Sally Green, Author at The Vicksburg Post - Page 2 of 4

Faith

Baptist Association to host luncheon for first responders

The Warren Baptist Association (WBA) will host an appreciation luncheon for first responders at First Baptist Church on Cherry St. The luncheon is free for ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, October 27, 2024 9:22 am

Education

VWSD spreading word on Strategic Planning Coalition

The Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) is inviting community members to join the newly formed Strategic Planning Coalition. “(This is) a collaborative effort that brings ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:13 am

Lifestyles

Cancer & Covid: Pandemic complicated breast cancer diagnosis, treatment for local pair

Women diagnosed with breast cancer face numerous challenges, but being diagnosed with breast cancer in the midst of a worldwide pandemic brought hardship to the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 26, 2024 9:19 am

Crime

Sanders sentenced to life in prison, 15 years for sexual battery, molestation of 8-year-old

Circuit Court Judge Toni Terrett on Tuesday handed down a sentence of life in prison plus 15 years for 69-year-old Elza C. Sanders, who was ... Read more

by Sally Green, Tuesday, October 22, 2024 12:57 pm

News

Faith at The Foundry: Whitney strives to teach boys skills, provide Christian mentorship

Sometimes, great examples of faith aren’t found under the roof of a church, but in the hearts of people who are moved to provide Christian ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, October 20, 2024 4:45 am

News

Porchfest to celebrate 6th year with bands, food and fun

Vicksburg’s historic Fostoria neighborhood will celebrate its 6th annual Porchfest on Saturday, Nov. 2 with a lineup of notable bands, artisans, food vendors and festivities. ... Read more

by Sally Green, Friday, October 18, 2024 12:57 pm

News

Chamber Luncheon looks to past, present and future to kick off Vicksburg’s bicentennial celebration

On Wednesday, the Chamber of Commerce hosted a panel discussion at its monthly luncheon to kick off the 200th bicentennial celebration of the city of ... Read more

by Sally Green, Thursday, October 17, 2024 2:29 pm

Faith

Helping God’s people to a brighter future: Local pastor talks decision to enter ministry

Johnny Gibson III is no stranger to faith and church, but his decision to become a preacher arose from a deep desire to help people. ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 12, 2024 2:00 pm

Crime

6 sentenced Thursday in circuit court

Cases involving six defendants were heard before Judge M. James Chaney in the 9th Judicial Circuit Court in Vicksburg Thursday. Derrick Easter: Easter, who pleaded ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 12, 2024 1:04 pm

Local

Chamber’s October luncheon to focus on Vicksburg’s past, future

The Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce’s October Luncheon will celebrate the past, present and future of the River City, as it prepares for Vicksburg’s bicentennial ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 12, 2024 11:03 am

Crime

Repeat offender sentenced to 1 year in prison

A local man with a long rap sheet will spend a year behind bars after his most recent arrest following a hearing Thursday in Warren ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 12, 2024 9:11 am

Faith

Savor the flavor: Germanfest brings community together at Lutheran church

The Lutheran Church of the Messiah will host its 37th annual bratwurst dinner to celebrate Germanfest Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. Meals may be ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, October 5, 2024 8:27 am

Education

Flanagan-Jones named principal at Bovina Elementary School

Rebecca Flanagan-Jones officially took over as principal at Bovina Elementary School Tuesday. Jones stepped into the new role after 15 years of service in the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 7:19 pm

Faith

‘Lights to the World’: Holy Trinity campaign restores stained glass windows

The historic stained glass windows at the Church of the Holy Trinity have gotten brighter. After a multi-year restoration campaign in which the windows were ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, September 29, 2024 8:38 am

Education

VWSD’s top cop retires after 23 years on the job

After 23 years of service as chief of police for the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD), Dewayne Sims Sr. is hanging up his uniform. Sims, ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, September 28, 2024 8:14 am

News

Warren County man found guilty of sexual battery, child molestation

In a unanimous verdict handed down Thursday, a Warren County jury consisting of four women and eight men found 69-year-old Elza C. Sanders guilty of ... Read more

by Sally Green, Thursday, September 26, 2024 4:29 pm

Faith

First Presbyterian choir director finds joy in music

Sharon Penley’s parents were both children of the Great Depression, and her father fought in the South Pacific in World War II. They were staunch ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, September 22, 2024 7:23 am

Faith

Health Fair at Hawkins UMC to shine spotlight on wellness

Hawkins United Methodist Church is set to host a Health Fair from Sept. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the ALC Building at the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, September 15, 2024 10:29 am

Local

Are bears becoming a problem in Mississippi?

Following the recent sighting of a black bear near the Old Courthouse Museum in Vicksburg, some residents may be wondering about the status of the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Monday, September 9, 2024 1:00 pm

Faith

Faith in action: Warren Baptist Association steps up to help victims of bus crash

Early last Saturday morning (Aug. 31),  a horrific bus accident claimed the lives of seven people, injured more than 30 and left still more stranded ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, September 8, 2024 9:36 am

Faith

Planting seeds: Crossway hosts women’s conference

Women of all ages gathered at Crossway Church Saturday to attend “Rooted” 2024, a transformative conference geared to deepen their faith and enhance their understanding ... Read more

by Sally Green, Monday, September 2, 2024 7:54 am

Education

VWSD outlines Portrait of a Graduate program

A new initiative started by the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) was presented at its monthly meeting Thursday night. VWSD Deputy Superintendent Dr. Cedric Magee ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, August 31, 2024 2:43 pm

Faith

Holy Trinity’s Flower Guild blossoms in service to God

Carol McMillin always enjoyed the flowers on the altar at Holy Trinity Church and thought that “someday” she would get involved with that endeavor. That ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, August 25, 2024 9:08 am

Crime

Petition for compassionate release in 1994 murder conviction denied

A man convicted of murdering his mother in Vicksburg in 1994 appeared in a Warren County court Friday in a petition for a “compassionate release” ... Read more

by Sally Green, Friday, August 23, 2024 12:48 pm

Education

Holloway serves as guest speaker for Chamber Luncheon

Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) Superintendent Dr. Tori Holloway was the featured speaker at Wednesday’s Chamber of Commerce Luncheon at the Vicksburg Convention Center. Holloway ... Read more

by Sally Green, Friday, August 23, 2024 12:22 pm

Faith

St. George’s built on history and tradition

St. George’s Antiochian Orthodox Church has a long and steadfast history in Vicksburg. As immigrants from Lebanon and Syria began settling in the area, they ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, August 18, 2024 9:04 am

Columnists

Dorm rooms have changed, but college lessons are the same

It’s hard to believe the local schools are already back in session. Colleges will begin soon, and that means it’s time to load up the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Friday, August 16, 2024 8:14 pm

Faith

Presbyterian Women group holds luncheons, much more throughout year

First Presbyterian Church of Vicksburg’s Presbyterian Women hosted a potluck salad luncheon for the group Tuesday, celebrating the start of the fall season and the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, August 11, 2024 9:25 am

< Older Newer >

SportsPlus

  • Polls

    Which college football playoff team will win it all.

    View Results

    Loading ... Loading ...

  • Mississippi River level at Vicksburg

  • Calendar