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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

Faith

Faithful flavors: Boolos recognized for 42 years with Men’s Breakfast Club

Good days start with a good breakfast and every Tuesday, a little love is served up on a plate when David Boolos prepares breakfast for ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, August 4, 2024 7:47 am

Local

Citywide unity prayer rally promotes harmony, support for local schools

As the 2024-25 school year gets under way, Junius Ward Johnson Memorial YMCA will serve as the host site for a community-wide time of prayer ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, August 3, 2024 1:03 pm

Faith

From combat to clergy: Retired colonel embraces life as priest

After a distinguished military career spanning 33 years, Rick Roessler exchanged the role of colonel for the title of priest, and now dedicates his life ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 28, 2024 12:19 pm

Faith

Rising star: Young preacher lives by faith while overcoming obstacles

At only 19 years of age, Ken’Darion Jones might be young, but he’s often described as possessing the maturity and discernment of someone much older. ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 21, 2024 8:12 pm

Education

School board holds hearing on proposed 2024-25 budget

On Thursday, the Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) Board of Trustees held a public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25. VWSD Chief ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 21, 2024 6:26 pm

Education

VWSD honors life, service of late coach

The Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) Board of Trustees met Thursday in a regular board meeting. During the meeting, Noland Smith was honored posthumously with ... Read more

by Sally Green, Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:06 pm

Crime

Mother sentenced to 30 years in 2023 death of 3-year-old son

On Wednesday in Warren County court, Judge M. James Chaney sentenced Brooke Mallett to 30 years in prison, the maximum sentence allowed by law, in ... Read more

by Sally Green, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 5:15 pm

Business

Hometown heritage: Third generation of Hylands take charge at Farm Bureau

For Wil Keen Hyland, Vicksburg has been a part of his life as long as he can remember. Summer visits with his grandparents, Dee and ... Read more

by Sally Green, Monday, July 15, 2024 7:31 am

Faith

Golden gathering: OASIS group at Crossway enjoys fellowship

OASIS, or Outstanding Adults Sharing in Service, is a large group of senior adults spending time together at Crossway Church. The mission statement of the ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 14, 2024 8:48 am

Faith

Bona Vox choral group to perform in Vicksburg

Bona Vox, a choral group made up of young professionals from Louisiana, will perform in Vicksburg this week. The group will take the stage Thursday ... Read more

by Sally Green, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 1:27 pm

Crime

Jailer killed on duty memorialized 50 years later: the story of A. ‘Holly’ Koerper

When Warren County jailer A. “Holly” Koerper reported to work at 6 a.m. on the morning of July 6, 1974, he had no idea it ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 7, 2024 7:51 pm

Faith

‘Coming through the fire’: Local duo helping others overcome addiction through God

Joey Nash and James Nowel Jr. have teamed up to help people overcome addictions, which they say can come in many forms. “Drug addiction, pornography, ... Read more

by Sally Green, Sunday, July 7, 2024 8:00 am

Local

Terrett hosts All Rise Summer Youth Workshop

Ninth Judicial District Circuit Court Judge Toni Terrett says she has a passion to educate young people about the legal system and what goes on ... Read more

by Sally Green, Friday, July 5, 2024 11:09 am

Faith

Hands and feet of Christ: Jackson Street MB Church hosts food pantry

James Doss stood in the searing sun, cheerfully singing “Bring it on down! Ease on down the road!” as he motioned cars to move into ... Read more

by Sally Green, Tuesday, July 2, 2024 8:41 am

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