Celebration of life to be held for James “Doc” Ferguson Aug. 14
A Celebration of Life will be held for Dr. James S. “Doc” Ferguson on August 14, 2021 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Events Off 5th, located at 515 College St., Columbus, Mississippi. Please call 662-386-5634 for more information. Everyone is welcome to attend and share their stories and favorite memories of Jim. Dr. James […]
Register today for Star-Spangled Night Run to avoid late fees
The fourth annual Star-Spangled Night Run is scheduled for Saturday, June 19. The 5K run and 5k walk will begin at 8 p.m. at The Southern Cultural Heritage Foundation at 1302 Adams Street. The race will begin at dark and will be throughout downtown Vicksburg. After the race, there will be a party in the […]
Buff Harris, the man who continues to keep Vicksburg healthy
Vicksburg native Buff Harris has been working hard over the recent years to help keep individuals in Vicksburg healthy. Born and raised in Vicksburg, Harris always found a way to stay in shape and healthy by weight training and cardio. He first started in his pre-teens when he found a gym that would fit his […]
“Taco” about planes at the hangar on June 16
The Southern Heritage Air Foundation is holding the monthly Hang Out at the Hangar Lunch on Wednesday, June 16, featuring a full taco bar. Kids are welcome and a museum tour is included with the $10 per person lunch. Reservations are required for all attendees to ensure enough food is prepared. The deadline to register […]
Mississippi Farmers Market to host annual Summer Kick-off event June 12
The Mississippi Farmers Market is slated to start their annual Summer Kick-off on Saturday, June 12. The event will start at 8 a.m. and run until 1 p.m. Local vendors will be on hand to deliver fresh produce, eggs, meat, hone and various other items for your home and pantry. They will also feature free […]
Streetball: A victim of COVID again this year
The annual Randy Naylor Summer Program will not be happening again this summer due to COVID-19 concerns. Vicksburg Police Chief Milton Moore confirmed on Tuesday morning that, unfortunately, the program will not be available this summer. Moore said that numerous citizens have inquired but “we have to make sure it’s safe for everyone that’s participating.” […]
MDWFP announces migratory bird hunting seasons for 2021-22
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks announced their hunting seasons for migratory birds and water fowl for the 2021-22 hunting seasons on Friday. Warren County and the surrounding areas fall in the Southern region for hunting requirements. Dove season begins September 4 in both areas with hunting beginning at a half hour before […]
Mississippi Children’s Museum announces newest exhibit
In a press release from the Mississippi Children’s Museum: On Friday, June 18, the Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) will open its newest exhibit experience, WonderBox, a 1,500 square foot science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) exhibit in the museum’s existing arts gallery. MCM’s newest exhibit, WonderBox is a makerspace that offers visitors the opportunity […]
Take part in blood drive to help save lives June 22
A blood drive will be held on Tuesday, June 22 at the Warren County Courthouse. A Mississippi Blood Services Donor Coach will be present at the Warren County Courthouse from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on June 22. The act of giving blood saves lives and can improve the help of many patients who suffer […]
In-person absentee voting deadline this Saturday
In-person absentee voting is approaching it’s deadline which is set for Saturday. Those wishing to obtain an absentee application can do so at the City Clerk’s office in City Hall at 1401 Walnut Street from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Alternatively, an application can be mailed to you by calling 601-634-4553. “Absentee […]