It is time to take our city back from the life-long politicians We can do it by changing our form of government and we can do that with the right person in the North Ward Alderman’s seat Our community’s success and financial ability all come down to who gets elected to the power seats then every penny goes through their hands and into the hands of political cronies and allies Vicksburg has been using this archaic and inefficient system for 111 years If you wonder why Vicksburg hasn’t taken off as an economic center with high-paying jobs and low crime this ancient system keeps us unable to compete in the modern world Only 1% of the country still uses this system of government Here is the form of government that modern cities use across America to combat this 111-year-old archaic and inefficient system This new system employs a city manager and a council to oversee them but they will be a figurehead to cut ribbons and kiss babies This new system is set up just like a big corporation keeps the company financially viable and makes financial decisions based on what is best for the company and not who knows who The first financial decision that should be made is that council members are not paid or are paid a minimal amount That means our $126,000 a year mayor and 90k aldermen go away and are replaced with 5 or 7 non-politicians whose sole purpose is ensuring our tax dollars are well and smartly spent I am certain there are five or seven people of goodwill in our community who will monitor the CEO/city manager This change can be made by the new North Ward Alderman and one other vote There is an Elephant in the City of Vicksburg But No One Sees it – Joseph Williams Shooting at Superior Crab leaves one injured; two in custody Vikings advance to North State for the second year in a row thunderstorms expected midweek in Vicksburg Belhaven clinch CCS Title with shutout win over Huntingdon Co-Lin names Randy Bolden Head Basketball Coach WASHINGTON, D.C. (VDN) — U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith of Mississippi urged a top USDA nominee Tuesday to help remove trade barriers hurting American farmers President Donald Trump’s pick for Undersecretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs She asked him to fight unfair foreign restrictions that limit U.S “Mississippi producers are under pressure,” Hyde-Smith said Hyde-Smith focused on foreign bans linked to animal disease outbreaks She said these restrictions often lack a scientific basis and drag on too long “China used BSE as an excuse to block U.S He promised to push back on non-science-based trade barriers and stand up for U.S “This won’t be acceptable under President Trump’s America First agenda.” Hyde-Smith also raised concerns about imported catfish “Mississippi leads in catfish production,” she said “Our growers follow strict safety and environmental standards Lindberg said he would work with USDA and other agencies to protect U.S “It’s hard to believe we import 75% of our seafood,” he said “I’ll fight to make sure our producers can compete at home.” The committee also reviewed Devon Westhill’s nomination as Assistant Secretary of Agriculture for Civil Rights The video of the session can be found here Funding crisis threatens Vicksburg shelter for women and children WC’s Burrell commits to the University of West Alabama 2025) – Vicksburg Shipyard is establishing vessel repair and maintenance operations in Vicksburg The project represents a $26 million corporate investment over the next five years and is expected to create at least 44 jobs in Warren County A subsidiary of Louisiana-based Terral RiverService Vicksburg Shipyard is purchasing assets and land at the Port of Vicksburg Vicksburg Shipyard will service most of Terral RiverService’s 42 boats and more than 200 barges as well as service many other maritime companies’ boats and barges that may have previously gone out of state for repairs and maintenance Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership also is providing assistance for the project Vicksburg Shipyard plans to begin operations immediately “The Mississippi River is a vital passageway to domestic and international markets for so many companies with extensive shipping needs Not only will Vicksburg Shipyard’s new maintenance and repair operations create quality jobs and ensure critical work is performed locally the project also strengthens river commerce along the Mississippi Vicksburg Shipyard is another economic development success for our state and for our impressive maritime industry.”– Gov  “Mississippi’s integrated transportation network is crucial to ensuring companies efficiently get goods to domestic and international markets in record time Vicksburg Shipyard’s new location at the Port of Vicksburg further facilitates the timely delivery of products to consumers as hundreds of vessels will be maintained right here at home and fit for service that much quicker Our blue economy is one of the top in the country and MDA is proud to welcome Vicksburg Shipyard as its newest addition.” – MDA Executive Director Bill Cork  “We believe Vicksburg Shipyard will not only help Terral RiverService operate more efficiently but will help many of the towing companies and barge lines operating in and around Mississippi and along the Mississippi River Bringing jobs to the communities we live and operate in has always been a focus of Terral RiverService and we look to continue that with the growth of Vicksburg Shipyard.” – Terral RiverService CEO Tom Gattle “Vicksburg Shipyard will be a shot in the arm for the shipbuilding industry in the State of Mississippi and in Vicksburg These are good-paying jobs for our community that will continue to build on the strength of our local economy and the area’s long term economic strategy.” – Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs “Warren County’s economy thrives when private businesses see this as a strong place to locate and to grow Many factors support projects such as this enormous investment by Vicksburg Shipyard competitive tax rates and quality of life for their employees The Warren County Board of Supervisors is committed to working with leaders of business and industry to strengthen our economic environment as much as possible.”  – Warren County Board of Supervisors President Kelle Barfield We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze how you use this website and provide the content and advertisements that are relevant to you These cookies will only be stored in your browser with your prior consent You can choose to enable or disable some or all of these 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appointed former Mississippi Gov which Trump has tasked to “fix a terribly broken system” and shift disaster response and recovery from federal to state government The appointment comes as Mississippi awaits a response from the Trump administration on whether it will approve Gov Tate Reeves’ request for a federal disaster declaration for deadly tornadoes in mid-March would allow families and local governments devastated by the storms to receive federal assistance Trump recently denied a similar request for Arkansas Trump has said states should shoulder more of the burden for disaster response and recovery and he and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem have threatened to shut down the Federal Emergency Management Agency altogether “I am proud to announce the formation of the FEMA Review Council who are Highly Respected by their peers,” Trump wrote on social media “… I know that the new Members will work hard to fix a terribly broken System and return power to State Emergency Managers including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Govs Greg Abbott of Texas and Glenn Youngkin of Virginia “Honored to receive this appointment …” and that “Unfortunately we’ve earned a lot of experience with natural disasters and recovery in Mississippi Mississippi saw seven deaths and an estimated $18 million in destruction from multiple tornadoes on March 14-15 the same storm system that caused damage in Arkansas The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency reported that 233 homes were destroyed across 14 counties Reeves told reporters he believed there was a “high likelihood” the state’s damages from the March tornadoes would meet the threshold for FEMA’s Individual Assistance which provides direct payments to disaster victims The Trump administration’s FEMA has denied federal assistance for flooding in West Virginia tornadoes in Arkansas and a storm in Washington state and refused North Carolina’s request for extending relief after Hurricane Helene After Hurricane Katrina’s devastation in 2005 Mississippi received nearly $25 billion in federal relief spending which state leaders have credited with saving the state from ruin and allowing communities and families to rebuild Mississippi Today first published this article. Vicksburg Daily News republishes it here under a Creative Commons license Navigating loneliness workshop to be held May 3 at Crossway Candidates Forum set for May 15 ahead of Vicksburg Municipal Election Fowler and Stephanie Forth | News Channel 3 — About 20 officers and an armored vehicle were stationed for a standoff at the Prairie Meadows Apartment complex in Vicksburg for several hours Monday Vicksburg Police Chief Scott Sanderson told News Channel 3 the incident stemmed from a domestic assault that occurred in the area between 6:30 a.m A person involved in that alleged domestic assault then fled to the apartment complex located on West Prairie Street near North 2nd Avenue in the Village of Vicksburg Sanderson said that person was in possession of a firearm and responding crews subsequently got occupants out of the building before setting up a perimeter around 8:30 a.m the person surrendered and was taken into custody without incident or injuries who added that they will be seeking charges in the coming days You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser or activate Google Chrome Frame to improve your experience My coworker Terri Frazier asked me if I would be interested in writing this column about a new board game she had heard about Bryan Green and Jack Greene had told her that they had been playing Thunder on the Mississippi a recently released strategic wargame based on the Vicksburg Campaign of the Civil War My wife and I have a substantial board game collection so I was eager to learn more about a game that takes place in my proverbial backyard I met Green and Greene at Greene’s home in Vicksburg Laid out on a dining table was the large game map a rendering of the surrounding area stretching as far west as Vicksburg and as far east as Jackson and all of it overlaid with a hexagonal grid The entirety of the map measures about 32 inches by 44 inches Greene has had an interest in wargaming since 1959 “Three or four of us would get together almost every Friday and play at our friend’s house down the street My friend and his brother had set up a game on Gettysburg,” Greene said Greene has released several variations of a board game of his own design called Iron Bottom Sound a series of tabletop wargames based on naval warfare in the Pacific theater during World War II Green and Greene gave me the rundown on Thunder on the Mississippi They described a game based on historical accuracy and realism as well as detail I was talking to a good friend of mine about Thunder on the Mississippi I was apparently enthusiastic about it because my friend then purchased the game for me as a birthday gift 11 of those scenarios represent a different battle in the campaign The twelfth and longest scenario encompasses the entirety of the campaign The main rulebook is a fairly dense 21 pages who said that once players understand the rules a single scenario can be played in an hour or less I’m struck by the granularity of detail regarding the game’s mechanics a single hex involves taking into account several aspects of the situation and terrain The player receives an allotted portion of movement points according to a die roll and various modifiers Types of terrain cost varying amounts of movement points to traverse common around Vicksburg and unique to this game is a terrain type that makes it difficult for troops to move through The side of the hex the unit crosses also has attributes that affect movement A road might cost fewer movement points than a ferry The unit’s fatigue level is then impacted after movement which affects its ability to march and fight… I think Thunder on the Mississippi is a game of charts Green said that despite the intricate ruleset keeping track of one’s troops and their status is quite manageable “The point is there are very few game counters on the board,” he said but I can also see how they would become second nature after a bit of study and playtime The interesting bit inevitably comes after understanding the rules It’s all about your movement and getting in a position and taking into account that terrain,” Green said “To put yourself in a position so that you can force an outcome or achieve a victory.” Each turn represents one day during the campaign Forces also don’t necessarily fight when they make contact with each other “You can force retreat because you took some piece of key terrain or you blocked the rail line or you cut off their supply,” Green said the winner may not necessarily have to destroy the enemy to win Confederate forces achieve victory by preventing the Union from holding key positions I did not know my gaming hobby would take this turn Thunder on the Mississippi is published by Multi-Man Publishing and can be purchased online Two games on the Monday college basketball schedule feature a ranked team including the matchup between the Wake… The Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Florida Panthers is one of many solid options on today’s NHL slate.… The Southern Jaguars versus the Florida A&M Rattlers is one of many compelling options on Monday in SWAC… Ranked squads will be on Monday’s college basketball schedule in two games including the Kansas Jayhawks taking on… Austin Lumberjacks square off in one of many compelling matchups on the… Has the Mississippi River's high waters affected you View Results Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInJACKSON (WLBT) - A new Civil War Museum is coming to the city of Vicksburg in 2028 Planning and designing are underway for Vicksburg’s newest tourist attraction “The Vicksburg Military Park is the most visited cultural site in the state of Mississippi lacks the space for expansion,” Megan Bankston Vicksburg Project Manager with the Mississippi Department of Archives and History said The State Legislature has given the Mississippi Department of Archives and History Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park & Campaign and the National Park Service at the Vicksburg National Military Park New Civil War museum coming to Vicksburg by laurenalexisharvey24 on Scribd project leaders spoke with the public about what a new museum would offer “We are now in the midst of the initial concept phase working with our good friends at Perkins and Wills trying to understand what visitors will actually see What are the stories they’re going to encounter as they go through the exhibits?” James Lide Head of Content and Interpretation with Gallagher and Associates The building’s architecture will mimic the rolling hills of the Delta allowing for a more immersive experience and paying homage to how the landscape helped the Union Army succeed in Vicksburg “I think when you come in and insert a build environment in this historic park So we start by understanding how the building can relate very closely to the landscape The topography here in Vicksburg and the landscape that park is rolling large views and anything you put here has to take advantage of that,” Howard said Exhibits will be made to accommodate more than just history fanatics exhibits will entertain all learning styles and age groups “It’s particularly important you think about children Think about the sort of media environment that kids grow up with today they can watch videos on YouTube,” Lide said and find ways to do that through media and interactive kinds of experiences.” The Museum is expected to open its doors in 2028 Want more WLBT news in your inbox? 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Please click here to report it and include the headline of the story in your email New Civil War museum coming to Vicksburg by laurenalexisharvey24 on Scribd has declared a state of emergency for the city of Vicksburg in response to rising water levels on the Mississippi River which are expected to reach 48 feet by the weekend Flaggs said Monday the declaration comes after speaking with Warren County Emergency Management Director John Elfer Flaggs said the city and county are continuing to monitor river conditions as updates and new forecasts are released Elfer said Tuesday that the water could exceed flood stage as early as Friday and cautioned residents to be aware of the portions of Warren County that are typically affected by rising waters we mitigated most of the houses that flooded,” Elfer said we’re not so much worried about structures getting flooded to include Highway 465 that runs from (Highway) 61 to Eagle Lake.” Elfer said residents should refrain from driving over any roads that are under any amount of water please do not drive around road-closed signs or barricades,” he said Elfer said other areas prone to flooding during events like what is expected this week and into the weekend include Flaggs said he has also been in contact with Vicksburg Public Works Director Dane Lovell who said a flood wall is being installed as a precautionary measure Lovell said crews will be staging and assembling the wall in areas along the river that are historically prone to impact from flooding “I appreciate the timely updates from Mr Elfer and the readiness and responsiveness of our Public Works Department,” Flaggs said “We are taking the necessary steps to stay ahead of this situation and ensure the safety of our residents.” city officials said the gate located on Clay Street had already been closed to traffic and the gate on China Street should be used to access the river Golding Barge Line President and CEO Austin Golding said the high waters are a blessing and a curse for his operation it definitely makes northbound transit slower and it makes southbound transit more dangerous,” Golding said “Going northbound is a much harder shove and southbound you really got to be careful with how much we load the boats up And then really watch how we navigate bridges and critical points within the system swifter river to work within than it normally is.” But Golding said long periods of low water bring a different set of problems for barges which may be mitigated by the upcoming rise is we’ll take some high water after dealing with low water for forever it may help kind of gouge the river out and give us a little bit of a headstart heading into the fall It’s a natural way for it to all work out.” Flaggs said the city will continue to monitor river levels and will provide updates over the course of the week Flaggs may be reached directly at 601-942-0492 More information will be released as it becomes available Are you concerned about the Mississippi River exceeding flood stage View Results Harold began a lifelong banking career at First National Bank He was a graduate of Carr Central High School and received degrees from Mississippi State University and the LSU School of Banking Harold was a member of First Presbyterian Church Men’s Sunday School Class and a small group Bible Study He served his community as a past president of Jaycees treasurer of the Warren County Heart Association a volunteer at the Salvation Army diner and a member of the Rotary Club Harold was graced with loving family and faithful friends who were especially comforting to him during his illness and confinement He was grateful for compassionate care from the Gentiva Hospice staff and companions from 24/7 caregivers A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church Tuesday There will be a private burial at Cedar Hill Cemetery Memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church View Results 2025) – The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership announced today that a new company named Vicksburg Shipyard is establishing vessel repair and maintenance operations at the existing Port of Vicksburg The project represents a $35.6 million corporate investment over the next five years and is expected to employ 44 people in Warren County a subsidiary of Louisiana-based Terral RiverService is acquiring assets and land at the Port of Vicksburg The new entity will service Terral Riverservice’s fleet of boats and barges and service other maritime companies’ assets that would have previously gone out of state for repairs and maintenance This strategic move ensures that critical maritime maintenance stays within Mississippi further bolstering the state’s economy and Vicksburg’s role in the Mississippi River commerce and the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership assisted the project’s location in the community The Mississippi Development Authority is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive Tate Reeves has expressed his excitement about the project “The Mississippi River is a vital passageway to domestic and international markets for so many companies with extensive shipping needs,” Reeves said “Not only will Vicksburg Shipyard’s new maintenance and repair operations create quality jobs and ensure critical work is performed locally Vicksburg Shipyard is another economic development success for our state and for our impressive maritime industry.” Terral RiverService CEO Tom Gattle echoed Reeves’ excitement “We believe Vicksburg Shipyard will not only help Terral RiverService operate more efficiently but will help many of the towing companies and barge lines operating in and around Mississippi and along the Mississippi River,” he said “Bringing jobs to the communities we live and operate in has always been a focus of Terral RiverService and we look forward to continuing that with the growth of Vicksburg Shipyard.” George Flaggs said the announcement is great news for the River City “Vicksburg Shipyard will be a shot in the arm for the shipbuilding industry in the State of Mississippi and in Vicksburg,” Flaggs said “These are good-paying jobs for our community that will continue to build on the strength of our city and the long-term economic strategy we are implementing.” Warren County Board of Supervisors President Kelle Barfield reaffirmed the county’s commitment to economic development “Warren County’s economy thrives when private businesses see this as a strong place to locate and to grow,” she said “Many factors support projects such as this enormous investment by Vicksburg Shipyard The Warren County Board of Supervisors is committed to working with leaders of business and industry to strengthen our economic environment as much as possible.” president & CEO of the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership “This project is an excellent fit for the Port of Vicksburg and our region not only because it provides high-paying jobs and investment for the community but also because it will help attract and keep more dollars in the local economy by providing needed services to the regional maritime industry We are excited to welcome Vicksburg Shipyard as part of our business community and look forward to supporting their success and growth in the region executive director of the Mississippi Development Authority added “Mississippi’s integrated transportation network and MDA is proud to welcome Vicksburg Shipyard as its newest addition.” The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership brings together the Vicksburg Warren County Chamber of Commerce and the Warren County Economic Development Foundation to lead Warren County’s and the City of Vicksburg’s Economic Development Efforts Pablo Diaz is the President & CEO of the Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership Was the decision by DOGE to cut AmeriCorps NCCC the right move View Results 2025 municipal election in Vicksburg will take place without need of primaries for any of three races appearing on the ballot officials with the Vicksburg City Clerk’s office confirmed Wednesday deadline to qualify for the races of mayor Ward 1 alderman and Ward 2 alderman in Vicksburg three candidates have emerged for the mayoral race; two candidates will vie for the office of alderman in Ward 2; and Ward 1 Alderman Thomas “T.J.” Mayfield will run unopposed Vicksburg City Clerk Deborah Kaiser-Nickson said both Republican and Democratic executive committees have verified there is no need for primary elections in 2025 Officially running for office of mayor on the 2025 ballot are incumbent Mayor George Flaggs Jr former Vicksburg Ward 1 Alderman Willis Thompson (D) and Kasman Massey (I) more than one Independent candidate in the same race does not constitute the need for a primary; however two Democrats or two Republicans would trigger a primary were the candidates running for the same office In the race for Vicksburg’s Ward 2 Alderman seat incumbent Alex Monsour (R) will face challenger Vickie Bailey (I) Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInVICKSBURG (WLBT) - B&B Theatres Vicksburg Mall 6 announced on their Facebook page Wednesday evening that they would be closing their doors permanently at the end of the day B&B Theaters expressed in the post that the decision to close the location was not made lightly They also stated that “the company remains committed to ensuring that all of its locations align with brand standards and long-term forecast.” we are constantly evaluating our circuit to ensure that every location reflects the experience and quality our guests expect,” said B&B Theatres President Brock Bagby “While it is always difficult to say goodbye to a location we remain focused on our broader strategy of growth and reinvestment in the future of our company both independently and alongside partners that share that strategic vision.” B&B Theatres stated in the post that they were grateful for the support of the Vicksburg community and their staff See a spelling or grammar error in our story? Please click here to report it and include the headline of the story in your email Bowling is coming back to Vicksburg for the first time since the city’s only bowling alley closed in August 2023 New owner of the facility at Vicksburg Mall Brian Weaver said Fun Lanes Bowling Center should be up and running in approximately a month he plans to bring a family friendly atmosphere everyone can enjoy “I’m all about having a place for families and for kids,” Weaver said Mississippi and owns Indian Lanes bowling alley in Clinton said opening a second location in Vicksburg just made sense “I heard the place had just been sitting here and it’s a beautiful place,” Weaver said “Some of my staff had been here bowling back when it was open Vicksburg needs something.’ I have a niece who lives here and just hearing things about the kids wanting to have something to do that’s safe My goal is I want to see kids come in here having a great time with families that he has decided Fun Lanes Bowling Center will not sell alcohol and will bring in security for weekends as part of continuing efforts to create a fun and safe environment Weaver also said he appreciated the support and assistance he has received from city leaders “The City of Vicksburg has just been an awesome team since day one,” Weaver said “They have been so awesome since I stepped over here and (Ward 2 Alderman Alex Monsour) has been all over it They’ve been great since step one.” Weaver said the next step is an official opening and to begin hiring his local staff “We’ve been over here for a couple weeks now so we’ve just got so much to do,” he said We’re going to put something up and we’ll have a Facebook page up soon.” Monsour said Weaver and company have the full support of the City of Vicksburg “This is what this administration has been working toward,” Monsour said “Trying to get these types of family oriented venues back in the City of Vicksburg.” Weaver said official information concerning a grand opening date job opportunities and other details will be coming the next several weeks I’ve been learning a lot this week about what exactly takes place when the Mississippi River exceeds flood stage I know it probably seems a bit less urgent for those of you who have been through this before but it’s my first time seeing exactly how everything comes together in preparation for the mighty Mississippi stepping out of bounds On top of learning about why this happens every few years – notably 2011 and 2019 most recently – I’m being brought up to speed from local officials like John Elfer at the Warren County Emergency Management Agency and Dane Lovell at the City of Vicksburg Public Works Department on how the city and county are able to prep for such an event Wednesday also happened to be the day my Leadership Vicksburg class was scheduled to visit USACE’s location at the Port of Vicksburg and the men and women there gave us an in-depth look at how the Vicksburg District operates during such an event as well during times of low water on the river it reminds me of something very familiar: an approaching hurricane I know this part of the South is also impacted by hurricanes I have plenty of memories of a storm making landfall less than an hour from where my family’s house sat One of the things both of these events have in common is time That kind of time obviously helps with preparation things can also change with such a large window of time in play Sometimes those changes are for the better; sometimes for the worse In the case of this week’s anticipatory prep work it seems the river’s rise has slowed a bit But the biggest commonality I see between these two events is the potential for danger due to the sheer force of water Whether it’s the Mississippi River breaching its banks or the storm surge from a hurricane water simply cannot be stopped; it’s going to go where it wants It’s amazing to see the progress we’ve made in the last 100 years in our efforts to divert and control water we’re at its mercy if things get bad enough I’m sure most of us remember that the majority of the damage in New Orleans from Hurricane Katrina wasn’t from wind but from the storm surge that flooded areas when the levees failed I’m not writing about the awesome power of water because we’re throwing up our hands and hoping for the best as the high waters approach It’s impressive to see what officials are doing all up and down the river to keep us safe I’m also learning there are spots in both the county and city that are just going to be under water when the floodwaters make it to our area and residents who have been here any substantial amount of time are aware of that we’ll still be keeping you up-to-date on where floodwaters are expected to impact our area – including in this edition – in print and online until the danger has passed as we were advised by EMA earlier this week Whether it’s the river or the Gulf or whatever we’re calling it this week contributing to flooded areas the rules are the same: don’t try to drive through a flooded street; don’t ignore safety signs of any kind and keep your ears and eyes open for updates and new warnings until the danger is over water may be something we all need to live but it’s also one of the deadliest forces on the planet Blake Bell is the general manager and executive editor of The Vicksburg Post. He can be reached at blake.bell@vicksburgpost.com As you look to the distance at Fort Hill and at other high points in the park you will see a waterway in the distance This waterway is not the Mississippi river but rather a passage connected to the Mississippi called the Yazoo River So how could it be one river today but an entirely different river 150 years ago The Mississippi River is a dynamic and changing river Its course has changed many times and it will eventually change its path again There are several factors that contribute to the change in courses of the Mississippi River As the water flows through each of these meanders there is a difference in the rate of flow between the inside and the outside of the meander Water on the outside of a meander has a further distance to travel thus it flows faster than the water on the inside of a meander This change in energy results in an area of erosion and an area of deposition in each meander where the water is moving at a higher velocity the banks of the riverbed are being cut away the slower rate of flow on the inside of the river bend allows for the sediments being carried in the water to settle out and be deposited This allows for the growth of meanders and the change in shape for the river as silt and sediment clog the rivers main channel finding a path that is steeper and more direct in its path to the Gulf of America These meanders that became cut off from the rest of the river system create lakes known as abandoned meanders or oxbow lakes Many of these abandoned meanders provide important marshland wildlife habitat The last major change to the river’s course in the Vicksburg area occurred in 1876 the Mississippi River suddenly changed courses by its own power succeeded in cutting across the Desoto Peninsula something which the Union troops had failed to orchestrate 13 years prior Download the NPS app to navigate the parks on the go He was born to Alex Williams and Louise Mataham April 13 Williams enrolled at Southern University in Baton Rouge He would graduate with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education degree in biology and general science Their union would produce two beautiful children Williams started his career as a biology and science teacher He then became assistant principal at South Vicksburg High School and Vicksburg Junior High School Williams would go on to become principal at Vicksburg Middle School Williams was highly active in the Vicksburg community He served on numerous commissions and governing boards Williams served as vice chairman of the Vicksburg Bridge Commission of Warren County Williams leaves to cherish his memory a devoted wife Opal Williams White and son-in-law Kenneth Carl White of Lawrenceville Arrangements by Dillon-Chisley Funeral Home Last year proved that it’s not only Southern women who enjoy a beautiful table setting made their way to the River City for the first-ever Beautiful Table Settings Bash Vicksburg organizers are gearing up for a second BTS Bash Vicksburg that is scheduled to run from Jan who founded the Beautiful Table Settings Facebook group in 2019 held the first BTS Bashes in her hometown of Wetumpka being one of Eason’s more than 200,000 followers reached out to her to see if she would be interested in helping with one in Vicksburg After coming to Vicksburg and being impressed with the community Eason agreed to help Coulter and Caldwell with the inaugural event This year’s event is set to be just as fun and exciting as last year’s with speakers including former editorial director of Mississippi Magazine and author of seven entertaining and decorating books Patty Roper and former Vicksburg resident Maggie Stamm Langston who is a Dallas-based lifestyle influencer and entertaining expert and daughter of the late Lauren Stamm longtime food editor for The Vicksburg Post Maggie will share her signature approach to mixing old and new and contrasting textures and styles to create eclectic one-of-a-kind tablescapes that inspire even the most intimidated hostesses speakers will also include Eason; Melissa Bishop who  will share storage tips for beautiful table collections; antique expert Justin Peters who will be on hand to appraise treasures; Catherine Strange owner of the Hennington House in Hattiesburg and co-author of “Fearless Entertaining: One Vase 52 different Ways;” Sassafras owner Margie Steckler; and Keith Winkler who is the marketing manager for Replacements Ltd Other happenings scheduled for BTS Vicksburg ticket holders include a wine and cheese gathering from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m catered lunches that will be served on Jan and vendor shopping throughout the three-day event “I am thrilled to be participating in the BTS Vicksburg Bash this year as a vendor Lea has acquired many beautiful pieces of china crystal and vintage decorative items that she will have for sale “Although all of this has taken over our house it has been a tremendous amount of fun to sort through create displays and then box it all up to be ready to move it into the BTS Bash exhibit space in just a few weeks,” she said Lea will also have tablescaping items as well as table toppers and a few things she has created in her “sewing room.” Vicksburg resident Cindy Thrana will also be among the vendors at the BTS Bash specializes in vintage and antique fabrics china and crystal will also be for sale from the Lamensdorf estate in Yazoo City Tickets are $165 and are available at btsvicksburgbash.com Harley and I have worked diligently this past year to bring another successful Beautiful Table Settings Bash to our hometown,” Coulter said “With the support of our local table setting enthusiasts we will continue to let Vicksburg shine and bring positive attention to our historic your best friends and come join us January 30 through February 1.” Additional VIP events are also being offered at btsvicksburgbash.com Let Us Eat Cake — the event will be held from 7 to 8 p.m Chocolate and Wine Pairing — seatings will be offered at 5 Tickets are $25 and are available by calling Hot Cider and Home Tour at The Corner Mansion Inn — tour times will run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m Champagne Brunch —10:30 a.m. Feb. 2 at the historic Duff Green Mansion, 1114 1st East St. Tickets are $50 and available at www.eventbrite.com/e/champagne-brunch-at-the-duff-green-mansion-tickets Dinner at Anchuca Historic Mansion and Inn — available from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30, 31 and Feb. 1. A brunch will be available from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Feb. 2. Reservations can be made online at anchuca.com or by calling 601-661-0111 After Hours Downtown Main Street Shopping — participating Main Street merchants on Washington Street will stay open until 7 p.m Specials and discounts will be offered to BTS BASH attendees Vicksburg Bicentennial Ball — from 7 until 10 p.m. Feb. 1 at the B.B. Club, 721 Clay St. The event will include food, music, dancing and an open bar. Tickets are $75 and $100 for the ball and after party and are available at www.eventbrite.com/e/vicksburg-bicentennial-ball-tickets-1110562144269 She is a part-time reporter at The Vicksburg Post and is the editor of the Vicksburg Living Magazine which has been awarded First Place by the Mississippi Press Association She has also been the recipient of a First Place award in the MPA’s Better Newspaper Contest’s editorial division for the “Best Feature Story.” Terri graduated from Warren Central High School and Mississippi State University where she received a bachelor’s degree in communications with an emphasis in public relations Prior to coming to work at The Post a little more than 10 years ago she did some freelancing at the Jackson Free Press she enjoyed being a full-time stay at home mom Terri is a member of the Crawford Street United Methodist Church She is a lifetime member of the Vicksburg Junior Auxiliary and is a past member of the Sampler Antique Club and Town and Country Garden Club “From staying informed with local governmental issues to hearing the stories of its people a hometown newspaper is vital to a community I have felt privileged to be part of a dedicated team at The Post throughout my tenure and hope that with theirs and with local support I will be able to continue to grow and hone in on my skills as I help share the stories in Vicksburg VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The projected crest for this year’s Mississippi River flood event has been updated to around 48 feet on April 23 Warren County Emergency Management Director John Elfer reports “The Mississippi River at the Vicksburg gauge is predicted to crest around 48 feet by April 23 and the backwater is predicted to crest around 90-91 feet This is considered moderate flooding and will impact numerous roads including HWY 465 Eagle Lake residents can ride the Yazoo Backwater Levee from Hwy 61 to Hwy 465 to access Eagle Lake The Steele Bayou Control Structure is closed “The Steele Bayou Structure Gates are closed The Backwater is currently at 88.5’ (up 0.3’ in the past 24 hours),” said Peter Nimrod Chief Engineer for the Mississippi Levee Board “The Corps predicts the backwater will crest around 90’ to 91’ before the gates can re-open there are 156,000 acres underwater in the South Delta The Corps predicts the gates will re-open by the end of April.” Be safe during a flood and do not cross a flooded roadway Most people who die or need to be rescued in a flood are in a vehicle after attempting to cross a flooded roadway “We want to remind people that it is illegal and dangerous to bypass road closed signs and road barricades,” said Elfer use caution while traveling the backwater levee and pay attention to the latest forecasts.” Skywarn storm spotter training happening April 21 in Vicksburg Classical Easter concert to celebrate church restoration in Natchez VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Mississippi River at Vicksburg is projected to reach flood stage as early as next Saturday according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Current projections from the NWS indicate the Mississippi River will reach flood stage The river is forecast to continue rising throughout the next week and is currently predicted to hit 47 feet the following Saturday Recent heavy storms dumped up to a foot of rain across the Mississippi and Ohio valleys leading to the updated projections The Mississippi River gauge in Vicksburg is 1.6 miles downstream from the mouth of the Yazoo Diversion Canal The record flood stage for Vicksburg is 57.1 feet One injured after hitting “Openwood Plantation” sign at Newitt Vick Severe Storms Possible Saturday Night in Vicksburg The City of Vicksburg and the Vicksburg Convention Center (VCC) have announced the Fourth Annual Jester’s Ball will take place Friday “Guests will be treated to an evening of music delicious food and fun,” VCC officials said “Lots of throws and prizes will be included as well The highlight of the evening will be announcing the 2025 Mardi Gras Jester.” A limited number of VIP tables (seat 8) are available for $400 and include a champagne reception before the ball sponsored by Julie Patton Johnson-Keller Williams Individual VIP tickets are available for the reception and ball for $50 each All tickets will include a sampling of heavy hors d’oeuvres and a full night of entertainment featuring the sounds of Doctor Zarr’s Amazing Funk Monster The Jester’s Ball will be held at the VCC Experience the thrill of turkey hunting as a group of hunters pursue the elusive North American Turkey Slam Live turkey activity updates from our experts in each region Coverage from the annual trade show in Las Vegas At the convergence of the Mississippi and Yazoo rivers in the state of Mississippi’s unique and history-rich Delta region a city of 22,000 best known for its significant role in the Civil War Vicksburg’s geographical location made it an ideal center for the early steamboat and railroad industries thereby turning the town into a strategic target coveted by both the Union and Confederate armies The “key to the South,” as Abraham Lincoln referred to Vicksburg prompted a pivotal battle that resulted in the isolation of Louisiana and heavily influenced the outcome of the Civil War oxbow lakes and vast hardwood bottomlands make Vicksburg a hub for outdoor enthusiasts Whether you’re looking for a Southern destination to track down big deer shoot gobblers or ducks or wet a line for catfish Vicksburg offers a host of opportunities both close by and within comfortable driving distance The area has plenty of prime settings for waterfowl hunters to target mallards flooded agricultural lands hosting some of the largest concentrations of wintering waterfowl in the Mississippi Delta While deer hunting in Mississippi doesn’t garner the attention it receives in other places the Magnolia State does produce monster whitetails and Vicksburg’s surrounding area is home to some of Mississippi’s biggest bucks is the country’s only national forest consisting entirely of hardwood bottomland an exceptional habitat with all the makings for deer to grow healthy and quite large the Delta offers hunters excellent odds of taking down a mature buck more than half the bucks harvested were 3 1/2 years old or older Of course, deer are not the only big-game species that abounds. Wild hogs plague the Delta region and they remain fair game year-round (check the latest regulations just to be safe) folks visiting Vicksburg stand a good chance to spot black bears which are currently protected in Mississippi and thanks to the state’s recent conservation efforts Delta National Forest is also a big draw for turkey chasers who find a healthy population of birds and 60,000 acres of flat and fertile terrain to hunt the Mississippi Delta offers superb hunting for small game the squirrel and rabbit seasons will both be underway and probably at their best Sunflower WMA and Panther Swamp National Wildlife Refuge have plenty of habitat for bushytails and bunnies And though you surely won’t be the only one taking advantage of the prolific hunting grounds you should have no trouble locating gray and fox squirrels check your prospective area’s regulations and season dates before loading Rover into the dog box It’s also a good rule of thumb to monitor the river levels ahead of your trip and some of the land you plan to hunt could be under water With the mighty Mississippi at its doorstep and several tributaries and lakes all around it Vicksburg has more than enough options to make anglers happy the Mississippi River is known for its monster blue catfish and offers endless opportunities for DIY anglers The largest blue cats are typically caught deep and with heavy gear so make sure your rigs are up to snuff before making the trek Bob Crosby of Blue Cat Guide Service (bluecatguideservice.com) is based right in Vicksburg He’s been fishing the river for more than 20 years and has a reputation for consistently putting his clients on trophy cats Action with bass and panfish is both good and consistent in many of Vicksburg’s surrounding waters keep in mind that cold snaps in Mississippi can be harsh and the fishing during winter can be fickle some years February brings a false spring that kickstarts the crappie bite offers some of the best crappie fishing this time of year and is only a half hour away from Vicksburg The Yazoo River also affords anglers chances to tangle with catfish Eagle Lake can provide solid bass action during the pre-spawn It might not quite match the fishing at renown Okhissa Lake just down the road If your trip happens to fall during an especially cold stretch try your luck with drop-shot rigs along aggressive If it’s an unseasonably warm February spinnerbaits or some type of a craw imitation can be dynamite in the shallows You could also pack a 7- or 8-weight fly rod and fling popping bugs or streamers for bass Fish repeatedly targeted with the same lures can be more responsive to flies and even 1- to 2-pounders are loads of fun on the buggy whip history and music buffs will find plenty to see The Vicksburg National Military Park boasts more than a thousand acres and nearly 1,400 Civil War monuments and memorials An hour’s drive south will put you at the Windsor Ruins the enormous columns that remain from the Windsor Plantation and somehow feel older than the state of Mississippi itself The city does a great job of preserving and promoting its African-American and music histories you can find historical markers and follow the African-American Heritage Tour to visit sites of significance and explore prominent buildings associated with the city’s early African-American residents Many of the markers are also part of the Delta Blues Trail which highlights the region’s rich musical history and talented musicians like Willie Dixon the Vicksburg native inducted into the Blues Rock & Roll and Songwriters halls of fame He authored many of the hit songs recorded in the 1950s and ’60s by the likes of Muddy Waters If you’re looking for a place to stay, the Anchuca Inn is one of the city’s oldest bed-and-breakfasts While its website glosses over some historical context (i.e this nearly 200-year old home survived the Civil War and provides a glimpse into the city’s architectural history and founding members There’s a number of specialty shops, boutiques and gift stores around town. Make a pit stop at Parish Waterfowl Company on Washington Street where you can enjoy a coffee drink and pick up a beautiful custom duck call or browse through a selection of apparel and outdoor-related products Be sure to pet the shop’s mascot and namesake a black Lab that accompanies the proprietor Vicksburg also has plenty of excellent eateries. If you’re in the mood for seafood or Southern cuisine, try 10 South which offers a rooftop bar with views of the Mississippi River the Yazoo Diversion Canal and the historic downtown area Visitors should also try the renowned Delta tamales (different from their Latin-style counterparts in that they are simmered instead of steamed use cornmeal instead of corn flour and are typically spicier) consider doing the “tamale crawl” and sample the tasty cornmeal concoctions at numerous dives and restaurants in the region For additional information on local attractions or lodging and dining options, go to visitvicksburg.com Kevin Steele continues the thrilling North American Turkey Slam right in his backyard exploring his home state of California in search of the elusive Rio Grande species As Kevin undertakes another day of pursuing the elusive Rio Grande Turkey demonstrates effective patterning and preparation techniques for a successful turkey hunt The North American Turkey Slam challenges hunters to harvest all four species of North American turkeys: the Rio Grande Kali Parmley kicks off the adventure by heading to Florida to pursue the elusive Osceola In this episode of “Crash Course,” host Shane Beilue takes a look at the buzz toad a versatile lure that pairs the topwater action of a buzzbait with the anti-fouling properties of a weedless frog Packing all of your essentials is a necessity when heading out to camp But you must have a vehicle to get everything from point A to point B And the Polaris Xpedition has ample cargo space to transport most anything you could possibly need all while providing a fully enclosed ride along the way Gone are the days where your side by side exposes you to the elements The fully enclosed Polaris Xpedition keeps you comfortable and dry regardless of what Mother Nature throws your way during your camping adventures Fishing an unfamiliar body of water can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming Our eagerness to dial in the bite is often weighed down by the magnitude of the task at hand In this episode of “Crash Course,” host Shane Beilue provides some tips that can make the process a bit more methodical Many bass fishermen agonize over the color of whatever lure they are using Game & Fish “Crash Course” host Shane Beliue contends that taking note of things like forage and water clarity are more important than having every color under the sun at your disposal Tungsten Super Shot (TSS) loads in 12 gauge 28 gauge and .410 bore have taken turkey hunting by storm but there are some misconceptions about what TSS is and what it can do in the turkey woods Join Adam Heggenstaller and John Taranto from Game & Fish as they sit down with Jason Lonsberry of Apex Ammunition and Michael Waddell of Bone Collector to discuss the advantages that TSS loads provide to turkey hunters address the cost of TSS turkey loads and recount the performance of TSS ammo during recent spring gobbler hunts Use the onX Hunt app's Compass Mode and Rangefinder Tool to boost your turkey hunting success this spring See All Other Magazines See All Special Interest Magazines Get the top Game & Fish stories delivered right to your inbox every week This website uses online tracking technologies, such as cookies and pixels, to serve advertising and improve our services. 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See our Privacy Policy All Game & Fish subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine Get Digital Access Subscribe Now By signing up, I acknowledge that my email address is valid, and have read and accept the Terms of Use accused of gratification of lust with a minor under the age of 16 A jury of five women and seven men were chosen Opening arguments were presented by Liem Walker for the state and John Bullard as the defense attorney for Bennett Bennett was indicted by the August 2023 grand jury for an incident that allegedly occurred in May 2023 Walker said the victim was walking outside her home when Bennett asked her to get into his truck She said he proceeded to fondle the victim who immediately ran home and told her father The child was later interviewed by the Children’s Advocacy Center forensic examiner Bullard stated the defendant had known the victim’s mother since high school Bennett eventually relocated to Warren County moving next door to the victim’s family Bullard stated that Bennett denies the victim got into his truck on the day in question and claims he only spoke to her from inside the truck He said the evidence will show the victim is not credible VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Caleb Tillotson and Charles Smith are working to restore a longtime Vicksburg staple to its former glory — the Biscuit Company — with a fresh name and vision The historic location will reopen as The Biscuit Both are Vicksburg natives and graduates of Vicksburg High School Tillotson also attended school with Smith’s son “I feel like it’s divine intervention,” Tillotson said “The series of events that led us here could be nothing less.” and are currently busy overhauling the kitchen and dining area 60 new tables have been hand crafted and designed specifically for the ‘The Biscuit’ by a Mississippi local Tillotson said they plan to adorn the walls with local art including a local artist painting murals “The murals will be about local and Mississippi legends,” he said It is state-of-the-art and designed specifically for this space,” Tillotson added “Everyone we’ve talked to has been excited about reopening the Biscuit,” Smith said “People talk about the history here and their memories of the Biscuit Company going back to the ’60s,” Tillotson added “We’re going to create dishes that are unique,” Smith said and I want to give Vicksburg food that is worthy of The Biscuit.” The venue will also include a full bar and plans to host live music Bailey Academy will host a yard sale this weekend VFCU celebrates National Credit Union Youth Month VICKSBURG, Miss. — The Vicksburg Main Street Program will host its 24th Annual Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday “Join the thousands of people who come from all over to catch beads and cheer as our elaborate floats and excited participants venture down the parade route!” said Vicksburg Main Street in a statement so be sure to get there in enough time to get a good spot!” Krewes interested in participating in the 24th Annual Mardi Gras Parade can contact the Vicksburg Main Street Office by emailing kimh@vicksburg.org or calling 601-634-4527 for more information Joint Legislative Committee Propose $7.7B Budget for FY 2026 – Kasman Massey has filed her paperwork to run for Mayor of Vicksburg Massey filed for the Mayor’s position today at the City Clerk’s Office after meeting supporters outside City Hall Massey had invited supporters to show up at City Hall to meet and thank them “I’m Kasman Massey and I’m running as an independent candidate for the office of Mayor here in Vicksburg For the last 20 years my husband and I have worked to invest in Vicksburg to get rid of the blight in our community For far too long I’ve set here and watched our population dwindle our infrastructure be ignored and our children overlooked I’m standing here as a people’s candidate to bring our voices to City Hall Massey’s run for Mayor has been prolific on social media Her campaign has highlighted the above along with creative ideas to address other issues In a post title “Free Food for All” the candidate suggests using funds allocated for the landscaping department to plant fruit trees and community gardens “No one should go hungry in our community – we all see the importance of beautification of our town – we spend money on beautification – I will take it a step further and make it meaningful and not wasteful If the city plants anything – it will have a purpose in benefiting our citizens vegetables and berry trees in our city landscape!” said Massey in the post The candidate has also encouraged county resident to get involved and “Adopt” a city resident to ensure they vote on election day “Voter participation is so low in Vicksburg and I want that to change – it would be wonderful for this election to be one for the books.” The Vicksburg Daily News will hold a question and answer sessions with all candidates running for office MS Blood Services Urges Community Blood Donations to Combat Critical Shortage The Southern Fiber Artist’s Mississippi Quilt Challenge a traveling exhibition showcasing the talents of quilters from around the state March 12-15 at the Constitution Firehouse Gallery The Vicksburg exhibition is being sponsored by the Vicksburg Art Association VAA member Jean Blue said show coordinator Leanne Green will speak Tuesday which will also be held at the Constitution Firehouse Gallery The Southern Fiber Artists (SFA) was formed in the 2014-15 timeframe as a result of a spark of inspiration by Brooksville artist and quilter Julia Graber who hoped to find like-minded individuals interested in creating outside the traditional bed quilt the SFA now has a history of challenging its members to make art pieces around a specified theme And because membership is primarily from Mississippi it was decided Mississippi would be the theme with each taking a letter from the word Mississippi and making a quilt of the same size and font with anything related to the state That resulted in a quilt approximately 126 feet wide the quilters then decided to expand the theme and make 18×20 inch or 16×25 inch quilts that depict some aspect of the state with the goal of it representing all areas of the state with an art piece which would bring attention to both art quilting and Mississippi,” Green said Because there was so much to highlight about Mississippi Green said other artists were asked to join in non-quilters with a background in art and traditional quilters who were willing to give art quilting a chance to join in,” she said “We found topics to make pieces that represent the people places and things that our large and small towns across the state are known for We have highways represented such as the Natchez Trace and the Blues Trail There are artists represented such as Alice Mosley the traveling exhibit was at the William Waller Craft Center in Ridgeland; The Gulf States Quilt Association in Gulf Shores Alabama; The Mississippi School of Arts in Brookhaven; The Oktibbeha County Heritage Museum in Starkville; and The Mississippi Quilt Association Spring Gather in Hattiesburg VICKSBURG, Miss. – An employee for The Bluffs Rehabilitation Center was arrested on Feb. 21 after reports of possible elderly abuse, according to the Vicksburg Police Department the Vicksburg Police Department responded to The Bluffs Rehabilitation Center on Porters Chapel Road regarding a report of possible elderly abuse officers spoke with the facility’s residence manager who reported elderly abuse,” said Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones “The employee in question at the facility was suspended pending termination 2025 Jessica Massey was arrested and charged with Abuse of Elderly/Neglect.” Massey’s bond was set at $50,000 and the case is bound over to the grand jury Alderman TJ Mayfield Hosts “Spring Break Read and Feed” Event McNelis Announces Retirement After 21 Years as USM’s Basketball Coach located on the Yazoo River Diversion Canal in Vicksburg Vicksburg Shipyard will now own and operate the shipyard The move marks a significant step in Terral RiverService’s ongoing commitment to enhancing its operations and capabilities within the inland marine industry Smith and his family owned and operated for more than 35 years has been a critical player in the Mississippi River region’s maritime industry The acquisition allows Terral RiverService to further expand its footprint in the region La.-based company to better serve its customers with reduced downtime and enhanced services “It has been an honor and a privilege to lead Big River Shipbuilding over the past quarter-century,” J.O “This decision to sell to Terral RiverService comes after careful consideration and I am confident that this transition will provide the shipyard with the resources and stability it needs to continue growing I believe Terral’s expertise and vision will take the shipyard where it needs to go and I look forward to seeing the continued success of the business under their ownership.” said the acquisition reflects the trust and relationship that exists between the Smiths and the Terral family “We are excited about the acquisition of Big River Shipbuilding,” said Gattle who assumed the role of president at the start of this year “The Terral and Smith families have always shared a great deal of mutual respect Smith and the Smith family have entrusted us to carry their shipyard business forward into the future We look forward to welcoming Big River’s employees serving Big River Shipbuilding’s existing customers and enhancing Terral’s capabilities to meet our own shipyard and fabrication needs.” vice president of business development for Terral RiverService “We hope to continue building upon the business the Smith family has created Acquiring Big River Shipbuilding will significantly enhance our ability to meet the needs of the customers we serve We are confident that this acquisition will help us expand our operations provide long-term growth and create more job opportunities in the Vicksburg area We look forward to working closely with the Big River team and continuing to build on the company’s long history of success.” The acquisition of Big River Shipbuilding became effective March 1 and the transition to Vicksburg Shipyard LLC as the new owner will proceed as the companies work together to integrate their operations Terral RiverService was formed in 1992 by John C. Terral and Tom Gattle with the merger of Terral Barge Line and Great River Grain. Today, Terral RiverService is a full-service river transportation and logistics company, offering barge transportation, stevedoring, rock sales and ship repair. For more information, visit www.terralriverservice.com pictured are representatives from Terral RiverService Vicksburg Shipyard and Big River Shipbuilding The following arrests were recorded by the Vicksburg Police Department for the period Jan Work will focus on Grant Circle and a section of Union Ave Contact: Brendan Wilson VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The names of the of the two people who died in a possible murder-suicide on Division Street have been released 76-year-old Kathleen Borko Greene and 75-year-old Jack W On Monday afternoon, the Vicksburg Police Department responded to a home in the 1400 block of Division Street in Vicksburg According to sources close to the situation on Division Street it appears the woman was shot in the temple and the man seemed to have taken his own life with the gun Kathleen was once a pastor at the United Church of Christ and is from Sharpsville She attended Sharpsville Area High School and studied at Bangor Theological Seminary Jack was an avid history buff and replica maker focused on warships and wargames — Vicksburg Police Chief Penny Jones released the following statement: the Vicksburg Police Department responded to the 1400 block of Division Street regarding a death investigation officers and the Vicksburg Fire Department gained entry into the residence where they discovered two deceased individuals later identified as 75-year-old Jack Greene Jr. This matter was treated as a death investigation until family members were notified and further investigation and evidence were gathered no official statement was released from the Vicksburg Police Department until the appropriate notifications could be made Out of respect for the privacy of the family we did not give out certain details involving the case to the public While we understand the media’s role in informing the public it is important that investigations are handled with care and accuracy Premature reporting of unverified details can be misleading and distressing to loved ones Our department remains committed to providing timely and factual information in a professional manner We assure the citizens of Vicksburg that this was an isolated incident and posed no threat to public safety We appreciate the community’s trust as we continue to serve with integrity Free expungement clinic to be held on April 1 Vehicle crashes into business on South Frontage