Vicksburg Voices featuring Police Chief Penny Jones

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) – As part of Vicksburg’s Bicentennial celebration, the Catfish Row Museum is hosting a series of community conversations throughout the year. The next event, Vicksburg Voices, scheduled for April 5 at 2 p.m., will feature City of Vicksburg Police Chief, Penny Jones. She plans to share her story on equity and community policing.

The series, Vicksburg Voices, aims to explore the city’s past and present while highlighting individuals who have shaped its development. Linda Fondren, executive director and founder of Shape Up Mississippi, described the initiative as “a project about understanding who we are as a community and how our past and present shape our future.”

The program will spotlight voices from various backgrounds, including educators, healthcare professionals, and community members whose stories reflect perseverance and hope. Events will be held at the Catfish Row Museum, 913 Washington Street, which features exhibits celebrating Vicksburg’s cultural diversity. Organizers say the conversations will emphasize the significance of shared history and the impact of community engagement.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact info@shapeupmississippi.com.