March 2012 Newsletter
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012 |
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 Vicksburg in History: Washington Street became the commercial center of Vicksburg in 1839 when a fire destroyed the downtown area on Main Street. This scene, c. 1912, shows the 1400 block looking north toward the Yazoo Canal. New Officers Sworn In The Vicksburg Police Department hired two new officers who were sworn in by Mayor Paul Winfield at the City Board meeting on Monday, March 5, 2012. James Jefferson comes to the department from the Claiborne County Sheriff's Department. Benjamin Patrick had his training in Texas and currently resides ...Read More Heavy Vehicles ReroutedThe City of Vicksburg has rerouted all vehicles above 26,000 pounds from South Washington Street between Lee Street and Interstate 20 North Frontage Road. Prohibited vehicles include all tractor-trailer trucks, log trucks, school buses and large emergency vehicles. The affected vehicles are advised to use the North Washington Street - U.S. Highway 61 North Truck route. Pet of the MonthA braham is our rescue "Pet of the Month". He is a gentle giant. Abraham appears to be a Rottweiler mixed with an unknown long-haired breed. Contact our Animal Control Department for more information on Abraham or to adopt one of the other dogs or cats at the shelter. Phone: 601-636-6982 : Location 100 Old Mill Rd. Vicksburg, MS Vicksburg residents and businesses - To enroll go to, www.vicksburg.org, select the "Emergency Management" department webpage, click on the "CodeRED Weather Warn" icon, then submit your emergency contact information on the "community notification enrollment" page. Select the type of weather warning notifications you wish to receive. |
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The American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Class will be held on April 16 - April 27, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:45 p.m. at the Vicksburg YMCA on East Clay Street. Instructors will be Susan Athow and Sylvia Gurtowski. Participants must be 15 years old by April 27th. A prerequisite swim proficiency test is required of all candidates. Cost is $100 per student. Please call the YMCA at 601-638-1071 or Vicksburg City Pool at 601-634-4516 to register.
All outdoors enthusiasts are cordially invited to be a part of the 1st annual Warren County Wildlife Extravaganza hosted by the Warren County Baptist Association. Come spend an hour or the entire day with us at the Convention Center in beautiful Vicksburg. See over 25 vendors displaying the latest in outdoor equipment and clothing, covering everything you need for your favorite hunting, fishing, or other outdoor activities. In addition to the opportunity to purchase the latest gear from vendors, you’ll be able to hear informational speakers covering a range of topics from fishing tips to hog eradication measures to snakes found in Mississippi. There will also be local musicians in the stage area providing entertaining music from Blue Grass to Gospel, and several fun kids’ activities too. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the day from the Vicksburg Convention Center concessionaires. Admission is Free!
Experience the rich Tapestry of early Vicksburg life. Explore the fabric of Vicksburg society with tours of our historic homes and hallways. Enjoy interpretive presentations of Vicksburg's history that brings to life the heritage and culture of this remarkable river city. Some of Vicksburg's most historic properties will tell their stories from antebellum grandeur to the Siege of Vicksburg to the turn of the 20th Century. Together these stories weave the Tapestry of who we are today. TICKET INFORMATION: Ticket prices for events are $30 for three presentations or $15 for one presentation. Tickets available at each venue and at the Vicksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, 3300 Clay Street, 601-636-9421
Welcome to RiverFest and Vicksburg, Mississippi, the Red Carpet City of the South: blocks and blocks of river artisans, foods of the world, and lively regional music. Shop our wonderful shops, enjoy our newly renovated downtown, and take in the great sights and sounds that make Vicksburg a national attraction. But save something for sundown, when the bluffs start to jump and the revelers begin to pound the bricks! The 25th annual RiverFest will be held April 20-21, 2012 featuring the Arts and Crafts Show as well as live entertainment from 7pm to 12am nightly. Gates for nightly events will open at 6pm. The RiverFest Arts & Crafts Show is an annual event, offering handmade Arts & Crafts, Food Booths, and Entertainment, including street performers, live bands, kids games, GospelFest and much, much more! The show is open from 8am - 4pm on Saturday. Attendance for Saturday Daytime Activities is free and parking is free for the whole weekend! If you are interested in becoming a street vendor/Food & Beverage Concessionaire at the festival, please contact the Vicksburg Main Street Program at kimh@vicksburg.org. We are always looking for sponsors to help make this event a success! The Vicksburg RiverFest Music and Arts and Crafts Festival is solely funded by donations and sponsorships. If your business or organization is interested in sponsoring Riverfest, email riverfestms@yahoo.com.