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Obits

James Thomas Baker (Tom)

James Thomas Baker (Tom), age 90, of Suwanee, Ga., passed away Mon., Jan. 1. Tom was born in Vicksburg to parents, Mary Susan Herbert and ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Thursday, January 11, 2024 3:31 pm

Downtown Vicksburg

Dangerously low temps forecasted early next week for Vicksburg area

Temperatures in the River City will drop to dangerous levels early next week, Monday, Jan. 15  through Wednesday, Jan. 17. National Weather Service forecasted lows ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Wednesday, January 10, 2024 9:36 pm

News

Volunteer Of The Week: Madison Heggins Carpenter believes that lives are changed for the better through volunteering

Our Volunteer of the Week this week is Madison Heggins Carpenter. Madison is a native of Vicksburg. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Wednesday, January 10, 2024 12:29 pm

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Marigaye Guidry-Cooper teaching a dose of reality every day

Marigaye Guidry-Cooper is a teacher at the Academy of Innovation (AOI). She has been teaching for 6 years. Guidry-Cooper is a finalist for the Vicksburg-Warren ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, January 9, 2024 4:21 pm

Local

When you say the ‘s-word’ in Mississippi

In Mississippi when the meteorologist says the “s-word”, aka snow, citizens of our great state well, lose their minds. They invade grocery stores like we ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Monday, January 8, 2024 11:14 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Tametricia L. Brown leads students with an open heart

Tametricia Brown is a kindergarten teacher at Dana Road Elementary. She lives her life with the same principle that she urges her students to live ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Monday, January 8, 2024 9:06 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Kaynetra Tucker empowers her students to reach for their dreams

Kaynetra Tucker is a teacher at Vicksburg High School, where she has taught history for the past four years. When asked to describe a lesson ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Saturday, January 6, 2024 10:33 am

Local

Volunteer of the Week: Lindsey Blackledge reaching out to Warren Counties Children

Our volunteer of the week this week is Lindsey Blackledge. Lindsey is a kindergarten teacher at Dana Road Elementary. She is in her third year ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Saturday, January 6, 2024 10:00 am

Obits

Brenda Marie ‘Cookie’ Smith

Brenda Marie “Cookie” Smith passed away Sun., Dec. 24, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Funeral services celebrating her life will be ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Thursday, January 4, 2024 1:02 pm

History

Should auld acquaintance be forgot: The story of ‘Auld Lang Syne’

“What does this song mean? My whole life, I don’t know what this song means. I mean, ‘Should old acquaintance be forgot’. Does that mean ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Thursday, January 4, 2024 9:02 am

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Christie Beasley is passionate about helping students find their voices

Christie Beasley teaches music and science while directing the St. Aloysius choirs and working on the sound team and as the liturgical music and dual-credit ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Wednesday, January 3, 2024 7:45 pm

Education

Teacher of the Year: Jerry Neal Price Jr. sets aside time to connect with students to discuss their goals

Jerry Neal Price Jr. is a teacher at River City Early College who believes making a true connection with his students helps them reach their ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, January 2, 2024 2:09 pm

Local

Pet of the Week: Beautiful Blossom is in need of a forever home

Blossom was rescued by River City Kitty Trap, Neuter, and Release (RCKTNR). She showed up at an area business a few months ago. RCKTNR posted ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, January 2, 2024 11:38 am

Obits

James A. Cardwell Sr.

James A. Cardwell, Sr., 79,  passed away Tues., Dec. 12, at his home in Tallulah, La., at approximately 6 p.m. due to past complications of ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Sunday, December 31, 2023 12:55 pm

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Pam Wilbanks has been teaching life lessons through literature for over 40 years

Pam Wilbanks teaches at Porters Chapel Academy. Wilbanks is a finalist for the Vicksburg-Warren County Chamber of Commerce’s Educator of the Year award. The Chamber ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Friday, December 29, 2023 5:53 pm

Local

Volunteer of the Week: Bill Mounger says that helping others brings him joy

This week’s Volunteer of the Week is Bill Mounger. He grew up in Jackson and graduated from Murrah High School. Later he went to Ole ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Thursday, December 28, 2023 7:54 pm

Local

Pet of the Week: Sisters Charlie and Lee are looking to be adopted together

Litter mates Charlie and Lee are 11-month-old females. These two tuxedo kitties are up to date with their vaccinations and are both spayed. They are ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Thursday, December 28, 2023 7:49 pm

News

Eric Anthony Phillips

Eric Anthony Phillips passed away on Dec. 17, 2023, in Vicksburg. He was 34. Funeral services celebrating his life will be held at 11 a.m. ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Friday, December 22, 2023 3:52 pm

Faith

Remember Jesus’ earthly parents this Christmas

In a lowly stable, a long time ago, a young couple welcomed their firstborn, a son. And angels sang, shepherds danced and kings took note. ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 7:15 pm

Education

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: Scott teaches her students to begin with the end in mind

Delishia Scott is a teacher at Warrenton Elementary who believes goals can be achieved when you begin with the end in mind. “This is Habit ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 7:09 pm

Local

Pet of the Week: She’s part Lab, part Dalmation and all sweet

This sweet little girl is 6 months old and is ready to find her furever home. She would make a great addition to any family. ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, December 19, 2023 2:07 pm

Local

Volunteer of the Week: Sam Godfrey lives out Christ’s command

This week’s Volunteer of the Week is Sam Godfrey. Godfrey is originally from Natchez. He married his wife Patty, who teaches at Warren Central High ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Sunday, December 17, 2023 11:38 pm

Local

GALLERY: Caroling Contest showcases vocal talents

Finals of the 18th annual V105.5 Caroling Contest were held Friday, Dec. 15, at the Vicksburg Convention Center. More than 50 entrants vied for spots ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Saturday, December 16, 2023 11:03 am

Obits

Ernest L. Fields

Ernest L. Fields, 65, of Champaign, passed away at 6:44 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, at OSF Heart of Mary Medical Center. You could ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Friday, December 15, 2023 12:54 pm

Local

Pet of the Week: This sweet Lab mix is in need of loving home

This pretty boy is a 2-year-old Lab-Pit mix. Even though he is shy he is sweet, loves other dogs and will make a great companion ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Wednesday, December 13, 2023 10:13 am

Local

Vicksburg Kiwanis providing Christmas Cheer through decoration donations

Several years ago, the Vicksburg Kiwanis Club recognized a need for providing Christmas Decorations to needy families in the community. The Kiwanis Club partnered with ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Tuesday, December 12, 2023 11:24 am

History

2222 Cherry Street was built in 1911

2222 Cherry Street- This house was built in 1911 at 2222 Cherry Street by Charles and Nellie Beer. The Colonial Revival house may have been ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Monday, December 11, 2023 11:02 pm

Faith

GALLERY: Living Nativity at Gibson Memorial United Methodist Church

Members of Gibson United Methodist Church presented a living nativity over the weekend. Church members have presented the two-night annual event for more than 20 ... Read more

by Tracye Prewitt, Monday, December 11, 2023 3:34 pm

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