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We want our leaders looking for every saving possible

No one likes to pay taxes. No matter the tax you pay, whether it is a sales tax, ...

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State accountability scores cannot measure what our schools mean to our community

Last week, parents, teachers, administrators and students celebrated Bovina Elementary School’s “A” rating in the recent state accountability ...

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Better format, better questions needed in future town halls

There’s plenty to be encouraged and discouraged about following Thursday’s town hall held by the Vicksburg Police Department. ...

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Promoted officers are examples of hard work, commitment to service

Wednesday, the Vicksburg Fire Department held a promotion ceremony announcing new ranks for four of their team members. ...

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County making good strides in solving litter problem

The Warren County Board of Supervisors made good strides in solving the litter problem when they passed a ...

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Voters must take the time to become better educated

When it comes to November’s general election, what are the issues that matter most to you? What are ...

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Make the commitment to learn the job you’re asking us for

Elections are by their very nature the most stringent of job interviews. For months those seeking office — ...

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Community heroes prove heroic in Harrison’s rescue

Just imagine the fear that was going through Ricky Harrison’s mind as he woke up Friday morning. Not ...

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Town hall rules and regulations are frustrating, but understandable

Censorship in any form is something to be questioned and challenged. That said, there are reasonable limits to ...

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Make time to attend public safety town hall

Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 10 at 5:30 p.m. The Vicksburg Police Department will host a town ...

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Another great dinner over the river

Last week’s Supper on the ‘Sip, an event held on the Old Mississippi River Bridge that served as ...

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What will we remember from September?

With September now in our rear view mirror, what will we remember from the month? Will we remember ...

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It’s time to curb the vaping epidemic

With the news that the Mississippi State Department of Health reported its first death associated with vaping, it’s ...

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We again take time to thank those who put their lives on the line for us

It is not every week when violent crime dominates the headlines like it has this week. It is ...

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Our community owes so much to Loviza’s commitment to public education

There was something fitting by the way Joe Loviza stepped away from his seat on the Vicksburg Warren ...

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Attention to a ‘fast’ problem is a good, first step

Positioned near the sidewalk on Cherry Street, just as the road merges with Halls Ferry Road, sits a ...

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Violence in Vicksburg will not, must not stand

We are left saddened, concerned and frustrated by the violence in Vicksburg over the weekend. There are no ...

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Leadership Vicksburg offers newcomers and natives a platform to invest in community

If you are new to Warren County and are looking for ways to get involved, the Vicksburg-Warren Chamber ...

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‘Ms. Sue’ exemplified what we hope, expect from those who serve the public

This week, the city of Vicksburg said goodbye to Sue Roberts, an employee who graced the offices and ...

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Voting is not only the right thing to do, it is the responsible thing to do

Tuesday, officials with the Warren County Election Commission released the sample ballots for the Nov. 5 general election. ...

Our Opinion

District’s pre-K program is something worth showing off

When Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood made a trip to Warren County to learn more about the Vicksburg ...

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Second Saturday is a perfect showcase for downtown Vicksburg

If you are in town and have free time today, head downtown for a football-themed “Second Saturday” event. ...

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It’s time for the public to stand up, say something

During the Monday, Sept. 2, meeting of the Warren County Board of Supervisors, there was time set aside ...

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Interest by Starbucks proof of thriving Vicksburg economy

A good, strong cup of coffee, whether it comes from a pot brewed at home or from one ...

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Much has changed, but our commitment to freedom must remain unshaken

Wednesday is one of those dates on the calendar where, for those who are old enough to remember, ...

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Join us in paying respects to K-9 Officer Thor

What happened to the Vicksburg Police Department’s K-9 officer Thor Tuesday is a tragedy. It’s a tragedy to ...

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Focused economic development leadership paying off

The full terms of the deal will not be known for a few weeks, but what is known ...

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We will have as much crime as we are willing to accept

There are those who believe they speak for the whole of Vicksburg and believe they have a megaphone ...

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