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Hopefully city leaders turn potential into action

The agreement between the city of Vicksburg and the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center to allow ...

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New park on farmers’ market site will be a huge draw for locals and tourists alike

Construction on the city’s latest park is under way and once completed will become an added attraction to ...

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ERDC involved in helping bring more technology-based jobs to the area

Today, area business owners are meeting at U.S. Army Research and Development Center Headquarters to learn how to ...

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We should all strive to fulfill the vision of Dr. King and help one another

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” — Dr. Martin Luther King ...

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City and taxpayers shouldn’t have to clean up the property of others

Jan. 7, the Board of Mayor and Alderman declared war on vacant and derelict cars and buildings in ...

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Mayor’s connections, effort to bring all to the table on bridge issue is very helpful

Mayor George Flaggs Jr., should be commended for taking the bull by the horns and driving forward in ...

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Academy Showcase offers chance to learn more about local schools

Parents have a great opportunity this evening to have a hand in their children’s education when the Vicksburg ...

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Community rallies to keep VNMP open

Our community is known for stepping up when it matters most and the last couple of weeks have ...

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We have an opportunity to move our community forward

The parties and the bowl games are over, the new year is beginning to settle in, and the ...

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Visit from HUD Secretary an incentive to work together for economic development

The visit of a key sitting United States Cabinet member was a significant event for Vicksburg and Warren ...

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A reasonable request

Mayor George Flaggs Jr. has made it official. He’s taking his 10-year, $55 million capital improvement plan, nicknamed ...

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Dedication, persistent hard work pays off for A-rated Bowmar and Bovina schools

Bowmar Elementary School has been a landmark in Vicksburg for decades with generations of students passing through its ...

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Local United Way knows how to get community involved in a good idea

For nonprofit organizations, fundraising is a way of life, and finding inventive ways to encourage people to give ...

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Magazine’s assessment of River City is something to be proud of

Most of us agree that Vicksburg is a wonderful place to live, work, play and even retire to, ...

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Board of Supervisors needs to reimburse the city of Vicksburg

We are pleased the Warren County Board of Supervisors has come on board with the work Pablo Diaz, ...

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Auxiliary waterline a necessity for city

Monday’s announcement of an additional $3 million for the city’s 592 auxiliary waterline project is welcome news for ...

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It’s a sad thing that we’re happy when less than 50 percent of voters turn out

The election season is finally over. According to records from the Circuit Clerk’s office, 47.28 percent, or 15,073 ...

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We are grateful for you, our readers, advertisers, staffers and carriers

As we at Vicksburg Newsmedia — The Vicksburg Post, Vicksburg Living magazine, Signs First and Speediprint — sit ...

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Vicksburg on the right track

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen’s fiscally conservative approach to handling the city’s finances has received a strong ...

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Make a concerted effort to spend your hard-earned dollars where they benefit you most

Thanksgiving is upon us and that means many of us are looking forward to that “Turkey Day” feast ...

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School district makes great strides in early childhood development

It has been proven that early learning for children is the cornerstone of their growth as students, and ...

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Diaz has proven he is the right person for economic development

The Warren County Port Commission made a sound decision giving Pablo Diaz a raise and extending his contract ...

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Voting in the runoff election Nov. 27 the best way to thank our soldiers

Military veterans across our nation will be honored today and Monday for their service in defending our country, ...

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Building for tomorrow today

Vicksburg High School’s future began Monday with a few shovelfuls of dirt. “This project that we’re embarking on ...

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As CJ Stewart knows, it’s all about taking advantage of life’s opportunities

Chuck Stewart, director of continuous improvement at Unified Brands, was the guest speaker of the monthly Vicksburg Warren ...

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Board of Supervisors need to realize economic development game has changed

There is a saying that “No man wants his cause as much as he talks about it.” When ...

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Natchez church deserves a round of applause; hope others follow their lead

New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Natchez is helping to rid Vicksburg of an eyesore and create viable ...

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Domestic Violence Month just as important as Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is readily recognized as National Breast Cancer Month and the observances and programs rightly call attention to ...

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