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Mixed Memories - LewRockwell

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Mixed Memories - LewRockwell

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On the Fourth of July, as on any momentous occasion, myths mingle with reality. Even the date we’re supposed to remember was initially in question. Congress voted for independence two days before it was formally declared. John Adams always thought July 2 the more appropriate day to celebrate, and expected it would be the perpetual date to do so. There was some merit to his argument, and more than a little envy that prompted it. As relations with…Read Article

Another Reason to Celebrate the 4th of July: Vicksburg – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

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Another Reason to Celebrate the 4th of July: Vicksburg – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

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Americans, on July 4th, celebrate the nation’s birthday, when the Continental Congress officially declared that the United States was no longer a British colony, but an independent country. It gained that independence, of course, during eight years of war and the signing of the Treaty of Paris on September 3, 1783. Eighty years after the Treaty of Paris, during another war, Union forces on July 4, 1863, accepted the surrender of a Confederate ar…Read Article

Photo gallery: Happy Fourth, Vicksburg - The Vicksburg Post

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Photo gallery: Happy Fourth, Vicksburg - The Vicksburg Post

The City of Vicksburg held its annual Fourth of July celebration Friday evening. Attendees were treated to live performances by musicians Julie Crouse and William Michael Morgan, followed by the traditional fireworks show, which started at 9 pm. The well-attended event took place near the Old Depot Museum, and fireworks were shot off from a nearby barge in the Yazoo Canal. Check out our photo gallery of the festivities Read Article

There she is: Vicksburg well-represented in 2025 Miss Mississippi, Miss Louisiana - The Vicksburg Post

For anyone who watched the Miss America Pageant decades ago, they will recall that signature song “There She Is, Miss America” most notably sung by master of ceremonies Bert Parks, from 1955 to 1979, to each winning contestant as they were crowned. Since 2012, this iconic song has not been sung after a contestant is crowned — instrumental music is used instead. This is but one of the several changes the Miss America Organization has gone through…Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

Marking a milestone that matters - The Vicksburg Post

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3 On Your Side Investigates: Deadly Silence

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‘Pressing things that we need to do’: Thompson talks fast start in mayor’s office - The Vicksburg Post

Three days after officially taking office, Vicksburg Mayor Willis Thompson spent time in the office of Mississippi State Auditor Shad White. Thompson said Thursday that meeting was part of his efforts to get the ball rolling on the issues he campaigned on. “There are several things that need the board’s immediate attention,” Thompson said. “Number one is getting a good snapshot of our financial situation. I know we need to cut some costs. I know…Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

Vicksburg woman killed in I-20 wreck near Clinton - The Vicksburg Post

A Vicksburg woman was killed Wednesday in a wreck on Interstate 20 near Clinton. Hinds County Coroner Jeremiah Howard told media outlets that 53-year-old Tatyana Zavyalova, of Vicksburg, died at the scene when her car collided with an 18-wheeler around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday. Howard said Zavyalova was returning from a trip to Florida when the crash occurred on I-20 West near the Springridge Road exit. The accident led police to close a four-mile st…Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

4 enter into plea deals in circuit court - The Vicksburg Post

Four people appeared before Circuit Court Judge M. James Chaney Wednesday to enter guilty pleas in connection with crimes for which they had been indicted. Troy Koon pleaded guilty to failure to register as a sex offender. He was sentenced to five years in the custody of Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC), suspended, followed by five years of probation. He was also ordered to pay court costs, fines and fees. Damien Turpin pleaded guilt…Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

VWSD has much to overcome en route to solving district problems - The Vicksburg Post

Dear Vicksburg Warren School District Board members and Dr. Tori Holloway, I attended my first in-person school board meeting on Thursday, June 26, 2025. While I’ve previously watched many meetings online, I felt it was important to be physically present to show my commitment and begin engaging more directly. I plan to continue attending future meetings, taking notes, and raising questions on behalf of our community. My first meeting was eye-ope…Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

Newly elected Mayor Thompson: Meeting with State Auditor’s Office was to ensure full financial compliance - The Vicksburg Post

Recently elected Vicksburg Mayor Willis Thompson announced that he has met with officials from the Mississippi State Auditor’s Office to launch a coordinated effort aimed at ensuring the City of Vicksburg is fully compliant with all state and federal laws. “As mayor, one of my top priorities is restoring public trust and making sure every taxpayer dollar is spent in accordance with the law,” Thompson said. “That’s why we’re working side by side …Vicksburg · Vicksburg Read Article

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