Opening day at the Farmer’s Market is in full swing
The Washington Street Park is hosting a Farmer’s Market until 11 a.m. Saturday. The event is a great place to enjoy locally grown produce, as well as a place to enjoy live music and a place for the kids to enjoy activities. More information can be found by contacting 601-801-3513.
The inaugural Battle of the Brains kicks off Saturday
The Battle of the Brains is kicking off it’s inaugural event Saturday, where students are competing to win a share of $10,000. Students will test their knowledge around several subjects, including math, science and history against students from various area schools. The event is due to begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at the old Dress […]
Why wait until October when McRaven can give you ‘frightmares’ now?
Halloween in May? Yes. Please! McRaven Haunted Tour is holding a Ghost Investigation on Saturday, May 29. The next investigation will be held on June 19. The tour home is named as Mississippi’s most haunted house and has been broadcasted on many cable networks such as, A&E, The Travel Channel, and 48 Hours, among others. […]
Live music, fun and activities event planned for Saturday
Mark your calendars for May 22 to enjoy an evening of great gospel music and entertainment brought to you by River City Rescue Mission. On Saturday at 6 p.m. there will be a Gospel Concert at the River City Rescue Mission pavilion located at 3705 S. Washington Street. Aside from being able to enjoy live […]
Volunteers needed for cleanup effort in Warren County Thursday
Warren County Supervisors Kelle Barfield and Edward Herring say the Board of Supervisors has been looking into creative and cost-effective ways to combat litter in Warren County, and to that effect, they have organized a cleanup event Thursday afternoon on Warrior’s Trail in Warren County. Volunteers are needed to help pick up litter along Warrior’s […]
Strikeout Child Abuse Softball Tournament will be held on May 22
Strikeout Child Abuse Softball Tournament will be held May 22 at Halls Ferry Park. All proceeds from the charity event will benefit the Exchange Club of Vicksburg Child and Parent Center. The age participants for the event will be 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U, and 16U teams where the entry fee will be $125 per team […]
Summer fun for your kiddos
Are you in dire need of summer camps for your kids this summer? You’ve come to the right place. Below are several links and phone numbers you can call to sign your kids up and information about the camps. For anyone who’s child may be interested in improving their swimming skills over the summer, Vicksburg Swim Association’s Summer […]
Vicksburg National Military Park to host free outdoor Mississippi Symphony Orchestra pops concert Memorial Day Weekend
Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign is partnering with Four Seasons of the Arts, Vicksburg National Military Park and the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra to provide an outdoor pops concert at no charge on the hallowed grounds of Vicksburg National Military Park to commemorate Memorial Day Weekend. The concert will be Saturday, May 29 […]
Seats are limited for History & Coffee in the Morning on May 27
The Southern Heritage Air Foundation will be hosting the May edition of History & Coffee in the Morning on Thursday, May 27 at the Vicksburg-Tallulah Regional Airport from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This month’s guest speaker will be Mississippi Veteran Billy Byrd, who served in World War II and was on Mt. Surbachi, Iwo […]
IP Vicksburg Mill sponsors Redwood Elementary Earth Day Drawing Contest
Redwood Elementary students’ grades K-6 had the opportunity to demonstrate their artistic abilities while celebrating Earth Day – a day focused on promoting clean living and a healthy, sustainable habitat for people and wildlife alike. All student drawings were submitted to International Paper Vicksburg Mill, where several team members, including the mill’s community outreach committee, […]