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The situation with the main water line serving Vicksburg was stable this morning, but the mayor and aldermen continued an emergency declaration in case the 36-inch pipe near North Washington Street starts shifting again or breaks. Mayor Paul Winfield said the declaration means the city can immediately hire anyone needed to work on the problem. “In an event we have anything that would occur, we’ll be able to initiate the appropriate authorities,” said Winfield. “It also opens up the opportunity for the city to be reimbursed if we have any out-of-pocket expenses.” Movement in the line, which serves 10,000 home and business customers

WEAThEr Tonight: Clear; low near 46 Wednesday: Sunny; high near 78 Mississippi River:

38.8 feet Rose: 0.4 foot Flood stage: 43 feet

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Lawmaker: Deal reached to save employment office

TODAY IN hISTOrY 1842: Dr. Crawford W. Long of Jefferson, Ga., first uses ether as an anesthetic during a minor operation. 1867: U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward reaches agreement with Russia to purchase the territory of Alaska for $7.2 million, a deal roundly ridiculed as “Seward’s Folly.” 1945: The Soviet Union invades Austria during World War II. 1964: John Glenn withdraws from the Ohio race for the U.S. Senate because John of injuries Glenn suffered in a fall. 1981: President Ronald Reagan is shot and seriously injured outside a WashingRonald ton, D.C., Reagan hotel by John W. Hinckley Jr. 2002: Britain’s Queen Mother Elizabeth dies in her sleep at Royal Lodge, Windsor, outside London; she was 101 years old.

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KATIE CARTER•The Vicksburg PosT

AmeriCorps volunteers hand paint plaques on Grant Avenue in the Vicksburg National Military Park Monday afternoon. The River 6 team, including from front, Hailee Schmidt, 19, of Reno, Nev., Alyse Sadalis, 24, of Washington, D.C., and Trisha VanTrojen, 20, of Auburn, Wash., began working on the plaques a week ago near the Shirley House where the previous team left off last year. They plan to continue the

project through next week and hope to complete all of the plaques on the Union side of the park. Each plaque takes about three days to complete. First, each is pressure washed and primed; then blue paint is applied and allowed to dry overnight; and, finally, two coats of white borders and lettering are applied by hand.

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$90,000 approved for restoring, replacing markers in city, park By Danny Barrett Jr. dbarrett@vicksburgpost.com About $90,000 unspent in a 1995 state appropriation of $250,000 for work on the Mississippi Monument in the Vicksburg National Military Park will remain available for local use in the latest version of Senate Bill 2844. When written, the original bill limited the funds to the federal preserve’s monument to Mississippi soldiers. A $1 million restoration was undertaken in 2001, mostly using private and federal funds raised over a 13-year period. Conferees on S.B. 2844, including Sen. Briggs Hopson, R-Vicksburg, and Rep. George Flaggs, D-Vicksburg, agreed to allow the balance be held in escrow by the state Department of Archives and History. It could be spent on an ongoing effort to restore and replace metal markers or “any other landmarks” in the park or in the city. Any project would be subject to approval by the National Park Service and the Friends of Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign, according to the bill, which awaits the signature of Gov. Haley Barbour. Metal portions of the Mississippi Monument, which has been in the park since 1909, were pitted and eroded before the restoration. Other bills of local interest before committees include: • House Bill 1732 and Senate Bill 3193, sponsored by the local delegation of Flaggs, Hopson and Rep. Alex Monsour, R-Vicksburg, each of which authorizes Warren County supervisors to contribute up to $103,500 to nine local nonprofit agencies. Using tax revenue for purposes such as

JACKSON — A key Democratic lawmaker believes he’s reached a compromise with Republican Gov. Haley Barbour over proposed changes to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security to make the state eligible for more stimulus money. A bill to reauthorize the Mississippi Department of Employment Security stalled during this year’s session when some Democrats wanted to force Barbour to accept $56 million in federal stimulus for the jobless. The department handles unemployment claims and pays out benefits.

Meth seizures boom across Mississippi; now tops, state says From staff and AP reports

KATIE CARTER•The Vicksburg PosT

The Mississippi Memorial at the Vicksburg National Military Park purely charitable donations is normally illegal. Warren County supervisors have routinely sought special permission to make such payments, although the amount requested this year reflects across-theboard cuts. The final allocations may end up being less because of overruns already evident in this year’s spending plan, supervisors have said. Both versions are before the Local and Private Committees in each chamber after passing the House 111-6 and the Senate 52-0. • House Bill 1739 and Senate Bill 3198, See Park, Page A9.

to this point in 2009, with 20 recorded versus 18. What has been found this The Mississippi Bureau of year, however, have been Narcotics says seizures of more abandoned methamphetamine portable meth labs so far this year — recovered in such have exceeded the places as under a number for this time U.S. 61 bridge near last year. Yokena and, most MBN Director recently, a so-called Marshall Fisher “shake-and-bake” says methamphetlab found Saturday amine is the largest in a backpack hanggrowing threat and has prompted the ‘Shake and ing from a tree on Campbell Swamp agency to shift its bake is by Road. focus. Rankin County far the most Sheriff Martin Pace said Warren has seen the most prevalent County’s numbers meth seizures by MBN this year, and method of probably have not increased signifiSheriff Ronnie Penmanufacturing cantly because it nington says he hopes the state’s meth now and has had meth-certified investigators new pseudoephedone reason is aggressively trackrine law helps curb the problem. because it is ing the illegal activity for some time, Passed and signed disposable.’ but added that the into law in Januabandoned labs are ary, the law makes MARTiN “incredibly dangerpseudoephedrine, PAcE ous” to the public. an essential ingrediWarren “Shake and bake ent for meth that’s counTy sheriff is by far the most found in cold remprevalent method edies, available by of manufacturing meth now prescription only. It takes and one reason is because effect in July. it is disposable,” said Pace. Meth-related arrests in Warren County this year are up slightly when compared See Meth, Page A9.

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A Tallulah man and woman were arrested at Pemberton Square mall Monday afternoon for felony from staff shoplifting. reports Kenny Ray Rone, 45, 403 S. Walnut St., and Shellie Wilbon, 38, 120 Johne St., are accused of taking $900 in nonprescription eyeglasses from 20-20 Eyeworks at the shopping center at 3505 Pemberton Square Blvd., Vicksburg police Sgt. Sandra Williams said. Rone was being held at the Issaquena County Jail on $15,000 bond, and Wilbon was in the Warren County Jail on $5,000 bond.

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Marian Richardson hugs two TOPS soccer players. Timothy Shell, left, and Samantha Setser during their first soccer game at the Knights of Columbus soccer fields Monday. Richardson is the head coach of the TOPS soccer team, which is made up of seven children with disabilities. The Church of the Holy Trinity, Episcopal sponsored the group by providing uniforms. The Knights of Columbus Council 898 donated the

use of the field and the building. The team will play three games this summer and will begin another season this fall. Anyone interested in joining the team can contact Richardson by e-mail at marianrichardson2003@yahoo.com or Renea Setser by e-mail at reneasetser@yahoo.com. Timothy is the son of Patrick and Carolyn Shell and Samantha is the daughter of Tom and Renea Setser.

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churches Mount Zion M.B. No 4 — Passion Week services, 7 tonight-Friday: the Revs. Casey Fisher, Michael Wesley, Rudy Smith, Luster Lacey and Gregory Mayfield; the Rev. Gregory Mayfield, pastor; 122 Union Ave. Yokena Presbyterian — Neighborhood Watch meeting, 6 tonight. St. Mark Free Will Baptist — Bible study, 6:30 tonight; 2602 Hannah St. St. Paul M.B. — The Last Seven Sayings of Our Savior from the Cross, 6 p.m. Wednesday; various ministers; Dr. Michael Reed, pastor; 1413 Elm St. Triumphant Baptist — Revival crusade, 7 tonight-Thursday; 124 Pittman Road; Pastor Dexter Jones, 601-218-1318. Greater Grove Street M.B. — Spring revival, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday; the Rev. Randy Leflore, speaker; Dr. Casey D. Fisher, pastor; Easter Cantata at 7 Saturday night; 2715 Alcorn Drive.

Rosa A. Temple Class of 1968 — 6 p.m. Friday; reunion meeting, raffle money due; Cecilia Cole home, 1732 East Ave. Democratic Executive Committee — 6-8 p.m. Friday; all democrats invited; John Shorter, chairman; Jackson Street Community Center. Fort Hill Reunion — Meeting, noon Saturday; Jackson Street Community Center, 923 Walnut St.; Ruby Thomas, 601852-2430, or Willie M. Johnson, 601-638-5440.

PUBLIC PROGRAMS Redwood Elementary School Blood Drive — 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday; 100 Redwood Road. Serenity Overeaters Anonymous — 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Bowmar Baptist Church, room 102C; 601-638-0011. Vicksburg Al-Anon — 8 p.m. Wednesday; family, friends of alcoholics and addicts; 502 Dabney Ave.; 601-636-1134. Sherman Avenue PTA — Planning meeting, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, school cafeteria. Sisters By Choice Cancer Support Group — 6 p.m. Thursday, Dr. Kathleen Har-

din, River Region radiologist, speaker; Porters Chapel United Methodist Church, 200 Porters Chapel Road. Brain Injury Support Group — 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday; River Region West conference room; 601-981-0127 or 601415-4520. Celebrate Recovery Support Group — Christ-centered, 12-step program groups for those suffering from hurts, hang-ups and habits; 6 p.m. Fridays at Mafan Building, 1315 Adams St.; 601-6305070. H&R Block Blood Drive — 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; donors receive a T-shirt; 2196 Iowa Blvd. Easter Egg Hunt — 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; ages infant-10 years; Knights of Columbus Home.

correction Jami Crews is president of the Exchange Club of Vicksburg Child Abuse Prevention Center’s board of directors. Past President James Wilkerson was incorrectly identified as president in Monday’s issue. Synette Hayden is the coordinator of drug, violence and teen pregnancy prevention for the CAP Center. Her name was left out of Monday’s edition. •

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Walmart customer reports theft in store A customer reported being robbed while trying to pay for items at Walmart on Iowa Boulevard Monday. At 3:11 p.m., the victim told police a man took his wallet containing $500 after he laid it on the counter near the register, Vicksburg police Sgt. Sandra Williams said. Williams said the victim did not give a description of the man, but police plan to study the surveillance video, which was to be provided by the store today.

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A water heater and cash were reported missing Monday in Vicksburg, police Sgt. Sandra Williams said. A 30-gallon Rheem water heater valued at $911 was reported stolen from Grey Plumbing, 1533 Baldwin Ferry Road, at 7:39 a.m. About $200 was reported stolen from a home in the 2800 block of Oak Street at 4:15 p.m. Thirty minutes later, a liter of Grey Goose Vodka valued at $40 was reported stolen from a home in the 1500 block of Howard Street. An undisclosed number of coins was reported missing at 7:26 a.m. Friday from the office at Ace Muffler, 1300 Clay St. Warren County records showed a silver Kenneth Cole watch and bracelet valued at $195, a pair of gold and diamond earrings valued at $200 and a pair of Air Jordan shoes valued at $200 were reported stolen from a home in the 100 block of Impala Drive at 4 a.m.

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Forbes: Government to blame for recession Former presidential candidate touts Barbour for run CLINTON (AP) — Steve Forbes, the executive, editor in chief and former Republican presidential candidate, largely blames government for the longest recession since the Great Depression. He said among the culprits are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for guaranteeing the bad loans and the Federal Reserve for continuing to print money. Forbes was in Clinton Monday for a fundraising

eve n t fo r Mississippi College’s scholarship program. “You could never have had a housing bubble Steve if the money Forbes wasn’t there to finance it,” Forbes said before his speech. The former presidential candidate continues to tout

a flat-tax proposal that would charge everyone 17 percent. “You could do it on a single sheet of paper,” he said. “You wouldn’t have to hire anybody to do your return.” Forbes, 62, ran for president in 1996 and 2000 but said he would not run again. Forbes said Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour would be an attractive Republican candidate for president. “He’s demonstrated executive competence — Katrina,”

Forbes said of Barbour. “He certainly knows his way around Washington. There’s no way you’re going to fool him. There’ll be others running. He may decide not to, but he certainly has the right look at the situation.” Forbes has not endorsed a candidate. “Sort of like the prom, I’m looking at everybody,” said Forbes.

Mississippi gets $100 million for communications the state could build the Mississippi Wireless Integrated Network, but this portion was just released by the Department of Homeland Security. Mike Womack, director of the Mississippi Emergency

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Jury: Katrina Jackson police work to ID trailer not body of burned woman unreasonably JACKSON — Jackson state police are combing through BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS missing person reports for dangerous returns. clues to the identity of a woman whose burned body was found last week in a wooded lot. An autopsy found she had suffered two stab wounds to her neck. However, the coroner was not able to determine whether she died from the wounds or the fire. Police have said investigators believe the woman was assaulted elsewhere before being dumped in the lot and set on fire. Chief fire investigator Gregory Travis said that a firefighter, who found the body Friday, at first believed it was a mannequin but upon closer inspection realized it was a burned body.

AGSI ordered to pay Mississippi investors JACKSON — American General Securities Inc. and one of its brokers have agreed to return $175,279 to Mississippi investors, the bulk of which came from workers at Chevron’s Pascagoula refinery. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann said former AGSI broker Leroy Jack Smith, who worked out of Mobile, Ala., misrepresented variable annuity investments and withheld critical information through his promises of unrealistic

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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal jury on Monday rejected a New Orleans man’s claims that government contractors provided him with a trailer after Hurricane Katrina that exposed him to dangerous fumes, dealing another blow to those suing the trailer makers. Eight jurors unanimously decided that a trailer made by Forest River Inc. of Goshen, Ind., and occupied by Lyndon Wright, 39, after the August 2005 storm was not “unreasonably dangerous” in its construction or design. The jury, which deliberated for less than three hours after hearing two weeks of testimony, also found that Shaw Environmental Inc. of Baton Rouge was not negligent in installing Wright’s trailer. The case is the second of several “bellwether” trials designed to test the merits of and possibly resolve other claims over formaldehyde exposure in Federal Emergency Management Agency trailers. In September, a jury rejected similar claims about a FEMA trailer made by Gulf Stream Coach Inc. A third bellwether trial is scheduled for May. Frank D’Amico Jr., one of Wright’s lawyers, said he was disappointed by the jury’s verdict but stressed that it doesn’t reflect the merits of other cases awaiting a trial date.

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Founded by John G. Cashman in 1883 Louis P. Cashman III, Editor & Publisher • Issued by Vicksburg Printing & Publishing Inc., Louis P. Cashman III, President Charlie Mitchell, executive editor | E-mail: post@vicksburg.com | Tel: 601.636.4545 ext 132 | Letters to the editor: post@vicksburg.com or The Vicksburg Post, P.O. Box, 821668, Vicksburg, MS 39182

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OLD POST FILES 120 YEARS AGO: 1890 Appeals are being made for assistance for overflow victims. • Sgt. C.A. Reed of the Signal Service is ill.

110 YEARS AGO: 1900 Police order all slot machines removed. • Wesley Crayton leases Ken Karyl Park for use by colored people.

100 YEARS AGO: 1910 James L. Cash is preparing a game schedule for the Cotton States league. • Frank Little returns from Memphis.

90 YEARS AGO: 1920 A strong fight on women’s suffrage is being made now in the House of Representatives. • D.L. McMillan is proprietor of a new auto repair shop at Mulberry and South streets.

80 YEARS AGO: 1930 Thirty-nine members of the ladies organization of the National Park Golf Club enjoy their first luncheon meeting. • Joe Ring, deputy sheriff, is ill.

70 YEARS AGO: 1940 Supreme Knight Francis P. Matthews of Omaha arrives in Vicksburg as guest of honor at an informal dinner at the Hotel Vicksburg. He will also address the Vicksburg Knights of Columbus. • Grey Flowers Jr. is here from school in Chattanooga.

60 YEARS AGO: 1950 H.J. Hoff of Jackson and D.H. Sherwood of Drew are killed in a three-car collision on U.S. 61 South. Six other people are seriously injured. • Census takers begin the mammoth task of counting noses across the United States.

50 YEARS AGO: 1960 Efforts for the Historic Foundation of Vicksburg to save the old Vick Home at Grove and Locust streets are initiated. • Tomas Z. Mason dies. • Michael Rennie stars in “Third Man on the Mountain” at the Vicksburg Drive-In Theatre. • Mrs. J.L. Stroupe and children, of Baton Rouge, are visiting here.

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Lt. Col. Ernest D. Peixotto is named director of the Waterways Experiment Station. • Daniel E. Lee is appointed superintendent of the Vicksburg National Military Park. • Steve McQueen stars in “The Reivers” at Showtown USA.

30 YEARS AGO: 1980 Mr. and Mrs. M.E. Shy III announce the birth of a son, Steven Courtney. • Susette Sit and Yvonne Crimm, both of Vicksburg, are invited to visit on the campus of Mississippi College and to take part in Preview Day activities.

Border fence illustrates feds’ ‘efficiency’ Turns out it’s not as easy as just building a fence. The plan by the federal government to stop, or at least control, the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs across the Southwest border from Mexico by throwing up hundreds of miles of high fencing buttressed by hundreds more miles of high-tech “virtual” fencing never has worked very well. First, there is the cost of the project, launched in late 2005 by President George W. Bush as the Secure Border Initiative. Only the federal government seems able to spend so much and get so little. After spending nearly $4 billion, most of the planned 661 miles of physical fencing has been built (that’s $1,146 per foot), but there have already been more than 3,400 breaches of it, with an average cost to repair each one of about $1,300. It will cost an additional $6.5 billion to maintain for the next 20 years, according to the Government Accountability

Office. Second, the high-tech portion of fencing, known as SBInet, was originally scheduled for completion along the entire border last year. Because of technical problems in getting the system to work, it has been deployed only on a pilot basis in two areas of the Tucson border sector. The GAO projected last September that the virtual fencing in the San Diego sector would not be installed until 2014 or 2015. The Obama administration is not much interested in border security, so it came as good news last week when Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced that the administration was halting work on the virtual fence, diverting $50 million in economic stimulus funds for the project to other border-enforcement purposes and freezing all other SBInet funding at least until a study she ordered in January is completed. Napolitano did not say so,

but this is likely the end of this approach to controlling the border. So if the fence, real or virtual, doesn’t do it, what will? The answer to that has been known for 30 years: comprehensive reforms that include a secure worker identification system, tougher sanctions against employers who hire undocumented workers, tougher enforcement against legal immigrants who overstay their visa, a system to allow significantly more temporary workers into the country, and a path to earned legalization for the 12 million or so illegal immigrants now in the country. Legislation to accomplish such goals is coming. All that’s needed now is the real — not virtual — backbone to enact it into law. And, of course, federal will to enforce such a law better than existing laws have been enforced.

20 YEARS AGO: 1990 Warren Central second baseman Kacy Presley is pictured waiting for a throw from catcher Arnie Hogue as the Vikings defeat the Vicksburg Gators, 11-0. • Bowmar Elementary second-grader Blake Andrews jumps rope in the Heart Association fundraiser.

10 YEARS AGO: 2000 Beechwood Elementary wins the business category in the monthly beautification competition sponsored by Keep Vicksburg-Warren Beautiful. • St. Francis sixth-grader Mallory Bricka wins first place in four events at the Dance and Baton Jubilee competition in Pearl.

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Rural fire protection getting better and better There’s no such thing as too much fire protection for a rural state such as Mississippi, says Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney. Chaney, a former member of the state House and Senate, was among dozens of co-sponsors on a 1995 bill that created the Rural Fire Truck Acquisition Assistance Program. Now, as state insurance commissioner, Chaney oversees the program. Heading into its 16th year, the program has placed hundreds of fire trucks into rural Mississippi communities. The program has worked so well — and is so politically popular — that Mississippi lawmakers have sent Gov. Haley Barbour a bill extending it for another year. “It is an extremely popular program that has not only saved lives and property but also provided the best equipment to our 13,000-plus volunteer firefighters in the state,” Chaney said. “In return we have been able to keep insurance rates low and stable in our rural areas,” he said.

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Department of Insurance figures show the state has invested $31 million in the rural fire truck programs. The money has bought 566 new trucks.

The bill does not authorize any money, but lawmakers have recommended $2.3 million for the fire truck program in the Insurance Department budget in the fiscal year that begins July 1. Final approval is pending but legislative leaders say funding for the program is secure. Sen. Perry Lee, R-Mendenhall, the lead senator on the reauthorization bill, said lawmakers know the value of the program to areas outside the city limits and to small municipalities. “We’re putting a lot of fire protection in rural communities that had

never had it before,” said Lee, who was a volunteer firefighter for 25 years. “A house fire is the closest thing to a death in a family and it deeply affects the lives of a family to lose a home and property. “Putting good equipment in the hands of these volunteer fire departments — and most of the money goes to the volunteer fire departments — protects the lives and property of the public and protects the lives of the firefighters, too,” Lee said. The investment, say supporters, has generated more local participa-

tion. Where the state grants don’t meet a need, rural areas have found local money — or a federal government — to fill in the gaps. The program provides counties with grants of $50,000 per fire truck for the first six trucks and $70,000 each for the next four vehicles. Counties also can apply for trucks on behalf of cities with which they have a contract to provide fire protection within a five-mile area of the municipal limits. Department of Insurance figures show the state has invested $31 million in the rural fire truck programs. The money has bought 566 new trucks. Chaney said homeowners have saved an estimated $50 million a year on insurance premiums. Chaney said his office has requests for 90 trucks, some of which would replace aging tankers a few counties acquired as surplus from the Mississippi Forestry Commission. Chaney said the program has created more public awareness of rural fire protection. That, he said, has

prompted many rural areas to build more fire stations, creating more of a need for trucks. He said 2009 figures show there were 638 all-volunteer fire departments operating 206 substations. Overall, there are 757 fire departments with 471 substations. Former House Insurance Committee Chairwoman Mary Ann Stevens, D-West, said the program has had broad legislative support. “Our goal when we started out was to put a fire truck in every supervisors’ district,” said Stevens. Backers say the program has also served to encourage boards of supervisors to get involved in fire protection when in the past they weren’t. In that way, the program has done more than just put a fire truck in a county; it has gotten more people involved in their local fire departments. •

Jack Elliott Jr. lives near Jackson and covers Mississippi for The Associated Press.

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A trailer and other items sit on the property of 44-year-old David Brian Stone, the suspected ringleader of the Michiganbased Hutaree militia. at a hearing this afternoon. Stone’s father and seven others believed to be part of the Michigan-based Hutaree militia group appeared in court earlier Monday on charges that they had plotted to kill a police officer then slaughter scores

9 charged in bullying of teen who killed self NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (AP) — Insults and threats followed 15-year-old Phoebe Prince almost from her first day at South Hadley High School, targeting the Irish immigrant in the halls, library and in vicious text messages. Phoebe, ostracized for having a brief relationship with a popular boy, reached her breaking point and hanged herself after one particularly hellish day in January — a day that, according to officials, included being hounded with slurs and pelted with a beverage container as she walked home from school. Now, nine teenagers face charges in what a prosecutor called “unrelenting” bullying, including two teen boys charged with statutory rape and a clique of girls charged with stalking, criminal harassment and violating Phoebe’s civil rights.

School officials won’t be charged, even though authorities say they knew about the bullying and that Phoebe’s mother brought her concerns to at least two of them. Northwestern District Attorney Elizabeth Scheibel, who announced the charges Monday, said the events before Phoebe’s death on Jan. 14 were “the culmination of a nearly three-month campaign of verbally assaultive behavior and threats of physical harm” widely known among the student body. Scheibel said the case is still under investigation and that one other person could be charged. Scheibel said the harassment began in September, occurring primarily in school and in person, although some of it surfaced on Facebook and in other electronic forms.

Allergy/Asthma Timothy Kerut, M.D. Anesthesiology John Adams, M.D. Hien Van Phan, M.D. Randy Sassone, M.D. J. Arthur Saus, M.D. Cardiology Paul W. Pierce, IV, M.D. Murray Whitaker, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgery John Agnone, M.D. Emergency Medicine Clay Bass, M.D. Justin Buford, M.D. Richard Bush, M.D. James Carr, M.D. Stephen Chouteau, M.D. Dwight Flowers, M.D. Brian Hudson, M.D. Chris Jackson, M.D. John Jennings, M.D. Shunte Jones, M.D. Richard Miles, M.D. Matthew Miley, D.O.

more by bombing the officer’s funeral — all in hopes of touching off an uprising against the government. Stone was the only suspect not arrested during FBI raids in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio at the weekend.

Prosecutors said Hutaree members were planning an attack sometime in April. FBI agents seized guns but would not say whether they found explosives. The arrests dealt “a severe blow to a dangerous organization that today stands accused of conspiring to levy war against the United States,” Attorney General Eric Holder said. In an indictment, prosecutors said the group began militarystyle training in the Michigan woods in 2008, learning how to shoot guns and make and set off bombs. The indictment identified 44-year-old David Brian Stone of Clayton as the group’s ringleader, and said he had appointed his son Joshua as an operational unit leader.

Court: Judges can settle fight over mutual fund fees WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court today ordered a lower court to reconsider a lawsuit that asks the courts to rein in what some investors are calling “excessive” fees on mutual funds, a popular investment vehicle for millions of Americans. The high court said the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago used the wrong standard when it threw out a lawsuit brought by investors against a mutual fund company for charging excessive fees. Justice Samuel Alito, writing for the court, said the appeals court should have made its decision using the standard set by the courts in 1982 in the case Gartenberg v. Merrill Lynch Asset Management. The court sent the case back down for the courts to apply Gartenberg.

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Fastenal (FAST) . . . . . . . 48.43 Family Dollar (FDO) . . . 36.88 Fred’s (FRED). . . . . . . . . . 12.45 Int’l Paper (IP). . . . . . . . . 25.15 Janus Capital Group (JNS)...14.54 J.C. Penney (JCP). . . . . . 32.91 Kroger Stores (KR) . . . . 21.34 Kan. City So. (KSU) . . . . 36.43 Legg Mason (LM) . . . . . 29.30 Parkway Properties (PKY) .. 18.65 PepsiAmerica Inc. (PAS). . .29.98 Regions Financial (RF). . 7.64 Rowan (RDC) . . . . . . . . . 27.63 Saks Inc. (SKS) . . . . . . . . . .8.65 Sears Holdings (SHLD). . 109.74 Simpson-DuraVent (SSD) .. 28.23 Sunoco (SUN). . . . . . . . . 28.75 Trustmark (TRMK). . . . . 24.50 Tyco Intn’l (TYC) . . . . . . 37.40 Tyson Foods (TSN) . . . . 19.09 Viacom (VIA) . . . . . . . . . . 35.88 Walgreens (WAG) . . . . . 37.49 Wal-Mart (WMT) . . . . . . 55.74

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

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Putin: Bombing masterminds will be caught MOSCOW (AP) — Vladimir Putin vowed today to “drag out of the sewer” the masterminds of the twin suicide bombing of the Moscow subway system that killed 39 people and left scores wounded. The powerful prime minister spoke as Russia mourned the dead from Monday’s attacks; teary passengers lit candles and left carnations at both of the central stations that were hit. The blasts shocked a country that had grown accustomed to such violence being confined to a restive southern corner — and marked the return of terrorism to the everyday lives of Muscovites after a six-year break.

As senior politicians call for the return of the death penalty, the attacks have raised f e a r s t h at civil liberties Vladimir may again Putin be sacrificed under the pretext of fighting terrorism — a charge Putin faced during his eight-year presidency. “I understand what authorities will do. They will resume persecution of opposition, there will be more censorship, political spying. There will be more riot police dispersing opposition rallies and

protests. But it will not save us from terrorism,” prominent opposition leader Boris Nemtsov said in an editorial published by Grani.ru online magazine. As president, Putin consolidated control in the wake of the 2004 Beslan school hostage crisis by abolishing the election of regional governors, and came to power in 1999 promising a strong crackdown on rebels in Russia’s North Caucasus. Putin said today that he is sure the organizers of Monday’s attacks by two women will be found. “We know that they are lying low, but it is already a matter of the pride of law

enforcement agencies to drag them out of the sewer and into broad daylight.” Many have speculated that the blasts — blamed on Muslim extremists in the Caucasus region, which includes Chechnya — were retaliation for the recent killing of separatist leaders in the area by Russian police. No claims of responsibility have been made. The city remained on edge today, even as people began to commute on the subway again. The female suicide bombers detonated belts of explosives during the morning rush-hour at the stations, investigators said.

GOP fires staffer over $1,946 topless club visit WASHINGTON — The Republican National Committee has fired a staffer who helped organize a $1,946 visit last month to a sex-themed Hollywood club, and the GOP said it will recoup the money from a donor who also participated. The episode is the latest in a string of questionable spending by the RNC as Republicans prepare for a costly election season in which they hope to take dozens of House and Senate seats from Democrats. An RNC internal memo says the Feb. 4 outing to Voyeur West Hollywood involved several members of the “Young Eagles” GOP group who had been in Los Angeles for a meeting. An unnamed staffer, who had been warned that such activi-

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Obama credits Karzai with change WASHINGTON — Afghan’s President Hamid Karzai has made progress in cleaning up corruption “but there’s a long way to go,” President Barack Obama

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

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More flooding threatens storm-weary East Coast BOSTON (AP) — The second major rain storm of the month pounded the Northeast today with what meteorologists said could be recordsetting rainfall, sending rivers toward flood stage, closing roads, delaying flights and causing a run on basement sump pumps. About 1,000 National Guard troops were ready for action in Massachusetts, where emergency management officials were monitoring rivers that were expected to reach flood stage, putting additional strain on residents already weary of dealing with flooded yards and basements. The storm hit as the region continues to recover from a storm two weeks ago that dropped as much as much as 10 inches of rain. The National Weather Service says more than 11 inches of rain had fallen on Boston as of Monday, and today’s rain could break the monthly rainfall record set in 1953. Standing water was pooling on roadways across the region, making driving treacherous and forcing road clo-

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Pedestrians take cover under umbrellas in New York today. sures, police said. Weather-related delays averaged three hours at Newark Liberty International Airport, and two hours at New York’s La Guardia Airport, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. In New York City, a mud slide caused some interruptions on a commuter rail line in the Bronx. The rain also caused a run on basement sump pumps at hardware and home improvement stores. Jim Tatarczuk, manager of Amesbury Industrial Supply Co. Inc., told The Daily News

of Newburyport his store would normally stock about 130 pumps for the spring, but he has sold nearly double that already. President Barack Obama issued disaster declarations for many areas of New England to free up federal aid to residents and households for damages caused by late winter and early spring storms. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, and low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses. Wamed Mansour of Pater-

son, N.J., scrambled Monday to move new computers, phone consoles and fax machines in his office to higher ground — about $10,000 worth of equipment he bought last week to replace what was destroyed earlier this month when his auto parts business flooded with 7 feet of water from the Passaic River. “It’s been a really tiring few weeks, and now it might be all over again,” Mansour said. In Rhode Island, meteorologists warned of a possible “life-threatening” situation along the Pawtuxet River, with heavy flooding by this afternoon that could be as severe as or worse than the mid-March storm. The Blackstone River in Woonsocket was expected to hit 18 feet, nine feet above flood stage, by 2 a.m. Wednesday. “This is turning out to be a nightmare,” said Steve Kass, spokesman for the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency. In Cranston, R.I., about 100 people were evacuated from their homes late Monday night because a bridge over

the Pawtuxet was closed due to damage from the earlier storm, and authorities were concerned that residents would be without an escape route. In Connecticut, where the weather service issued flood warnings for the entire state, Gov. M. Jodi Rell opened the state’s emergency operations center. Businesses and homeowners placed sandbags and other barriers along the Yantic River in Norwich on Monday as the river reached flood stage. New York City was within 3 inches of the March record of 10.54 inches set in 1983, and forecasters said the storm could easily eclipse that mark. Violent weather from the same system, including at least one tornado, was blamed for injuries to several people and damage to more than 30 homes Sunday night in the Carolinas. Two teenagers in North Carolina died after their car slid off a rain-slick road into a swollen creek. The rain was tapering off in the Carolinas early today.

Park before the Local and Private committees. Flaggs has said be may seek, as he has in the past, bond money for land stabilization work in the historic cemetery. • Senate Bill 3200, by Hopson, which authorizes Issaquena County to issue

bonds to participate in placing electricity-producing turbines off barges in the Mississippi River. The bill is before the House Local and Private and Ways and Means committees, having unanimously passed the Senate. It allows the county to issue

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Businesses pay a tax to help cover the cost. House Labor Committee Chairman Rufus Straughter of Belzoni said Monday that Barbour won’t fight an eligiblity change in a bill passed by the House. The bill would allow the state to begin considering the most recently completed quarters when determining eligibility for unemployment benefits. Under the current system, up to six months of a worker’s earnings are not considered because employers and the unemployment agency are given that much time to process paperwork. The department has been given stimulus money that could be used to upgrade to an electronic system, Straughter said. The eligibility change would allow Mississippi to receive $18.7 million of the $56.1 million. The language adjusting the eligibility period is in a bill approved by the House before lawmakers recessed this past weekend. The House also passed a bill to reauthorize the agency. “While I still strongly believe the state should receive all federal funds available for unemployed workers during this time of fierce economic hardship, I am satisfied with the compromise to give close to 7,000 Mississippians $18.7 million in assistance,” he said in a news release. Senate Finance Chairman Dean Kirby said he won’t hold a committee meeting

until April 20 when the legislative session resumes. The governor remains opposed to changing state law to provide unemployment benefits to those seeking part-time jobs, another stimulus requirement. Barbour spokesman Dan Turner said the governor wouldn’t actively oppose the revised eligibility period, but “Barbour has been consistent in his opposition to expanding unemployment benefits to those who are not willing to accept full-time employment.” Barbour has said changing benefits for part-time workers could lead to a tax increase on the businesses that pay into a fund to cover the benefits after the stimulus money is gone. The bill approved by the House doesn’t deal with part-time worker benefits. The eligibility change is part of the stimulus’ modernization option, which involves quicker data collection so the most recent quarter can be used to determine if jobless people had sufficient wages to qualify for unemployment benefits. Kirby, R-Pearl, said he had not seen the legislation passed by the House. “If the bills are worthy of bringing out, we’ll bring them out” during the April 20 committee meeting, he said. Regardless, Kirby said, lawmakers intend to keep the unemployment agency funded and operational. “We have too many people who depend on that,” he said.

deaths The Vicksburg Post prints obituaries in news form for area residents, their family members and for former residents at no charge. Families wishing to publish additional information or to use specific wording have the option of a paid obituary.

Melba Dianne Roberts Melba Dianne Roberts died Thursday, March 25, 2010, at River Region Medical Center. She was 60. Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Green and Cora Lee Ramshur; and a brother, Jackie Ramshur. She is survived by her husband, Paul A. Roberts Sr.; her children and stepchildren, Nathan D. Kuhn, Robert

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STATE FORECAST TONIGHT Clear; lows in the 40s wednesDAY-friday Sunny; highs in the lower 80s

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C. Allen, Robin M. Segers, Aubrey J. Nolan, Mike L. Allen, Paul Roberts Jr., Christie M. Roberts, Megan L. Allen, Billy E. Allen, Homer Roberts, Kenny Roberts and Jimbo Westbrooks; and grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Burial will follow under the direction of Frank J. Fisher Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 11:30 Wednesday until the service. Pallbearers will be Kenny Roberts, David May, Robert Allen, Mike Allen, Kevin Roberts and Bud Hazzlerigg. Honorary pallbearer will be Brittney McElroy.

“They can literally toss it out the window. Anybody walking along could pick up and open a container and end up with a lung-full of

revenue bonds to finance the project and to form a nonprofit corporation to carry it out. Issaquena County has an agreement with Louisianabased MARMC Enterprises to share power sales from a pair of 5-megawatt turbines

proposed in the river near Fitler Bend and Addie. Revenue estimates on those sites and Free Flow’s are speculative, though officials in Issaquena have quoted figures in the millions.

chemicals.” City police also have not seen an increase in arrests but credit greater awareness of both officers and the

public in identifying abandoned meth-related materials, said Lt. Bobby Stewart. “That has brought it more to light.”

and bulldozers moved sand to the site below the slide that caused several cracks in the pavement on Washington Street. The cracks were sealed to keep any rainwater from seeping in. Saturday, city workers inspected a storm drain just south of the shift for cracks and possible movement. Winfield said Monday that city officials are working with Warren County supervisors. “We thought it would be wise and prudent to include them in this because, not only are city residents being affected, but also our county residents potentially could be affected by this,” Winfield said. District 5 Supervisor Richard George said the county also has declared an emergency. “If the line were to burst, it would cost the citizens a great inconvenience and the taxpayers a great inconvenience,” George said. “If the city needs assistance, we

would be glad to help them.” He said because most water districts outside the corporate limits produce their own supply, he did not think a break would have a major effect on county residents. But, “It depends on the longevity of the outage,” George said. In September 2006, when a water line broke near Anderson-Tully Company, also off North Washington Street, repairs cost the city $60,000 and residents were without water for about 24 hours. That break was closed to the city’s well field and water treatment plant at E.W. Haining Industrial Center. Winfield said if the line were to break, the city would seek help from the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency for water and other necessities.

Water Continued from Page A1. and a few rural water districts, was detected Friday in the same area where a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Interpretive Center is being built. No movement has been recorded since then due to temporary stabilization work that continued through the day. Corps spokesman Kavanaugh Breazeale said a 24-hour site watch had been suspended. Winfield said officials from the Corps met Monday afternoon with city engineers to talk about short- and longterm solutions. Vicksburg Public Works director Bubba Rainer said traffic between Grove and Main streets has been blocked to reduce vibration at the site. Otherwise, city and federal engineers will not meet again until one of them has devised a plan for a permanent fix. “It’s not an easy problem to solve,” said Rainer. On Friday, dump trucks

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Highs and Lows High/past 24 hours............. 65º Low/past 24 hours............... 44º Average temperature......... 55º Normal this date................... 61º Record low..............31º in 1964 Record high............88º in 1946 Rainfall Recorded at the Vicksburg Water Plant Past 24 hours......................None This month..............2.76 inches Total/year.............. 12.99 inches Normal/month......5.78 inches Normal/year........ 16.11 inches Solunar table Most active times for fish and wildlife Wednesday: A.M. Active............................ 6:35 A.M. Most active...............12:22 P.M. Active............................. 7:02 P.M. Most active................12:48 Sunrise/sunset Sunset today........................ 7:20 Sunset tomorrow............... 7:21 Sunrise tomorrow.............. 6:53

RIVER DATA Stages Mississippi River at Vicksburg Current: 38.8 | Change: +0.4 Flood: 43 feet Yazoo River at Greenwood Current: 19.6 | Change: +0.4 Flood: 35 feet Yazoo River at Yazoo City Current: 20.9 | Change: +0.5 Flood: 29 feet Yazoo River at Belzoni Current: 19.1 | Change: +0.1 Flood: 34 feet Big Black River at West Current: 8.6 | Change: -1.1 Flood: 12 feet Big Black River at Bovina Current: 16.3 | Change: -2.7 Flood: 28 feet StEELE BAYOU Land....................................79.4 River....................................86.3

MISSISSIPPI RIVER Forecast Cairo, Ill. Wednesday........................... 45.3 Thursday................................ 45.4 Friday....................................... 45.5 Memphis Wednesday........................... 28.5 Thursday................................ 28.7 Friday....................................... 28.7 Greenville Wednesday........................... 44.6 Thursday................................ 44.7 Friday....................................... 44.8 Vicksburg Wednesday........................... 38.8 Thursday................................ 39.0 Friday....................................... 39.2

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Rebels face Dayton tonight By The Associated Press

march madness NIT semifinals Ole Miss vs. Dayton 6 tonight TV: ESPN2 Radio: 1490 AM

scheDuLe PREP BASEBALL PCA hosts Calvary Today, 5 St. Al at Cathedral Today, 7 VHS hosts Clinton Today, 7 WC at Greenville-Weston Today, 7

NEW YORK — This isn’t where Marcus Ginyard expected to end his career when he signed a letter of intent with North Carolina four years ago. He expected to be playing in the Final Four, of course, just not this one. So forgive him for speaking quietly, slouching ever so slightly, looking just a little bit out of place Monday when he joined a few other players from Rhode Island, Ole Miss and Dayton for a news conference before the semifinals of the NIT. The Rebels are in the semifinals for the second time in three seasons and have made three trips to the NIT under fourth-year coach Andy Kennedy. Their foe

COLLEgE BaSkETBaLL tonight, Dayton, is playing in the tournament for the 22nd time, second only to St. John’s for the most of any school. “A lot of people make excuses and reasons not to play in this tournament, but I view it different,” Kennedy said. “I view it as a way to keep playing and win a championship.” The truth is, Ginyard’s entire team looks out of place in New York. Twelve months removed from cutting down the nets after its fifth national championship, North Carolina is trying to make bittersweet history. No school has ever followed a title on basket-

ball’s biggest stage with an NIT championship at Madison Square Garden. “To me it’s still a championship. You just have to put out of mind it’s not what you wanted,” Ginyard said, suddenly perking up. “It speaks to greater life lessons, you know? You’re not always going to be given what you want or put in the position that you want, but you just have to do the best you can with what you have.” The bluest of the bluebloods, North Carolina joined a dubious list this season only eight teams long — since the NCAA tournament expanded in 1975 — by following a national championship by missing college basketball’s signature event. See Rebels, Page B3.

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in Brookhaven on Saturday and it just carried over to tonight. The attitude needs to change. We need that want-to back. We had played really knockout defense up at Riverside, but not so tonight.” The two teams were tied at 1 after two innings. Three hits by Bogue Chitto loaded the bases and then a dropped throw off a bunt attempt scored two runs and the error floodgates opened.

St. Aloysius coach Gene Rogillio knows all too well the devastation cancer can cause. That’s why today when the Lady Flashes host Madison St. Joseph, both teams will wear pink in honor of cancer awareness. The game will be the first of its kind in Warren County. “We’ll have our pink game here and we’ll have another one when we go to Madison St. Joe. St. Dominic’s Hospital is sponsoring both games,” said Rogillio after St. Al’s division game with Bogue Chitto Monday night at Bazinsky Park. Renee McGuffee, who works for St. Al in the school’s front office, said the entire school day will be about cancer awareness. “We will have a $2 jean day at the school, so the kids can wear jeans to school but they must donate two dollars. Then at the game with Madison St. Joe, our team will be wearing pink shirts and pink socks while Madison will wear pink shirts and blue pants. All of the gate and the concessions will go to several cancer charities and Relay for Life. We will also pass the helmet for more donations,” McGuffee said.

See St. Al, Page B3.

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WHO’S HOT JOHN M. HARRIS PCA pitcher picked up the win and had two hits, including an RBI single, in a 7-6 victory over Central Hinds on Monday.

SIDELINES Varnado, Johnson make all-star team NEW YORK (AP) — Having a couple of freshmen on The Associated Press’ All-America team is nothing new. This year, however, they are from the same school. Kentucky’s John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins were on the All-America team announced Monday. Joining them were Ohio State junior Evan Turner, who received all but one firstteam vote, Syracuse junior Wes Johnson and Villanova senior Scottie Reynolds. Mississippi State forward Jarvis Varnado and Jackson State guard Garrison Johnson were honorable mentions. In the age of one-anddone players, the All-America team has become a home for freshmen. Kevin Durant of Texas and Greg Oden of Ohio State were on the 2007 team, while Michael Beasley of Kansas State and Kevin Love of UCLA were on it the next year. After a year without any freshmen being honored, Wall and Cousins moved in as the ninth set of teammates to be selected and the first since Duke’s J.J. Redick and Shelden Williams in 2006.

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St. Aloysius pitcher Taylor Ann Hasty delivers a pitch against Bogue Chitto Monday at Bazinsky Park.

Errors are costly for St. Al Lady Flashes fall to Division 7-1A foe Bogue Chitto By Jeff Byrd jbyrd@vicksburgpost.com Last year, Bogue Chitto and St. Aloysius met in a tense, second-round softball series with the deciding third game going down to the last out in extra innings. The Lady Bobcats won 7-5 to advance to the state semifinals. This year, the two schools are back in the same division like they were three years ago. The big difference is Sarah Franco is now pitching for Hinds Com-

pREp SOfTBaLL munity College and not for St. Al. The Lady Bobcats (7-4, 2-0 Division 7-1A) took advantage of 12 Lady Flash errors, 17 hits and five walks to crush St. Al 16-5 in six innings at Bazinsky Park. The loss drops St. Al to 6-8 overall and 1-1 in the division. Bogue Chitto coach Scott Leggett said it was a lot different to face the Lady Flashes without Sarah Franco.

“This is the first time since I’ve been at Bogue Chitto where we didn’t have to face Sarah,” Leggett said. “We were able to put the ball in play. I was tickled that the bottom of my order hit the ball well. I thought St. Al hit the ball well. It came down to who could hit better.” St. Al coach Gene Rogillio felt his team became unglued in the field. “I think we counted 14 errors,” Rogillio said. “We played like this against Enterprise (Lincoln) down

Eagles hold on for win against Central Hinds By Ernest Bowker ebowker@vicksburgpost.com

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RAYMOND — If nothing else, it’s been an exciting week for Porters Chapel. The Eagles squandered most of a five-run lead Monday night before surviving for a 7-6 victory over Central Hinds. It was PCA’s third consecutive game decided by one run and the second it has won. “It’s helping us to learn how to shut games down at the end. That’s going to help us when we get to the playoffs,” said PCA’s Matthew Warren, who drove in two

runs and pitched out of two jams in the sixth and seventh innings to earn his first save of the season. The Eagles (7-4) aren’t quite to the playoffs yet, but can take a big step today when they face Calvary Christian in a matchup of MAIS District 5-A co-leaders. A win would give PCA a three-game lead over thirdplace University Christian with five district games remaining, and all but assure the Eagles of their 12th consecutive playoff berth. The top two teams in

each district qualify for the postseason. “That’s a big game for us,” PCA coach Jerry Bourne said. “That’s for sole possession of first place in the district. These last three games will prepare us. We win, that’ll put us in a really good position.” Central Hinds (7-7) might have pulled out the win Monday if not for a string of baserunning blunders. It had four runners picked off — including two on the same play in the third inning — and another thrown out at third as he tried to move up on McCaa Donald’s sacrifice

fly in the fifth inning. Central Hinds coach Todd Montgomery said some of the miscues were caused by PCA pitcher John Michael Harris’ pickoff move. Montgomery claimed it was a balk and argued that to the umpires on several occasions, but no balks were called. “We had a couple of baserunning mistakes. Both were balks, and I’ll go to my grave saying they were,” Montgomery said. “But we still have to be better baserunners than that.” PCA missed its own chances to put the game

away early. Colby Rushing broke a 2-2 tie with a two-run single in the top of the fourth inning, and Harris added an RBI single two batters later to give the Eagles a 5-2 lead. Two more runs scored on an error and an RBI groundout by Cameron Upton in the fifth to made it 7-2. PCA only had one baserunner the rest of the game, however, while Central Hinds staged an impressive comeback. Donald’s sacrifice fly in the bottom of the fifth made it 7-3, and the Cougars See Eagles, Page B3.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

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MLB PRESEASON Noon ESPN - Boston vs. Tampa Bay COLLEGE BASKETBALL 6 p.m. ESPN2 - NIT, semifinal, Ole Miss vs. Dayton 8 p.m. ESPN2 - NIT, semifinal, North Carolina vs. Rhode Island WOMEN’S BASKETBALL 6 p.m. ESPN - NCAA Tournament, regional final, Connecticut vs. Florida State 8 p.m. ESPN - NCAA Tournament, regional final, Oklahoma vs. Kentucky NHL 7 p.m. Versus - Chicago at St. Louis SOCCER 1:30 p.m. FSN - UEFA Champions League, quarterfinal, Olympique Lyonnais vs. Girondins de Bordeaux 7 p.m. FSN - UEFA Champions League, quarterfinal, Bayern Muenchen vs. Manchester United (tape)

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from staff & AP reports

GOLF Els wins second tourney in a row ORLANDO, Fla. — Ernie Els went two years without a PGA Tour victory. Now he’s won two in a row. Els survived a few nervous moments by making two clutch par putts, closing with a 1-under 71 for an 11-under 277 total to win the rain-delayed Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. Coming off a four-shot victory in the World Golf Championship at Doral two weeks ago, Els won for the 18th time in his PGA Tour career and made it consecutive wins for the first time since 2003. He was relieved upon holing an 8-foot par putt on the final hole, giving him a two-shot victory over Kevin Na and Edoardo Molinari of Italy.

prep golf WC has strong finish at St. Aloysius match Warren Central finished second in the boys’ standings with a 170 and finished first in the girls’ standings on Monday at the Vicksburg Country Club. Medalist for the boys’ match, won by St. Al with a 165, was Warren Central’s Parker Rutherford with a 1-under 35. Rich Phillips had a 44 and Austin Ledbetter a 45 for WC. Dylan Bradley added a 46 for the Vikings. On the girls’ side, Peyton Rutherford and Emery Gluck shot 44 apiece while Kara Channel had a 49.

AUTO RACING Will Powers wins Honda Gran Prix ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Will Power won the rain-delayed Honda Grand Prix, his second IndyCar victory in as many races this season. Power and Justin Wilson ran away from the field late, but Wilson could never make a great run at the lead in the final laps. Power prevailed by nearly a full second, with Ryan Briscoe third and Helio Castroneves one spot behind him — that duo giving Penske Racing three of the top four spots.

PRO FOOTBALL Florida woman sues Santonio Holmes ORLANDO, Fla. — A Florida woman is suing Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Santonio Holmes, saying the one-time Super Bowl MVP hit her in the face with a glass at an Orlando nightclub and then offered to pay her so she wouldn’t press charges.

Spring Schedule

W x-Orlando.......................52 x-Atlanta........................47 Miami.............................40 Charlotte........................38 Washington....................21

Pct GB .703 — .644 4 1/2 .541 12 .521 13 1/2 .292 30

L 16 32 38 47 50

Pct GB .784 — .556 17 .479 22 1/2 .365 31 .315 34 1/2

Southwest Division W x-Dallas..........................49 San Antonio...................44 Memphis........................38 Houston.........................36 New Orleans.................35

L 25 29 35 36 40

Pct GB .662 — .603 4 1/2 .521 10 1/2 .500 12 .467 14 1/2

Northwest Division W x-Utah............................49 x-Denver........................48 Oklahoma City...............44 Portland.........................45 Minnesota......................14

L 26 27 28 29 60

Pct GB .653 — .640 1 .611 3 1/2 .608 3 1/2 .189 34 1/2

Pacific Division

Team Overall SEC South Carolina..............19-5................................5-1 Vanderbilt......................21-4................................4-2 Florida............................18-5................................4-2 Georgia..........................9-15................................1-5 Kentucky........................16-8................................1-5 Tennessee.....................11-13..............................0-6

West

Team Overall SEC LSU................................20-3................................5-1 Ole Miss.......................19-6................................4-2 Auburn...........................17-7................................4-2 Arkansas........................18-5................................4-2 Alabama........................16-6................................2-4 Mississippi St..............14-10..............................2-4 Monday’s Games No games scheduled Today’s Games Cincinnati at Kentucky, 5:30 p.m. Florida vs. Florida St., at Jacksonville, Fla., 6 p.m. The Citadel at South Carolina, 6 p.m. Tennessee Tech at Tennessee, 6 p.m. Wofford at Vanderbilt, 6 p.m. Mississippi St. vs. Ole Miss, at Pearl, 6:30 p.m. Jacksonville State at Alabama, 6:35 p.m. Centenary at Arkansas, 6:35 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Centenary at Arkansas, 3:05 p.m. Western Kentucky at Kentucky, 5:30 p.m. Presbyterian College at Tennessee, 6 p.m. Wofford at Vanderbilt, 6 p.m. Auburn at Troy, 6 p.m. Binghamton at LSU, 6:30 p.m. Alabama vs. UAB, at Hoover, Ala., 6:30 p.m. ———

Conference USA

Team Overall C-USA Tulane............................17-8................................2-1 UAB...............................13-8................................2-1 Houston.........................12-10..............................2-1 Memphis........................11-13..............................2-1 Central Florida...............15-10..............................1-2 Southern Miss.............14-9................................1-2 Rice...............................13-12..............................1-2 Marshall.........................10-12..............................1-2 East Carolina.................16-8................................0-0 Monday’s Games No games scheduled Today’s Games Elon at East Carolina, 5 p.m. Bethune-Cookman at UCF, 5:30 p.m. Southern Miss at South Alabama, 6 p.m. Tulane at Southeastern Louisiana, 6 p.m. Alabama State at UAB, 6:30 p.m. Memphis at Arkansas St., 6:30 p.m. Rice at Lamar, 6:30 p.m. Texas-San Antonio at Houston, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Marshall at Eastern Kentucky, 2 p.m. Central Florida at Bethune-Cookman, 5 p.m. UNC Wilmington at East Carolina, 5 p.m. Alabama vs. UAB, at Hoover, Ala., 6:30 p.m.

Mississippi college schedule

Monday’s Games No games scheduled Today’s Games Union at Tougaloo, 1:30 p.m. Faulkner at William Carey, 2 p.m. Belhaven at Delta St., 6:30 p.m. Mississippi College at Millsaps, 6 p.m. Stillman at Mississippi Valley St., 6 p.m. Ole Miss vs. Mississippi St., at Pearl, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Stillman at Mississippi Valley St., 1 p.m. Tougaloo at Jackson St., 3 and 6 p.m. Union at Belhaven, 6 p.m. Southern Miss at South Alabama, 6 p.m. Thursday’s Games East Texas Baptist at Mississippi College, 6 p.m. Saint Mary’s at Southern Miss, 6:30 p.m.

prep baseball

March 30 1981 — Sophomore guard Isiah Thomas scores 23 points to lead Indiana to a 63-50 victory over North Carolina to win the NCAA basketball title. 1987 — Keith Smart’s 16-foot jump shot gives Indiana a 74-73 victory over Syracuse for the NCAA men’s basketball championship. 2007 — Kobe Bryant scores 53 points for his eighth 50-point performance of the season in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 107-104 overtime loss to Houston. 2008 — The Boston Celtics hold Miami to an NBA-record low 17 field goals, coasting to an 88-62 victory. The previous record for fewest field goals in a game came against Miami in April 1999, when Chicago managed only 18.

Porters Chapel.........................101 320 0 — 7 6 3 Central Hinds...........................101 013 0 — 6 8 2 WP-John Michael Harris (3-0). LP-Austin Biggs. S-Matthew Warren (1). 2B-Lee Douglas (CH). HR-Austin Sills (CH). Multiple hits-Harris (PC) 2, Reed Gordon (PC) 2, Kyle McNair (CH) 2, Blake Bishop (CH) 2.

PORTERS CHAPEL 7, CENTRAL HINDS 6

prep softball

W L Pct GB x-L.A. Lakers.................54 20 .730 — Phoenix..........................47 26 .644 6 1/2 L.A. Clippers..................27 46 .370 26 1/2 Sacramento...................24 50 .324 30 Golden State.................21 52 .288 32 1/2 x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division ——— Monday’s Games Toronto 103, Charlotte 101 New Jersey 90, San Antonio 84 New Orleans 108, L.A. Lakers 100 Dallas 109, Denver 93 Utah 103, New York 98 Today’s Games Sacramento at Indiana, 6 p.m. Oklahoma City at Philadelphia, 6 p.m. Phoenix at Chicago, 7 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Milwaukee, 7 p.m. Washington at Houston, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday’s Games L.A. Lakers at Atlanta, 6 p.m. Philadelphia at Charlotte, 6 p.m. Milwaukee at Cleveland, 6 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Toronto, 6 p.m. Oklahoma City at Boston, 6:30 p.m. Miami at Detroit, 6:30 p.m. Phoenix at New Jersey, 6:30 p.m. Dallas at Memphis, 7 p.m. Sacramento at Minnesota, 7 p.m. Washington at New Orleans, 7 p.m. Houston at San Antonio, 7:30 p.m. New York at Portland, 9 p.m. Golden State at Utah, 9 p.m.

college basketball NCAA Tournament FINAL FOUR

At Indianapolis National Semifinals Saturday Michigan State (28-8) vs. Butler (32-4), 5:07 p.m. West Virginia (31-6) vs. Duke (33-5), 7:47 p.m. National Championship April 5 Semifinal winners ———

National Invitation Tournament Semifinals

At New York Today Ole Miss vs. Dayton, 6 p.m. North Carolina vs. Rhode Island, 8:30 p.m.

Championship

April 1 Semifinal winners, 6 p.m.

2009-10 Associated Press All-America Teams By The Associated Press Statistics March 14

FIRST TEAM Evan Turner, Ohio State, 6-7, 205, junior John Wall, Kentucky, 6-4, 195, freshman Wes Johnson, Syracuse, 6-7, 205, junior Scottie Reynolds, Villanova, 6-2, 190, senior DeMarcus Cousins, Kentucky, 6-11, 270, freshman

SECOND TEAM James Anderson, Oklahoma State, 6-6, 210, junior Sherron Collins, Kansas, 5-11, 205, senior Greivis Vasquez, Maryland, 6-6, 200, senior Jon Scheyer, Duke, 6-5, 190, senior Da’Sean Butler, West Virginia, 6-7, 230, senior

THIRD TEAM Greg Monroe, Georgetown, 6-11, 247, sophomore Cole Aldrich, Kansas, 6-11, 245, junior Damion James, Texas, 6-7, 225, senior Luke Harangody, Notre Dame, 6-8, 246 Darington Hobson, New Mexico, 6-7, 205, junior

HONORABLE MENTION Al-Farouq Aminu, Wake Forest; Kevin Anderson, Richmond; Luke Babbitt, Nevada; Keith Benson, Oakland; Matt Bouldin, Gonzaga. Randy Culpepper, UTEP; Noah Dahlman, Wofford; Malcolm Delaney, Virginia Tech; Devan Downey, South Carolina. Muhammad El-Amin, Stony Brook; Kenneth Faried, Morehead State; Alex Franklin, Siena; Jimmer Fredette, BYU; Marquez Haynes, Texas-Arlington. Gordon Hayward, Butler; Lazar Hayward, Marquette; Adnan Hodzic, Lipscomb; Reggie Holmes, Morgan State; Robbie Hummel, Purdue. Charles Jenkins, Hofstra; Garrison Johnson, Jackson State; Orlando Johnson, UC Santa Barbara; Tyren Johnson, Louisiana-Lafayette; Dominique Jones, South Florida. Adam Koch, Northern Iowa; David Kool, Western Michigan; Damian Lillard, Weber State; Kalin Lucas, Michigan State; C.J. McCollum, Lehigh. E’Twaun Moore, Purdue; Artsiom Parakhouski, Radford; Patrick Patterson, Kentucky; Quincy Pondexter, Washington; Jacob Pullen, Kansas State. Jerome Randle, California; Andy Rautins, Syracuse; Justin Rutty, Quinnipiac; Omar Samhan, Saint Mary’s; Kyle Singler, Duke; Ekpe Udoh, Baylor; Jarvis Varnado, Mississippi State; Hassan Whiteside, Marshall; Ryan Wittman, Cornell.

Tank McNamara

BOGUE CHITTO 16, ST. AL 5

Bogue Chitto................ 104 362 — 16 17 2 St. Aloysius.................. 101 210 — 5 7 12 WP-Toy Smith, LP-Taylor Ann Hasty. 2B-Hasty (SA) 2, Shelby Logue (SA). Multiple hits-Adrienne Wallace (BC) 4, Kerri McGehee (BC) 3, Darcy Miller (BC) 2, Smith (BC) 2 Rheagan Welch (BC) 2, Josie Porter (BC) 2, Hasty (SA) 2.

nba EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division Pct .644 .493

L 22 26 34 35 51

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Southeastern Conference East

L 26 37

.356 21 .356 21 .135 37 1/2

Central Division W y-Cleveland....................58 Milwaukee......................40 Chicago.........................35 Indiana...........................27 Detroit............................23

college baseball

W y-Boston........................47 Toronto..........................36

47 47 64

Southeast Division

Monday’s Games Washington , N.Y. Mets (ss) Pittsburgh 13, Houston 1 Atlanta 5, Philadelphia 4 Toronto 2, Detroit 2, tie St. Louis 5, Minnesota 2 N.Y. Mets (ss) 7, Florida 6 Texas 7, Colorado 6 San Francisco 8, Milwaukee 6 Seattle 3, Oakland 2 Chicago Cubs 8, Cincinnati 1 L.A. Angels (ss) 10, Kansas City 2 Tampa Bay 9, Boston 3 N.Y. Yankees 11, Baltimore 7 Chicago White Sox 7, L.A. Angels (ss) 7, tie L.A. Dodgers 11, Cleveland 2 San Diego 11, Arizona 3 Today’s Games Washington vs. Florida, 12:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (ss) vs. Atlanta, 12:05 p.m. Boston vs. Tampa Bay, 12:05 p.m. Detroit vs. Baltimore, 12:05 p.m. Philadelphia vs. Houston, 12:05 p.m. Pittsburgh vs. Minnesota, 12:05 p.m. St. Louis vs. N.Y. Mets, 1:10 p.m. Oakland vs. Chicago White Sox, 3:05 p.m. Milwaukee vs. L.A. Angels, 3:05 p.m. Texas vs. Arizona, 3:05 p.m. San Diego vs. Cincinnati, 3:05 p.m. Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco, 3:05 p.m. L.A. Dodgers vs. Colorado., 3:10 p.m. Toronto vs. N.Y. Yankees (ss), 6:05 p.m. Cleveland vs. Kansas City, 9:05 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Toronto vs Philadelphia, 1:05 p.m. Houston vs Atlanta, 1:05 p.m. Boston vs Baltimore, 12:05 p.m. Tampa Bay vs Minnesota (ss), 12:05 p.m. Pittsburgh vs Detroit, 12:05 p.m. Washington vs St. Louis, 12:05 p.m. Minnesota (ss) vs N.Y. Yankees, 12:05 p.m. Florida vs N.Y. Mets, 12:10 p.m. Kansas City vs San Diego, 2:05 p.m. Seattle vs Texas, 4:05 p.m. Cincinnati vs Oakland, 3:05 p.m. Chicago Cubs (ss) vs Milwaukee, 3:05 p.m. San Francisco vs L.A. Dodgers, 3:05 p.m. L.A. Angels vs Chicago Cubs (ss), 3:05 p.m. Arizona vs Colorado, 3:10 p.m. Chicago White Sox vs Cleveland, 7:05 p.m. Cincinnati vs L.A. Dodgers, 10:05 p.m.

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New York.......................26 Philadelphia...................26 New Jersey...................10

GB — 11

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women’s basketball NCAA Women’s Tournament DAYTON REGIONAL

At Dayton, Ohio Regional Semifinals Sunday Connecticut 74, Iowa State 36 Florida State 74, Mississippi State 71 Regional Championship Today Connecticut (36-0) vs. Florida State (29-5), 6 p.m.

MEMPHIS REGIONAL

At Memphis, Tenn. Regional Semifinals Saturday Baylor 77, Tennessee 62 Duke 66, San Diego State 58 Regional Championship Monday Baylor 51, Duke 48

SACRAMENTO REGIONAL

At Sacramento, Calif. Regional Semifinals Saturday Stanford 73, Georgia 36 Xavier 74, Gonzaga 56 Regional Championship Monday Stanford 55, Xavier 53

KANSAS CITY REGIONAL

At Kansas City, Mo. Regional Semifinals Sunday Oklahoma 77, Notre Dame 72, OT Kentucky 76, Nebraska 67 Regional Championship Today Oklahoma (26-10) vs. Kentucky (28-7), 8 p.m.

FINAL FOUR

At San Antonio National Semifinals April 4 Dayton champion vs. Memphis champion Sacramento champion vs. Kansas City champion National Championship April 6 Semifinal winners

nhl EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division

GP x-Pittsburgh.....76 x-New Jersey..75 Philadelphia.....76 N.Y. Rangers...75 N.Y. Islanders..75

W 44 44 38 33 31

L 25 26 32 32 34

OT 7 5 6 10 10

Pts 95 93 82 76 72

Northeast Division

GP x-Buffalo..........75 Ottawa.............76 Montreal...........76 Boston.............75 Toronto............76

W 42 41 37 34 28

L 23 30 31 29 35

OT 10 5 8 12 13

Pts 94 87 82 80 69

Southeast Division

GP z-Washington...75 Atlanta.............76 Carolina...........76 Florida..............75 Tampa Bay......75

W 49 33 32 30 30

L 15 31 35 33 33

OT 11 12 9 12 12

Pts 109 78 73 72 72

GF 237 203 221 197 196

GA 217 183 210 203 232

GF 215 205 204 190 202

GA 189 216 208 189 250

GF 292 224 210 195 197

GA 214 240 236 220 237

Central Division W 46 44 39 36 31

L 21 27 23 30 32

OT 7 6 13 9 13

Pts 99 94 91 81 75

GF 241 214 207 203 205

GA 191 212 197 205 244

Northwest Division

GP Vancouver.......75 Colorado..........75 Calgary............76 Minnesota........76 Edmonton........75

W 45 41 38 37 24

L 26 27 29 33 44

OT 4 7 9 6 7

Pts 94 89 85 80 55

GF 244 225 194 208 190

GA 195 207 193 226 255

Pacific Division

GP W L x-San Jose......76 47 19 x-Phoenix.........76 47 23 Los Angeles....75 42 27 Anaheim..........75 36 31 Dallas...............76 33 29 NOTE: Two points for a win, time loss. x-clinched playoff spot z-clinched conference

OT 10 6 6 8 14 one

Sprint Cup points 1. J.Johnson........................................................ 898 2. G.Biffle............................................................ 884 3. M.Kenseth....................................................... 882 4. K.Harvick......................................................... 837 5. J.Burton........................................................... 785 6. Ku.Busch......................................................... 776 7. J.Gordon......................................................... 773 8. T.Stewart......................................................... 770 9. C.Bowyer......................................................... 747 10. D.Earnhardt Jr.............................................. 739 11. P.Menard....................................................... 735 12. B.Vickers...................................................... 734.

transactions BASEBALL American League

BOSTON RED SOX—Optioned C Dusty Brown and INF Kevin Frandsen to Pawtucket (IL). Reassigned INF Jorge Jimenez and C Gustavo Molina to their minor league camp.

National League

WESTERN CONFERENCE GP x-Chicago........74 Nashville..........77 Detroit..............75 St. Louis..........75 Columbus........76

11. (31) Marcos Ambrose, Toyota, 508, 66.6, 130. 12. (30) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 508, 72.7, 127. 13. (33) Sam Hornish Jr., Dodge, 508, 65.7, 124. 14. (9) Paul Menard, Ford, 508, 74.1, 121. 15. (8) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 508, 91, 118. 16. (27) David Ragan, Ford, 508, 70.6, 115. 17. (23) Kasey Kahne, Ford, 508, 73.4, 112. 18. (2) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 508, 84.3, 109. 19. (35) David Gilliland, Ford, 508, 51.5, 111. 20. (7) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 508, 118, 108. 21. (16) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 507, 97.1, 105. 22. (10) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 507, 91.6, 97. 23. (6) Kurt Busch, Dodge, 506, 95, 99. 24. (25) Elliott Sadler, Ford, 506, 54.5, 91. 25. (39) Mike Bliss, Chevrolet, 506, 45.8, 88. 26. (5) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 506, 67.7, 85. 27. (34) Travis Kvapil, Ford, 506, 43.1, 87. 28. (24) David Reutimann, Toyota, 503, 64.9, 79. 29. (29) Bobby Labonte, Chevrolet, 499, 50.4, 76. 30. (15) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 498, 71.6, 73. 31. (32) Kevin Conway, Ford, 498, 33.3, 70. 32. (28) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 496, 41.1, 67. 33. (18) Scott Speed, Toyota, 491, 37.4, 64. 34. (38) Robby Gordon, Toyota, 480, 36.8, 61. 35. (1) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 408, 97.5, 63. 36. (22) Juan Pablo Montoya, Chevrolet, 400, 62.5, 55. 37. (36) David Stremme, Ford, rear gear, 307, 40.9, 52. 38. (21) AJ Allmendinger, Ford, accident, 173, 51.5, 49. 39. (43) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, accident, 67, 32.2, 46. 40. (40) Max Papis, Toyota, brakes, 52, 32.5, 43. 41. (37) Aric Almirola, Chevrolet, brakes, 43, 33.5, 40. 42. (42) Dave Blaney, Toyota, overheating, 24, 27.4, 37. 43. (41) Michael McDowell, Toyota, brakes, 19, 29.3, 34. ——— Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 73.180 mph. Time of Race: 3 hours, 39 minutes, 5 seconds. Margin of Victory: 0.670 seconds. Caution Flags: 13 for 79 laps. Lead Changes: 24 among 8 drivers.

Pts GF GA 104 247 198 100 210 187 90 218 202 80 211 227 80 216 238 point for over-

Monday’s Games Buffalo 3, Boston 2 Carolina 4, Atlanta 1 Nashville 3, Florida 2, OT Minnesota 3, Los Angeles 2 Anaheim 3, Dallas 1 Today’s Games Atlanta at Toronto, 6 p.m. Boston at New Jersey, 6 p.m. N.Y. Rangers at N.Y. Islanders, 6 p.m. Ottawa at Washington, 6 p.m. Tampa Bay at Columbus, 6 p.m. Edmonton at Detroit, 6:30 p.m. Chicago at St. Louis, 7 p.m. Los Angeles at Nashville, 7 p.m. Phoenix at Vancouver, 9 p.m. Wednesday’s Games Florida at Buffalo, 6 p.m. Carolina at Montreal, 6 p.m. Tampa Bay at Pittsburgh, 6:30 p.m. Chicago at Minnesota, 7 p.m. San Jose at Dallas, 7:30 p.m. Anaheim at Colorado, 8 p.m. Phoenix at Calgary, 8:30 p.m.

nascar Goody’s Fast Pain Relief 500 Results Monday At Martinsville Speedway Ridgeway, Va. Lap length: .526 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (19) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 508 laps, 130.9 rating, 195 points. 2. (17) Joey Logano, Toyota, 508, 100.7, 170. 3. (11) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 508, 121.3, 170. 4. (26) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 508, 97.3, 160. 5. (20) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 508, 90.9, 155. 6. (14) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 508, 86.6, 150. 7. (12) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 508, 102.7, 146. 8. (13) Carl Edwards, Ford, 508, 88.9, 142. 9. (3) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 508, 105.1, 138. 10. (4) Greg Biffle, Ford, 508, 71.9, 134.

FLORIDA MARLINS—Reassigned RHP Scott Strickland and INF Logan Morrison to the minor league camp. PITTSBURGH PIRATES—Claimed RHP Hayden Penn off waivers from Florida. Designated OF Brandon Moss for assignment. WASHINGTON NATIONALS—Claimed C Chris Coste off waivers from the N.Y. Mets.

FOOTBALL NFL

ARIZONA CARDINALS—Re-signed WR Steve Breaston, C Lyle Sendlein, NT Gabe Watson to one-year qualifying offers, LB Monty Beisel to a one-year contract and CB Michael Adams to an exclusive rights contract. BUFFALO BILLS—Re-signed S George Wilson, LB Keith Ellison, LB Jon Corto, DB Cary Harris, DB Jonathan Stupar and WR Felton Huggins. CINCINNATI BENGALS—Re-signed LB Abdul Hodge, S Kyries Hebert, G Nate Livings, QB Jordan Palmer and OT Dennis Roland. SAN DIEGO CHARGERS—Signed CB Nathan Vasher to a two-year contract. SEATTLE SEAHAWKS—Signed WR Sean Morey to a multiyear contract. WASHINGTON REDSKINS—Signed CB Phillip Buchanon.

HOCKEY National Hockey League

LOS ANGELES KINGS—Recalled G Jonathan Bernier from Manchester (AHL). MINNESOTA WILD—Recalled G Anton Khudobin from Houston (AHL). NEW YORK RANGERS—Recalled F Corey Locke from Hartford (AHL).

LOTTERY Sunday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 0-8-2 La. Pick 4: 3-5-4-3 Monday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 1-1-9 La. Pick 4: 5-6-1-8 Tuesday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 8-4-4 La. Pick 4: 6-6-9-7 Wednesday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 4-7-5 La. Pick 4: 5-3-0-0 Easy 5: 12-19-25-27-34 La. Lotto: 16-19-21-22-29-33 Powerball: 14-20-24-39-49 Powerball: 7; Power Play: 3 Thursday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 9-8-5 La. Pick 4: 9-6-2-3 Friday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 5-3-1 La. Pick 4: 3-5-5-7 Saturday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 7-5-1 La. Pick 4: 7-1-2-7 Easy 5: 4-5-14-15-26 La. Lotto: 3-4-12-24-35-39 Powerball: 7-21-32-44-52 Powerball: 10; Power play: 4

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

The Vicksburg Post

Hamlin clocks field in home state Lady Bears, Cardinal MARTINSVILLE, Va. (AP) — Denny Hamlin is scheduled for surgery on Wednesday morning, and then rehabilitation to get his left knee back into driving shape as soon as possible. What better way to prepare than to begin rehabilitating his sagging season first? The NASCAR star may have done just than in his home state Monday, rallying from ninth place after giving up the lead on a late trip to pit road and almost recklessly bull-rushing his way through the field in a pair of stirring two-lap sprints at Martinsville Speedway. “This is probably the most gratifying win I’ve had simple because we came through adversity so many times, whether it be because of pit road or that dash at the end,” Hamlin said of his ninth victory. “We just flat out drove through them at the end and got the win.” The victory gave Hamlin his first top-10 finish of the season after five races where he hadn’t finished better than 17th. It also moved him from 19th in the points race to 15th. And that was after what could have been a demoralizing moment. He was running out front with eight laps to go, as he did for 172 laps, and had to make a decision on what to do. If he headed for pit road, the

The associated press

Denny Hamlin celebrates winning the Goody’s 500 race at Martinsville Speedway Monday. cars right behind them would stay on the track, gambling that they could win a short sprint to the finish on older tires. If he stayed on the track, the rest would likely pit, get fresh tires and surely run them down in the late sprint. He and crew chief Mike Ford picked going to pit road, and

Hamlin made it pay off. “We just did it the old-fashioned way,” Hamlin said after he passed Ryan Newman, Matt Kenseth and leader Jeff Gordon after the final restart for his third career victory here. “That’s hard to do. I had to bully my way through there

towards the end, but everybody was just running into everyone,” Hamlin said of his surge from ninth to Victory Lane. “I flattened my tire with Kenseth going down the backstretch and just somehow made it work.” First, he hugged the inside into the first turn, forcing three-wide racing that almost never leads to good things, especially on a narrow 0.526mile oval. He plowed his way into fourth place before teammate Kyle Busch spun out, bringing out a very timely caution. Ahead of him, Gordon was poised to cross the start-finish line and take the white flag, which almost certainly would have allowed him to win the race with the lead Hamlin handed him. But when the yellow flew before Gordon got to the line, a two-lap sprint was required. Gordon thought NASCAR threw the caution when Busch spun to set up the dramatic finish. “It was pretty obvious to me that NASCAR wanted to do a green-white-checkered finish,” he said after running third. “There were cars blowing tires, hitting the wall, and they weren’t throwing the caution. One spins out, and they throw the caution in the blink of an eye.” The race was originally scheduled to be run Sunday, but was postponed by rain.

Paul leads Hornets to win over Lakers NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Chris Paul had his first double-double since returning from injury with 15 points and 13 assists to help the New Orleans Hornets beat the Los Angeles Lakers 108-100 on Monday night. David West scored 20 points for New Orleans, while Marcus Thornton had 18 points and fellow rookie Darren Collison, a former UCLA standout, added 17 points against his hometown team. Kobe Bryant had 31 points and Pau Gasol added 26 points and 22 rebounds, but

nba they didn’t have much help as the Lakers trailed throughout the final three quarters and fell behind by as much as 17 points in the fourth before losing for the second time in three games. Thornton and James Posey each had three 3-pointers for the Hornets, who hit 10 3s in all while snapping a two-game skid. Posey finished with 13 points and Emeka Okafor grabbed 13 rebounds. Ron Artest scored 14 points and Lamar Odom 10 for Los

St. Al

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when Taylor Ann Hasty got her second double of the game and then scored on a grounder by Madison Heggins. Six Lady Bobcats had two or more hits. Adrienne Wallace went 4-for-5 with four runs scored to pace Bogue Chitto. Kerri McGehee had three hits while Darcy Miller, Josie Porter, Toy Smith and Rheagan Welch had two hits each. St. Al was led by Hasty with two doubles and two RBI. Logue had a double while DeRossette and Mallory McGuffee had a single and a run scored.

Pink Continued from Page B1. Admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for children and no passes will be accepted. Rogillio said he hopes the game will become an annual event and encourages both Vicksburg High and Warren

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Rebels Continued from Page B1. The last was Florida in 2008, when the Gators had four juniors leave early for the NBA draft. Early departures are part of the reason the Tar Heels have stumbled, too. Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington followed seniors Tyler Hansbrough and Danny Green into the play-for-pay ranks, rather than returning to Chapel Hill for one more season. The bigger problem, though, has been injuries that ransacked a lineup that was already fairly thin. Nine players have combined to miss 43 games, from Ed Davis’ broken wrist to Tyler Zeller’s fractured foot to season-ending injuries to broth-

ers David and Travis Wear. “I’ve never experienced anything like this, ever,” said coach Roy Williams, who qualified for the NCAA tournament every year as a head coach except his first season at Kansas, when the school was on probation. “It wasn’t hard to get them motivated, it was hard to get over the disappointment of how poorly we played to get in this position,” Williams added. “I told them if someone invited us, we were going to play, I didn’t give a darn what they said. Then it was up to the kids.” It hasn’t been easy, and the Tar Heels received no favors because of their name.

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TONIGHT ON TV n MOVIE “Down with Love” — In 1960s New York, a womanizing journalist, Ewan McGregor, tries to make a feminist author, Renée Zellweger, fall in love with him./8 on Lifetime n SPORTS College basketball — Ole Miss tries to advance to the finals of the NIT when it faces Dayton in a semifinal game at Madison Square Garden in New York City./6 on ESPN2 Ewan McGregor n PRIMETIME “90210” — Naomi butts heads with the Blaze’s new faculty adviser; Adrianna confides in Silver and Naomi about her feelings for Gia; Teddy tries to make Silver jealous; Dixon bonds with Dana; Liam catches his stepfather with another woman./7 on CW

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MILESTONES n BIRTHDAYS Peter Marshall, game show host, 84; Richard Dysart, actor, 81; John Astin, actor, 80; Warren Beatty, actor-director, 73; Eric Clapton, rock musician, 65; MC Hammer, rap artist, 47; Tracy Chapman, singer, 46; Celine Dion, singer, 42; Norah Jones, singer, 31. n DEATHS Dan Duncan — The billionaire energy tycoon who founded one of the largest energy services companies in the U.S., died at his Houston home Sunday, his company said. Duncan, 77, was chairman of the company that manages Enterprise Products Partners LP, a midstream energy giant with more than 48,000 miles of natural gas, petrochemical and crude oil pipelines and 25 natural gas processing plants. The company focuses its services in the processing, storage and transportation sectors within the oil and gas industry. June Havoc — The actress and writer whose childhood in vaudeville as Baby June was immortalized in the musical “Gypsy” has died in Connecticut at age 97, her publicist said Monday. Havoc, the younger sister of famed stripper Gypsy Rose Lee, died Sunday of natural causes at her home in Stamford. Her death was confirmed by Shirley Herz, her publicist and friend. While she never reached the fame of her sister, June Havoc Havoc had a varied, successful theater career that stretched from 1918 into the next century. With music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Arthur Laurents, “Gypsy” is considered one of the best musicals ever written. The original 1959 production starred Ethel Merman, and it has been revived several times since. It also became a 1962 movie starring Rosalind Russell, with Natalie Wood as the grown-up Gypsy.

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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony rapper arrested A rap artist from the group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony has been arrested during an Ohio concert on 12-year-old charges that he roughed up his mother with a gun. Stanley Howse, 36, — whose stage name is Flesh-N-Bone — was in jail Monday, a day after he was taken into custody during a show in the group’s hometown of Cleveland. Sheriff’s spokesman John O’Brien said depuStanley Howse ties didn’t wait until after the show because Howse seemed to notice them, invited audience members to the stage and tried to slip out. He was arrested backstage. O’Brien said Howse was wanted on domestic violence and felonious assault charges. The rapper is accused of striking his mother with a gun in 1998, leaving a 1-inch gash on her head. Court records do not list an attorney for Howse.

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Superman comic sells for $1.5M The record price for a comic book, already broken twice this year, has been shattered again. A copy of the 1938 edition of Action Comics No. 1 sold Monday for $1.5 million on the auction Web site ComicConnect.com. The issue, which features Superman’s debut and originally sold for 10 cents, is widely considered the Holy Grail of comic books. The same issue sold in February for $1 million, though that copy wasn’t in as good condition as the issue that sold Monday. That number was bested just days later when a 1939 comic book featuring Batman’s debut sold for $75,000 more at an auction in Dallas. There are about 100 copies of Action Comics No. 1 believed to be in existence, and only a handful in good condition. The issue that sold Monday was rated slightly higher than the one that sold in February; it had been tucked inside an old movie magazine for years before being discovered.

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Singer Ricky Martin livin’ la vida open, says he’s gay NeW yoRK (AP) — Ricky Martin is no longer denying the rumors: He’s gay. In a statement posted via Twitter in both Spanish and English, and later confirmed with his representative, Martin said: “I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am.” For many, Monday’s announcement will come as no surprise; the “Livin’ La Vida Loca” singer’s sexuality has been speculated about for years. But the Puerto Rican star, who got his start as a child in the teen group Menudo, never directly addressed it and was usually seen at events with beautiful women on his arm. Martin, 38, said he decided to reveal the truth after working on his memoirs helped him realize that he had to be free with himself, and not keep any more secrets. Martin said one of the reasons why he kept his homosexuality hidden was because he was told by some that it would hurt his

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Car names suggest that you are what you drive Dear Abby: My husband and I had fun coming up with cars that fit with certain professions (Jan. 23). It made a long car ride seem short. Here’s what we came up with: The Greek epic poet Homer would have a Honda Odyssey, and a firefighter a Chevy Blazer. An entomologist would crawl through traffic in his Mitsubishi Spyder. A meteorologist would drive a Honda Element, an astronomer would have a Mitsubishi Eclipse and an optician a Ford Focus. Picasso would paint the town in his Nissan Cube, an ornithologist would use a Ford Falcon and his lawyer would drive a Honda Civic. — Megan T., Riding the Highways in Belvidere, N.J. Dear Megan: I’m pleased I was able to make your road trip more enjoyable. Readers, you amaze me! You put the pedal to the metal and came up with some ingenious responses. My staff and I had a great time reading them. Read on:

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BY DR. ROBERT WALLACE • NEWSPAPER ENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION Dr. Wallace: I’m 14, involved in student government and am a good student. My parents are both teachers, and my English teacher happens to be my father. That means that I have to do all of my homework every school night. I don’t mind this at all. My parents allow me to watch only one hour of television on school nights. That means if I finish my homework at 7 p.m., I’m finished watching television at 8 p.m. If a good movie is on, I only get to watch half of it. My mom always says, “Time to go to your room. I’ll tell you how the movie ends.” I think this stinks. Please give me your opinion. Also, are you addicted to television? Be honest! — Jerry, St. Louis. Jerry: Putting a one-hour limit on TV viewing is good sound parenting, but it should be enforced flexibly and measured as a weekly average rather than by the day. That way, if you wanted to watch a two-hour movie one night and if your homework is finished, you could skip tube time entirely a day or two later. I hope your parents agree. Happy teens make it easier to have a happy family. But too much TV viewing is everyone’s problem, not just kids’. The average American spends 12 years of his or her life watching television, according to the National Education Association. That’s frightening. The point of limiting children’s TV viewing is to curb a possible lifelong couch-potato habit and encourage them to find better things to do with their time — not to punish them. Personally, I am not an avid TV watcher. I avoid sitcoms and “reality” shows. I do watch sports — especially the NCAA Final Four basketball championship — and certain public television programs. I sometimes watch the evening news and, occasionally, a television special. I try to keep up with what’s happening in our mixed-up world by subscribing to two daily newspapers. • Dr. Robert Wallace writes for Copley News Service. E-mail him at rwallace@Copley News Service.

Magnum Force plate — no, wait, he can’t have that one because I already do! — Donna in Southern California Dear Abby: How about pairing these names and cars? Astronomer Carl Sagan in a Mercury Comet, decathlon winner Bruce Jenner in his Javelin, Mr. T. in his very own Model T. And finally, Albert Einstein sporting around in — what else — a Smart Car. — Steven, Along for the Ride in L.A. Dear Abby: I have one: Michael Phelps in his Ford Freestyle. — Emilie in Albuquerque, N.M. Dear Abby: I submit the following: Keanu Reeves driving a Toyota Matrix, Courteney Cox cruising around in her Mercury Cougar, Dizzy Gillespie in a Dodge Coronet and Thomas Edison in a Chevy Volt. When Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger isn’t driving around in his Hummer, he’d be using his Ford Flex, and Ben Franklin would drive a Jeep Liberty. Abby, thanks

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ORDINANCE NO 2010-04 ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 23-42(C) AND SECTION 23-42(D) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF VICKSBURG FIXING WATER RATES AND MINIMUM WATER CONSUMPTION AND MINIMUM MONTHLY CHARGES AND WATER ALLOWANCE FOR VARIOUS SIZE METERS AND RELATED PURPOSES BE IT ORDAINED: That the Code of Ordinances of the City of Vicksburg, styled and numbered Chapter 23, Section 23-42(c) and Section 23-42(d), shall be amended as follows, to wit: Section One: Section 23-42(c) is hereby deleted in its entirety : Section Two: The following language is substituted in place of the deleted language: "Section 23-42(c)(1). Inside city limits. Residential consumers of water inside the city limits shall be supplied, subject to the rules and regulations governing the city waterworks at the following rates: Basic monthly rates First 2,000 gallons minimum bill for up to 3/4-inch meter $8.75 First 2,000 gallons minimum bill for 1 inch meter 10.92 First 2,000 gallons minimum bill for 11/2 inch meter 15.25 First 2,000 gallons minimum bill for 2 inch meter 19.59 Next 8,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 3.07 Next 10,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.66 Next 20,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.36 Next 60,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.06 Next 900,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.88 Next 1,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.50 Next 3,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.43 Next 5,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.39 Excess over 10,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.31 Section Three: Section 23-42(c)(2) is deleted in its entirety : Section Four: The following language is substituted in place of the deleted language: "Section 23-42(c)(2). Inside city limits. Commercial consumers of water inside the city limits shall be supplied, subject to the rules and regulations governing the city waterworks at the following rates: Basic monthly rates First 4,000 gallons for Up to 1 1/2" meter $35.81 First 4,000 gallons for 2" meter 45.41 First 4,000 gallons for 2 1/2" meter 55.01 First 4,000 gallons for 3" meter 64.61 First 4,000 gallons for 4" meter 83.81 First 4,000 gallons for 6" meter 122.22 First 4,000 gallons for 8" meter 160.62 First 4,000 gallons for 10" meter 199.03 First 4,000 gallons for 12" meter 237.43 First 4,000 gallons for 14" meter 275.84 Next 8,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 3.27 Next 10,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.86 Next 20,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.56 Next 58,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.26 Next 900,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.08 Next 1,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.70 Next 3,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.63 Next 5,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.59 Excess over 10,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.51 Minimum monthly charge shall be the above cost for the first 4,000 gallons according to meter size." Section Five: Section 23-42(c) (3) is deleted in its entirety : Section Six: The following language is substituted in place of the deleted language: "Section 23-42(c)(3). Inside city limits. Industrial consumers of water inside the city limits shall be supplied, subject to the rules and regulations governing the city waterworks at the following rates: Basic monthly rates First 4,000 gallons for Up to 1 1/2" meter $35.81 First 4,000 gallons for 2" meter 45.41 First 4,000 gallons for 2 1/2" meter 55.01 First 4,000 gallons for 3" meter 64.61 First 4,000 gallons for 4" meter 83.81 First 4,000 gallons for 6" meter 122.22 First 4,000 gallons for 8" meter 160.62 First 4,000 gallons for 10" meter 199.03 First 4,000 gallons for 12" meter 237.43 First 4,000 gallons for 14" meter 275.84 Next 8,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 3.27 Next 10,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.86 Next 20,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.56 Next 58,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.26 Next 900,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 2.08 Next 1,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.70 Next 3,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.63 Next 5,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.59 Excess over 10,000,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons 1.51 Minimum monthly charge shall be the above cost for the first 4,000 gallons according to meter size." Section Seven: Section 23-42(d) is deleted in its entirety : Section Eight: The following language is substituted in place of the deleted language: "Section 23-42(d). Multiple service through single meter. Separate houses, multifamily residences, and apartment complexes with more than one family unit served through a common meter shall be billed under the above rate schedule in the following manner: (1) Step 1. Determine average monthly water usage by each family unit by dividing the total monthly metered water usage by total number of family units served by a respective meter. (2) Step 2. Determine monthly water bill for each family unit by applying the above rate schedule provided in section 23-42(c)(1) using the minimum for the ae-inch meter, to the water usage determined in Step 1. (3) Step 3. Determine the total monthly water bill for each metered service by multiplying the monthly family unit water bill, determined in Step 2, by eighty (80) percent of the number of family units, rounded to the higher whole number, served by the respective meter." ORDAINED this the 25th day of March, 2010. CITY OF VICKSBURG, MISSISSIPPI /s/ Paul E. Winfield PAUL E. WINFIELD, MAYOR /s/ Michael A. Mayfield, Sr., MICHAEL A. MAYFIELD, SR., ALDERMAN /s/ Sidney H. Beauman SIDNEY H. BEAUMAN, ALDERMAN ATTEST: /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK THE ABOVE AND FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced in writing and on motion by Alderman Beauman, second by Alderman Mayfield, it was read in full the first time, by its title the second time, and again read in full the third time, was discussed and was then read and considered section by section and voted upon as follows: Section One: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Two: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Three: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Four: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Five: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Six: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Seven: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Eight: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None THOSE IN FAVOR OF THE ORDINANCE AS A WHOLE: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Pursuant to the foregoing vote, the ordinance was adopted. /s/ Paul E. Winfield MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK CERTIFICATE I, Walter W. Osborne, Jr., the duly appointed, qualified and acting City Clerk and lawful custodian of the Minutes of The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg and Seal of said City, Certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of a Ordinance Adopted by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg at an Adjourned Board Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2010 WITNESS my signature and official seal of office this 25th day of March, 2010. /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. Walter W. Osborne, Jr., City Clerk Publish: 3/30(1t)

01. Legals SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE WHEREAS, on March 1, 2005, James M. Bell, Sr. and Rose M. Womack, Husband and Wife, as joint tenants executed a certain deed of trust to Ronald Andrew Marion, Jr., Trustee for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. which deed of trust is of record in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Warren County, State of Mississippi in Book 1523 at Page 167; and WHEREAS, said Deed of Trust was subsequently assigned to EverHome Mortgage Company by instrument dated October 5, 2009 and recorded in Book 1502 at Page 168 of the aforesaid Chancery Clerk's office; and WHEREAS, EverHome Mortgage Company has heretofore substituted J. Gary Massey as Trustee by instrument dated October 5, 2009 and recorded in the aforesaid Chancery Clerk's Office in Book 1502 at Page 169; and WHEREAS, default having been made in the terms and conditions of said deed of trust and the entire debt secured thereby having been declared to be due and payable in accordance with the terms of said deed of trust, EverHome Mortgage Company, the legal holder of said indebtedness, having requested the undersigned Substituted Trustee to execute the trust and sell said land and property in accordance with the terms of said deed of trust and for the purpose of raising the sums due thereunder, together with attorney's fees, trustee's fees and expense of sale. NOW, THEREFORE, I, J. Gary Massey, Substituted Trustee in said deed of trust, will on April 13, 2010 offer for sale at public outcry and sell within legal hours (being between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.), at the West Door of the County Courthouse of Warren County, located at Vicksburg, Mississippi, to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described property situated in Warren County, State of Mississippi, to-wit: ALL OF LOT 47 OF BROADMOOR SUBDIVISION, PART 1, A PLAT OF WHICH APPEARS OF RECORD IN BOOK 116 AT PAGE 231 OF THE LAND RECORDS OF WARREN COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI. I WILL CONVEY only such title as vested in me as Substituted Trustee. WITNESS MY SIGNATURE on this 17th day of March, 2010. J. Gary Massey SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEE## Shapiro & Massey, L.L.P. 1910 Lakeland Drive Suite B Jackson, MS 39216 (601)981-9299 307 John Allen Street Vicksburg, MS 39180 09-103379DM Publish: 3/23, 3/30, 4/6(3t) SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE WHEREAS, on November 16, 2007, John F. Bowser, An Unmarried Person, executed a certain deed of trust to First American Title, Trustee for the benefit of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. which deed of trust is of record in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Warren County, State of Mississippi in Book 1683 at Page 208; and WHEREAS, said Deed of Trust was subsequently assigned to PHH Mortgage Corporation by instrument dated March 10, 2010 and recorded in Book 1506 at Page 718 of the aforesaid Chancery Clerk's office; and WHEREAS, PHH Mortgage Corporation has heretofore substituted J. Gary Massey as Trustee by instrument dated March 19, 2010 and recorded in the aforesaid Chancery Clerk's Office in Book 1506 at Page 719; and WHEREAS, default having been made in the terms and conditions of said deed of trust and the entire debt secured thereby having been declared to be due and payable in accordance with the terms of said deed of trust, PHH Mortgage Corporation, the legal holder of said indebtedness, having requested the undersigned Substituted Trustee to execute the trust and sell said land and property in accordance with the terms of said deed of trust and for the purpose of raising the sums due thereunder, together with attorney's fees, trustee's fees and expense of sale. NOW, THEREFORE, I, J. Gary Massey, Substituted Trustee in said deed of trust, will on April 20, 2010 offer fo sale at public outcry and sell within legal hours (being between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.), at the West Door of the County Courthouse of Warren County, located at Vicksburg, Mississippi, to the highest and best bidder for cash the following described property situated in Warren County, State of Mississippi, to-wit: All of Lot 10B, PEAR ORCHARD SUBDIVISION,

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01. Legals as shown by plat of record in Plat Book 3 at Page 121 of the land records of Warren County, Mississippi, and being contained therein in Plat Cabinet "A" at Slot 202C, and also being shown by plat of record in Plat Book 3 at Page 128 of the Land Records of Warren County, Mississippi, and being contained in Plat Cabinet "A" at Slot 204-C. LESS AND EXCEPT: That certain property described as Parcel Two in Deed conveyed to Lillian Toney by SandersHollingsworth Builders, LLC, dated October 10, 2003 and recorded in Deed Book 1320 at Page 445 of the Land Records of Warren County, Mississippi. I WILL CONVEY only such title as vested in me as Substituted Trustee. WITNESS MY SIGNATURE on this 25th day of March, 2010. J. Gary Massey SUBSTITUTED TRUSTEE## Shapiro & Massey, L.L.P. 1910 Lakeland Drive Suite B Jackson, MS 39216 (601)981-9299 319 Belize Court Vicksburg, MS 39180 10-000274DM Publish: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13(3t) IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF WARREN COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI IN RE: ESTATE OF WEBBER E. BREWER, DECEASED NO. 2010-031PR NOTICE TO CREDITORS Administratrix's Letters on the Estate of the above decedent having been granted to the undersigned by the Chancery Court of Warren County, Mississippi on March 9, 2010, notice is hereby given to all persons having claims against the estate of said decedent to have the same probated, registered and allowed by the Clerk of said Court within ninety (90) days from the date of the first publication of this notice; and failure to do so within said period will forever bar all claims. /s/ Carolyn M. Brewer, Administratrix of the Estate of Webber E. Brewer, Deceased Publish: 3/16, 3/23, 3/30(3t) IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF WARREN COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOHNNIE LEE HOWARD EDMONIA ROBINSON PETITIONER VS. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS-AT-LAW OF JOHNNIE LEE HOWARD RESPONDENTS CAUSE NO. 2010-102 GN SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF MISSISSIPPI TO: THE UNKNOW HEIRS-AT-LAW OF JOHNNIE LEE HOWARD, DECEASED, WHOSE POST OFFICE AND STREET ADDRESSES ARE UNKOWN AFTER DILIGENT SEARCH AND INQUIRY The Civil Action referenced above is filed in this Court by Edmonia Robinson on behalf of the estate of Johnnie Lee Howard, Deceased, seeking to declare and recognize Edmonia Robinson, Emma Lee Sellers, deceased, Robert L. Howard Sr., deceased, Moses Leon Howard, Rosie Howard Brooks, deceased, Lee Thelma Robinson, deceased, Willie Howard Jr., deceased and Sidney Howard, deceased as the sole heirs-at-law of Johnnie Lee Howard, deceased. Anyone claiming to be an heir at law of Johnnie Lee Howard, deceased, may mail or hand-deliver a written response to the Petition filed in this action to Dot McGee, Warren County Chancery Clerk, Post Office Box 351, Vicksburg, Mississippi 39181. You are hereby notified and commanded that to protect any interest or rights you may have, you must physically appear and be present and defend at the Warren County Chancery Courthouse in the Chancery Courtroom, Vicksburg, Mississippi, on the 5th day of May, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. before the honorable Vicki Roach Barnes, Chancellor. Should you fail to be present, appear and defend at the aforesaid time and place, you are hereby notified that an Order will be entered granting the relief demanded in the Petition. ISSUED UNDER MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL OF SAID COURT, this the 18th day of March, 2010. DOT MCGEE CHANCERY CLERK BY: /S/ Denise Bailey D.C. Publish: 3/23, 3/30, 4/6(3t) IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF WARREN COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VARIAN HUTCHISON, DECEASED RODRICK REED PETITIONER STANLEY NEAL RESPONDENT CAUSED NO. 2009-122PR SUMMONS THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI TO: Stanley Neal, 378 Carbon Road, Memphis, TN 38109 And The Unknown Heirs at Law and Statutory Wrongful Death Beneficiaries of Varian Hutchison Deceased You have been made a defendant in this suit filed in this Court by Rodrick Reed, Administrator of the Estate of Varian Hutchison, deceased, to determine the heirs-at-law and statutory wrongful death

01. Legals beneficiaries of Varian Hutchison, deceased. You are summoned to appear and defend against the petition filed against you in this action at 10:30 a.m. on the 21st day of April, 2010, in the Chancery Courtroom of the Warren County Courthouse at Vicksburg, Mississippi before the honorable Vicki Barnes, and in case of your failure to appear and defend, a judgment will be entered against you for the money or other things demanded in the petition. You are not required to file an answer or other pleading but you may do so if you desire. Issued under my hand and seal of said Court this 9th day of March, 2010. /s/ Denise Bailey DC DOT MCGEE, CHANCERY CLERK OF WARREN COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI Publish: 3/16, 3/23, 3/30(3t) ORDINANCE 2010-02 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 23, SECTION 23-93(1)(A) OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF VICKSBURG TO INCREASE CHARGES FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SANITARY SEWERAGE SERVICE BE IT ORDAINED: That the Code of Ordinances of the City of Vicksburg, styled and numbered Chapter 23, Section 23-93(1) (a) shall be amended as follows, to wit: Section One: Section 23-93 (1) (a) is hereby deleted in its entirety. Section Two: The following language is substituted in place of the deleted language: "Section 23-93(1) (a)(1). Residential; First 2,000 gallons, (minimum charges) .........$12.90 Over 2,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons .........3.60 Section 23-93(1) (a)(2) Commercial; First 2,000 gallons, (minimum charges) .........$28.25 Over 2,000 gallons, per 1,000 gallons .........3.60" ORDAINED this the 25th day of March, 2010. CITY OF VICKSBURG, MISSISSIPPI /s/ Paul E. Winfield PAUL E. WINFIELD, MAYOR /s/ Michael A. Mayfield, Sr. MICHAEL A. MAYFIELD, SR., ALDERMAN /s/ Sidney H. Beauman SIDNEY H. BEAUMAN, ALDERMAN ATTEST: Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK THE ABOVE AND FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced in writing and on motion by Alderman Mayfield, second by Alderman Beauman, it was read in full the first time, by its title the second time, and again read in full the third time, was discussed and was then read and considered section by section and voted upon as follows: Section One: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Two: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None THOSE IN FAVOR OF THE ORDINANCE AS A WHOLE: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Pursuant to the foregoing vote, the ordinance was adopted. /s/ Paul E. Winfield MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK CERTIFICATE I, Walter W. Osborne, Jr., the duly appointed, qualified and acting City Clerk and lawful custodian of the Minutes of The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg and Seal of said City, Certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of a Ordinance Adopted by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg at an Adjourned Board Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2010 WITNESS my signature and official seal of office this 25th day of March, 2010. /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. Walter W. Osborne, Jr., City Clerk Publish: 3/30(1t) ORDINANCE NO 2010-03 ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 23 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF VICKSBURG BY ADDING SECTION 23-7 TO ESTABLISH A UTILITY RESERVE FUND AND BY ADDING SECTION 23-8 TO ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR ANNUAL REVIEW OF UTILITY RATES AND RELATED PURPOSES BE IT ORDAINED: That the Code of Ordinances, City of Vicksburg, Mississippi, is hereby amended by adding sections, to be numbered 23-7 and 23-8, which sections reads as follows, to wit: Section One: Section 23-7 is hereby added: "Sec. 23-7. Reserve Fund. There shall be established a reserve fund for each of the Water, Gas and Sewer utilities for the purpose of accumulating funds to be used to retire any indebtedness of the respective utility systems and to fund future depreciation cost and capital improvements to be used as deemed necessary by the Mayor and Aldermen for the replacement of equipment and acquisition of property, capital improvements, and equipment necessary to maintain and improve the respective utility system. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen shall by order designate a monthly sum to

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01. Legals be set aside from the monthly revenue of each of the Water, Gas and Sewer system collections to fund the said reserve fund." Section Two: Section 23-8 is hereby added: "Sec. 23.8. Annual Review of Water, Gas and Sewer Rates. The City of Vicksburg's budgeting staff shall annually prepare an estimate of the revenues to be generated by the City of Vicksburg's current utility rates as applied to current estimated volume of sales for the succeeding budget year. The projected revenues shall be analyzed during budget preparation, and the Board of Mayor and Aldermen shall determine the proper and adequate revenues to fund the Water, Gas and Sewer operations for the succeeding fiscal year." ORDAINED this the 25th day of March, 2010. CITY OF VICKSBURG, MISSISSIPPI /s/ Paul E. Winfield PAUL E. WINFIELD, MAYOR /s/ Michael A. Winfield, Sr. MICHAEL A. MAYFIELD, SR., ALDERMAN /s/ Sidney H. Beauman SIDNEY H. BEAUMAN, ALDERMAN ATTEST: /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK THE ABOVE AND FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced in writing and on motion by Alderman Mayfield, second by Alderman Beauman, it was read in full the first time, by its title the second time, and again read in full the third time, was discussed and was then read and considered section by section and voted upon as follows: Section One: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Section Two: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None THOSE IN FAVOR OF THE ORDINANCE AS A WHOLE: Yeas: Mayor Winfield, Alderman Mayfield, Alderman Beauman Nays: None Pursuant to the foregoing vote, the ordinance was adopted. /s/ Paul E. Winfield MAYOR ATTEST: /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. CITY CLERK CERTIFICATE I, Walter W. Osborne, Jr., the duly appointed, qualified and acting City Clerk and lawful custodian of the Minutes of The Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg and Seal of said City, Certify that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of a Ordinance Adopted by the Mayor and Aldermen of the City of Vicksburg at an Adjourned Board Meeting held on Thursday, March 25, 2010 WITNESS my signature and official seal of office this 25th day of March, 2010. /s/ Walter W. Osborne, Jr. Walter W. Osborne, Jr., City Clerk Publish: 3/30(1t) NOTICE TO THE CREDITORS OF THE ESTATE OF ADA RINGOLD, DECEASED CAUSE NO. 2010-040PR Letters Testamentary in the Estate of Ada Ringold having been granted to the undersigned on the 18th day of March, 2010, by the Chancery Court of Warren County, notice is hereby given to all persons having claims against said Estate to have same probated, registered and allowed by the Clerk of said Court within ninety (90) days from the 1st date of publication of this notice which is the 30th day of March, 2010, or they will be forever barred by operation of law. Dated this the 29 th day of March, 2010. George V. Ringold Administrator Publish: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13(3t) ADVERTISEMENT Notice is hereby given that sealed bids on the following will be received until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 20, 2010 in the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Alcorn State University, Alcorn State, MS 39096: Laboratory Renovation Alcorn State University Labs 223 & 226 - Center For Ecology and Natural Resources Laboratory - Casework, Epoxy Resin Counter Tops, Fume Hoods, Fixtures, Vacuum Pump, Compressed Air Pump, Manifolds and All Final Connections. Specifications may be obtained from the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Mertha V. George (601)877-6154. Alcorn State University reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. Publish: 3/23, 3/30(2t) Substitute Trustee's Notice of Sale STATE OF MISSISSIPPI COUNTY OF Warren WHEREAS, on the 22nd day of August, 2005 and acknowledged on the 22nd day of August, 2005, Leon Turner, an unmarried man, executed and delivered a certain Deed of Trust unto Jim B. Tohill, Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Beneficiary, to secure an indebtedness therein described, which Deed of Trust is recorded in the office of the Chancery Clerk of Warren County, Mississippi in Book 1551 at Page 162 # 225600; and WHEREAS, on the 29th day of August, 2005, Ameriquest Mortgage Company, assigned said Deed of Trust unto LaSalle Bank National

01. Legals Association as Trustee for RAMP 2007RP1, by instrument recorded in the office o the aforesaid Chancery Clerk in Book 1506 at Page 729 Instrument # 276385; and WHEREAS, on the 9th day of March, 2010, the Holder o said Deed of Trust substituted and appointed Emily Kaye Courteau as Trustee in said Deed of Trust, by instrument recorded in the office o the aforesaid Chancery Clerk in Book 1506 at Page 730 Instrument # 276386; and WHEREAS, default having been made in the payments of the indebtedness secured by the said Deed of Trust, and the holder of said Deed of Trust, having requested the undersigned so to do, on the 20th day of April, 2010, I will during the lawful hours of between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., at public outcry, offer for sale and will sell, at the west front door of the Warren County Courthouse at Vicksburg, Mississippi, for cash to the highest bidder, the following described land and property situated in Warren County, Mississippi, to-wit: The following described land and property situated in the Warren County, Mississippi, to wit: All of Lot 15 of South Glen Subdivision, a plat of which is duly recorded in Plat Book 3 at Page 31 of the Land Records of Warren County, Mississippi. Less and Except: Part of Lot 15 of South Glen Subdivision, Warren County, Mississippi more particularly described as follows, to wit: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 15 or South Glen Subdivision, a plat of which is recorded in Plat Book 3 at Page 31 of the Land Records of Warren County, Mississippi, said point being also the Northeast corner of Lot 16 of said South Glen Subdivision, and run thence South 13 degrees 44 minutes 00 seconds West, 80.16 feet to a point that lies 5 degrees 57 minutes 00 seconds West, 109.13 feet to the Southwest Corner of said Lot 15; thence along the West line of said Lot 15 (also the East line of Lot 16) North 17 degrees 19 minutes 00 seconds East, 189.02 feet to the point of beginning. I will only convey such title as is vested in me as Substitute Trustee WITNESS MY SIGNATURE, this day March 25, 2010 Emily Kaye Courteau Substitute Trustee 2309 Oliver Road Monroe, LA 71201 (318) 330-9020 ccn/F10-0758 Publish: 3/30, 4/6, 4/13(3t)

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Classified Information Line Ad Deadlines Ads to appear Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

05. Notices BABY SONGBIRDS. If you find injured or orphaned baby songbirds, call us at 601-636-7862. ENDING HOMELESSNESS. WOMEN with children or without are you in need of shelter? Mountain of Faith Ministries/ Women's Restoration Shelter. Certain restrictions apply, 601-661-8990. Life coaching available by appointment.

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06. Lost & Found FOUND! German Shepherd mixed, male, no collar. Halls Ferry Road near Hawkins Church. Call 601415-6996.

FOUND! BLACK AND WHITE female cat with pink collar. Openwood Plantation area. Call 601-636-4086. LOST A DOG? Found a cat? Let The Vicksburg Post help! Run a FREE 3 day ad! 601-636-SELL or e-mail classifieds@vicksburg post.com

Deadline 2 p.m., Friday 5 p.m., Friday 5 p.m., Monday 5 p.m., Tuesday 5 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m., Thursday 11 a.m., Thursday

07. Help Wanted â&#x20AC;&#x153;ACEâ&#x20AC;? Truck Driver Training With a Difference Job Placement Asst. Day, Night & Refresher Classes Get on the Road NOW! Call 1-888-430-4223 MS Prop. Lic. 77#C124 CAMELLIA HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE RN full or part-time, opening to join our hospice team. Also, seeks on-call hospice RN (flexible schedules available). Call 601-9329066 or fax resume to 601-933-0811 CDL DRIVER. 5 years experience, clear record. No phone calls. Apply in person at Keys Recycling Center 4385 Highway 61 North. CONFEDERATE RIDGE APARTMENTS now accepting applications for Certified HVAC maintenance person. Experience is a must! Call 601-638-0102, for information.

!! " # $%&'$($' )*)* # ' + " NEW DAYCARE FACILITY is looking for a qualified Director. Bachelors Degree preferred, but not required. A High School diploma or GED is required, along with (4) years of verifiable experience working in a licensed childcare facility. Call 601-636-8063, leave message. Send resumes to: Dept 3717 The Vicksburg Post P.O. Box 821668 Vicksburg, MS 39182

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07. Help Wanted ADVERTISING SALES CONSULTANT Looking for a new challenge in Advertising Sales? Apply now- This position won't last! In this role you will have an account list to look after and manage. You will work with clients to find creative and unique advertising solutions for their businesses. You will be responsible for generating revenue and achieving your goals. You will have a selection of clients to service; you will identify their needs and build stronger relationships with them. You will also spend time building new relationships and finding new business opportunities. Ideally you will have experience selling business to business. Any advertising or marketing or sales experience that you have will also be advantageous. You must be intelligent, customer focused, and a strong team player. Must have a good driving record with dependable transportation and auto insurance. The successful candidate will be rewarded with an above industry base salary, plus commission. Send resumes to Dept. 3713, The Vicksburg Post, P.O. Box 821668, Vicksburg, MS 39182.

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To Place Your Ad.

11. Business Opportunities

Classified Display Deadlines Ads to appear Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Deadline 5 p.m., Thursday 3 p.m., Friday 3 p.m., Monday 3 p.m., Tuesday 3 p.m., Wednesday 11 a.m., Thursday 11 a.m., Thursday

07. Help Wanted

PROCESS MEDICAL CLAIMS from home! Use your own computer! Find out how to spot a medical billing scam from The Federal Trade Commission. 1-877-FTC-HELP. A message from The Vicksburg Post and The FTC.

COOK POSITION OPEN Taking applications MondayFriday from 9am-11am. Apply in person at Goldies Bar-B-Q 2430 South Frontage Road

Resumes are being accepted for a Full-Time Kindergarten/ Daycare Director. MS Health Dept. qualifications. Send resume to P.O. Box 820772, Vicksburg, MS 39182. Deadline to apply is May 3rd, 2010. SEEKING CERTIFIED Public Accountants CPA for MY Hospitality Services LLC, local hotel and motel management company. Position is salary based and requires applicant to reside in Vicksburg and work out of local office. Send resumes to: Dept 3720 The Vicksburg Post P.O Box 821668 Vicksburg MS 39182

SOCIAL WORKER MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00-4:30 We offer Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical insurance, PTO & 401K-Plan for full time employees Apply in Person at: Shady Lawn Health and Rehabilitation 60 Shady Lawn Place M-F 8:30am-4:30pm EOE UPSCALE VICKSBURG HOTEL has immediate opening for Night auditor. Accounting/ front desk experience preferred. Send resume to: Dept. 3720, The Vicksburg Post, P.O. Box 821668, Vicksburg, MS 39182.

18. Miscellaneous For Sale

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Classified Ad Rates Classified Line Ads: $8.32 Starting at 1-4 Lines, 1 Day for $8.28 Classified line ads are charged according to the number of lines. For complete pricing information contact a Classified Sales Representative today at 601-636-SELL. Ads cancelled before expiration date ordered are charged at prevailing rate only for days actually run, 4 line minimum charge. $8.32 $8.28 minimum minimumcharge. charge.

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Errors In the event of errors, please call the very first day your ad appears. The Vicksburg Post will not be responsible for more than one incorrect insertion.

Mis-Classification No ad will be deliberately mis-classified. The Vicksburg Post classified department is the sole judge of the proper classification for each ad.

14. Pets & Livestock

17. Wanted To Buy

AKC/ CKC REGISTERED YORKIES, Poodles and Schnauzers $200 to $700! 601-218-5533,

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WE HAUL OFF old appliances, lawn mowers, hot water heaters, junk and abandoned cars, trucks, vans, etcetera. 601-940-5075, if no answer, please leave message.

Foster a Homeless Pet!

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18. Miscellaneous For Sale

18. Miscellaneous For Sale CONTRACTORS TRUCK rack, fits extra cab 2007 GMC and Chevrolet. $500. 601-415-3847.

at DISCOUNT

FURNITURE BARN

601-638-7191

600 Jackson St, Vicksburg

Currently housing 84 unwanted and abandoned animals.

3216 Washington

43 dogs & puppies 41 cats & kittens

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Large shipment of designer handbags & wallets.Children & adult name brand shoes. Brenda Love. CAPTAIN JACK'S SHRIMP, headless, frozen. Frog legs. Crawfish. Alligator. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 1901 North Frontage Road. 601-638-7001.

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LOCAL TANNING SALON for sale, 10 years in business, good income. For more information, call 601-218-2300.

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Quality Service at Competitive Prices #1 Windshield Repair & Replacement

AKC REGISTERED Labrador Retrievers for sale! Born February 18th, will be ready for new home on April 1st. (4) Chocolate males, (1) Black male and female. $250 each. Call 318-282-2156 if interested.

AUTO â&#x20AC;˘ HOME â&#x20AC;˘ BUSINESS Jason Barnes â&#x20AC;˘ 601-661-0900

18. Miscellaneous For Sale

WE PAY CASH! for gold, silver, diamonds & coins Scallions Jewelers 1207 Washington St. â&#x20AC;˘ 601-636-6413

Vans â&#x20AC;˘ Cars â&#x20AC;˘ Trucks â&#x20AC;˘Insurance Claims Welcomeâ&#x20AC;˘

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010

24. Business Services

29. Unfurnished Apartments

32. Mobile Homes For Sale

SPRING CLEANING ON your list? Let us do the work for you! Quality Cleaning, painting, power washing. Free estimates, 601-2149805.

3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS. New carpet, paint, washer/ dryer hookups. $525- $550. 601-631-0805.

APARTMENTS FOR RENT. 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms available. Autumn Oaks. 601636-0447.

121 IMPALA. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. All offers will be considered! Ward Real Estate, 601-634-6898.

CLEAN 2 BEDROOMS, 1 bath. Wood floors, appliances, $650 monthly, 3321 Drummond. 601-415-9191.

KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LOCAL NEWS AND SALES... SUBSCRIBE TO THE VICKSBURG POST TODAY! CALL 601-636-4545, ASK FOR CIRCULATION.

HELPING PEOPLE FILE UNDER THE

SPRING INTO SAVINGS at

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WILL MOVE YOU easy, fast and cheaper. Just call, 601-630-9196, 601-5290809.

FOR LESS THAN 45 cents per day, have The Vicksburg Post delivered to your home. Only $14 per month, 7 day delivery. Call 601-636-4545, Circulation Department. FOR THE BEST prices on furniture at 7059 Fisher Ferry Road, Sandy's 3 Way Convenience Store and Deli, factory direct furniture corner of Fisher Ferry and Jeff Davis Road. 601-6368429. INVACARE MODEL 9000 electric wheel chair with battery charger. Never used. $700. Call 601-415-0981. NEW GENERATORS

! ! " ! # $% & ' ( #' ( THE PET SHOP â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vicksburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pet Boutiqueâ&#x20AC;? Bring Your Best Friend to our NEW LOCATION, 3508 South Washington Street Not so far, just 1 mile south of Belmont St. Same Great Pet Merchandise, Just More Room!

USED TIRES! LIGHT trucks and SUV's, 16's, 17's, 18's, 19's, 20's. A few matching sets! Call Archie or Lionel, 601-638-3252.

Fresh Seafood, Fresh Sack Oysters,

Live Crawfish $2.25/ lb Cheapest Prices in Town

STRICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SEAFOOD

601-218-2363

24. Business Services AFFORDABLE PAINTING. Quality work. Exterior/interior: Pressure washing. 20 years experience. 601-2180263.

Toni Walker Terrett Attorney At Law 601-636-1109 â&#x20AC;˘ Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and 13 â&#x20AC;˘ Social Seurity Disability â&#x20AC;˘ No-fault Divorce

D&D Tree Cutting, Trimming & Lawn Care For Free Estimates, call â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big Jamesâ&#x20AC;? at 601-218-7782. GOODWIN FLOOR FINISHING. Install, sand, refinish hardwood floors, 98 percent dust free, commercial equipment used. Free estimates. 601-636-4128, 601529-1457.

LOGUE LAWN & DIRT SERVICES

Grass cutting, general yard clean up, erosion and drainage repair. Call 601-630-7085 DIRT AND GRAVEL hauled. 8 yard truck. 601638-6740. River City Lawn Care You grow it - we mow it! Affordable and professional. Lawn and landscape maintenance. Cut, bag, trim, edge. 601-529-6168.

CALL 601-636-SELL AND PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD TODAY.

29. Unfurnished Apartments

YOU ARE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR LAWN SERVICE. Will beat any price, guaranteed. 601-218-4236.

27. Rooms For Rent

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FAMILY ATMOSPHERE Newly remodeled 2 and 3 bedrooms. Paid cable, water and trash.Washer, dryer and microwave included. $0 deposit. Call 601-415-8735 or 601-638-5587

CENTRAL HEAT/ AIR, cable, convenient location. Deposit $200. 601-529-7146, leave message.

1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms 605 Cain Ridge Rd. Vicksburg, MS 39180

601-638-2231 DOWNTOWN, BRICK, Marie Apartments. Total electric, central air/ heat, stove, refrigerator. $500, water furnished. 601-6367107, trip@msubulldogs.org

CORPORATE APARTMENT. Fully furnished, $800 monthly. Utilities, weekly cleaning, off street parking. 601-6619747.

READ THE CLASSIFIEDS DAILY!

29. Unfurnished Apartments 1 bedroom apartments, $400. 2 bedroom townhouse, new paint/ carpet, $500, $300 deposit. 601-631-0805. 1, 2 AND 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS, downtown. $400 to $650 monthly, deposit required. 601-638-1746.

Crawfish Cooking Every Sunday

NOW LEASING! 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms. Magnolia Commons of Vicksburg, off Highway 61 South. 601-619-6821.

Vicksburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Convenient Luxury Apartments! â&#x20AC;˘ Cable Furnished! â&#x20AC;˘ High Speed Internet Access Available! 601-636-0503 2160 S. Frontage Rd. Vicksburg, MS 39180

TAKING APPLICATIONS!! On a newly remodeled 3 bedroom, $450. Refrigerator and stove furnished. $200 deposit. Call 601-634-8290

30. Houses For Rent

34. Houses For Sale

McMillin Real Estate

2006 HONDA SHADOW Aero 750 Windshield, Saddleman Saddle bags. Less than 5000 miles. Two tone silver/pearl white. 2 matching helmets included. $4900. 601-279-4031, after 6pm

4022 HIGHWAY 27. Owner financing, 15 percent down. 3 bedroom, 2 bath new home. Ward Real Estate 601-6346898.

4909 OAK RIDGE ROAD Completely rebuilt, approximately 1100 square feet, hardwood, ceramic floors, 2 car carport, all appliances included, 1 acre. Asking $110,000. 601-8312073 or 601-638-0927.

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Jones & Upchurch Real Estate Agency 1803 Clay Street www.jonesandupchurch.com Mary D. Barnes.........601-966-1665 Stacie Bowers-Griffin...601-218-9134 Rip Hoxie, Land Pro....601-260-9149 Jill Waring Upchurch....601-906-5012 Carla Watson...............601-415-4179 Judy Uzzle.................601-994-4663 Andrea Upchurch.......601-831-6490 Broker, GRI

601-636-6490

Candy Francisco FHA & VA Mortgage Originator Conventional ! Construction Mortgage ! First-time Loans Homebuyers ! !

601.630.8209

Kay Odom..........601-638-2443 Kay Hobson.......601-638-8512 Jake Strait...........601-218-1258 Bob Gordon........601-831-0135 Tony Jordan........601-630-6461 Alex Monsour.....601-415-7274 Jay Hobson..........601-456-1318 Kai Mason...........601-218-5623 Daryl Hollingsworth..601-415-5549

Member FDIC

2150 South Frontage Road

bkbank.com

Big River Realty

Sybil Caraway....601-218-2869 Catherine Roy....601-831-5790 Rick McAllister..601-218-1150 Mincer Minor.....601-529-0893 Jim Hobson.........601-415-0211

ARNER

Rely on over 19 years of experience in Real Estate.

REAL ESTATE, INC

JIM HOBSON

DAVID A. BREWER 601-631-0065

225 Falcon Ridge 3 BR, 2 BA. Open floor plan, fenced yard. Reduced!

3 BEDROOM, 2 bath house. $800 monthly, $800 deposit. 601-636-9591.

BEAUTIFUL LAKESIDE LIVING

601-634-8928 2170 S. I-20 Frontage Rd.

600 Blossom Lane 3 BR, 2 BA home with inground pool & large workshop.

Bigriverhomes.com Classified Advertising really brings big results!

REALTORÂŽâ&#x20AC;˘BUILDERâ&#x20AC;˘APPRAISER

601-636-0502 WOW! 65 PINE HAVEN Lane. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths appliances included, 2Â˝ acres. 1761 square feet. $146,000. 601-994-3414.

Eagle Lake 3 lots, shop & greenhouse, septic, utilities, community pier and boat launch, water view. $49,500 Sullivan Cove

40. Cars & Trucks 1980 MERCEDES 450SL. Convertible/hardtop, great condition. See at 717 Clay Street. 601-638-7484. 1988 HONDA PRELUDE SI, 5 speed, JDM engine, $1500 or best offer. Call 601-994-3332. 1993 FULL SIZED BRONCO. $4500 or best offer. Call 601529-4770 or 601-618-7735. 1998 MERCURY LESABRE, selling body. Green. $650. Call 601-218-1051. 2000 TOYOTA AVALON XLS. Clean, one owner, great for student. 84,000 miles. $10,995. 601-400-7292 2000 VOLVO S-40. $5,995. Call Vicksburg Toyota at 601-636-2855. 2008 HONDA ACCORD LXP. Stock #600181TA. $17,995. Call Vicksburg Toyota at 601-636-2855. 2008 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5S Coupe. $16,995. Call Vicksburg Toyota at 601636-2855. 2008 TOYOTA PRIUS. Stock# 600135A. $16,995. Call Vicksburg Toyota at 601-636-2855. 2009 CHEVROLET COBALT LT. $13,995. Call Vicksburg Toyota at 601636-2855. BOTTOM LINE AUTO SALES We finance! Corner of Fisher Ferry Road and Jeff Davis Road. 601-529-1195.

GOOD Credit BAD Credit NO Credit

Call Bette Paul Warner, 601 218 1800. www.lakehouse.com McMillin Real Estate

Gary has cars, Trucks SUV's for everyone Regardless of Credit Gary's Cars For Less 3524 Hwy 61 S 601-883-9995 Get Pre-Approved www.garyscfl.com

Call 601-636-SELL to sell your Car or Truck!

CALL 601-636-SELL AND PLACE YOUR CLASSIFIED AD TODAY.

www.thelandingsvicksburg.com

501 Fairways Drive Vicksburg

1, 2, & 3 bedrooms and townhomes available immediately.

19. Garage & Yard Sales What's going on in Vicksburg this weekend? Read The Vicksburg Post! For convenient home delivery call 601-636-4545, ask for circulation.

and

MEMORIAL DAY

21. Boats, Fishing Supplies 16' JON BOAT, TRAILER, trolling motor and battery. $1000. 601-415-3354.

VICKSBURGS NEWEST, AND A WELL MAINTAINED FAVORTIE. EACH WITH SPACIOUS FLOOR PLANS AND SOPHISTICATED AMENITIES.

What's going on in Vicksburg this weekend? Read The Vicksburg Post! For convenient home delivery, call 601-636-4545, ask for circulation.

29. Unfurnished Apartments

601-630-2921

THINKING OF BUYING LAND? Check out OUR listings! investorsrealtyinc.net Danny Rice/ Broker 601-529-2847, 601-638-2236, Charlie Donald, 601-668-8027, Investors Realty Group, Inc.

39. Motorcycles, Bicycles

â&#x153;Ś From $495.00 â&#x153;Ś

Classic Elegance in Modern Surroundings

Open Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm

36. Farms & Acreage

www.ColdwellBanker.com www.homesofvicksburg.net

to Fine Restaurants, Shops, Churches, Banks & Casinos Secure High-Rise Building â&#x20AC;˘ Off Street Parking â&#x20AC;˘ 9 1/2 Foot Ceilings â&#x20AC;˘ Beautiful River Views â&#x20AC;˘ Senior Discounts â&#x20AC;˘

34. Houses For Sale

Owner Finance- No Credit Check! $5000 down, $775 monthly. Nice 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on 2 acres. 601941-2952, 601-720-2106.

No Utility Deposit Required

Commodore Apartments

28. Furnished Apartments

NEWLY RENOVATED. Completely furnished corporate apartment. All utilities provided including cable and internet. Laundry room, courtyard, security entrance. Great location. $750 - $900 month. 601-415-9027, 601-638-4386.

Move-In Special â&#x20AC;˘ 1 & 2 Bedroom Studios & Efficiencies â&#x20AC;˘ Utilities Paid

801 Clay Street â&#x20AC;˘ Vicksburg

NIGHTLY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY RATES. Between Ameristar and Diamond Jacks Casino. Multiple night discounts, no deposit, best prices in town. DIXIANA MOTEL 4041 WASHINGTON STREET VICKSBURG, MS.

EXECUTIVE BEDROOM SUITE. Fully furnished, kitchen, washer / dryer, covered garage, alarm system, maid service, all utilities furnished. $600 monthly. Call 601-618-0264

Spring

â&#x20AC;˘ Downtown Convenience

(601-924-8670)

18. Miscellaneous For Sale

FOR LEASING INFO, CALL 601-636-1752 www.parkresidences.com â&#x20AC;˘ www.bienvilleapartments.com Classifieds Really Work!

SHAMROCK A PA RT M E N T S Be the first to live in one of our New Apartments! Available January 1st 2010 SUPERIOR QUALITY, CUSTOM OAK CABINETS, EXTRA LARGE MASTER BEDROOM, & WASHER / DRYER HOOKUPS SAFE!!! ALL UNITS HAVE AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM

SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT

601-661-0765 â&#x20AC;˘ 601-415-3333

COME CHECK US OUT TODAY YOUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;LL WANT TO MAKE YOUR HOME HERE Great Location, Hard-Working Staff

601-638-7831 â&#x20AC;˘ 201 Berryman Rd

Bradford Ridge Apartments Live in a Quality Built Apartment for LESS! All brick, concrete floors and double walls provide excellent soundproofing, security, and safety.

601-638-1102 * 601-415-3333

MAGNOLIA MANOR APARTMENTS FOR ELDERLY & DISABLED CITIZENS! â&#x20AC;˘ Rent Based On Income

3515 MANOR DRIVE VICKSBURG, MS

AUDUBON PLACE For those adults who like a safe community setting with the best neighbors in Vicksburg. Discount for Senior Citizens available

Toll Free 1-866-238-8861 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

415-3333 â&#x20AC;˘ 638-1102 â&#x20AC;˘ 636-1455

IS APPROACHING AND THE VICKSBURG POST WOULD LIKE TO OFFER YOU THE CHANCE TO JOIN US IN PAYING HOMAGE TO OUR BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN WHO FIGHT OVERSEAS FOR OUR FREEDOMS AND THE FREEDOMS OF OTHERS. INCLUDE YOUR SOLDIER IN THIS SPECIAL TRIBUTE PAGE. $18 PER PICTURE. CALL CLASSIFIEDS FOR DETAILS AT 601-636-7355 (SELL).

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

B10

The Vicksburg Post

GMC TRUCK MONTH

0% APR up to 72 Months or Rebates Up To $6500 2009 GMC Envoy

2009 GMC Sierra 2500

2009 GMC Sierra

0% APR

Equipped with 6.6L Duramax Diesel, Allison transmission, SLE preferred package, steering wheel radio controls, dual zone air, bluetooth, fog lamps, adjustable power pedals, remote vehicle start, rear defogger, power heated mirrors, HD trailering equipment. #41051

Equipped with 3.73 rear axle, skid plate, SLE preferred package, steering wheel radio controls, air conditioner, bluetooth, fog lamps, 5.3L V8, 20” chrome-clad aluminum wheels, Pro-sport package and more. #41137

SLE

Ext. Cab SLE Duramax Diesel

for

72 Months

In Lieu of Rebate Equipped with Sun and Sound package, power sunroof, Bose Stereo, full size spare tire and wheel, SLE package and more. #41005

TRUCK MONTH PRICE

32,240 $ Sale Price - 30,495 $ Rebates - 3,500 M.S.R.P. -

26,995

2010 GMC Terrain

TRUCK MONTH PRICE

36,495

29,495

Equipped with V8 engine, 1 year OnStar Safe and Sound, SL package and more. #41205

Crew Cab

30,605 $ Sale Price - 28,895 $ Rebates - 3,000

25,010

24,595

Equipped with V8 engine, 1 year OnStar Safe and Sound, SLE preferred equipment package. #41281

2010 GMC Sierra

M.S.R.P. -

TRUCK MONTH PRICE

38,589 $ Sale Price - 35,995 $ Rebates - 6,500 M.S.R.P. -

2010 GMC Sierra

#41284

GMC TRUCK MONTH PRICE

45,330 $ Sale Price - 41,995 $ Rebates - 5,500 M.S.R.P. -

Extended Cab SLE

HARD TO FIND, IN STOCK NOW! M.S.R.P. -

4x4 Extended Cab SLE

GMC TRUCK MONTH PRICE

25,895

34,710 $ Sale Price - 32,535 $ Rebates - 4,000 M.S.R.P. -

GMC TRUCK MONTH PRICE

28,535

2010 GMC Sierra 2500

2010 GMC Yukon XL

2010 GMC Yukon Denali

Equipped with leather interior, Duramax Diesel, Allison transmission, 17” bright aluminum wheels, convenience package, 17” All-terrain tires, heavy duty trailering equipment. #41253

Equipped with white diamond paint, 2nd row bucket seats, SLT equipment package, heated front and 2nd row seats, power operated lift gate, 2nd row power release seat and more. #41199

Equipped with Sun and Entertainment package, rear seat entertainment, power sunroof, 1 year OnStar with Turn-by-Turn Navigation. #41283

4x4 Crew Cab Duramax Diesel

51,935 $ Sale Price - 49,495 $ Rebates - 3,000 M.S.R.P. -

50,674 $ Sale Price - 47,795 $ Rebates - 2,000 M.S.R.P. -

46,995 45,795 0% FINANCING

GMC TRUCK MONTH PRICE

55,905 Sale Price - 52,995 $ Rebates - 2,000 M.S.R.P. -

GMC TRUCK MONTH PRICE

50,995

for 60 Months* with GMAC Approved Credit

ON EVERY 2010 GMC ACADIA Herb Caldwell Clyde McKinney An experienced sales staff to Kevin Watson Curtis Dixon Bobby Bryan Baxter Morris meet all of your automotive needs. Salesman of the Tim Moody Preston Balthrop Month of February Come to George Carr, Mike Francisco Kevin Watson Zachary Balthrop Debbie Berry You’ll Be Glad You Did. For a complete listing of our used vehicles visit our website at www.georgecarr.com

GeorgeCarr BU IC K • PON T IAC • CADI LL AC • GMC

www.georgecarr.com • 601-636-7777 • 1-800-669-3620 • 2950 S. Frontage Road • Vicksburg, MS Special finance rates with GMAC approved credit. GMAC financing with approved credit. All rebates assigned to dealer. See dealer for complete details. Art for illustration purposes only, actual vehicle may vary.