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The Board of Mayor and Aldermen invites you to visit Vicksburg, a progressive city where you will discover a community committed to excellence. Vicksburg is a unique blend of old and new in a city that offers plenty to see and do. From the specialty shops of historic downtown, to the modern Pemberton Mall, and on to the outlet mall, shoppers experience a relaxed atmosphere and friendly people. The Vicksburg National Military Park captures a piece of American history while the Waterways Experiment Station beckons you to encounter tomorrow's engineering marvels up close. Riverboats docked along the "Mighty Mississippi" provide games of chance, not to mention a spectacular view of "Ole Man River."
Vicksburg, motivated toward prosperity and change, aggressive in attitude, and led by a city government committed to growth and service, invites you to take the time to get to know us. Attitude is everything and in Vicksburg ours is friendly and neighborly. The City of Vicksburg invites you to visit the "Red Carpet City of the South" where Southern Hospitality is alive and well and awaiting your arrival.
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Salvation Army Assists Community Task Force For Housing - Tuesday, May 06, 2008
The Salvation Army is assisting the community task force for housing and recovery by gathering information from those affected by the Ms River flooding March - May 2008 in Warren County. All persons in Warren County who are affected by this March 2008 flooding need to go to the Kings Community Empowerment Center, 224 RL Chase Circle between the hours of 11:00 am and 7:00 pm this Thursday, May 8th. Alternate day and time are this Friday, May 9th from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm. This information gathering is not for those whose employment was affected by flooding. Those individuals may contact the Salvation Army directly at 601-636-2706. A community meeting for all those affected by the flooding in or around there homes will be held this Friday at 6:30 pm at the Kings Community Empowerment Center. For more information contact Rev. Dexter Jones at 601-218-1318 or Captain Patrick Lyons at 601-636-2706.
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Flood Information - Monday, May 5, 2008
The Ms River at Vicksburg crested on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 50 Feet. Current river stage continues at 45.6 Feet.
Approximately 101 residential structures have been affected with approximately 145 persons displaced. Affected residences are either surrounded by water or flooded.
Current Roads Reopened - Hutson Street from Curry Street to Davenport Alley, Hall Rd - North to Dead End, Kings Crossing to dead end.
Restrictions on river barge transport remain in place. Some port facilities have operational limitations.
No shelter is open at this time.
FEMA has completed a preliminary damage assessment. The community is waiting word on a Presidential Declaration.
Community Volunteer Human Services response - American Redcross, Salvation Army, United Way, We Care, Women's Restoration Shelter, Community Food Pantry as well as other various services and ministries.
Monetary and food donations for MS River Flood Mar/Apr 08 can be made to United Way, Redcross, Salvation Army, Community Food Pantry, We Care and other. Please designate to your choice organization for donations to be used for the benefit of those affected by the MS River Flood Mar/Apr '08 in the Vicksburg Warren Community.
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Temporary Truck Route for Flooded areas - Wednesday, April 23, 2008
The "Truck Route" through downtown Vicksburg has been temporarily modified due to flood gate installation. Click the read more link for a PDF map of the new route.
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CORPS-Phase II Flood, Vicksburg, Miss - Wednesday, April 16, 2008
The Vicksburg District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, continues Phase II flood fighting activities in various locations. In support of local levee boards, Corps inspectors are now riding levees and inspecting critical areas 24 hours a day.
As will often occur during high water events, rumors will occasionally spread among the general public about the current situation. The Corps of Engineers works to support local levee boards, state and local governments. State and local emergency managers and levee boards are the primary source for local information. However, should anyone have any questions about what the Corps is doing they may email CEMVK-PA@USACE.ARMY.MIL or they may call 601-631-5972, 601-631-5412 or 601-631-5223. Personnel will be on hand to answer questions between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Hours may be extended if needed. The Corp will respond to all questions and queries as quickly as possible.
Flood damage reduction infrastructure is working as it should. Flooding is occurring in low lying areas, between the levees and some backwater flooding is occurring in the area of the Yazoo River and behind Steele Bayou structure north of Vicksburg.
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Vicksburg Tourism is High and Dry - Tuesday, April 15, 2008
While there are low lying areas affected by the swelling river, all Vicksburg tourist attractions and entertainment options remain open. Major roadways and most minor are not threatened and remain open. If you visit the City Water Front, tour the water front murals and catch a glimpse of the slowly rising waters. For more information contact the Vicksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau (VCVB) at 1-800-221-3536 or www.visitvicksburg.com.
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City Animal Shelter Pet Adoption - Tuesday, February 26, 2008
The City of Vicksburg Animal Shelter and Southern Paws have created a web site to promote the availability of local and national pets who are disperately in need of loving homes. You can visit the web site at : www.petfinder.com/shelters/MS104.html to view "Featured Pets" photos and many other pets needing a home. You can also read all about many success stories of previous animals visiting our shelter. You can call the City Animal Shelter at: 601-636-6982 to make arrangement to view our pets and obtain information about the adoption process. Come see us today!
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Emergency Preparedness-American Red Cross
 Preparing ahead of time will help you respond better in a disaster or emergency, and may even save your life! Visit: www.redcross.org/beredcrossready for updated information.
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Above & Beyond Citizen Award
The Congressional Medal of Honor Society is now taking nominations for the Above & Beyond Award. Three living civilian Americans are honored each year who have made a difference in the lives of others through a singular act of extraordinary heroism, or through their continued commitment to putting others before themselves without regard for personal gain. Details and application forms are available by calling 201-568-3159.
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