped up by Northeast linebacker L.P. Spence in the No. 4 Eagles’ 45-3 ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 15, 2000 12:00 am

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VHS’

Thornell, White pass torch to Lady Flash Horn For all of Eric Solis’ six years at Vicksburg High, he has coached the dominant girls cross ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 15, 2000 12:00 am

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Nettle, Vikings ready for test at No. 7 McComb

The first time Warren Central coach Robert Morgan met Corey Nettle, the eighth-grader was “chubby and slow,” the veteran coach recalled. Now, five years and ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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City police lieutenants question lack of testing for captain

Fearing the rank of captain will be eliminated from positions at the Vicksburg Police Department, four lieutenants addressed the city’s Civil Service Commission Wednesday. “Does ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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From September 14, 2000

MELISSA JACKSON HOCUTT Melissa “Missy” Jackson Hocutt died Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2000, as the result of an automobile accident. She was 30. Born in Pascagoula, ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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Bridge panel gets estimates to tear down, repair span

The commission responsible for the care and upkeep of the U.S. 80 Mississippi River Bridge has received two engineering estimates: one for repairs to the ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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PCA’s Riggs goes from fill-in to featured back

Early last season, Jeremiah Riggs filled in at tailback for Porters Chapel Academy and proved he could carry the load as the featured back. This ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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Ex-Viking linemen to get first starts for No. 4 Hinds tonight

Injuries and a poor showing by the Hinds Community College offensive line one week ago has led head coach Gene Murphy to start a pair ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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City to tap river’ with capital improvements

Plans to expand and beautify City Front made the list of improvement projects on Vicksburg’s list for next year, along with more new water wells ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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Port Gibson taking action against dogs

Port Gibson officials said today is the day they will begin taking action against packs of wild or seemingly ownerless dogs. Although supported by some ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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Watching and remembering

William Floyd of Vicksburg, 77, looks out over the Mississippi River with binoculars from Riverfront Park Wednesday afternoon. Floyd, who has been retired from the ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 14, 2000 12:00 am

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From September 13, 2000

VIRGINIA BARNES CHICAGO Virginia Barnes died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2000, at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Chicago. She was 66. Mrs. Barnes was born in ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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Vicksburg officials OK $30.2M spending plan

In what Mayor Robert Walker called the first step toward independence from gambling taxes, Vicksburg officials Tuesday approved a $30.2 million spending package for the ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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Corps’ Division swears in new commander

Brig. Gen. Edwin Arnold was sworn in Tuesday as the new commander of the Mississippi Valley Division and president designate of the Mississippi River Commission, ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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VHS to be without versatile Brown for two weeks

The undefeated Vicksburg Gators (3-0) will go to Yazoo City (0-3) Friday night without one of their most dangerous weapons. J.J. Brown, the Gators’ leading ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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Shuffles, promotions announced at VPD

The Vicksburg Police Department’s Narcotics Division has been overhauled, and its commander has been replaced. Lt. Billy Brown will now head the division formerly led ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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Second police precinct planned in Kings

Mayor Robert Walker announced plans Tuesday to open a second police precinct, this time in Kings on North Washington Street. “We want to go where ... Read more

by parkerweb, Wednesday, September 13, 2000 12:00 am

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Playoff position, pride on line for WC, VHS

When Warren Central and Vicksburg renew their rivalry today at Lady Vike Field, playoff positioning will be on the line along with pride. The winner ... Read more

by parkerweb, Monday, September 11, 2000 12:00 am

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Fire destroys mobile home

A Vicksburg firefighter is silhouetted against the flames from a mobile home fire Sunday evening. (The Vicksburg Post/PAT SHANNAHAN) A thick, black column of smoke ... Read more

by parkerweb, Monday, September 11, 2000 12:00 am

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VHS wins crucial game over WC

Warren Central’s Anna Mitchell slides safely into 3rd base in front of the tag from Vicksburg’s LaToya Trunell. (The Vicksburg Post/ROB MAXWELL) Vicksburg High made ... Read more

by parkerweb, Monday, September 11, 2000 12:00 am

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County approves emergency action to shore up erosion near foundation

Warren County will spend about $20,000 to correct an erosion problem threatening the foundation of the Bovina Volunteer Fire Department. Supervisors authorized the county road ... Read more

by parkerweb, Monday, September 11, 2000 12:00 am

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2 win millions on same slot loop in minutes

Louis White, left, holds a check for more than $2 million presented by the Isle of Capri Casino after he hit the jackpot on the ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 8, 2000 12:00 am

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Supreme Court candidates tell reasons they’re in race

Frank Vollor of Vicksburg said he’s running for a seat on the Mississippi Supreme Court because of frustration with how the court operates. His opponent, ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 8, 2000 12:00 am

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Bid accepted for roads to hospital; construction to begin next month

Road work is expected to begin next month on U.S. 61 North connecting access roads to the site of the hospital under construction near Culkin ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 8, 2000 12:00 am

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Mold cleanup at Dana Road school to begin with moving books Saturday

Cleaning up the moldy library at Vicksburg Intermediate and Dana Road Elementary will begin Saturday with the removal of the 14,000 infested books. The Vicksburg ... Read more

by parkerweb, Friday, September 8, 2000 12:00 am

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CITY WOMAN FACES SHOPLIFTING CHARGES A

CITY WOMAN FACES SHOPLIFTING CHARGES A Vicksburg woman was arrested Wednesday on shoplifting charges, Vicksburg Police officer Beverly Prentiss said. Oscyaba Crawley, 18, 2907 Washington ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 7, 2000 12:00 am

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Hinds’ defense prepared for better test with Holmes

The Hinds Community College Eagles passed their first test on the road to another berth in the state championship with a 38-0 blanking of Coahoma ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 7, 2000 12:00 am

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Weekend forecast good for farming, bad for racing

The rain forecast for this weekend is good news, but it could hinder the turnout for Saturday’s 12th annual Over the River Run. The race, ... Read more

by parkerweb, Thursday, September 7, 2000 12:00 am

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