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Confederate monument removed from downtown Port Gibson

PORT GIBSON, Miss. (WJTV) – A Confederate statue that sat outside the Claiborne County Courthouse for more than a century has been relocated. The statue was moved on November 11, 2026, to the nearby Grand Gulf Military Park. The statue depicted Confederate Major General Earl Van Dorn. According to the National Park Service, Van Dorn […]

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After 6 Years of Petitioning, Confederate Statue at Claiborne County Courthouse Relocated to Grand Gulf

In 2020, NAACP Claiborne County chapter executive board member Geraline Smith, her friend and two family members approached the Claiborne County Board of Supervisors with a petition to request the county to relocate the Confederate statue of Major General Earl Van Dorn that was in front of the courthouse in downtown Port Gibson, Mississippi.

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Vicksburg police investigate deaths of husband, wife following standoff

VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – The Vicksburg Police Department is investigating the deaths of a husband and wife in an apparent murder-suicide. Vicksburg Police Chief Larry Burns said officers received a call around 9:00 a.m. on November 13, 2026, about two individuals in a vehicle behind the Vicksburg Convalescent Home on Cherry Street. The officers were […]

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Mayor calls for prayer, unity in wake of murder-suicide

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg Mayor Willis Thompson has called for prayer, compassion and unity in the wake of the tragic murder-suicide that rocked the community on Friday, Nov. 13. Warren County residents were shocked when a social media video circulated revealing the death of 53-year old Valtricia Garrett....

Vicksburg, MS · 12h
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Bobby Rush’s 93rd birthday bash leads a busy fall on Mississippi casino stages

Blues legend Bobby Rush will celebrate his 93rd birthday on stage at Ameristar Casino Vicksburg on Friday, November 13. Rush has called Jackson home for decades, and his birthday shows have turned into a kind of homecoming for central Mississippi blues fans. The Grammy winner still plays with the same mix of horns, dancers and stories that made him a fixture on the chitlin’ circuit long before most of his current audience was born.

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Local sorority donates supplies to VJHS

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Xi Pi Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. marked the sorority’s Founders Week on Wednesday, Nov. 11, by presenting backpacks and school supplies to Vicksburg Junior High School eighth-grade English Language Arts (ELA) students through Operation Backpack. The SPEAR Foundation...

Vicksburg, MS · 2d

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Six Warren Central baseball players sign collegiate scholarships

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Six Warren Central High School baseball players celebrated their accomplishments Wednesday as they took another step toward continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Caden Cole, Justin Greer, Tristan Jamison, Blake Caruthers, Braxton Hartley and Beau Bradley were honored during a National Signing Day...

Vicksburg, MS · 2d

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Vikings advance to the second round after defeating Grenada 36-0

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — The Warren Central High School football team is one step closer to another state championship after defeating Grenada 36-0 on Friday night in the first round of the playoffs. A dominant second-half performance helped the Vikings secure the shutout victory and advance to the second...

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Gov. Reeves appoints Lawson Chancellor

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Today, Friday, Nov. 13, Governor Tate Reeve announced the appointment of Penny B. Lawson of Vicksburg to the Office of Chancellor for the 9th Chancery Court District, Place 2. This appointment fills a vacancy created on September 27, 2026, due to the death of the Honorable Vicki R. Barnes.

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Vicksburg Junior High boys defeat Warren Central on Thursday night

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg Junior High School’s boys’ basketball team earned its second consecutive victory with a 35-31 win over crosstown rival Warren Central Junior High School. The Gators entered the matchup coming off a victory over Byram on Monday night and continued their winning momentum...

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Vicksburg’s Ryan Williams leads Tallulah Academy to a state championship game

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg native Ryan Williams is headed to the state championship game after leading Tallulah Academy to a 36-0 victory over DeSoto School on Friday night. The Trojans improved to 10-2 on the season and extended their winning streak to three games. Tallulah Academy previously defeated...

Vicksburg, MS · 17h

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Megan Theriot signs with East Mississippi CC to play softball and soccer

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Megan Theriot has spent years making her mark in St. Aloysius athletics, and now her hard work, dedication and determination have earned her the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level in two sports. Theriot officially signed an athletic scholarship Friday morning to play softball...

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Mark calendars for the Christmas Parade of Lights

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Get ready for a Christmas celebration straight out of the toy box as Downtown Vicksburg brings a little Disney and Pixar magic to the holiday season with the 2026 Christmas Parade of Lights! On Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 5 p.m., Washington Street will come alive with twinkling lights, festive music, and colorful displays inspired by this year’s theme, “You’ve Got a Friend in Downtown Vicksburg!”

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Holiday train stop aims to help Vicksburg food bank

VICKSBURG, Miss. (WJTV) – A traveling train concert announced a partnership to raise funds for a Vicksburg food bank. According to Visit Vicksburg, the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train will team up with a local food bank to raise funds and accept donations to stock the food bank ahead of the holiday season. […]

Vicksburg, MS · 1d

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Karl McCaffery named new Warren County volunteer fire chief

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Karl McCaffery has been named the new Warren County volunteer fire chief after being appointed by the executive board Monday night. McCaffery, who succeeds former Chief Chris Kennedy, accepted the position earlier this week and is looking forward to strengthening the department through recruitment and community service.

Warren County, MS · 1d

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Vicksburg High and St. Aloysius basketball teams pick up Friday night victories

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Vicksburg High School and St. Aloysius picked up basketball victories Friday night, with both girls teams earning impressive wins while the Vicksburg boys cruised past Natchez. Vicksburg High School girls. The Missy Gators secured a 59-38 victory over Natchez High School on Friday. Kenley Henderson...

Vicksburg, MS · 15h