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Divine Donuts Closes Its Doors on Clay

Wednesday, September 24 by Amanda Harris

On Wednesday, October 24, 2025, Divine Donuts on Clay Street announced that they will be closing their doors after 45 years serving Vicksburg. Divine Donuts, originally Shipley's Donuts, has been opened since 1979. In 2016, Becky Curry Yelverton parted ways with the franchise and... Read More.

Mayfield to Host Nov. 3 Town Hall on Power, Infrastructure, and Education

Wednesday, September 24 by Amanda Harris

Ward 1 Alderman T.J. Mayfield will hold a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3, at Springhill Church, 815 Mission 66 in Vicksburg. The event will focus on key issues affecting the community, including recurring power outages, infrastructure needs, and education. Joining... Read More.

Finland, Can You Hear Us?

Tuesday, September 23 by Amanda Harris

Mark Jones, owner of WVBG 1490 AM/107.7 FM and V105.5 FM in Vicksburg, didn’t expect to hear from a listener nearly 5,000 miles away. But earlier this month, an email from Finland surprised him with proof that his small-town station had reached across the... Read More.

Live up to date arrests in Vicksburg, MS

Friday, September 19 by Amanda Harris

From the Desk of the Vicksburg Police ChiefAs your Chief of Police, it is my honor to serve the citizens of Vicksburg alongside the dedicated men and women of the Vicksburg Police Department. Together, our mission is to protect, serve, and partner with our... Read More.

City of Vicksburg Adopts FY26 Budget: Mayor Thompson Outlines Fiscal Recovery, Investments in Safety

Friday, September 19 by Amanda Harris

City of Vicksburg Adopts FY26 Budget: Mayor Thompson Outlines Fiscal Recovery, Investments in Safety VICKSBURG, Miss. – The City of Vicksburg has adopted a $33 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a move Mayor Willis Thompson says continues the city’s recovery from years of financial... Read More.