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This week in the civil war A dispatch to The Associated Press in late June reports the U.S. Navy has opened bids for the construction of a number of â&#x20AC;&#x153;steam gun-boatsâ&#x20AC;? as war preparations continue. The dispatch says there are 100 to 150 bidders, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;the largest portion are from New England Shipyards and manufacturers.â&#x20AC;? Dispatches in the North in late June discuss speculation and rumors of a possible Confederate attack on Arlington Heights just outside the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital or a Confederate push at Fairfax, Va. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are strong reasons to suspect a Confederate advance at Fairfax,â&#x20AC;? one report says, adding the Federal forces defending the capital are â&#x20AC;&#x153;deemed impregnable.â&#x20AC;? Accounts late in the month speak of Confederate pickets up the banks of the Potomac River, raising alarm in Georgetown.

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When Petty Officer 2nd Class Nathaniel Hawthorne Jones returned to Claiborne County after his term of duty in the Pacific during World War II, he was not allowed to register to vote. For years Jones paid a $3 annual poll tax, but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t win his right to vote until 1965, after he doggedly returned to the Circuit Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office four times to pass a literacy test that required him to write an interpretation of eminent domain statutes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had to take that test,â&#x20AC;? said Jones, now 97. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I never did get mad. I always believed I had that right and wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t never give up.â&#x20AC;? Jones was motivated, not defeated, by the challenge, and would study and return week after week until the circuit clerk said he passed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I always wanted to learn,â&#x20AC;? said Jones, whose schooling was cut to three to four months a year once he got old enough to work in the fields. School went to eighth grade for him, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;that was it,â&#x20AC;? he said. Jones became part of the civil rights movement in Port Gibson in the mid-1960s, years that reshaped life in Claiborne County and the state. Forty-five years ago this month, civil rights pioneer James Meredith, who had integrated the University of Mississippi in 1962, began a â&#x20AC;&#x153;march against fear,â&#x20AC;? walking from Memphis to Jackson to urge black Mississippians to register to vote. Meredith was shot along the way and hospitalized for days, but others took up his path, and more than 15,000 marchers arrived in Jackson

The 45 women who will compete for the Miss Mississippi 2011 crown arrive in the River City today, and the returning contestants will see a few changes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing the competition a different way,â&#x20AC;? said David Blackledge, chairman of the board of the Miss Mississippi Corporation and executive director of the pageant. The changes deal with the judges and contestant interviews, which are not open to the public. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the past,â&#x20AC;? Blackâ&#x20AC;˘ Two from ledge Vicksburg in said, pageant/C1 â&#x20AC;&#x153;the â&#x20AC;˘ Hostesses and interofficers/C5 views with â&#x20AC;˘ Contestantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the girls photos, bios/E1 have taken place on Tuesday morning, Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning. This year, the interview phase will start on Monday morning and continue on Tuesday morning and end Wednesday morning.â&#x20AC;? The new schedule allows for 15 interviews per session, instead of the 30 that had been done on Tuesday. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This way,â&#x20AC;? Blackledge said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;it keeps the judges fresh.â&#x20AC;? Also, the judges orientation will be Sunday night instead of Monday. One of the five judges on the panel will be Patrick House, the Vicksburg resident who won season 10 of NBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weight-loss reality show, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Biggest Loser.â&#x20AC;? Blackledge called Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presence a â&#x20AC;&#x153;little twist.â&#x20AC;? The other judges will be Jack Cooper, a member of the Miss Oklahoma Pageant

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Nathaniel Hawthorne Jones, 97, opens the door to one of the chicken coops at his home near Port Gibson, above, and George Henry Walker, 77, talks at his Vicksburg home.

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Kiwanis volunteers roll up sleeves, clean waterlogged playground Mississippi River Flood 2011

By Manivanh Chanprasith mchan@vicksburgpost.com The Waltersville Estates playground got a good cleaning Saturday morning as volunteers spruced up the area that had been covered in floodwater for weeks. The effort was spearheaded by Vicksburg Kiwanis, a civic club that focuses on helping children and the community. About a dozen volunteers showed up to clean the 10,000-square-foot playground that took on water as the Mississippi River at Vicksburg swelled.

The record-breaking flood saw a May 19 crest of 57.1 feet, 14.1 feet above flood stage. Around 3,200 people were forced from their homes and businesses, and at least $1.15 million in federal disaster aid has been paid to individuals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really wanted to do something for someone who was affected, but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the funds to repair what was affected,â&#x20AC;? said Kiwanis president-elect Ryan Lee. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done playground

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Rights Continued from Page A1. 45 years ago today. • Claiborne County’s chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People began meeting in Port Gibson in January 1966, Jones said. Thousands of blacks attended meetings, a demonstration at Alcorn State College was met with force and tear gas, and by April, what became a landmark boycott of white merchants in the town had begun. George Henry Walker, a Port Gibson native now living in Vicksburg, became president of Claiborne County’s National Association for the Advancement of Colored People in 1969, but had been active in the organization for years, he said. Walker began attending registration drives led by civil rights icon Charles Evers in Natchez and Fayette — the brother of slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers — as early as 1964, he said, “so when they came to Claiborne County, I’d be ready.” Like Jones, Walker was a veteran, having served three years of active duty in the U.S. Army in the 1950s, then five years in the Reserve as a medical corpsman. When he came home, he couldn’t get a job in the hospitals — “they weren’t hiring black men, except to scrub the floors or whatever,” he said — and became an embalmer. “I was in the military when we was riding in the back of the bus,” said Walker, now 77. “I would always think about why I was riding in the back of the bus, but I would never ask because it was unthought of to even ask the question. It was sort of like being humble, what God has put into place to be humble. You don’t say what you really have in your heart to say because, if you would, you would probably have got killed for some of the things you would say at that time. So you would keep your mouth shut.” • Largely for not keeping their mouths shut, Jones and Walker this month were each presented with the Civil Rights Connection Inspiration Award by former New York state Sen. Nancy Larraine Hoffman, Civil Rights Connection founder, at the fourth annual Medgar Evers Memorial Banquet in Jackson. Jones and Walker have been generous in sharing both their time and wisdom to help young people develop a personal understanding not just for the experiences of civil rights workers but of the power of nonviolence, Hoffmann said. The Inspiration Award recognizes “the transfer of values to another generation for a high purpose,” she said. “When I gave the award

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Nathaniel Hawthorne Jones accepts his award as George Henry Walker and Nancy Larraine Hoffman look on.

1966 Claiborne County civil rights events • Jan. 4 (first Tuesday), 1966 — Charles Evers and the NAACP holds its first Claiborne County meeting at St. Peter A.M.E. Church in Port Gibson; about 2,000 people attend to begin organizing. Grievances include voting rights, hiring black policemen, deputies, bank tellers and store cashiers, and using courtesy titles. Demonstrations and marches continue every Tuesday night. • April 1 — Black boycott of white-owned businesses begins. (On Oct. 31, 1969, 17 Port Gibson merchants filed a lawsuit against the NAACP for economic losses that remained in the court system until the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed the right to the boycott in 1982.) • Early April — Alcorn State College demonstration, with thousands demanding solutions to inadequate budgets, deficient facilities and poor teacher salaries; sheriff’s deputies, Mississippi State Sovereignty Commission investigators, more than 200 members of the Mississippi Highway Patrol and a contingent of the National Guard react with rifle butts, billy clubs, tear gas and it was not because of their activities during the boycott and voter registration drives, but for using what they went through to inspire young people over the last 15 years,” Hoffmann said. “They inspire kids.” Hoffmann, who came to Mississippi in the late 1960s as a young graduate of Syracuse University to work for civil rights, believes the civil rights movement is not well understood by young people today. She founded the CRC to help pass that knowledge along. Since 1996, CRC scholars have attended programs with many of the Claiborne County civil rights veterans — Jones and his wife, Julia, now deceased; Walker; the Rev. James Dorsey; James Miller; and others, including former NAACP field secretary Charles Evers in Jackson. “It required enormous strength of character,” Hoffmann said of the fight for voting and other rights. “It sapped people’s energies. The nonviolent movement required that people get in touch with that inner self that can keep you nourished

many arrests. • May — More than 2,000 blacks have registered to vote, giving them an electoral majority. • June — Meetings continue; tensions between whites and blacks escalate. • July — As part of a campaign of psychological warfare designed by NAACP organizer Rudy Shields, rumors about Black Panther and other militant associations are spread in Port Gibson, and a faked book of NAACP meeting minutes, referencing inflated membership numbers and nonexistent weapons caches, is allowed to fall into the hands of Claiborne County Sheriff Dan McCay. Whites respond by setting up armed guards. • July 19 — McCay meets with black leaders and informs them Port Gibson aldermen are changing gun laws so that no one, black or white, is allowed to openly carry guns. The meeting is credited with diffusing tensions, the beginning of progress in the movement. Sources: Nathaniel Hawthorne Jones, the Rev. George Henry Walker and historian Emilye Crosby.

and strong in the face of an environment that was cruel and unyielding.” Many times, kids don’t yet know how to find those character qualities in themselves, so Hoffmann, Jones, Walker and the others try to put them in situations where they can begin to empathize and grow. “I, for one, would not have had the strength or courage to march in a parade and put my life on the line,” one CRC scholar wrote in her trip journal after meeting with Jones on his farm. “It’s so much better to go to a historic place and learn about it rather than read it out of a book in class. I learned you don’t have to use violence to get your way, even if violence is used toward you. However, it does take time and patience for things to change. You just have to keep a straight head about things.” Another student, quoting Miller after attending a program at First Baptist Church in Port Gibson, wrote, “‘... if the system has its foot on your head, you do what you have to liberate yourself.’ This made me think about other people trying to liber-

ate themselves, and I realized the civil rights movement had much wider effects than I originally thought.” • In 1966, Walker was a member of the “deacons for defense and justice,” he said, standing guard at Port Gibson meetings that drew up to 2,000 blacks facing guns, threats and intimidation from whites. He drew on his military experience, especially in terms of personal discipline and willingness to face danger. “My dad was a disciplinarian; the Army was a disciplinarian,” he said. “I was always just that way. Before I went to a meeting, I would always pray that I would do the right thing. If you work from the inside out, you are always going to do the right thing.” Historian Emilye Crosby writes that fewer than 24 blacks were registered to vote in Claiborne County before the movement took hold, and by May 1966, the number had grown to 2,000, an electoral majority. “By 1967, we had people running for every office,” Walker said.

community calendar PUBLIC PROGRAMS Senior Center — Monday: 9 a.m., Curtis bridge; 10, chair exercise; 11, walking; 1 p.m., card games; 5:30, line dance. Small Fruit Production Workshop — 9:30 a.m. Wednesday; Drs. Girish Panicker, Juan Silva and Frank Matta, presenters; Audrey Wilson: 601-783-5321 or awilson@alcorn.edu; Alcorn State University Extension and Research Complex, Lorman. Serenity Overeaters Anonymous — 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, Bowmar Baptist Church, Room 102C; 601-638-0011. Vicksburg Al-anon — 7:30 p.m. Wednesday; family, friends of alcoholics and addicts; 502 Dabney; 601-6361134. Public Library — Retirement party for Lottie Walker, children’s librarian; 4-6 p.m. Thursday; 700 Veto St. Caregiver Support Group — 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday; for caregivers of people with

Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia; lunch served; to register: Cindy Widdig, 601883-3288; conference room at River Region West on North Frontage Road. Walmart Blood Drive — Noon-6 p.m. Thursday; donors receive free T-shirt, penny and scratch-off lottery card; parking lot. Glass Painting and Firing Workshop — 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 11-14; the Rev. Mark Bleakley, presenter; for reservations and prices, 601-6312997; Southern Cultural Heritage Center, 1302 Adams St. Warren County Mississippi Homemaker Volunteers — Freezing and canning presentation; 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday; Natasha Haynes, guest speaker; Warren County Extension Service; 1100-C Grove St.

CHURCHES Pleasant Valley M.B. — Pastor’s appreciation program, 3 today; the Rev. Harold Lee, speaker; the Rev. Joe Har-

ris, pastor; registration for fall semester Trinity Theological Seminary, 7-7:30 p.m. Tuesday; 601-638-3062 or 601-6362407; 260 Mississippi 27. Porter Chapel M.B. — Revival, 7 tonight-Friday; the Rev Hosie Williams, speaker, tonight; the Rev Herman Harris, speaker, Monday-Friday; 4375 Halls Ferry Road. King Solomon Baptist — The Rev. R.D. Bernard’s book release, “Your Journey to Spiritual Maturity” Vol. 2; church office open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. MondayFriday; 1401 Farmer St. Share a Prayer — 6:30 p.m. Wednesday; bring favorite prayer, spiritual reading or meditation to be shared; sponsored by the Baha’s of Vicksburg; Alma Smith, 601-6368628.

CLUBS Lions Club — Noon Wednesday; Lt. Gov. Phil Bryant, guest speaker; Toney’s Restaurant. Port City Kiwanis — 7 a.m.

Thursday; Luther J. Riley, Alcorn State University head basketball coach; Shoney’s Restaurant. Vicksburg Toastmasters Club No. 2052 — Noon Thursday; ERDC’s Information Technology Lab on Porters Chapel Road; Jeff Hensley, 601-634-4596. Rosa A. Temple Class of 1966 Reunion — 7-11 p.m. Friday, registration; 2-6 p.m. Saturday, indoor picnic at Rainbow Casino’s River Room; 5-10 p.m. July 3, banquet and dance at Vicksburg Convention Center; 601-415-0512 or 601-218-1355. Warren Central High School Class of 1996 — Mini-reunion, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; tailgate party: bring grills, food and tents; no alcohol or tobacco; Dawn Walker Pawlow, 601-738-0876 or Pawlow@att.net; Jenny Bristow Branan, jbranan@hotmail. com; school parking lot.

In 1972, Jones’ wife, Julia, was elected the county’s first black circuit clerk — the same office that had denied him voting rights seven years earlier. Julia Jones, who died in 2007, served for 15 years. Albert Butler, a Mississippi state senator and former Claiborne County Supervisor, was teaching school in Port Gibson in 1983, before his first run for office. He went to Jones, a school bus driver, to ask him to support his campaign. “When I won, Mr. Jones told me, ‘You’re there,’” recalled Butler. Over the years, the bus driver and farmer has become a mentor to the teacher and political leader. “He told me to try and make sure the things I worked on were for the county and not for one particular race of people,” Butler said. “He stressed the importance of being fair and trying to improve the conditions of the community.” Jones still lives and works on nearly 200 acres in the southwest corner of Claiborne County, part of the farm where he was born and where his father, mother and nine brothers and sisters were sharecroppers until he purchased the farm in 1947 with the Navy paychecks he sent home to Julia to save. His son Alonzo and daughter-in-law Pamela live nearby and help, but Jones still gets up early each day, tending to 30-or-so cows grazing in the fields and 50 hens in the coops behind his brick home, collecting the eggs for sale to local merchants. Walker, now the Rev. Walker, 77, is a part-time minister at Vicksburg’s Living Word Baptist Church, works 40 hours a month at the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office and volunteers at the alternative school in Port Gibson. He has worked for more than 50 years as an embalmer with Vicksburg and Port Gibson funeral homes. Both men admire the work Hoffmann has done with young people and her lifelong commitment to civil rights. “Nancy is a good person,” Walker said. “She is working for the people. A community is only as good as its people, and if the people don’t stand for nothing, the community won’t stand for nothing.” “I don’t think we tell the story enough — what we went through and how we were able to make adjustments to change,” said Jones. “There’s been a lot of change in my lifetime.”

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World’s diabetes rate soars to 347M, study finds Disease could become ‘defining issue’ of health in next decade LONDON (AP) — The number of adults worldwide with diabetes has more than doubled in three decades, jumping to an estimated 347 million, a new study says. Much of that increase is due to aging populations — since diabetes typically hits in middle age — and population growth, but part of it has also been fueled by rising obesity rates.

With numbers climbing almost everywhere, experts said the disease is no longer limited to rich countries and is now a global problem. Countries in which the numbers rose fastest include Cape Verde, Samoa, Saudi Arabia, Papua New Guinea, and the United States. “Diabetes may well become the defining issue of global health for the next decade,”

said Majid Ezzati, chair of global environmental health at Imperial College London, one of the study authors. He noted the figures don’t reflect the generations of overweight children and young adults who have yet to reach middle age. That could create a massive burden on health systems. “We are not at the peak of this wave yet,” he said.

Women, children among 35 dead in attack on clinic in Afghanistan KABUL, Afghanistan — A suicide car bomber blasted a small clinic Saturday in eastern Afghanistan, causing the building to collapse as mostly women and children lined up for vaccinations, maternity care and other services. At least 35 people were killed in one of the deadliest attacks against civilians this year. Guards saw a sport utility vehicle charging toward the Akbarkhail Public Medical Center. Before anyone could react, the SUV smashed through a wall and exploded, officials said. The Taliban denied it was behind the bombing. Violence has been on the rise since the Islamic movement launched its spring offensive and promised retaliation for the death of al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden. “This attack was not done by our fighters,” Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid said. The victims were mostly women and children. The attack raised concerns about the readiness of Afghans to take over their own security as the U.S. and other NATO nations begin to withdraw forces. President Barack Obama’s said Wednesday he plans to withdraw 10,000 U.S. troops from Afghanistan by the end of the year. NATO officials insist the Afghan government will be prepared for full sovereignty by 2014.

3 al-Qaida suspects killed in Yemen SANAA, Yemen — Yemeni forces killed three men Saturday who were among nearly 60 suspected al-Qaida militants who escaped from

Still, in Britain and elsewhere in Western Europe, despite growing waistlines, there was only a slight rise in diabetes. Experts said there could be several reasons, including worse detection of the disease, genetic differences or perhaps the Europeans were better at getting heavy people to reduce their chances of developing diabetes. Women in Singapore,

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BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS prison this past week, officials said. The three escapees were awaiting execution in the Mukalla prison in southern Yemen, where inmates attacked guards, seized their weapons and fled through a tunnel on Wednesday in another sign that Islamic militants are making gains amid Yemen’s political turmoil. Nearly four months of antigovernment protests have left the country’s president of more than three decades clinging to power. President Ali Abdullah Saleh’s forces have failed to silence the dissent. An attack on his palace in the capital this month badly wounded him and forced him to fly to Saudi Arabia for treatment. The spiraling unrest has raised fears that Yemen’s alQaida franchise will seize the opportunity and carve out more room to operate freely and plot attacks on the West from its redoubts in the country’s remote and mountainous hinterlands.

Libya: NATO strike killed 15 at bakery TRIPOLI, Libya — Libyan authorities accused NATO of killing 15 people in an airstrike Saturday that they said hit a restaurant and bakery in the east, though the alliance denied the report. It was the latest outcry from Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi’s government blaming NATO for killing civilians amid a four-month uprising that has sparked a civil war. NATO insists it does all it can to avoid such casualties. Meanwhile, rebel representatives said their fighters were coordinating around the country for the “zero hour” when their forces would reach the capital of Tripoli. Libya’s state news agency quoted a military official in Gadhafi’s forces as saying that NATO warplanes hit a number of civilian sites Saturday in the oil town of Brega. NATO said it did not carry out any strikes in the area on Saturday.

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But the fact remains that the 2011 statewide campaign so far has the feel of folks sort of going through the motions.

Voters have yet to fully engage in upcoming state elections

OUR OPINION

Fireworks

Let prudence rule the day The midweek rains aside, Warren County is parched. Unseasonably low rainfall — less than a tenth of an inch through the first 20 days of June — has grassy and wooded areas ripe for the worst. In Arizona and New Mexico, wildfires continue to burn out of control. The rainfall deficit in those states is more massive than ours, but the dangers are the same. A spark. A burning cigarette. A piece of kindling. The smallest act of irresponsibility could be catastrophic. The City of Vicksburg has issued a burn ban. Warren County is mulling its options. Fireworks stands are sprouting up throughout the county

leading up to next Monday’s July 4 holiday. There is no ban on fireworks right now. Vicksburg’s annual fireworks display is scheduled for July 4 night at City Front. Professionals will be shooting fireworks from a barge in the Yazoo Diversion Canal. They are professionals. The common fireworks-user is not a professional. This year, though, those users must act like professionals. Fireworks sales are big business around here. Fireworks are very popular. In a normal year, when the grass is green and the soil fertile, fireworks and burn bans would not even be an issue. But this year is different. The last thing this area needs is a disaster

that so easily could have been avoided. Tornadoes that ripped through our state could not be avoided. The flooding of the Mississippi River could not be avoided. Hurricane season is not quite a month old. Those acts of nature dealt this state major blows. Do we really want to add wildfires to that list? If shooting fireworks is in the weekend plans, please be careful — for yourself and all of those who live here. If prudence wins the day and you put the personal fireworks display on hold for a year, go down to City Front next Monday and enjoy the show. Either way, help make July 4 weekend special for everyone.

Roll out the red carpet for Miss Mississippi Roll out the red carpet, Vicksburg. It’s about to get pretty busy in our town. For the 54th consecutive year, contestants statewide vying for the title of Miss Mississippi and their followers will fill downtown for a week. The Miss Mississippi Pageant is scheduled to culminate on Saturday night with the crowning of Miss Mississippi at the Vicksburg Convention Center. It’s time to put the city’s best foot forward. We are still reeling from the historic Mississippi River flooding. Many areas of our town are still caked in river refuse. Normalcy is still in the distance.

But this is also a chance to showcase the city. Families from Southaven to the Gulf Coast will be visiting our city and spending their money here. We want all of our visitors to see Vicksburg in a positive light. We want them to tell friends and family what a treat Vicksburg can be. Contestants are scheduled to participate in meet-and-greets, a parade along Washington Street at 7 Monday night and four nights of competitions. Contestants will be eligible for thousands of dollars in scholarship money and, ultimately, a chance to compete for Miss America. Mississippi has produced four Miss Americas, but none since 1985. The

last Miss Vicksburg to win the state’s top pageant was Karen Hopson, in 1981. We wish all the contestants luck this week. We know each of you will represent your local pageant with class. We know whoever is crowned Saturday night will represent this state well in the Miss America pageant. We want every contestant to have a fantastic week with hopes that she’ll go home and relay what a treat the week in Vicksburg became. Residents here will have much to do with how Vicksburg is received. Make the most of it.

A worthwhile endeavor The Mississippi River Flood of 2011 wreaked havoc for people and businesses alike. The waters, which reached historic levels, forced many businesses to shutter their doors. One of those, DiamondJacks Casino, sent all of more than 200 employees home — with full pay — throughout the 36-day closure. The company’s commitment to its employees is exemplary. The deal came with a catch, though. Employees would have to volunteer

with any of six different charitable organizations in Vicksburg and surrounding areas. Included were the Child and Parent Center, The Salvation Army, Good Shepherd Community Center, Vicksburg-Warren Humane Society, all in Vicksburg, and Christian Volunteer Service in Port Gibson and Stewpot Community Service in Jackson. Each organization is a worthwhile enterprise that relies heavily on the caring of others. Without volunteers,

charities suffer. DiamondJacks Casino — and other companies that decided to do what was right and take care of the employees who make their business thrive — should be lauded as examples of caring and thoughtfulness. We salute the employers and employees who, while thrust into turmoil because of the Mississippi River, took care of their own — and others as well.

STARKVILLE — Perhaps it is the fact that Mississippi’s Democrats failed to field a full complement of candidates for the eight statewide elected offices this year. Democrats are contesting only four of the eight positions — conceding the offices of lieutenant governor, secretary of state, state auditor and agriculture commissioner to Mississippi’s GOP. Or perhaps it’s the fact that in only one statewide race is a Democratic incumbent — Attorney General Jim Hood — favored over a Republican challenger. Perhaps it is disaster fatigue, a sour economy, soaring gas prices or a host of other problems confronting Mississippi voters. Perhaps it’s the reality of years of tight state budgets trickling down to local governments. But the fact remains that the 2011 statewide campaign so far has the feel of folks sort of going through the motions. To be sure, the Republican primaries for goverSID nor and lieutenant governor have shown some occasional sparks. But to date, GOP frontrunner Lt. Gov. Phil Bryant has run the measured campaign that frontrunners traditionally run. It’s a strategy that gives his challengers little oxygen as they try to make their challenges burn brighter. Challengers Dave Dennis, Hudson Holliday, Ron Williams and the rest are working. Dennis, Holliday and Williams are all three serious candidates with thoughtful positions on the issues and substantive, active campaigns. But in a political environment that should give the decided advantage to those outside of government, Bryant has been able to outflank his three primary opponents with many Tea Party conservatives by beating his challengers to the punch on issues like abortion, guns, illegal immigration and taxes. In short, Bryant has made it difficult for those candidates to get to the right of him — and barring that in the Republican primary — it’s unlikely that Bryant’s lead can be overcome save a major mistake on his part down the stretch. As predicted, the Republican lieutenant governor’s primary between state Sen. Billy Hewes and State Treasurer Tate Reeves remains the most heated and most interesting GOP primary battle. Reeves has used his superior campaign resources artfully while Hewes has worked hard to expand his name recognition. And if the GOP gubernatorial primary had hinged on Bryant’s turning of the Tea Party herd, the lieutenant governor’s race is a different exercise — one predicated on winning the support of the Republican establishment — particularly in the state’s top 10-to-15 Republican counties. For Democrats, there are other primary considerations. At present, Clarksdale attorney and businessman Bill Luckett clearly appears to be in the best position from the standpoint of cash and campaign organization to take on the GOP nominee in November. But Hattiesburg Mayor Johnny Dupree seems to be gaining momentum in key Democratic-majority counties in Luckett’s natural Delta political base. For political analysts on both sides of the political fence, the great unanswered question in the Democratic gubernatorial primary is just what role 2nd District U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson will play in that primary. Perhaps a more cogent question is whether race is the lowest common political denominator in the 2011 Democratic gubernatorial primary. Will black Democrats make their 2011 gubernatorial choices based on regionalism, economic concerns or race? All those are interesting political questions and here’s hoping that after July speeches at the Jacinto Courthouse, the Neshoba County Fair and other major state political stumps, the races will eventually heat up and draw more voter interest. But from a partisan standpoint, the stars seem to be aligning for continued GOP success statewide and growth in the Mississippi House. •

SALTER

Sid Salter is a syndicated columnist. Contact him at 662-3252506 or ssalter@library.msstate.edu.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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WEEK IN Vicksburg Rain brought high temps down a notch, as readings dropped from the mid-90s to the mid-80s by week’s end. Overnight lows were steady in the 70s. About .7 of an inch of rain fell during the week. The Mississippi River dwindled even lower below its flood stage of 43 feet, dropping to 37.2 on the Vicksburg gauge. Forecasters were predicting it to remain around 37 feet for today. Because the area has not seen significant rainfall since June 7, fire officials issued a burn ban for inside the Vicksburg city limits. No ban has been issued for Warren County. Father’s Day was different this year for Allen Derivaux Jr., who became a single parent to five in October after his wife, Candy, died in her sleep. Derivaux said he gets help with his children, ages 6-11, from his siblings, friends and neighbors. The former Child Abuse Prevention Center, a child advocacy group of the Exchange Club, announced changes in programs under its new name, Child and Parent Center. The center offered for the first time a summer enrichment camp for academically struggling teens and is undergoing a yearlong celebration as part of 25 years in Vicksburg. A panel studying the proposed new jail for Warren County toured a multifunction facility under construction in Mendenhall. The panel consists of individuals representing county supervisors, judges, clerks and other legal fields in the county. River Region CEO Doug Sills told Vicksburg Kiwanis members that surveys of patients are indicating satisfaction with care and service at the facility. Ratings from surveys averaged 99.641 percent to start 2011, up from 96.5 in the second quarter of 2010, Sills said. Both Mississippi 465 and LeTourneau Road reopened to traffic for the first time since floodwaters receded. Repair work is still needed on some of the surface and shoulders of both roadways. Numerous volunteer groups — including Service Over Self and Gathering Place teens — from throughout the Southeast continued to assist with the cleanup effort. Tax revenue from the area’s five casinos plummeted in May because of the flooding, but city officials said conservative revenue estimates are keeping the city from “sweating it.” Vicksburg High School hosted a 7-on-7 football showcase at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The Gators were joined by Warren Central, St. Aloysius and several Jackson-area teams for the passing-only, no-contact tournament. Three county employees will be interviewed for the emergency management director position, expected to be vacant within the week. Once a director is hired, the chosen person will hire an operations officer, supervisors said. Local deaths during the week were Roy Joe Elmore Sr., Shirley Faye Humphries Woodham, Marion Dale Beasley, Cornelious “BayBro” Johnson Sr., Patricia N. Simpson, Lawrence B. Storey Jr., Eddie “Ray” Butler, Darlene Butler Carter, Wilbert Kenney, Mary Louise A. Torrance Powe, Edna Earl Whitaker, Virginia A. “Ginny” Long and Margaret R. Tremaine.

City, state spending of casino cash due for review OXFORD — If a casino had been born this month in 1990, it would now be old enough to … well … go to a casino. As hard as it is to fathom, the legality of gambling in Mississippi has now reached 21, the age of majority (which is also the tally thousands of blackjack players yearn to hit while flocked around tables 24 hours a day, seven days a week). Even harder to accept is that a child born this month in 1990 does not remember a time when casinos were not abundant along the Mississippi River or Gulf of Mexico or, for that matter, the two casinos operated near Philadelphia by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. The Choctaw development, Pearl River Resorts, is exempt from state gaming taxes. The other developments, nearly 30 of them, are not. In general terms, state and local governments have kept 12 cents of every dollar patrons have left at the parlors of chance. In specific terms, the public take on the private losses now totals $4,818,779,404.48. Spelled out, that’s four billion, eight hundred eighteen million, seven hundred seventynine thousand, four hundred and four dollars and forty-eight cents. And the question of the day is — or could be — where is it? The answer, of course, is “gone.” And not only that, the state could use a lot more to make up for reduced allocations to myriad

CHARLIE

MITCHELL

In general terms, state and local governments have kept 12 cents of every dollar patrons have left at the parlors of chance.

spending categories and increasing demand for health care dollars. Still, people wonder where the money went, and with good reason — especially in casino communities. The history is well-known. There was no discussion or debate in the Legislature about whether Mississippi should become a mini-Las Vegas. There was no study predicting the effects. At the time, Mississippi voters would laugh at any candidate who mentioned a state lottery as a revenue-raiser and a case was pending before the state Supreme Court on whether bingo games for charity violated a section of the state Constitution. Yet out of nowhere (seemingly), there it was. The Mississippi Gaming Control Act of 1990. Even rank and file (and some senior) members of the Legislature thought they were merely amending or slightly expanding the provisions that allowed games of chance during water excursions. The first casino did not open until August 1992, but from the start it

was clear the state — where talk of a lottery is still taboo — was onto something big. Fast forward until today, and here is the nut of it: Cities, counties and the state have banked $29,000 per hour in “found money” every hour of every day for the past 19 years. Also on the plus side of the ledger are about 25,000 jobs and the payroll taxes they generate. There’s a lot more. Casinos provide property taxes based on the value of their developments along with forking over the sales taxes on meals and hotels. (Even when the food and rooms are given away, the state collects taxes on their value.) On a pie chart of the state’s general fund income, the gamblingrelated revenue from casinos is far from dominant. It’s at 3 percent, right along with taxes on insurance premiums, gasoline, alcohol, cigarettes and other “incidentals.” It is at the local level where the impact has (or could be) more profound. There are local variations, but about 4 percent of the total take goes back to the cities and coun-

ties where the casinos are actually located. The impact ranges from profound in Tunica to extremely helpful in more populated areas such as Gulfport and Biloxi. In Vicksburg, where there are five casinos, city government gets a third of its budget from “the boats.” And that leads to a question: Even if the state continues to regard casino taxes as all-purpose revenue, should local governments do the same? Now that casinos have “come of age,” it seems localities might do an accounting and, if appropriate, refocus. Folks might enjoy more specific, quality-of-life evidence of this bonanza. Taxpayers, as is true everywhere, have heard time and again that a new revenue stream such as casinos or liquor or lotteries will solve all problems. We’re told that slight adjustments or “taxing the rich” will take care of everything. And then the money comes and goes and not much changes. While it is in the nature of government to grow, it could be in the nature of voters — at least at the local level — to ask for specific, targeted use of the cash casino customers keep providing. A new park, a new school, a library … something to show for 21 years and almost $5 billion given to the people — almost by accident. It could be considered a birthday present. •

Charlie Mitchell is a Mississippi journalist. Write to him at Box 1, University, MS 38677, or e-mail cmitchell43@yahoo.com.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Whitley’s termination is a blow to entire community Not long ago, my friend, Tillman Whitley, called and informed me of his termination. I was shocked beyond words. His loss to the Vicksburg Warren School District is a huge loss to children, immediate and immense and, for some, insurmountable. I never had the pleasure of teaching with Tillman, but I’ve watched many times through many years as he taught children to read who’d been given up by the system. I watched as the system rewarded him with acknowledgment, recognition, and frequent requests to teach other teachers his ways; extend his mastery and skills to them so they, too, could teach children to read. I’ve seen him teach other adults to read, some who’d worked their whole lives and retired and managed to keep this their secret. He taught children who were in 5th grade and older, but had never mastered the basics. In the place of his last assignment, I watched him devise a reading aesthetic and the most inviting classroom in the school filled with books, art and music that not only enticed and enchanted the children, but the other teachers as well. I knew 9and 10-year-old girls who asked to

Voice your opinion Letters to the editor are published under the following guidelines: Expressions from readers on topics of current or general interest are welcomed. • Letters must be original, not copies or letters sent to others, and must include the name, address and signature of the writer. • Letters must avoid defamatory or abusive statements. • Preference will be given to typed letters of 300 or fewer words. • The Vicksburg Post does not print anonymous letters and reserves the right to edit all letters submitted. • Letters in the column do not represent the views of The Vicksburg Post. attend his class in summer. The “Special Prom” at Warren Central was Pamela Loving and Tillman Whitley’s invention. It was they who reminded us that “special children” were “seniors,” too, who should have a “prom” to remember. It was they who devised that tradition that continues to this day. And in fact, just a month or so ago, his

friends there pressed me to make sure “Mr. Whitley” would come to the prom. I cannot fathom what caused this, or why, with supposed devotion to children and concern that they cannot read, we think we can afford Tillman’s loss. There’s talk of an influx of younger teachers displacing older ones to accommodate budget restrictions. One almost hopes that’s the case. At least that would explain it. But it will not justify it. Nor will it diminish the work of a good and generous man, contributor to years of teaching people to read in private tutoring sessions at WE CARE Community Services, at Warren Central and at Grove Street Alternative School. All are in Vicksburg, which finally fired him. Yolande Robbins Vicksburg

Corn is for eating Corn on the dinner table, or corn in the gas tank, we can’t have it both ways. Is it a good thing to put corn through the carburetor, then burn it, and blow it out the exhaust

system in the automobile? To my way of thinking it is not! But what do I know. The U.S. Senate voted on June 14 to preserve billions of dollars in government subsidies for ethanol. The vote was 59-40 to preserve the tax credit of 45 cents for every gallon of ethanol that is blended into fuel. I feel it necessary to expand on my opinion with some Bible verses. From Genesis, “And God said, behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of the Earth, and every tree, in the which is the fruit of the tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat.” Do I need to say more? We as a nation are wanting to be blessed by our Creator. We want good things to happen. We want to be a happy and successful people. But let me pose this question to everyone: Is our gasoline more important than people around the globe eating? We can’t take the things God made for our welfare and health, and just burn them up. We can do better. George T. Weir Jacksboro, Texas

Loyalty to the Constitution should suffice for presidential appointees WASHINGTON — On the issue of Muslims serving in public office, every explanation by presidential candidate Herman Cain becomes a complication. In three instances Cain affirmed that Muslims would not be allowed to serve in his Cabinet or administration. “Many of the Muslims,” he explained, “they’re not totally dedicated to this country.” Cain then amended his remarks to say that, while Muslims would be allowed to serve, they should be subject to “extra precautions” not applied to Catholics or Mormons. It is unclear what this would mean in practice. Presidential appointees already swear an oath of loyalty to the Constitution. I took mine in 2001 in the East Room of the White House — a solemn and sobering affair. High-ranking officials are subject to an extensive FBI background check, including the disclosure of every place one has lived and every country one has visited. FBI agents questioned an elderly, frightened woman who had been my neighbor 15 years before. She denied ever having laid eyes on me. Cabinet secretaries are given the added scrutiny of a Senate hearing, based on endless pages of intrusive, written questions. So what additional level of scrutiny, what addendum to the loyalty oath, should be imposed on Mus-

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The whole enterprise of redefining the ground rules for participation in public life in order to encourage suspicion of one faith or group is highly questionable.

lims? A requirement to forswear sharia law? But what definition, what interpretation of sharia law? Cain’s statement is reminiscent of another made by liberal financier George Soros in 2004 — a similarity which would presumably disturb Cain. “The separation of church and state,” Soros said, “is clearly undermined by having a born-again president. Our concern about Islamic fundamentalism is that there’s no separation between church and state, yet we are about to erode that here.” A president, in this view, must not only be born in the United States but born only once. The intolerant certainty of ethical monotheism is itself a disqualification. Cain and Soros make the same error. There are, of course, theological expressions of Islam and conservative Christianity that are inconsistent with pluralism — either

Wahhabi Saudi Arabia or John Calvin’s Geneva. There are also traditions consistent with pluralism. Sharia law may be interpreted as the replication of seventh-century Medina. It may also be viewed as a moral norm or conception of justice that is variously applied in systems of human law. The Cain/Soros view rests on the assertion that the most radical expression of a religion is also the most authentic. “Based upon the little knowledge that I have of the Muslim religion,” Cain says, “you know, they have an objective to convert all infidels or kill them.” Part of this statement is correct. It represents very little knowledge of the vigorous debates among 1.2 billion Muslims — a few violent, the vast majority not. The Constitution addresses this matter directly. Article VI requires legislative, judicial and executive

officials to take a loyalty oath to the Constitution. It continues: “No religious test shall ever be required as a qualification to any office or public trust under the United States.” After Charles Pinckney of South Carolina proposed this language at the Constitutional Convention, a delegate to North Carolina’s ratifying convention objected that it would allow “pagans, deists and Mahometans” to seek office. It was ratified anyway — even though many state constitutions at the time contained religious tests. Imposing a modern religious test is neither likely nor defensible. It is remarkable that any liberal advocate of an evolving Constitution should wish it to evolve in this way. It is equally inexplicable that any conservative defender of constitutionalism should advocate so clear a violation of the Constitution itself. The whole enterprise of redefining the ground rules for participation in public life in order to encourage suspicion of one faith or group is highly questionable. It is just the type of power play that the Founders aimed to prevent. For them, loyalty to the Constitution was sufficient — and any religious demand beyond it, illegitimate. •

Michael Gerson’s email address is michaelgerson(at)washpost.com.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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Business, free speech top cases of 2011 Justices end term Monday WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court’s conservative majority made it harder for people to band together to sue the nation’s largest businesses in the two most far-reaching rulings of the term the justices are wrapping up on Monday. The two cases putting new limits on class-action lawsuits were among more than a dozen in which the justices divided 5-4 along familiar ideological lines, with the winning side determined by the vote of Justice Anthony Kennedy. Women made up one-third of the nine-member court for the first time ever this year, but missing from the court’s docket was a case that could be called historic. Next year and 2013 could look very different, with potentially divisive and consequential cases on immigration, gay marriage and health care making their way to the high court. The makeup of the court, however, is not expected to change. Chief Justice John Roberts said the court would finish its business on Monday when the justices will announce decisions in four remaining cases, including two First Amendment disputes. In one, video game makers are leading a challenge to a California law that bars the

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Women gather outside the Supreme Court in Washington to protest the justices’ decision on a Walmart sex discrimination class-action lawsuit. sale or rental of violent video games to children. The case was argued nearly eight months ago, when it appeared a majority of the court was inclined to strike down the law. The other case involves a campaign finance law in Arizona that rewards candidates who accept public funds with additional cash when privately funded rivals and independent groups exceed certain spending thresholds. Also Monday, the justices are expected to decide whether to hear several important cases next term. They include: • whether police need a

search warrant before they place a global positioning device on a car to track a suspect’s movements. • a challenge to the constitutionality of the Federal Communications Commission regulation of indecency on television. • suits against defense contractors over claims of abuse at the Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. • yet another businessbacked challenge to classaction suits in state courts. Justice Antonin Scalia was the author of the majority opinion in both class-action cases, Walmart v. Dukes and

AT&T v. Concepcion. The Walmart decision blocked a sex discrimination suit on behalf of up to 1.6 million female employees and made it harder to mount large-scale claims against big companies in federal court. The AT&T decision endorsed the use of provisions that are common in consumer contracts for cellphones, credit cards and other goods and services in which the customer waives the right to sue. Scalia’s opinion said those provisions were valid, even in the face of state laws that protect the availability of class actions.

Poll: Debt-limit crisis falling on deaf ears WASHINGTON (AP) — It might be time for another midnight ride by Paul Revere, this time warning “the creditors are coming.” Americans seem not to have awakened to thelooming debt crisis that could summon a new recession. Those are among the implications, both sudden and long-lasting, expected to unfold if the U.S. defaults on debt payments for the first time in history. Facing an August deadline for raising the country’s borrowing limit, politicians and economists are alarmed. The people? Apparently not. They’re divided on whether to raise the limit, said an Associated Press-GfK poll that found 41 percent opposed to the idea and 38 percent in favor. People aren’t exactly blase. A narrow majority in the poll expects an economic crisis to ensue if the U.S., maxed out on its borrowing capacity, starts missing interest payments to creditors. But even among

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that group, 37 percent say no dice to raising the limit. The warnings appear to be falling on unconvinced ears. Call it doomsday fatigue. Americans heard that things were going to go haywire with the turn of the millennium, and they didn’t. They were primed for post-Sept. 11 terrorist plots that did not unfold. They’ve seen Congress, a lumbering body that gets fleet of foot at the last minute, come to the brink, only to pull something out of its hat. A partial government shutdown was averted in that manner. To Robin Knight, 50-year-old teacher from Gilbert, Ariz., who’s trying to stay informed on the debt crisis, Washington’s tendency to cry wolf and stage histrionics on issues of the day isn’t helping. “It should be very easy to understand,” she said, “but I think there are so many skewed views and (so much) time given to people screaming that it can be hard to follow.”

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

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Festivities for Fourth start Friday By Mary Margaret Halford mhalford@vicksburgpost.com

third-place award for her coverage of fatal tornadoes crossing the state. Staff writer Pamela Hitchins and photographer David Jackson each received third-place awards for their picture-story coverage of the Jackson Zoo. The staff won a third-place award for its special section on the 150th anniversary of Catholic education in Vicks-

Vicksburg will rock and roll — then chill — for this weekend’s celebration of the Fourth of July. Live music will be on tap beginning Friday and continue through July 4, when the homegrown soft-rock band, The Chill, will usher in the annual fireworks extravaganza, this year named Chillin on the 4th, at 9 p.m. “Everything should go without a hitch,” said Joe Graves, the City of Vicksburg Parks and Recreation boss who is events coordinator for the red, white and blue weekend. Speaking of Red, White and Blue(s), that’s the name of the group in charge of music for the weekend. The groups and venues: • The Chill will play from the front porch of the Yazoo & Mississippi Valley Depot, which became somewhat of a national icon for the city during the historic Mississippi River flood that cleared a month before the weekend celebration. • Birthday celebrations honoring the late Willie Dixon, a blues artist and Vicksburg native, will kick off at 7 p.m. Friday at Duff’s Tavern & Grille downtown and at Vicksburg Auditorium. At Duff’s, Jerry James will perform Cajun blues. At the auditorium, T.K. Soul and Jeff Floyd will perform. The Dixon celebrations are sponsored by the Vicksburg Heritage League and the Vicksburg Blues Society. • From 3 p.m. Saturday until 1 a.m. Sunday, Monsour’s at the Biscuit Company, also downtown, will host Johnny Crocker, Mike & Marty, DeAnna Nicole and Sonny Ridell. • Also on Saturday, Jamie Isonhood will play the blues on piano at Duff’s at 7 p.m. “We want people to know about the reasons to come

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Hazardous work Elaine Haralson, right, of M&E Oil Service of Braxton dumps used motor oil into a drum Saturday during the eighth annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day. Above, left, Nick Verzwyvelt gets help unloading his trailer from Warren County Road Department employee Allen Mason. The collection, held at Warren Central High School and sponsored by county supervisors, saw around 660 cars and trailers filled with items, said Warren County Volunteer Fire Coordinator Kelly Worthy, including car batteries, used antifreeze, appliances and tires.

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Post receives 17 awards in statewide contest The Vicksburg Post news staff has picked up 17 awards, including three for first place, in the Mississippi Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest for 2010. The awards, in competition with newspapers of similar size from across the state, were announced Saturday during MPA’s annual summer meeting in Biloxi. With judges saying it offered “a great blend of information,” the Post

On A8 Lieutenant governor candidates take MPA stage Sports section was voted No. 1. Staff writer Danny Barrett Jr. and photographer Katie Carter also won firstplace awards in the picturestory combination category for their report on recovery efforts after tornadoes

ripped through North Louisiana and Eagle Lake in April 2010. Also in sports categories, sports writer Ernest Bowker received three second-place awards, for his report on Clint Wilkerson’s resignation from St. Aloysius High School, for a report on a young archery expert and a game story from a St. Al baseball game against Myrtle High School. Sports editor Steve Wilson

received a second-place honor for his column. Deputy managing editor Misty McDermitt and graphic designer Emily Clark won second-place awards for their work in the Topic section. Carter received second place in the sports feature photo category for a photo at a Warren Central High School game. Staff writer Manivanh Chanprasith received a

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Coupon bandits taking toll No need existed for the dozen packages of refrigerated cookie dough. The buyers — and this is from personal experience — didn’t need all that dough. A Cub Scout regional reunion wouldn’t need that much cookie dough. Extreme couponers — in this case extreme eaters — are everywhere. They clog the Kroger aisles, wander the Corner Market with faces buried in a three-ring binder and cruise County Market for the 3-for-1 deodorants. Now it appears that the assault on Toll House is an assault on independent contractors responsible for selling

this newspaper. The Vicksburg Post is not alone as newspapers nationwide are fighting a rising scourge — coupon theft. One set of coupons — like one package of Toll House — just isn’t enough anymore. One person who knows where I work called out of the blue. I hadn’t heard from her in years. “Do you know where I can get extra coupons?” she asked. “Umm, a newspaper?” I replied “I did that. I need more.” “Buy another newspaper.”

SEAN MUITORRPHY POST WEB ED

“You can’t send me any? You work at a newspaper.” “Um..., No.” I haven’t heard from her since. Newspaper sales have historically been an honor purchase. Put 50 cents into a box on a street corner, the door opens and a stack of papers appears. It would be easy to take 20 copies — the door is open. Considerate consumers take their one paper, close the door and move on. Extreme couponers are far from considerate. They are crafty, too.

They’ll open a newspaper box, remove the coupons from inside the paper, then leave the paper. They will even yank the coupons from the paper in the box window. Next customer arrives, pays for a paper expecting coupons and ... no coupons. Stealing coupons — a misdemeanor — is punishable by up to a year in jail. Sooner or later, thieves will be caught ink-handed.

The eyes are aware of the thefts and have started watching. The thefts hurt only honest people trying to earn a living. Single copy and rack sales are handled by independent contractors. They buy the papers from here. Money made through subsequent sales is their money. Unsold papers can be turned in for a refund — if the papers are complete with inserts. Having a rack with 20 papers sans cou-

pons leaves the contractor — trying to put food on his or her own table — left holding 20 day-old newspapers. It adds up. Setting up surveillance cameras at every rack throughout the area is impractical. Catching the scofflaws will be a chore. But sooner or later, there will be an arrest. So stop asking for extra coupons. A person can get as many extras as needed — at 50 cents a copy and $1.50 on Sundays. Stop stealing coupons. Stop taking a living away from someone with an already difficult, expensive and time-consuming job. Just STOP! And while you’re at it, ease up on the trips to the Toll House. It has taken quite the toll already. •

Sean P. Murphy is web editor. He can be reached at smurphy@vicksburgpost. com

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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Lt. governor candidates spar over spending By Emily Wagster Pettus The Associated Press BILOXI — The two Republican candidates for Mississippi lieutenant governor on Saturday criticized each other’s records in public office, particularly the role each played in creating or controlling the state’s bond debt. During a forum at the Mississippi Press Association convention in Biloxi, state Treasurer Tate Reeves of Flowood said the next lieutenant governor needs to come from outside the Legislature. “My opponent — he’s not a bad guy,” said Reeves, 37. “In fact, he’s done some good things in our state. He’s done some things that are conservative in our state. Unfortunately, where it comes to spending and debt, it’s not where he’s been conservative.”

Awards Continued from Page A7. burg, and overall, the staff also took third place for the

Fourth Continued from Page A7. to Vicksburg,” said Shirley Waring, director of Red, White and Blue(s). Also during the weekend: • On Sunday, at 5 p.m. in the sanctuary at First Baptist Church, Guy Hovis, a Tupelo native known for his appearances on “The Lawrence Welk Show” and “Art Linkletter’s House Party Show,” will perform. “He’ll be very entertaining,” said organizer Frances Koury, whose Four Seasons of the Arts is bringing Hovis to the city. “This ties in with what we are trying to commemorate during the weekend. The concert is free, but donations will be taken up for flood victims through

State Senate President Pro Tempore Billy Hewes of Gulfport responded that as a legislative leader, he has helped write budgets and cut spending. He said the treasurer doesn’t have the

responsibility. “I think I stopped counting after about 50 times he mentioned the word ‘conservative,”’ Hewes said. “Well, I don’t have to out-conservative my opponent. He’s no more

conservative than I am.” Hewes is in the insurance and real estate businesses and has been in the Senate nearly 20 years. He said that gives him the experience needed to become lieutenant governor, the presiding officer of the 52-member chamber. Hewes, 49, said he was serving in the Legislature in the 1990s while “Tate was still in school.” Reeves said the state debt increased significantly the first 12 years Hewes was in the Senate, but the rate of growth has slowed down since January 2004, when Reeves became state treasurer and Republican Haley Barbour became governor. Hewes said the rate of increase in the debt slowed because Republicans took over the Senate majority. Reeves, Barbour and Democratic Attorney General

design of the newspaper. Managing editor Karen Gamble won third place for a headline, and Web editor Sean P. Murphy received a third-place award for the

newspaper’s website, www. vicksburgpost.com. The announcement of awards came a day after Post publisher Pat Cashman was elected to the Missis-

sippi Press Association’s Hall of Fame and Post general manager Jimmy Clark was elected to serve a one-year term as president of the MPA Board of Directors.

Fourth of July events in Vicksburg include: • Friday — 9 a.m., Living History at the Vicksburg National Military Park, $8; 7 p.m., Happy Birthday Willie Dixon at Duff’s Tavern & Grille and Vicksburg Auditorium. • Saturday — 9 a.m., Living History at VNMP, $8; 3

p.m., Eddie Monsour’s at the Biscuit Company Street Party and Crawfish Boil; 7 p.m., Driving Blues Piano at Duff’s; 3 p.m.-1 a.m., Crawfish Boil and Street Party at Monsour’s. • July 3 — 9 a.m., Living History at the park, $8; 5 p.m., Four Seasons of the Arts presents Guy Hovis at First Baptist Church.

• July 4 — 9 a.m., Living History at VNMP, $8; 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Bring Gospel to the Bottom, Marcus Bottom; 1 p.m. barbecue buffet at Monsour’s; 2-5 p.m., Blues, Gospel and Jazz at the depot downtown; 7 p.m., barbecue at Duff’s; 7 p.m., Chillin on the 4th; 9 p.m., fireworks on the Yazoo Diversion Canal.

United Way of West Central Mississippi and the American Red Cross. • The Vicksburg National Military Park also will host its annual Living History Program. Beginning at 9 each morning, re-enactors will fire a cannon every hour on the hour while dressed in Civil War uniforms. The cost of admission to the park is $8.

Festivities will wrap up July 4 with fireworks at 9 p.m. Streetlights will be turned off to allow spectators the best possible view for the 30-minute show, which is costing the city about $30,000, said Graves. The fireworks, shot from a barge on the Yazoo Diversion Canal behind the depot, will come from Zambelli Fire-

works of New Castle, Penn. “Many people work hard to make this happen. It’s a community effort and it’s just great for the city and the tourists that come through,” Graves said, noting that the annual fireworks show usually brings 7,000 to 10,000 people downtown. “The event is just a good thing for everybody.”

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Moderator Tim Kalich, center, listens as State Treasurer Tate Reeves, right, answers a question and Sen. Billy Hewes of Gulfport prepares his answer Saturday. Reeves and Hewes are Republicans who are running for lieutenant governor.

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Jim Hood serve on the state Bond Commission. Mississippi issues bonds to take on long-term debt for big projects such as renovations to state buildings or to offer incentives for economic development projects. Current Lt. Gov. Phil Bryant, a Republican, is running for governor this year. No Democrat is running for lieutenant governor. The winner of the Aug. 2 Republican primary will face Reform Party candidate Tracella Lou O’Hara Hill.

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City man charged with shoplifting A Vicksburg man was in the Warren County Jail on a felony shoplifting charge. Maurice Shy, 25, 2519 Washington St., Apt. C, was arrested by Vicksburg police Friday and charged with two counts of third-offense shoplifting, Vicksburg police Sgt. Sandra Williams said. Shy is accused of taking items valued at less than $20 from the Super Ten at 1509 Washington St. He was being held on a $5,000 bond.

public meetings this week Monday • Warren County Board of Supervisors, 8:30 a.m., Board of Supervisors building, rear conference room Tuesday • Warren County Board of

Supervisors, 9 a.m., Warren County Courthouse, BOS meeting room, third floor Wednesday • Vicksburg Warren E-911 Commission, 9 a.m., E-911 Dispatch Center, 1401 Clay St.

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Officials say they’re confident going into new fiscal year

VHA’s executive director. “It is a big part of the subdivision.” The playground, built in the early 1980s when the subdivision was erected, is used by nearly 200 children, Walker said. Kiwanis International Foundation awarded the Vicksburg club $5,000 for the project, and the Kiwanis District Foundation gave $725 for new playground equipment, Lee said. Businesses also got in on the project. Walmart donated a $100 gift card to purchase cleaning supplies, and River Region Health System donated $100 in water for volunteers. Anderson-Tully Co. provided mulch. The Vicksburg Fire Department assisted in spraying off bleach that was applied to playground equipment. Kiwanis members Martin Chaney, Jim Chaney and David Hosemann donated their tractors and their time. “We’re just trying to help out the community, to try to make things nicer for these people who have suffered,” Martin Chaney said. “The kids need a place to play that is safe — and that’s the biggest thing.” Members of the Vicksburg High School Key Club, the teen branch of Kiwanis, also assisted. “I feel like I’m helping out somebody, so that’s always a good feeling,” “said Dianna Kariuki, 16, the daughter of Benson and Cheryl Kariuki. Former Key Club member and VHS graduate SheAmbree James, 18, brought her mother, Jean, along. “I love helping others,” said SheAmbree, also the daughter of William James. “It’s a big help because I know not everyone would want to do this.” Edward Wong, a history teacher and sponsor of the VHS Key Club, also put on his work gloves. “Vicksburg Kiwanis is the parent club of the Vicksburg High School Key Club, and they invite our kids to lunch every week — and they give scholarships,” Wong said. “If they can do that for my kids, I can do this for them and for the community.”

By Emily Wagster Pettus The Associated Press JACKSON — Mississippi officials say the state budget is in good shape to survive the impact of this past spring’s tornadoes and river flooding. The state still has tens of millions of dollars set aside from Hurricane Katrina recovery, and top lawmakers say that cash is providing a cushion that could help cover the recovery expenses from the latest natural disasters. It could be months before the tab is calculated. Other states, including Missouri and Alabama, anticipate budget problems because of massive tornadoes that struck in recent months. Mississippi Emergency Management Agency director Mike Womack said recovery from big disasters typically takes more than a single year, so the expenses are spread out over several budget cycles. “We have some disasters that are four or five years old and there are still some projects that are not complete,” Womack said. The state’s current fiscal year ends Thursday. Mississippi has different pots of money that officials could dip into to help cover disaster recovery, if needed. The state created a working cash stabilization fund, commonly called the rainy day fund, in the early 1990s. The Legislative Budget Office says the fund is projected to have a balance of about $190 million on June 30, the end of the current fiscal year; and a balance of about $87 million on June 30, 2012, the end of the next fiscal year. Mississippi also has a disaster recovery fund that was created after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The fund has a current balance of $103.4 million, according to the state Department of Finance and

Telethon logs $30,000 in pledges JACKSON (AP) — A telethon to raise money for flood and tornado victims in Mississippi, Louisiana and Tennessee had about $30,000 in pledges heading into the Saturday night event, officials said. The money raised during Rise For Relief, shown on Mississippi Public Broadcasting and more than a dozen other stations in Memphis and Baton Rouge, will go to the American Red Cross. Musicians performed for free during the two-hour, commercial-free broadcast. “Neighbors being neighbors ... that’s why we brought in Louisiana and Tennessee. We’re all together in this,” said acting MBP Executive Director Jay Woods. Administration. Legislators are shifting $47.3 million from the recovery fund to MEMA to pay some expenses from past disasters. Legislators are using about $28 million from the disaster fund to pad the state’s general budget for fiscal 2012. That will leave just over $28 million in the fund, and legislators say they’re hoping to hold that in reserve to pad the fiscal 2013 budget. Laura Hipp, a spokeswoman for Gov. Haley Barbour, said authorities are still assessing damage. “Areas of our state remain flooded, and state agencies are still in response mode in those communities impacted by the tornadoes and the flood,” Hipp said. “Therefore, it is too early to determine the total impact on agency budgets, though the Federal Emergency Manage-

ment Agency will cover a portion of those costs. It is also too early to determine just how the state’s revenue will be impacted by agricultural losses, business interruption and other losses from these disasters.” State Sen. Doug Davis, a Hernando Republican who chairs the appropriations committee, said he has asked state agencies such as the Department of Public Safety to calculate their expenses from the tornadoes and flooding so he can know whether they expect to ask for more money in January, when legislators return for their regular session. That would be midway through fiscal 2012. “I’m optimistic they can make it through the first half of (fiscal) ’12, assuming we don’t have another disaster,” Davis said. House Appropriations Committee Chairman Johnny Stringer, a Democrat from Montrose, said he’s trying to find out whether Mississippi still has some unspent federal stimulus money that could be used. “I’ve been on the end of a tornado before, and recovery doesn’t take a year. It takes years,” said Stringer, whose south Mississippi farm was hit in 2004. MEMA’s Womack said each state has flexibility to handle federal and state cost-sharing for disasters however it wants. Womack said individual assistance programs from FEMA are grants to households, a maximum of $30,200 per household for each disaster. He said anything having to do with housing — repair or rebuilding of a home, or rental assistance — is not subject to cost-sharing. But other expenses are subject to cost-sharing, including the replacement of appliances, replacement of vehicles, and medical and funeral expenses. He said in cases where cost-sharing is required, FEMA pays 75 percent and Mississippi pays 25 percent.

Pageant Continued from Page A1. board; actor David Weincek, whose credits include the movie “It’s Complicated” and ABC soap opera “One Life to Live”; Miss Mississippi 1995 Monica Louwerens Kenyon; and Miss America 2004 Ericka Dunlap. For members of the public who would like to be a Miss Mississippi judge in 2012, a seminar led by Michael Jones, Miss Mississippi judges chairman, will be Saturday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Vicksburg Convention Center. The seminar is conducted every few years, as needed, pageant officials said. This year’s pageant will be without its longtime executive secretary. Wayne Sutter died in May at age 64. “He was so committed,” said Blackledge. “I had to get

If you go • Miss Mississippi Parade — 7 p.m. Monday along Washington Street. • Competition — 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday at Vicksburg Convention Center; $100 for four nights, $25 each for Wednesday and Thursday, $30 for Friday, $50 for Saturday. on him because he would do too much.” Sutter’s duties are being absorbed by board members and volunteers. And, Blackledge said, “fortunately, my daughter Laura has been able to step in and guide things.” Blackledge said plans are to begin looking for an execu-

• Miss Mississippi Party — 10:30 p.m. Friday at Rainbow Casino’s Rainbow Room; $20; business casual attire. • Miss Mississippi Awards Ball — Saturday after crowning; Rainbow Room; $20. • Autograph parties — Monday night after parade at convention center; 10-11:15 a.m. Wednesday at George

Carr Motor Company on South Frontage Road; 9:3011:15 a.m. Thursday at Outlets at Vicksburg. • Judges seminar — 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at convention center. • Tickets — 601-638-6746, missmiss@wave2lan.com, www.missmississippipageant.org.

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tive secretary in August. In-kind scholarships, or money from community colleges and universities, are higher this year — $677,036 from $294,561. Cash scholarships fell, from $100,500 to $93,250. The number of contestants is the same as in 2010. Nineteen are returning and 26 are

new. Preliminary competition kicks off Wednesday night and the pageant wraps up Saturday night with the crowning in a live, televised broadcast from Vicksburg Convention Center. A webcast will give a look at backstage activities, and updates will be available on

Twitter. Events throughout the week include the annual parade, autograph parties and meet-and-greet events Friday and Saturday night at Rainbow Casino’s Rainbow Room.

lis; a son, Glenwood Torrance of Bruce; three sisters, Anna Rudell Washington of St. Francisville, Lurline H.S. Green of Vicksburg and Jurline H. Howard of Detroit; grandchildren, nieces and nephews; other relatives; and

friends.

The pageant will be shown at 8 p.m. Saturday in a live broadcast on WLBT, local cable Channel 3. A webcast will be at www.missmississippipageant.com. Also, follow the pageant at www.vicksburgpost.com and on Twitter by searching @MissMSPageant.

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.

Marcia Gray Berry JACKSON — Marcia Gray Berry died Friday, June 24, 2011, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She was 54. Mrs. Berry was a Vicksburg native and attended Warren Central High School. She lived most of her life in Jackson, most recently residing in Ridgeland, where she attended Highland Colony Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, John B. and Mattie S. Gray; her husband, George Berry; and two brothers, Edwin Gray and Benny May. She is survived by her son, William Berry of Ridgeland; three sisters, Shirley Rogers and Brenda Hensarling, both of Ridgeland, and Patricia Owens of Madison; three brothers, Jimmy L. Gray of Vicksburg, Tommy Gray of Madison and John C. Gray of DeFuniak Springs, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Glenwood Funeral Home chapel in Vicksburg with Rev. Jay Richardson officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Gray, Landry Holloway, Kyle Smith, Jerry Owens, Tommy Gray and Jimmy Gray.

Mary Louise A. Torrance Powe Services for Mary Louise A. Torrance Powe will be at 2 p.m. today at Williams Funeral Service chapel Mary Louise with the Rev. Arthur Hicks A. Torrance Powe Sr. officiating. Visitation was Saturday. Mrs. Powe died Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at River Region Medical Center. She was 68. She was a resident at Heritage House Retirement Center, and was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Amos Torrance; her parents, Sarah Alexander and Robert Butler; two brothers, Franklin Sim and Ruley Burns; and

a sister, Rogene Spinks. She is survived by five daughters, Angela TorranceJohnson of St. Francisville, La., and Dolicia Jenkins, Alfredia Armstrong, Constance Wallace and Vivian Torrance, all of Minneapo-

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Partly cloudy with a high in the upper 90s and a low in the lower 70s

WEATHER This weather package is compiled from historical records and information provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the City of Vicksburg and The Associated Press.

LOCAL FORECAST Monday-wednesday Partly cloudy witha a chance of isolated thunderstorms on Wednesday; highs in the upper 90s; lows in the mid-70s

STATE FORECAST TOday Partly cloudy; highs in the upper 90s; lows in the lower 70s. Monday-wednesday Partly cloudy witha a chance of isolated thunderstorms on Wednesday; highs in the upper 90s; lows in the mid-70s

Almanac Highs and Lows High/past 24 hours............. 95º Low/past 24 hours............... 71º Average temperature......... 83º Normal this date................... 81º Record low..............58º in 1974 Record high............98º in 1930 Rainfall Recorded at the Vicksburg Water Plant Past 24 hours.........................N/A This month..............0.69 inches Total/year.............. 20.37 inches Normal/month......2.80 inches Normal/year........ 29.63 inches Solunar table Most active times for fish and wildlife Monday: A.M. Active............................ 2:15 A.M. Most active................. 8:27 P.M. Active............................. 2:39 P.M. Most active.................. 8:52 Sunrise/sunset Sunset today........................ 8:13 Sunset tomorrow............... 8:13 Sunrise tomorrow.............. 5:58

RIVER DATA Stages Mississippi River at Vicksburg Current: 36.7 | Change: -0.3 Flood: 43 feet Yazoo River at Greenwood Current: 16.3 | Change: 0.1 Flood: 35 feet Yazoo River at Yazoo City Current: 19.9 | Change: -0.6 Flood: 29 feet Yazoo River at Belzoni Current: 16.3 | Change: -0.2 Flood: 34 feet Big Black River at West Current: 4.5 | Change: -0.1 Flood: 12 feet Big Black River at Bovina Current: 6.8 | Change: 0.1 Flood: 28 feet StEELE BAYOU Land....................................84.6 River....................................84.3

MISSISSIPPI RIVER Forecast Cairo, Ill. Monday.................................. 40.3 Tuesday.................................. 40.0 Wednesday........................... 39.1 Memphis Monday.................................. 24.5 Tuesday.................................. 24.7 Wednesday........................... 24.7 Greenville Monday.................................. 39.5 Tuesday.................................. 39.9 Wednesday........................... 40.3 Vicksburg Monday.................................. 36.8 Tuesday.................................. 37.1 Wednesday........................... 37.6

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Tale of two brothers: Bulger boys share name, power BOSTON (AP) — It has all the hallmarks of a Greek tragedy: two brothers whose lives diverge radically — one into an underworld of crime, the other into the upper echelons of state politics — yet whose fates remain inextricably linked. Generations of Bostonians have watched that story play out in the real-life drama of former Democratic Senate President William “Billy” Bulger and his older brother, reputed gangster James “Whitey” Bulger. At the heart of the story was a fierce loyalty to family and the shared experience of growing up in the working class Irish-American enclave of South Boston, where the line between brawling and bare-knuckled politics was easily blurred. The two brothers also shared one more thing: a willingness to use whatever power was available to them. In William’s case, that was a flair for street-smart politics that propelled him into one of the most powerful positions on Beacon Hill, where he earned a reputation for arm-twisting that rarely saw him lose a battle. For Whitey, according to an inch-thick pile of indictments, that power came at the barrel of a gun and a coterie of enforcers. Whitey’s surprising arrest after 16 years on the run to face 19 murder charges last week has again thrust the brothers into the spotlight. It’s a relationship that would dog William Bulger throughout his career, ultimately forcing his resignation as president of the University of Massachusetts system in 2003 after he testified before a congressional committee investigating the FBI’s ties to his brother, who had been revealed as an FBI informant. After receiving immunity, William acknowledged receiving a call from Whitey shortly after he fled. “The tone of it was, ‘Don’t believe everything that is being said about me,”’

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Brothers James “Whitey” Bulger, left, and William “Billy” Bulger William Bulger said. “I think he asked me to tell everybody he was OK. ... I think I said I hope this has a happy ending.” Two years earlier, William Bulger had told a grand jury he didn’t urge his brother to surrender because he didn’t “think it would be in his interest to do so,” said testimony. “It’s my hope that I’m never helpful to anyone against him,” the younger Bulger said, according to the transcript. “I don’t feel an obligation to help everyone to catch him.” For William Bulger, it was a role as defender of his brother that he’d long ago accepted, even as Whitey seemed to disappear into an increasingly violent criminal netherworld. In his 1996 memoir “While the Music Lasts,” William Bulger described Whitey, five years his senior, as being in “a constant state of revolt.” Whitey kept himself in top physical shape, neither smoke nor drank, shunned addictive drugs, and had “an abundance of good humor and a wildly creative talent for impish mischief,” his brother wrote. But William Bulger also said Whitey found himself in trouble with police and once ran away to join the circus. He also joined the Air Force but was later discharged. “He was just being Jim,” Bulger wrote. William Bulger said that it was around this time that

Whitey fell in with a crowd involved in bank holdups and in 1956 was convicted of involvement in three bank robberies and sentenced to 20 years. He served part of what turned out to be an 11-year sentence in Alcatraz. Four years after Whitey’s conviction, William was first elected to the Massachusetts House. In the years following Whitey’s release, William blamed the media for spreading what he called “lurid allegations” about his brother, speculating that some of the “dark rumors” were nothing more than political attacks on him. As Whitey’s criminal activities appeared to turn more brutal, William Bulger rose through the Statehouse ranks. In 1970, he won a Senate seat and eight years later was elected Senate president, a position he would hold for a record 17 years. Even after Whitey fled in 1995 of the eve of his indictment on racketeering charges, William remained loyal, accusing overzealous prosecutors of buying testimony with promises of early release from prison. “It has been known for many years that a ‘get out of jail’ card has been available to anyone who would give testimony against my brother,” he wrote. At the same time, William was earning a reputation as a tough-minded leader who

A convoy of U.S. Marshal vehicles transporting James “Whitey” Bulger and his girlfriend, Catherine Greig, arrive in Boston Friday. rewarded supporters and punished critics. Warren Tolman, a former Democratic senator who was among those critics, served briefly under him. Tolman said that although he often found himself at loggerheads with William Bulger, he felt Bulger treated him fairly and could be “a charming guy.” Still, Bulger wasn’t shy about using his political might. Tolman said after he was able to prevent a transportation funding proposal from

passing by a single vote, Bulger, who opposed the measure, used his muscle to flip a vote, forcing the proposal through. “By and large, he got his way whenever he wanted,” Tolman said. “You knew that if you took him on it was going to be an uphill battle.” Tolman said he never recalled open discussions about Bulger’s brother even though his Senate colleagues “certainly knew of the legend of Whitey Bulger.” “I don’t think anyone ever

realized the scope of the dastardly deeds he’s accused of,” Tolman said. Occasionally the lines between politics and the underworld blurred. In 1994, state Sen. William Keating led a group of likeminded liberal lawmakers in an attempt to oust Bulger as Senate president. Although the challenge failed, the campaign against Keating was fierce. Keating said his supporters from South Boston told him that Whitey had paid people to travel to Keating’s district to hold signs for his Republican opponent. Following Whitey’s arrest last week, William Bulger said he wished to “express my sympathy to all the families hurt by the calamitous circumstances of this case.” During Whitey’s appearance in federal court in Boston Friday, Whitey, now 81, smiled at his younger brother and mouthed, “Hi.” William smiled back. William, as he left the courthouse, appeared emotional. “It’s an unusual experience,” he said.

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Sorenson earns chaotic road win By The Associated Press

Best of the best The SEC proved it was the nation’s best baseball conference with two of its teams in the championship series. Story/B3

On TV 1:30 p.m. TNT - Things could get a bit bumpy as the Sprint Cup Series heads to Sonoma. Story/B4

Who’s hot ERNEST BOWKER Vicksburg Post sports writer won nine swimming medals at the Mississippi State Games in Meridian on Saturday.

Sidelines Tar Heels amass 317 parking tickets

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina has identified eight football players who accumulated 317 parking tickets that were uncovered in documents requested by media outlets covering the ongoing NCAA probe. The school released a chart Friday that links those players’ names to their license plate numbers on vehicles that included a Land Rover, BMW and an Acura. A week ago, the school released records that showed some players combined for 395 citations totaling more than $13,000 between March 2007 and August 2010. The newest release showed receiver Greg Little had 93 tickets on multiple vehicles with nine different license plates. The other players identified were linebacker Bruce Carter; defensive backs Charles Brown, Kendrick Burney and Deunta Williams; defensive lineman Robert Quinn and running backs Johnny White and Ryan Houston. The names of those whose cars received the other 78 citations were not identified by the school. The citations ranged in penalty from $5 for improperly displaying a parking permit to $250 for parking in a fire lane or in a handicapped space, and the total amount of those 395 tickets was $13,185. The school said last week that of the 395, 30 remained unpaid.

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ELKHART LAKE, Wis. — Justin Allgaier could have coasted to victory under caution — but he ran out of gas, handing a victory to Reed Sorenson in a chaotic finish to Saturday’s NASCAR Nationwide race at Road America. Allgaier took the lead from Michael McDowell on the second of three attempts at a green-white-checkered overtime finish. Allgaier held the lead after the final restart and appeared to have the win sealed up when the yellow flag waved for the final time because of another rash of crashes.

But Allgaier didn’t have enough fuel to make it to the finish after running so many extra laps on the four-mile track, and making it back to the finish line is required under NASCAR rules even though the race finished under yellow. Sorenson and Ron Fellows took the checkered flag side-by-side and both drivers seemed to think they’d won, and NASCAR officials took several minutes to declare Sorenson the winner. “I don’t agree with the ruling, but it is what it is,” Fellows said. NASCAR officials ruled Fellows finished second, followed by Jacques Villeneuve

— who had a late run-in with Max Papis — Elliott Sadler and Mike Wallace. Brian Scott was leading in the closing laps of regulation, trying to win the race on fuel strategy. But McDowell, who started on the pole and ran at or near the front all afternoon, chased him down and got around him going into Turn 1 with seven laps to go. A caution came out after a crash with four laps remaining, bunching up the field and setting up overtime. That was the first in a series of late crashes that caused NASCAR to extend the race with three attempts See NASCAR, Page B4.

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Reed Sorenson celebrates after winning the Nationwide Series auto race at Road America Saturday.

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Vicksburg takes Shootout title By Jeff Byrd jbyrd@vicksburgpost.com Accuracy proved to be the paramount quality in Saturday’s first River City Shootout 7-on-7 tournament. If your quarterback threw interceptions, you lost. If he didn’t, you advanced. Local football fans can take comfort that all three starting quarterbacks — Chase Ladd of Warren Central, Carlisle Koestler of St. Aloysius and Vicksburg High’s Cameron Cooksey — looked good. Cooksey, a rising senior, was the best as he led the Gators to the Shootout championship with a 34-14 win over Yazoo City in the title game at Memorial Stadium. Cooksey finished 15-of16 for 160 yards and four touchdowns in the final. The Gators won seven straight games after a shocking loss to St. Aloysius in an early morning pool play game. The Flashes had two picks in that game and that led directly to Vicksburg’s only loss. Gators passing coordinator Ben Shelton said the early loss had a positive effect. “I think it woke us up,” Shelton said. “I also think it played a part in why we won the tournament. To win these tournaments, you have to have a quarterback and we’ve got a good one in Cameron Cooksey.” Cooksey gave credit to the Flashes for serving as a motivating factor. “St. Al played really well against us,” Cooksey said. “I was off. I guess we didn’t like the thought of losing and we played a lot better after that. The key was to hit my spots. If you had to take a sack, take the sack. You get another down. You just had to be smart.” For Gators coach Alonzo Stevens, the first Shooutout was a big success. “It was just a nice thing to have our local schools like Warren Central and St. Aloysius here and get a chance to compete along with Yazoo City, Callaway and Franklin County,” Stevens said. “All the teams got a lot of work in against a bright sun. It was a hot day, but the guys sucked it up and did a great job.” Following the St. Al loss (12-6), Vicksburg ran off four straight wins in pool play. They beat Warren Central 20-10 to earn the top spot in the six-team double elimination draw in the afternoon. In the draw, the Gators beat Yazoo City and then Warren Central again, 15-12. An interception by A.J. Stamps proved crucial in the win that sealed the Gators’ spot in the finals. There, Cooksey carved up

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Vicksburg’s Shaquan James, left, tries to intercept a pass to St. Aloysius wide receiver John Austin Jones during Saturday’s River City Shootout 7-on-7 football tournament at Vicksburg High School.

Vicksburg’s Jonathan Tenner, left, tries to intercept a pass to St. Aloysius wide receiver Carlton Campbell.

St. Aloysius quarterback Carlisle Koestler throws a pass during the Shootout.

the Indians with short, accurate throws. He had a 15-yard TD toss to James Hume, an 18-yard TD toss to Darius Youngblood, followed by a 14-yarder to Dillard Reed as the Gators opened up a 25-6 lead. Yazoo City closed it to 25-14, but Cooksey capped his day with a 20-yard TD strike to Jonathan Tenner. Stamps got his third pick of the day for another two points to wrap up the tournament. The play of the Gator defense brought a smile to Shelton.

went 5-3 in the Shootout and placed third. New offensive coordinator Rob Morgan made a position change following spring practice, moving Ladd into the quarterback role and placing the 6-foot-5 Kourey Davis at wide receiver. “We felt that Kourey is one of our better athletes and we need him on the field,” Morgan said. “He’s still going to play some quarterback, but we like the progress Chase has made. He’s been getting better every day.” Ladd said the Shootout was

“We’ve improved a lot on that side,” Shelton said. “It was evident at Mississippi State, where we beat some teams we’re not suppose to beat.” The Gators will have a new defensive coordinator as Sean Archer takes over for Tim Hughes. Hughes left to take a position on Stacy Sizemore’s staff at American Heritage School in Delray Beach, Fla.

Warren Central The revamped Vikings

a time to get in sync with his receivers. “We did well because we played our type of football,” Ladd said. “Our receivers made a lot of plays. It’s great to have Kourey out there because he has great hands and great speed.” Rob’s brother, Josh, Warren Central’s head coach, saw the Shootout as a great opportunity as well. “The biggest thing was to compete,” Josh Morgan said. “We brought 29 kids here See Shootout, Page B4.

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Minor League Baseball Mejia’s clutch homer lifts M-Braves over Baybears Ernesto Mejia launched his team-leading 11th home run of the season in the bottom of the eighth, breaking a 3-3 tie and leading the M-Braves to a 4-3 victory over the Mobile BayBears at Trustmark Park. Mississippi (2-1, 27-46) scored four runs on nine hits and an error. Mobile (1-2, 39-34) plated three runs on seven hits and an error. Rowdy Hardy (2-4) worked a perfect eighth to record the victory, and Billy Bullock came on in the ninth to secure his team-leading sixth save of the year. Mike DeMark (0-2) surrendered the loss, giving up the game-winning home run to Mejia in his only frame of work.

Youth baseball Volts take 7-5 win, advance to semifinals The Vicksburg Volts overcame a 3-1 deficit with a four-run third inning to earn a 7-5 victory over the Tupelo Rangers in the Class AA United States Specialty Sports Assocation state tournament Saturday in Tupelo. Tupelo opened the first with a 2-0 lead, but Caleb Ford led off the bottom of the first with a solo homer to center field to cut the deficit to one run. Tyler Vroman held the Rangers close earned the win in three innings of work. Ford shut the Rangers down by striking out four of the final six batters he faced to earn the save. The Volts return to action today at 12:30 p.m. in the semifinals.

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BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS June 26 1990 — Jennifer Capriati, 14, defeats Helen Kelesi 6-3, 6-1 in the first round to become the youngest winner of a match in Wimbledon history. 1995 — The U.S. Supreme Court upholds a random drug-testing program in Vernonia, Ore. The 6-to-3 decision allows public high school officials to require student-athletes to submit to random urinalysis as a condition of being allowed to play interscholastic sports. 1998 — Jamaica becomes the first Caribbean nation to win a World Cup soccer match since Cuba beat Romania in 1938. Theodore Whitmore scores in the 40th and 54th minutes as the Jamaicans beat Japan 2-1. 2005 — Justin Gatlin cements his status as America’s fastest human by winning the 200 meters, becoming the first man in 20 years to sweep the sprints at the U.S. track and field championships. A day after winning the 100, Gatlin wins the 200 in 20.04 seconds. The last man to win both races at the U.S. meet was Kirk Baptiste in 1985.

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scoreboard COLLEGE BASEBALL College World Series

Double elimination (x-if necessary) At Omaha, Neb. June 18 Vanderbilt 7, North Carolina 3 Florida 8, Texas 4 June 19 Virginia 4, California 1 South Carolina 5, Texas A&M 4 June 20 North Carolina 3, Texas 0, Texas eliminated Game 6 - Vanderbilt vs. Florida, suspended June 21 Florida 3, Vanderbilt 1, comp. of susp. game California 7, Texas A&M 3, A&M eliminated South Carolina 7, Virginia 1 June 22 Vanderbilt 5, North Carolina 1, North Carolina eliminated June 23 Virginia 8, California 1, California eliminated Friday Florida 6, Vanderbilt 4, Vanderbilt eliminated South Carolina 3, Virginia 2, Virginia eliminated Championship series (Best-of-three) Monday Game 1 - South Carolina vs. Florida, 7 p.m. Tuesday Game 2 - South Carolina vs. Florida, 7 p.m. Wednesday x-Game 3 - South Carolina vs. Florida, 7 p.m.

MLB American League East Division

W New York.......................44 Boston...........................44 Tampa Bay....................43 Toronto..........................38 Baltimore.......................34

L 31 32 34 39 40

Pct .587 .579 .558 .494 .459

GB — 1/2 2 7 9 1/2

Pct .533 .532 .487 .427 .416

GB — — 3 1/2 8 9

Central Division ......................................W Cleveland.......................40 Detroit............................41 Chicago.........................38 Minnesota......................32 Kansas City...................32

L 35 36 40 43 45

West Division

W Texas.............................41 Los Angeles..................39 Seattle...........................38 Oakland.........................35

L 37 39 38 43

Pct .526 .500 .500 .449

GB — 2 2 6

Saturday’s Games N.Y. Yankees 8, Colorado 3 San Francisco 1, Cleveland 0 L.A. Angels 6, L.A. Dodgers 1 N.Y. Mets 14, Texas 5 Chicago White Sox 3, Washington 0 Detroit 6, Arizona 0 Pittsburgh 6, Boston 4 Cincinnati 10, Baltimore 5 Oakland 4, Philadelphia 1 Tampa Bay 7, Houston 2 Kansas City 3, Chicago Cubs 2 Milwaukee 11, Minnesota 1 Toronto 6, St. Louis 3 Seattle at Florida, (n) Today’s Games Arizona (J.Saunders 4-7) at Detroit (Penny 5-6), 12:05 p.m. Boston (A.Miller 0-0) at Pittsburgh (Ja.McDonald 5-4), 12:35 p.m. Cincinnati (H.Bailey 3-1) at Baltimore (Guthrie 2-9), 12:35 p.m. Oakland (Outman 3-1) at Philadelphia (Halladay 9-3), 12:35 p.m. Colorado (Nicasio 2-1) at N.Y. Yankees (Nova 7-4), 1:05 p.m. Tampa Bay (Niemann 2-4) at Houston (Happ 3-9), 1:05 p.m. Chicago Cubs (R.Wells 1-1) at Kansas City (Hochevar 4-8), 1:10 p.m. Minnesota (Pavano 5-5) at Milwaukee (Narveson 4-5), 1:10 p.m. Washington (L.Hernandez 4-8) at Chicago White Sox (Humber 7-3), 1:10 p.m. Toronto (R.Romero 6-7) at St. Louis (McClellan 6-3), 1:15 p.m. N.Y. Mets (Gee 7-1) at Texas (D.Holland 6-2), 2:05 p.m. L.A. Angels (Weaver 9-4) at L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 7-3), 3:10 p.m. Cleveland (Carmona 4-9) at San Francisco (Bumgarner 3-9), 7:05 p.m. Seattle (Fister 3-8) at Florida (Ani.Sanchez 6-1), 9:10 p.m. Monday’s Games Toronto at Detroit, 6:05 p.m. Cincinnati at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m. Cleveland at Arizona, 8:40 p.m. Kansas City at San Diego, 9:05 p.m. Washington at L.A. Angels, 9:05 p.m. Atlanta at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

National League East Division

W Philadelphia...................48 Atlanta...........................43 Washington....................39 New York.......................38 Florida............................33

L 30 34 38 39 43

Central Division

W Milwaukee......................43 St. Louis........................41 Pittsburgh......................39 Cincinnati.......................40 Chicago.........................31 Houston.........................28

L 35 37 37 38 45 50

West Division

W San Francisco...............43 Arizona..........................43 Colorado........................38 Los Angeles..................34 San Diego.....................33

L 34 35 38 44 44

Pct .615 .558 .506 .494 .434

GB — 4 1/2 8 1/2 9 1/2 14

Pct .551 .526 .513 .513 .408 .359

GB — 2 3 3 11 15

Pct .558 .551 .500 .436 .429

GB — 1/2 4 1/2 9 1/2 10

Saturday’s Games Atlanta at San Diego, (n) Today’s Games Atlanta (T.Hudson 6-6) at San Diego (Luebke 1-2), 3:05 p.m. Monday’s Games Colorado at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m. Cincinnati at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m. Cleveland at Arizona, 8:40 p.m. Kansas City at San Diego, 9:05 p.m. Washington at L.A. Angels, 9:05 p.m. Atlanta at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

BLUE JAYS 6, CARDINALS 3

Toronto St. Louis ab r h bi ab r h bi YEscor ss 4 1 0 0 Theriot ss 5 1 2 0 A.Hill 2b 3 0 2 0 Jay lf 3 1 2 0 Bautist rf 3 1 1 0 Hollidy lf 4 0 0 0 Lind 1b 3 0 0 1 Kozma 2b 0 0 0 0 Arencii c 4 1 0 0 Brkmn 1b 4 0 0 0 JRiver lf 4 1 1 3 Rasms cf 3 1 1 0 Frncsc p 0 0 0 0 YMolin c 4 0 1 1 Encrnc 3b 4 1 2 1 Descals 3b 4 0 2 0 RDavis cf 4 0 0 0 JGarci p 2 0 0 0 CVillnv p 2 1 0 0 MHmlt ph 1 0 0 0 Rauch p 0 0 0 0 Frnkln p 0 0 0 0 Rzpczy p 0 0 0 0 ABrwn ph 1 0 0 0 CPttrsn lf 1 0 0 0 Schmkr rf 4 0 1 0 Totals 32 6 6 5 Totals 35 3 9 1 Toronto.....................................005 000 001 — 6 St. Louis...................................100 100 001 — 3 E—F.Francisco (1), Descalso (4). DP—Toronto 2, St. Louis 1. LOB—Toronto 4, St. Louis 7.

2B—Encarnacion (17), Rasmus (14). HR—J. Rivera (6), Encarnacion (3). SF—Lind. IP H R ER BB SO Toronto C.Villanueva W,5-1 6 5 2 2 1 3 Rauch H,2 1 1-3 2 0 0 0 1 Rzepczynski H,9 2-3 0 0 0 0 0 F.Francisco 1 2 1 0 0 2 St. Louis J.Garcia L,6-3 7 5 5 1 4 4 Franklin 2 1 1 1 0 1 HBP—by Rauch (Jay). Umpires—Home, Marvin Hudson; First, D.J. Reyburn; Second, Ted Barrett; Third, Tim McClelland. T—2:34. A—40,289 (43,975).

ROYALS 3, CUBS 2

Chicago Kansas City ab r h bi ab r h bi RJhnsn cf 4 0 2 0 Dyson cf 3 1 1 0 SCastro ss 3 0 1 0 MeCarr cf 1 0 0 0 JeBakr dh 3 0 1 0 Hosmer 1b 3 0 1 1 Fukdm ph-dh 1 0 0 0 Butler dh 4 0 1 1 ArRmr 3b 4 1 2 1 AGordn lf 3 0 1 0 Soto c 4 1 1 1 Maier rf 3 0 1 0 ASorin lf 4 0 1 0 Francr rf 0 1 0 0 C.Pena 1b 4 0 0 0 Mostks 3b 3 0 1 0 Montnz rf 2 0 0 0 Treanr c 3 0 0 0 DeWitt ph 1 0 0 0 Betemt ph 1 0 0 0 LeMahi 2b 3 0 1 0 B.Pena c 0 0 0 0 Getz 2b 4 0 1 1 AEscor ss 3 1 2 0 Totals 33 2 9 2 Totals 31 3 9 3 Chicago....................................000 002 000 — 2 Kansas City..............................000 020 01x — 3 DP—Chicago 2, Kansas City 2. LOB—Chicago 6, Kansas City 10. 3B—A.Escobar (2). HR—Ar. Ramirez (6), Soto (6). SB—Re.Johnson (1), Francoeur (11). IP H R ER BB SO Chicago Zambrano 7 8 2 2 3 2 Grabow 1-3 0 0 0 0 0 Samardzija L,5-4 1-3 1 1 1 2 1 J.Russell 1-3 0 0 0 0 1 Kansas City Duffy 7 9 2 2 1 2 G.Holland W,2-1 1 0 0 0 0 0 Soria S,12-17 1 0 0 0 0 3 HBP—by Samardzija (A.Escobar), by Duffy (Montanez). PB—Soto. Umpires—Home, Eric Cooper; First, Mark Ripperger; Second, Tim Timmons; Third, Jeff Kellogg. T—2:44. A—38,744 (37,903).

MAJOR LEAGUE LEADERS AMERICAN LEAGUE

BATTING—AdGonzalez, Boston, .358; VMartinez, Detroit, .335; Bautista, Toronto, .328; MiCabrera, Detroit, .327; Konerko, Chicago, .325; MiYoung, Texas, .321; Ortiz, Boston, .311. RUNS—Granderson, New York, 68; Bautista, Toronto, 60; MiCabrera, Detroit, 56; AdGonzalez, Boston, 56; Ellsbury, Boston, 55; Boesch, Detroit, 51; Kinsler, Texas, 51. RBI—AdGonzalez, Boston, 71; Konerko, Chicago, 59; Teixeira, New York, 57; Beltre, Texas, 56; Granderson, New York, 55; Youkilis, Boston, 54; MiCabrera, Detroit, 50; AlRodriguez, New York, 50; MiYoung, Texas, 50. HITS—AdGonzalez, Boston, 112; MiYoung, Texas, 98; Ellsbury, Boston, 93; Konerko, Chicago, 91; ACabrera, Cleveland, 89; MeCabrera, Kansas City, 88; AGordon, Kansas City, 88. DOUBLES—AdGonzalez, Boston, 25; Zobrist, Tampa Bay, 24; Ellsbury, Boston, 22; AGordon, Kansas City, 22; MiYoung, Texas, 22; Quentin, Chicago, 21; Youkilis, Boston, 21. TRIPLES—Bourjos, Los Angeles, 6; Granderson, New York, 6; AJackson, Detroit, 6; Aybar, Los Angeles, 5; Crisp, Oakland, 5; RDavis, Toronto, 5; CCrawford, Boston, 4; Gardner, New York, 4; AGordon, Kansas City, 4; Zobrist, Tampa Bay, 4. HOME RUNS—Bautista, Toronto, 23; Teixeira, New York, 22; Granderson, New York, 21; Konerko, Chicago, 21; NCruz, Texas, 18; Ortiz, Boston, 17; Quentin, Chicago, 17. STOLEN BASES—Ellsbury, Boston, 24; Crisp, Oakland, 23; Andrus, Texas, 22; BUpton, Tampa Bay, 20; ISuzuki, Seattle, 19; RDavis, Toronto, 18; Fuld, Tampa Bay, 16. PITCHING—Verlander, Detroit, 10-3; Sabathia, New York, 10-4; Scherzer, Detroit, 9-3; Lester, Boston, 9-4; Weaver, Los Angeles, 9-4; Tomlin, Cleveland, 9-4; Arrieta, Baltimore, 9-4. STRIKEOUTS—Verlander, Detroit, 124; FHernandez, Seattle, 118; Shields, Tampa Bay, 117; Price, Tampa Bay, 104; Weaver, Los Angeles, 102; Lester, Boston, 100; CWilson, Texas, 97. SAVES—League, Seattle, 20; MaRivera, New York, 19; CPerez, Cleveland, 18; Walden, Los Angeles, 17; Valverde, Detroit, 17; Farnsworth, Tampa Bay, 16; SSantos, Chicago, 15.

NATIONAL LEAGUE

BATTING—JosReyes, New York, .334; Kemp, Los Angeles, .329; SCastro, Chicago, .327; Votto, Cincinnati, .320; Pence, Houston, .316; SSmith, Colorado, .315; Ethier, Los Angeles, .314. RUNS—JosReyes, New York, 58; RWeeks, Milwaukee, 56; Braun, Milwaukee, 55; Stubbs, Cincinnati, 54; Votto, Cincinnati, 53; Pujols, St. Louis, 52; Kemp, Los Angeles, 50; CYoung, Arizona, 50. RBI—Fielder, Milwaukee, 67; Howard, Philadelphia, 62; Kemp, Los Angeles, 60; Braun, Milwaukee, 57; Berkman, St. Louis, 54; Pence, Houston, 52; Tulowitzki, Colorado, 50; Walker, Pittsburgh, 50. HITS—JosReyes, New York, 109; SCastro, Chicago, 103; Pence, Houston, 94; RWeeks, Milwaukee, 92; Kemp, Los Angeles, 91; Votto, Cincinnati, 91; JUpton, Arizona, 89. DOUBLES—Beltran, New York, 21; SCastro, Chicago, 21; Headley, San Diego, 21; Pence, Houston, 21; JUpton, Arizona, 21; 7 tied at 20. TRIPLES—JosReyes, New York, 13; Victorino, Philadelphia, 8; Rasmus, St. Louis, 6; Bourn, Houston, 5; SCastro, Chicago, 5; Fowler, Colorado, 5; 5 tied at 4. HOME RUNS—Fielder, Milwaukee, 21; Kemp, Los Angeles, 21; Berkman, St. Louis, 18; Bruce, Cincinnati, 17; Pujols, St. Louis, 17; Howard, Philadelphia, 16; Stanton, Florida, 16. STOLEN BASES—Bourn, Houston, 32; JosReyes, New York, 27; Stubbs, Cincinnati, 22; Kemp, Los Angeles, 21; Desmond, Washington, 20; Bourgeois, Houston, 17; Braun, Milwaukee, 16. PITCHING—Halladay, Philadelphia, 9-3; Jurrjens, Atlanta, 9-3; Hamels, Philadelphia, 9-4; Gallardo, Milwaukee, 9-4; DHudson, Arizona, 9-5; Correia, Pittsburgh, 9-6; IKennedy, Arizona, 8-2; Chacin, Colorado, 8-4; Hanson, Atlanta, 8-4; ClLee, Philadelphia, 8-5. STRIKEOUTS—Halladay, Philadelphia, 119; Kershaw, Los Angeles, 117; ClLee, Philadelphia, 114; Lincecum, San Francisco, 113; Hamels, Philadelphia, 108; AniSanchez, Florida, 101; Norris, Houston, 100. SAVES—Street, Colorado, 23; BrWilson, San Francisco, 23; Hanrahan, Pittsburgh, 22; Putz, Arizona, 21; Kimbrel, Atlanta, 20; LNunez, Florida, 20; Axford, Milwaukee, 20; FrRodriguez, New York, 20.

MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Southern League North Division

W Carolina (Reds).............2 Chattanooga (Dodgers).2 Jackson (Mariners)........2 x-Tennessee (Cubs)......1 Huntsville (Brewers)......1

L 1 1 1 1 2

Pct. .667 .667 .667 .500 .333

GB — — — 1/2 1

L 1 1

Pct. .667 1

GB — .500

2 2 2

.333 .333 .333

1 1 1

South Division

W Mississippi (Braves)...2 x-Birmingham (White Sox) 1/2 Jacksonville (Marlins)....1 Mobile (Diamondbacks).1 Montgomery (Rays).......1 x-clinched first half

——— Saturday’s Games Carolina 6, Huntsville 4, 10 innings Mississippi 4, Mobile 3 Chattanooga 5, Jacksonville 2 Tennessee at Birmingham, (n) Jackson 7, Montgomery 0 Today’s Games Huntsville at Carolina, 1 p.m. Jacksonville at Chattanooga, 1:15 p.m. Tennessee at Birmingham, 2 p.m. Mobile at Mississippi, 5:05 p.m. Jackson at Montgomery, 6:05 p.m. Monday’s Games Tennessee at Birmingham, 11 a.m. Huntsville at Carolina, 6:15 p.m. Jacksonville at Chattanooga, 6:15 p.m. Jackson at Montgomery, 7:05 p.m. Mobile at Mississippi, 7:05 p.m.

AUTO RACING Nationwide-Bucyrus 200 Results Saturday

At Road America Elkhart Lake, Wis. Lap length: 4.048 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (12) Reed Sorenson, Chevrolet, 57 laps, 106.3 rating, 47 points. 2. (5) Ron Fellows, Chevrolet, 57, 128.2, 43. 3. (3) Jacques Villeneuve, Dodge, 57, 121.2, 42. 4. (7) Elliott Sadler, Chevrolet, 57, 107.8, 40. 5. (25) Mike Wallace, Chevrolet, 57, 91.5, 40. 6. (21) Andrew Ranger, Dodge, 57, 88.2, 38. 7. (22) Michael Annett, Toyota, 57, 80.5, 37. 8. (8) Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Ford, 57, 85.8, 36. 9. (15) Ricky Carmichael, Chevrolet, 57, 91.5, 0. 10. (17) J.R. Fitzpatrick, Ford, 57, 86.3, 34. 11. (23) Timmy Hill, Ford, 57, 67.2, 33. 12. (1) Michael McDowell, Toyota, 57, 133.4, 0. 13. (18) Josh Wise, Ford, 57, 70.9, 31. 14. (24) Blake Koch, Dodge, 57, 67.1, 30. 15. (26) Mike Bliss, Chevrolet, 57, 74.8, 29. 16. (13) Brian Scott, Toyota, 57, 86.4, 29. 17. (32) Derrike Cope, Chevrolet, 57, 52.3, 27. 18. (39) Dennis Setzer, Dodge, 57, 47.2, 26. 19. (14) Justin Allgaier, Chevrolet, out of fuel, 56, 98.6, 26. 20. (9) Jason Leffler, Chevrolet, out of fuel, 56, 94.1, 24. 21. (19) Alex Kennedy, Dodge, 56, 65.3, 23. 22. (20) Aric Almirola, Chevrolet, 56, 77, 22. 23. (2) Max Papis, Chevrolet, 55, 99.9, 0. 24. (28) Kevin Conway, Toyota, 54, 47.5, 20. 25. (41) Tim Schendel, Chevrolet, 54, 43.1, 19. 26. (6) Steve Wallace, Toyota, accident, 52, 69.4, 19. 27. (29) Eric McClure, Chevrolet, accident, 52, 53.7, 17. 28. (16) Kenny Wallace, Toyota, 49, 77.3, 16. 29. (42) Jennifer Jo Cobb, Ford, 49, 37.9, 15. 30. (30) Doug Harrington, Ford, accident, 45, 43.9, 14. 31. (11) Trevor Bayne, Ford, overheating, 36, 60.2, 13. 32. (27) Jeremy Clements, Chevrolet, engine, 26, 52.2, 12. 33. (4) Billy Johnson, Ford, engine, 25, 80.3, 11. 34. (10) Jason Bowles, Toyota, accident, 16, 65.4, 10. 35. (35) Morgan Shepherd, Chevrolet, handling, 11, 35.5, 9. 36. (33) Carl Long, Ford, carburetor, 6, 38, 8. 37. (40) Charles Lewandoski, Chevrolet, ignition, 4, 37.1, 7. 38. (31) Jeff Green, Chevrolet, vibration, 3, 39, 6. 39. (36) Scott Wimmer, Dodge, brakes, 3, 37.2, 0. 40. (34) Chase Miller, Chevrolet, brakes, 2, 33.7, 4. 41. (38) Tim Andrews, Chevrolet, brakes, 2, 32.1, 3. 42. (37) Brett Rowe, Chevrolet, brakes, 2, 30.4, 2. ——— Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 78.929 mph. Time of Race: 2 hours, 55 minutes, 24 seconds. Margin of Victory: Under Caution. Caution Flags: 7 for 14 laps. Lead Changes: 12 among 8 drivers. Lap Leaders: M.McDowell 1-6; S.Wallace 7-10; J.Villeneuve 11-14; M.McDowell 15-16; R.Fellows 17-21; M.McDowell 22-34; R.Fellows 35; J.Villeneuve 36; M.Wallace 37-38; B.Scott 39-43; M.McDowell 44-52; J.Allgaier 53-56; R.Sorenson 57. Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Led, Laps Led): M.McDowell, 4 times for 30 laps; R.Fellows, 2 times for 6 laps; J.Villeneuve, 2 times for 5 laps; B.Scott, 1 time for 5 laps; J.Allgaier, 1 time for 4 laps; S.Wallace, 1 time for 4 laps; M.Wallace, 1 time for 2 laps; R.Sorenson, 1 time for 1 lap. Top 10 in Points: 1. R.Sorenson, 568; 2. E.Sadler, 563; 3. R.Stenhouse Jr., 561; 4. J.Allgaier, 534; 5. J.Leffler, 495; 6. A.Almirola, 493; 7. K.Wallace, 457; 8. S.Wallace, 434; 9. B.Scott, 422; 10. M.Annett, 408.

Sprint Cup-Toyota/Save Mart 350 Lineup After Friday qualifying; race today At Infineon Raceway Sonoma, Calif. Lap length: 1.99 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (20) Joey Logano, Toyota, 93.256 mph. 2. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chevrolet, 93.223. 3. (27) Paul Menard, Chevrolet, 93.176. 4. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 93.081. 5. (39) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 93.062. 6. (4) Kasey Kahne, Toyota, 92.936. 7. (43) A J Allmendinger, Ford, 92.935. 8. (9) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 92.918. 9. (33) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 92.83. 10. (83) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 92.72. 11. (22) Kurt Busch, Dodge, 92.616. 12. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 92.561. 13. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chevrolet, 92.553. 14. (56) Martin Truex Jr., Toyota, 92.545. 15. (2) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 92.447. 16. (5) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 92.439. 17. (42) Juan Pablo Montoya, Chevrolet, 92.411. 18. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 92.372. 19. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 92.348. 20. (14) Tony Stewart, Chevrolet, 92.184. 21. (47) Bobby Labonte, Toyota, 92.157. 22. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 92.096. 23. (99) Carl Edwards, Ford, 92.076. 24. (78) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 92.022. 25. (31) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 91.986. 26. (29) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 91.818. 27. (13) Casey Mears, Toyota, 91.764. 28. (7) Robby Gordon, Dodge, 91.751. 29. (34) David Gilliland, Ford, 91.689. 30. (51) Boris Said, Chevrolet, 91.603. 31. (87) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, 91.406. 32. (00) David Reutimann, Toyota, 91.388. 33. (17) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 91.315. 34. (6) David Ragan, Ford, 91.255. 35. (77) P.J. Jones, Dodge, 91.223. 36. (36) Dave Blaney, Chevrolet, 91.214. 37. (60) Mike Skinner, Toyota, 90.781. 38. (66) David Mayhew, Toyota, 90.561. 39. (32) Terry Labonte, Ford, 90.504. 40. (81) Brian Simo, Ford, 90.346. 41. (71) Andy Lally, Ford, 90.303. 42. (37) Chris Cook, Ford, 90.285. 43. (46) Andy Pilgrim, Chevrolet, 89.885. Failed to Qualify 44. (38) Tony Ave, Ford, 79.851.

IRL-Iowa Corn Indy 250 Results Saturday

At Iowa Speedway Newton, Iowa Lap length: .875 miles (Starting position in parentheses) 1. (17) Marco Andretti, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 2. (3) Tony Kanaan, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 3. (23) Scott Dixon, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 4. (4) J.R. Hildebrand, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 5. (6) Dario Franchitti, Dallara-Honda, 250, Run-

ning. 6. (10) Ryan Briscoe, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 7. (13) Helio Castroneves, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 8. (8) Ryan Hunter-Reay, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 9. (7) James Hinchcliffe, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 10. (2) Danica Patrick, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 11. (14) Ed Carpenter, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 12. (12) Justin Wilson, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 13. (22) Alex Lloyd, Dallara-Honda, 250, Running. 14. (11) Oriol Servia, Dallara-Honda, 249, Running. 15. (20) Graham Rahal, Dallara-Honda, 249, Running. 16. (15) Alex Tagliani, Dallara-Honda, 249, Running. 17. (19) E.J. Viso, Dallara-Honda, 239, Handling. 18. (16) Vitor Meira, Dallara-Honda, 227, Handling. 19. (1) Takuma Sato, Dallara-Honda, 182, Contact. 20. (25) Sebastian Saavedra, Dallara-Honda, 114, Contact. 21. (5) Will Power, Dallara-Honda, 89, Contact. 22. (21) Charlie Kimball, Dallara-Honda, 62, Mechanical. 23. (18) Ana Beatriz, Dallara-Honda, 44, Contact. 24. (9) Mike Conway, Dallara-Honda, 44, Contact. 25. (24) James Jakes, Dallara-Honda, 22, Contact. 26. (26) Simona de Silvestro, Dallara-Honda, 0, Did Not Start. ——— Race Statistics Winner’s average speed: 118.671. Time of Race: 1:53:00.1074. Margin of Victory: 0.7932 seconds. Cautions: 5 for 72 laps. Lead Changes: 9 among 5 drivers. Lap Leaders: Sato 1-7, Franchitti 8-156, Andretti 157-160, Franchitti 161-183, Hildebrand 184-187, Andretti 188-202, Kanaan 203-207, Andretti 208211, Kanaan 212-231, Andretti 232-250. Points: Franchitti 303, Power 283, Dixon 230, Servia 214, Kanaan 211, Briscoe 193, Rahal 191, M.Andretti 184, Hildebrand 169, Tagliani 161.

GOLF Travelers Championship Scores Saturday

At TPC River Highlands Cromwell, Conn. Purse: $6 million Yardage: 6,841; Par: 70

Third Round a-amateur Fredrik Jacobson.................... 65-66-63 Bryce Molder.......................... 65-66-64 James Driscoll........................ 69-64-64 Ryan Moore............................ 64-70-64 John Rollins............................ 65-68-65 Blake Adams.......................... 66-66-66 Andres Romero...................... 64-67-67 Webb Simpson....................... 66-65-67 Nick Watney........................... 65-65-68 John Merrick........................... 67-66-66 Kevin Streelman..................... 66-70-63 Brendan Steele...................... 68-64-67 D.J. Trahan............................ 69-62-68 a-Patrick Cantlay.................... 67-60-72 Johnson Wagner.................... 65-63-71 J.J. Henry............................... 68-67-65 Hunter Mahan........................ 71-63-66 Aaron Baddeley...................... 67-67-66 Tommy Gainey....................... 66-69-65 Colt Knost............................... 67-68-65 Brandt Snedeker.................... 70-63-67 David Mathis.......................... 67-65-68 Michael Thompson................. 67-65-68 Brian Davis............................. 65-67-68 Bo Van Pelt............................ 66-65-69 Alexandre Rocha.................... 65-66-69 Vaughn Taylor........................ 65-66-69 Spencer Levin........................ 67-68-66 Martin Laird............................ 68-67-66 Brandt Jobe............................ 65-69-67 Paul Stankowski..................... 67-68-66 Sean O’Hair............................ 66-67-68 Ricky Barnes.......................... 68-65-68 Tom Gillis............................... 66-69-66 Heath Slocum......................... 70-63-68 Carl Pettersson...................... 68-68-65 Jerry Kelly.............................. 69-66-67 Chris Couch........................... 65-69-68 Chris Stroud........................... 66-69-67 Charley Hoffman.................... 67-67-68 Tag Ridings............................ 65-68-69 Chris DiMarco........................ 66-66-70 Ian Poulter.............................. 68-68-66 Fran Quinn............................. 71-63-69 Joe Durant.............................. 67-68-68 D.J. Brigman.......................... 68-67-68 Zach Johnson......................... 65-68-70 Aron Price.............................. 69-66-68 Morgan Hoffmann.................. 68-67-68 David Hearn........................... 66-67-70 Tim Petrovic........................... 66-69-68 David Toms............................ 69-66-69 Bubba Watson........................ 66-69-69 Michael Putnam..................... 65-70-69 Bud Cauley............................. 68-67-69 Vijay Singh............................. 67-68-69 Joseph Bramlett..................... 68-67-69 Jhonattan Vegas.................... 69-67-68 Keegan Bradley...................... 71-65-68 Briny Baird.............................. 70-66-68 Scott Verplank........................ 67-69-69 Ben Crane.............................. 66-70-69 Shane Bertsch........................ 67-63-75 J.B. Holmes............................ 68-67-71 Michael Bradley...................... 65-69-72 Carl Paulson........................... 69-66-71 Dean Wilson........................... 68-68-70 Steve Flesch.......................... 68-68-70 Nate Smith............................. 71-65-70 John Daly............................... 69-67-71 Padraig Harrington................. 69-67-71 Lee Janzen............................. 66-67-75 Daniel Summerhays............... 69-67-75

LOTTERY Sunday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 2-0-2 La. Pick 4: 9-8-4-4 Monday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 1-0-5 La. Pick 4: 9-5-4-7 Tuesday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 8-2-6 La. Pick 4: 9-2-8-7 Wednesday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 9-0-7 La. Pick 4: 9-0-2-3 Easy 5: 4-9-16-24-29 La. Lotto: 1-14-17-19-25-37 Powerball: 12-15-19-46-59 Powerball: 12; Power play: 4 Thursday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 6-8-0 La. Pick 4: 5-2-6-8 Friday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 8-9-3 La. Pick 4: 0-0-0-9 Saturday’s drawing La. Pick 3: 0-6-8 La. Pick 4: 1-5-3-9 Easy 5: 12-23-24-29-31 La. Lotto: 5-9-10-28-36-38 Powerball: 18-36-39-41-57 Powerball: 12; Power play: 4

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Peavy comes up big for Sox in relief By The Associated Press Jake Peavy gave the Chicago White Sox a boost in his first career relief appearance. Peavy struck out seven in four dominant innings, combining with three other pitchers for a two-hitter and the White Sox beat the Washington Nationals 3-0 Saturday. “I had good stuff, no doubt about it,” Peavy said. “But I’ve had that stuff in a couple of my starts. I just felt good today. When you feel good you’re going to go out there and (perform well).” Washington, which lost for just the second time in 14 games, was on the verge of hiring Davey Johnson as its new manager. General manager Mike Rizzo confirmed after that game that Johnson has agreed to terms but there are still contract details to be worked out before an announcement can be made. Peavy (4-1), who gave one hit, combined with starter John Danks, Brian Bruney and closer Sergio Santos to snap Washington’s five-game winning streak. White Sox pitchers also combined for 13 strikeouts.

Giants 1, Indians 0 Even for a team that regularly wins close games, the San Francisco Giants couldn’t remember an inning like they had Saturday. Two errors. A slip on the bases. And a balk that happened so fast some didn’t even see it.Tony Sipp balked home the only run with the bases loaded in the seventh inning, giving the Giants a win over the error-prone Cleve-

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Chicago White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy throws during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals Saturday. Peavy was making his first relief appearance in his career. land Indians for their fourth straight victory.

Tigers 6, D-backs 0 Justin Verlander struck out a career-high 14 in his latest masterful performance, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks. Verlander (10-3) allowed four hits over eight innings, and Alex Avila’s three-run homer in the fourth broke the game open. The Tigers pulled into a virtual tie with Cleveland atop the AL Central. The Diamondbacks fell a half-game behind first-place San Francisco in the NL West. Verlander walked only one batter. In the eighth inning, he reached 100 miles per hour on the stadium scoreboard — on his 116th pitch.

Mets 14, Rangers 5 Maybe this was the confidence boost that rookie Lucas Duda and the New York Mets offense needed. Duda, the Mets’ minor league player of the year for 2010, matched a franchise record with three doubles while going 4-for-5 with four RBIs and New York had season highs for runs and hits in a victory over the Texas Rangers.

rookie Mark Trumbo homered and Vernon Wells added a three-run shot as the Los Angeles Angels defeated the rival Dodgers for their second straight win in the Freeway Series.

Athletics 4, Phillies 1 Trevor Cahill tossed threehit ball into the eighth inning, Adam Rosales homered and the Oakland Athletics beat the Philadelphia Phillies.

Angels 6, Dodgers 1

Yankees 8, Rockies 3

Tyler Chatwood couldn’t miss through the first three innings. Even after the rookie pitcher gave up a bases-loaded walk, he remained unruffled. Chatwood tossed seven innings of one-hit ball, fellow

CC Sabathia tossed eight stingy innings to win for the seventh time in his last eight starts, Alex Rodriguez drove in three runs and the New York Yankees finally beat the Colorado Rockies.

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Frederik Jacobson eyes his tee shot on the eighth hole during the third round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament Saturday. Jacobson finished the round 7-under par and leads the tournament at 16-under par.

Cantlay falls behind Jacobson at Travelers CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — Nineteen-year-old amateur Patrick Cantlay had trouble building on his record-setting round in the Travelers Championship. A day after shooting a course-record 60, the lowest score ever by an amateur on the PGA Tour, the UCLA star had a 72 on Saturday, and found himself five strokes behind leader Fredrik Jacobson. The Swede had a 7-under 63 on Saturday, his third consecutive bogey-free round. “I’ve been OK at keeping my composure my whole life, so I’m just drawing on past experiences and having a good time out there,” Cantlay said. “I struggled today. I got off to kind of a slow start and really never got any momentum going.” Jacobson closed with a 30-foot birdie putt on No. 18 to cap his third straight bogeyfree round. The Swede opened with rounds of 65 and 66 and the 63 left him at 16 under at TPC River Highlands. Bryce Moulder, who also opened with rounds of 65 and 66, shot a 64, and sits a stroke behind Jacobson. Cantlay bogeyed the final two holes. An amateur hasn’t

won a PGA Tour event since Phil Mickelson in the 1991 Northern Telecom Open in Arizona. The 36-year-old Jacobson has three European Tour victories, but is winless on the PGA Tour. Molder also is looking for his first PGA Tour win. At 194, Jacobson was a stroke off the tournament record for 54 holes. “It obviously takes some good par putts every now and then to keep a round like that going,” he said. “It’s nothing in particular I’ve been focusing on, but it just turned out that way.” After two days of rain and drizzle, Saturday was mostly sunny. But Jacobson said the greens were still soft. That helped on 18, when he thought he had put too much pace on his birdie attempt. “I was kind of hoping it was going to hit the hole and kind of lipped a little bit past it if anything,” he said. “But I was certainly happy when it hit the hole.” Molder has made the cut in six of 17 tournaments this year, but a tie for sixth at Pebble Beach is his best finish so far this year.

SOCCER

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South Carolina players celebrate their 3-2 win over Virginia in 13 innings Friday. The Gamecocks play Florida for the College World Series championship in a best-of-three series starting Monday at 7 p.m.

One conference, one crown Defending champions South Carolina and Florida start title series Monday

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — No one argues that the Southeastern Conference is the class of college baseball this year. Now it’s time to find out who truly is best in the league, and nation, when defending champion South Carolina and Florida meet in the College World Series finals starting Monday. The Gamecocks (53-14) and Gators (53-17) shared the SEC Eastern Division title with a Vanderbilt team that also made it to the CWS’ final four. Florida won the conference tournament, beating Vanderbilt, and South Carolina owns a record 14 consecutive NCAA tournament victories. South Carolina won two of three games against Florida in the regular season, but that was all the way back in March. Their finals matchup marks the first time since 1998 that two teams from the same conference will square off for the

CWS on TV Championship Series Florida vs. South Carolina TV: ESPN Monday, 7 p.m. Tuesday, 7 p.m. *Wednesday, 7 p.m. *If necessary championship. “We know it’s not easy. We know there’s a long way to go in this thing,” Gators coach Kevin O’Sullivan said. “But you have to get there. So we’re excited for playing for the national championship but we’re going to be business as usual for the next couple days.” O’Sullivan hasn’t announced a starting pitcher for Game 1. Sophomore Hudson Randall (11-3) and freshman Karsten Whitson (8-0) are available. Randall earned the win in the Gators’ CWS opener against Texas on June 18, and Whit-

son (8-0) started against Vanderbilt on June 20. Gamecocks coach Ray Tanner said he was leaning toward starting freshman Forrest Koumas (6-1), who last pitched June 5 in regionals. South Carolina’s biggest pitching concern is the availability of closer Matt Price, who threw 90 pitches and got out of three bases-loaded situations in a season-long 52⁄3 innings in Friday’s 3-2, 13-inning win over Virginia. “What are the chances of rain on Monday,” Tanner said, laughing. “We’re certainly going to be able to use two days (off), but a third might not be bad.” The forecast calls for a 40 percent chance of scattered storms on Monday. The first CWS at TD Ameritrade Park already has had its share of weather problems, with a strong thunderstorm causing the suspension of a game last Monday and showers causing a 68-minute rain delay the

next day. “We have to try to get Matt turned around as best we can in the next few days and go from there,” Tanner said. “At this point you just try to figure it out as you go and do the best you can with it.” South Carolina’s path to the finals has been much smoother this year. A year ago the Gamecocks lost their first game here before becoming the first team in CWS history to roll off six straight wins. They swept UCLA in the finals. The Gamecocks won three straight to advance to this year’s finals, though it took until their final at-bat to win two of the games. “I coached for a long time and was unable to get to Omaha as a head coach,” Tanner said. “And then we were here a few times. It’s something you never take for granted. We played in the finals last year and we got back there again. I’m grateful.”

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Pablo Barrera scored two goals and Mexico rallied to beat the United States 4-2 in the CONCACAF Gold Cup final on Saturday night at the Rose Bowl. Andres Guardado and Giovani Dos Santos also scored for Mexico, which has won two consecutive Gold Cup titles and six overall. The victory puts El Tri in the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, a preview of the 2014 World Cup.

Mexico’s Javier Hernandez, who led this year’s Gold Cup with seven goals, was the tournament’s most valuable player. Hernandez scored 20 goals for Manchester United during England’s recently completed Premier League season. Michael Bradley and Landon Donovan scored to help the United States build a 2-0 lead. Donovan became the Gold Cup’s all-time leading scorer with 13 goals.

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

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Kyle Busch (18) and Jimmie Johnson (48) race during practice for today’s Toyota Save Mart 350 race Saturday.

Warren Central’s Trey Prentiss scores a touchdown during the River City Shootout Saturday at Vicksburg High School.

Sonoma could turn into wreckfest

Shootout

SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — The winding road course in Sonoma is a perfect fit with the serenity and peacefulness of the Northern California wine country. All that charm went to the wayside last year when 43 stock cars fired up their engines and abandoned the idea that racing around the twisting 11-turn, 1.99-mile Infineon Raceway requires finesse, patience and maybe even a bit of dignity. What ensued was an eyepopping demolition derby as drivers ran each other over, knocked cars out of the way, and collected names for further retribution. The man at the center of the brouhaha was Jeff Gordon, the very prince of the valley. “Disaster. It was just one of those terrible days where I made a lot of mistakes, no doubt made a lot of people unhappy and been trying to move on from it ever since,” Gordon said of last year’s race. “Thanks for bringing it up, though.” Although the five-time Sonoma winner finished fifth last season, he left a trail of angry drivers in his wake, with Kurt Busch at the head of the line that included Clint Bowyer, Martin Truex Jr., and Elliott Sadler. “It was an off-day for Jeff,” Busch said. “He apologized to a handful of guys afterward and for some reason (he) pinpointed me, excluded apologizing to me.” Countered Gordon, “I’ve tried to apologize to the ones that I really made mistakes with. There were some racing incidents that went on that day that was just racing and that you just move on and race one another however you race one another.”

and they all contributed. I was absolutely thrilled with their progress.” Josh Morgan said the addition of Rob Morgan on offense completes his staff. Josh Morgan will run the Warren Central defense.

St. Aloyisus

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Jeff Gordon prepares for practice laps for today’s Toyota Save Mart 350 Friday.

On TV 2 p.m. TNT Toyota/Save Mart 350 Busch, a year later, believes he was owed an apology. “I thought that was interesting because he just drove straight through our right rear, gave us a flat and we finished 32nd,” Busch said. “You have your bad days. You have your moments of beating and banging. It’s one of those things where the lines keep getting drawn further and further toward the aggressive side here at Sonoma.” Defending race-winner Jimmie Johnson, the five-time reigning champion, said the road course racing breeds an aggression and style so different from a regular race. NASCAR races on road courses twice a year. “When you’re in the center of the pack, it’s just an energy that exists when somebody

makes a questionable move on you and your excitement level goes up, and now you make a move on a guy and it just kind of breeds this style of racing and we’re going to see it,” Johnson said. “The passing zones, drivers are so aggressive in defending the passing zones and braking zones that you have to find a different way by or just bomb it in there and eight-tires-arebetter-than-four mentality and hope that you make it. I think there’s a very good chance of a lot of action taking place.” It will be easy for tempers to explode early and often today, which is why Kyle Busch is trying to take a more Zen focus into the race. “You definitely have to be a lot more forgiving in different corners,” Kyle Busch said. “There’s a little bit of give and take out there in different areas and on particular points on the race track.” But Tony Stewart, who complained last week at Michigan

that drivers were “acting like a bunch of idiots” on restarts, is willing to wager today will be exciting in a way Stewart doesn’t want to see. “I can promise you, there will be a lot of guys that will just crash each other just because they think they can,” Stewart said. “I’ll bet anything I’ve got in my pocket that in the last two or three laps, somebody dumps somebody just doing something stupid. So there’s no doubt in my mind that’ll happen.” That could create some nasty feuds that could carry into next week’s race at Daytona International Speedway. One that’s been to put rest is a dispute last week between teammates Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Mark Martin. “Everything’s cool,” Earnhardt said. “We handled it after the race and talked a little bit and texted each other back and forth. In the heat of the moment, things just didn’t go my way.”

Tennis

Serena advances to Wimbledon’s fourth round WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Serena Williams has been known to say she isn’t satisfied with this or that aspect of her game, even after easily winning a match, say, 6-3, 6-2. So it was somehow refreshing to hear Williams actually praise herself after a victory by that very score over 26thseeded Maria Kirilenko at Wimbledon on Saturday. Yes, only five matches since returning to the tour after nearly a full year off because of a series of health scares, Williams produced a performance worthy of the 13-time Grand Slam champion that she is. And then Williams talked the talk of someone finally ready to concede that British bookmakers might very well have been right to make her the pre-tournament favorite. Asked whether she was surprised by the odds, the seventh-seeded American smiled widely and said: “I wouldn’t bet against me.” After hitting 10 aces and compiling a 32-9 edge in winners against Kirilenko, Williams termed the showing her “best I’ve played since I came back.” “I was a little more consistent, and I played my game

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Serena Williams celebrates a point during the match against Russia’s Maria Kirilenko at Wimbledon Saturday. more,” said Williams, trying to become the first woman since Steffi Graf in 1991-93 to win three consecutive Wimbledon titles. “Wasn’t as tight and nervous and uptight. I was

able to relax more today.” She was part of a parade of past champions who breezed into the fourth round Saturday, joined by Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Maria

Sharapova, who all were straight-set winners, too. Topseeded Caroline Wozniacki, seeking her first Grand Slam title, and two-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic, who is now 44-1 in 2011, also moved on. There were two upsets of some significance. Two-time French Open finalist Robin Soderling, who was seeded fifth, was dealing with stomach problems and bowed out meekly against 158thranked qualifier Bernard Tomic of Australia 6-1, 6-4, 7-5. Tomic is the first 18-year-old to reach the men’s fourth round at Wimbledon since Michael Chang and Goran Ivanisevic in 1990. “I was very calm, but inside I was bursting. I tried not to show it to him. He was getting a bit frustrated,” Tomic said. “The way I’ve been playing is really good.” No. 9 Gael Monfils lost to 93rd-ranked qualifier Lukasz Kubot of Poland 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-3. Kubot is the first man from Poland to make it this far at Wimbledon since Wojtek Fibak in 1981. Wimbledon is the only Grand Slam tennis tournament that schedules a day off on the middle Sunday.

Besides beating Vicksburg in the morning, the highlight for the Flashes was a 24-22 win over Callaway, a Class 5A school from Jackson, in overtime. Koestler’s 3-yard TD pass on St. Al’s last play in the overtime locked up the win against the Chargers. “We showed we could hang with these teams,” Koestler

said. “The guys were open today, it was all about catching the ball.” The Flashes finished 2-6 in the tournament. They played Warren Central to a 14-8 loss in pool play but then wore down as the day went on. St. Al coach B.J. Smithhart said his team made strides despite having just 14 players. “It was fun,” Smithhart said. “Vicksburg put on a good show. We just got tired. But it was good to get out here. This was our first tournament of the summer because in June, we let them play baseball and basketball. Then we get with them for most of July.”

NASCAR Continued from Page B1. at a green/white/checkered finish — the maximum number of overtime restarts allowed in hopes of ensuring that the race finishes under green. On the first restart, Villeneuve put two wheels on the grass attempting to make an aggressive passing move going into Turn 1 — then sent Scott and Papis spinning. Papis pulled up next to Villeneuve on pit road after the race in an apparent attempt to show his displeasure, but Villeneuve offered no apologies in a postrace interview. Otherwise, it was a good finish after a challenging day for Villeneuve, who was leading halfway through the race when NASCAR officials penalized him for changing lanes before the start/finish line on a restart. There was more chaos on the second attempt at

a green-white-checkered finish. McDowell continued to lead the field to the next restart but went wide in Turn 5 to give up the lead to Allgaier — and a gaggle of cars spun out behind them, bringing out another caution and setting up Allgaier’s heartbreaking loss. McDowell ended the race in 12th, a tough finish for the Sprint Cup Series backmarker who appeared to be making the most of his chance to drive for a topflight team. Saturday’s race was run without the large group of Sprint Cup Series starts who usually opt to race in Nationwide. Carl Edwards won last year’s race at Road America and intended to make the commute between the Sprint Cup weekend in Sonoma, Calif. again this year.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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Head calls part of life for Uncle Grunk A long, long time ago, in a place far, far away where other peoples were shooting at us, I served in the United States Navy, and a lot of the language has stuck with me the rest of my life. When the phone rings and I answer it, if the caller asks for “Uncle Bob,” I reply, “Uncle Bob, Aye,” as we used to have to respond on bridge watches, except it was “Lieutenant Neill, Aye,” then. I still determine who has the right-of-way at intersections by looking to see the other car’s port running light. And I still say “head” instead of “bathroom.” Matter of fact, I’m trying to teach my 4-year-old and 2-year-old grandboys to say they want to “make a head call,” instead of saying that they “need to go potty,” which is not a manly declaration at all. Yet that was the announcement which one of them made at naptime Saturday, after spending the morning in the Swimming Hole and eating a lunch of King Oscar sardines and smoked gouda cheese and crackers, with peanut butter and molasses sandwiches. After such a manly lunch, a head call might have been expected, really. As a Grunk (“Granddaddy Uncle Bob” was shortened to “Granduncle,” then “Grunkle,” then “Grunk”) I have had surprisingly little experience in these matters, other than teaching both grandboys (“Sir” & “Nil” — in monograms, the last initial goes in the middle) the pleasures of man’s agesold relationships with trees in the outdoors. After my first child was born, I was immediately deployed for a long time;

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when Adam came along, I was recovering from a broken back that didn’t allow me to pick up kids, especially with heavy dirty diapers. Then the week we got B.C. home from the hospital, I crushed my right hand in a cotton gin lint cleaner. So, I was physically prevented from learning the basics of kid’s head calls. Until Grunkhood came along. Now, while it is a pleasure to keep grandboys for the day, I am expected to provide help when nature calls, or, for head calls. Which I’ve discovered, as a country homeowner, is a good thing to do at this headcall-training-stage: while a half-roll of toilet paper seems adequate to a 4-year-old, it requires a great deal of later Grunk effort with a plunger or fire hose before it reaches its final destination in the septic tank. Better to forestall that, as well as the flushing of dirty diapers, which produce even worse results. I realize that we’ve already reached the point of “way too much information here,” but there is an educational purpose, if the reader can stay high-minded. Though having reached Grunkhood with little experience in such matters, I am still vaguely familiar with certain basics of the processes of elimination in young humans.

In particular, there is a certain – ahem – color to be expected, and though fairly ignorant about that, I know for sure that it is not the color green! The grandboy in question had recently picked up a cough, and was being treated with antibiotics, I knew. Could the medication produce such a change? On the other hand, I had a very painful experience myself with gangrene after a knee injury, and know personally that the “-grene” part of that word is descriptive of the shade one’s leg acquires just prior to the worst pain I’ve ever experienced, and one of the worst smells, emanating from my own knee. At this point, the “A word” is mentioned by doctors, and one readily agrees, if it will stop the pain. Did I have a grandboy with internal gangrene? Time to hit the Panic Button in the Grunk head! I was alone with custody of both grandboys: Doots was hosting a wedding brunch, and their Momma, employed in a healthcare field herself, had to work today. Supposedly, Grunk was capable of keeping the grandboys for a day. I hate cell phones, but there is a time and place for one, specifically when a grandboy has internal gangrene. I speed-dialed my daughter with the news. Granddaddies, pay attention here: there is a product made of shaved ice covered with colored syrup, perhaps called snow cones? Avoid the green ones!

• Robert Hitt Neill is an outdoors writer. He lives in Leland, Miss.

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The 9-year-olds’ Class AA Vicksburg Billies baseball team won the Zeke Walley Championship on June 12 in North Jackson by defeating the top-seeded Madison Storm. First row row, from left, are Coleman Verhine, Kieran Theriot, Jack Shelton, Thomas Trichell and Shane Lewis. Second row, from left, are Gabriel Katzenmeyer, Thomas Phillips, R.G. Willis, Phillip Upshaw and James Trichell. Third row are coaches Chad Phillips, Tim Shelton and Shane Upshaw. Submit items by e-mail at sports@ vicksburgpost.com; postal service at P.O. Box 821668, Vicksburg, MS 39182; fax at 601-634-0897; or delivered in person to 1601-F N. Frontage Road by Monday for publication Wednesday, or Friday for publication on Sunday. Please include your name and phone number.

Vicksburg Racquet Club tennis and swim camps The Vicksburg Racquet Club at Vicksburg Country Club will host a Kid’s Tennis and Swim Camp for ages 5-11 with two dates, July 4-8 and July 11-15. Each camp day is 9 a.m. until noon and the price for each camp is $85. The country club will also host a golf, tennis and swim camp with two dates, July 18-22 and July 25-29. Each camp day is 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and the price for each camp is $200 for members and $230 for non-members. For information, call Sarah Summerfield at 973-271-7573 or e-mail her at Sarah@ Vicksburgcc.com.

Warren Central baseball tryouts Tryouts for Warren Central’s varsity baseball team will be held July 18 and 19, from 4 to 6 p.m. each day at Viking Field. Players must have a current physical and bring their own equipment.

For information, call coach Josh Abraham at 662-7699001.

Equestrian camp at Silver Creek

Warren Central girls’ basketball camp

Silver Creek Equestrian Club will host a series of summer riding camps at its arena in Bovina. The camp will cover horse management and riding skills, and will feature instruction for all skill levels. The remaining camp sessions run from Monday-July 1, and July 25-29. The fees are $250 per session for Silver Creek members with their own horse; $300 for members using a club horse; $350 for non-members using a club horse; and an additional $75 to board a horse at Silver Creek during the camp. For information and enrollment forms, call Silver Creek Equestrian Club at 601638-8988, or instructor Tim Anderson at 228-697-2120.

The Warren Central Developmental Basketball Camp for girls only in grades 4-8 is scheduled for July 5-8 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. each day. The cost is $50 and includes a T-shirt. Registration is July 5 from 8 a.m. until 9 a.m. at Warren Central High School. For information, call coach Jackie Martin-Brown at 601638-3372.

Arrowhead golf tournaments The Arrowhead Junior Golf Tour will host the AJGT University Junior Classic in Baton Rouge on July 11 and 12. The two-day, 36-hole tournament is ranked by the National Junior Gold Scoreboard. Entry deadline is July 6.The Arrowhead Tour will also host the Crown Buick Invitational at English Turn golf course in New Orleans on July 18 and 19. Entry deadline is July 11. To register for either tournament, or for more information, call 318-402-2446 or visit arrowheadjgt.com

Swim lessons at City Pool The Vicksburg City Pool is conducting enrollment for swim lessons. All swim lessons are $12. Mommy and me lessons are for children ages 6 months to 4 years. Levels I through VI are for ages 5 to 18. Adult swim lessons are also available. Swim lesson sessions are June 27-July 8 and July 18-29. For information call City Pool at 601-6344516.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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TONIGHT ON TV n MOVIE “No Reservations” — A careercentered chef, Catherine ZetaJones, faces important changes in her life when she becomes her young niece’s guardian and crosses forks with a brash employee in her kitchen./6 on Lifetime n SPORTS NASCAR — NASCAR’s best hit the road course today for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at California’s Infineon Raceway./2 on TNT Catherine Zeta-Jones n PRIMETIME “The Marriage Ref” — A woman is frustrated with her husband’s obsession with growing giant pumpkins; a man questions the length of his mother-in-law’s visits; celebrity panelists Ricky Gervais, Julianne Moore and Jerry Seinfeld./9 on NBC

THIS WEEK’S LINEUP n EXPANDED LISTINGS TV TIMES — Network, cable and satellite programs appear in Sunday’s TV Times magazine and online at www.vicksburgpost. com

MILESTONES n BIRTHDAYS Billy Davis Jr., singer, 71; Mick Jones, singer-musician, 56; Chris Isaak, rock singer, 55; Patty Smyth, rock singer, 54; Paul Thomas Anderson, writer-director, 41; Sean Hayes, actor, 41; Chris O’Donnell, actor, 41; Gretchen Wilson, country singer, 37; Jason Schwartzman, actor-musician, 31; Jennette McCurdy, actress-singer, 19.

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Lewis out of hospital after canceled show Jerry Lewis has been released from the hospital after he was unable to perform at a weekend show in Australia. The 85-year-old actor, comedian and tireless advocate for muscular dystrophy research is on a fundraising tour for the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia. He arrived at the Rooty Hill Returned Servicemen’s League club in SydJerry ney, where he was to perform, but he couldn’t Lewis get out of the car, said Ian Lowe, the club’s general manager. Candi Cazau, Lewis’ Las Vegas-based publicist, said he was in the hospital for about three hours before going back to his hotel room, and that doctors concluded that he was simply overly tired. “He’s fine from what I understand,” she said. “He was just feeling under the weather.” Cazau said Lewis’ staff was being a bit cautious because Lewis contracted viral meningitis some years before during an earlier trip to Australia.

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Calif. rescue pooch is World’s Ugliest Dog Yoda’s short tufts of hair, protruding tongue, and long, seemingly hairless legs were enough to earn it the World’s Ugliest Dog title at a Northern California fair. The 14-year-old Chinese crested and Chihuahua mix won the Yoda, World’s Ugliest Dog honor Friday at the 23rd annual contest at the Sonoma Marin Fair. The 2-pound dog has come a long way since she was found abandoned behind an apartment building, owner Terry Schumacher of Hanford, Calif., said, adding she first thought the pooch was a rat. A one-eyed Chihuahua named Princess Abby claimed the 2010 victory.

TOMORROW’S HOROSCOPE

BY BERNICE BEDE OSOL • NEWSPAPER ENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Your wit and humor can be quite good at times, but making another the butt of your joke may not be a laughing matter to your victim. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — There is a strong chance that someone is not leveling with you and failing to put all his or her cards on the table. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Just because your spirits are high doesn’t mean someone won’t come along and try to put a damper on them. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Sometimes there can be a thin line between assertiveness and aggressiveness. Be careful that you know the difference. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — If something you propose still needs further study, you should inform the people you’re discussing the matter with. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — It’s important to logically, not emotionally, evaluate a business matter if you hope to accurately assess both its values and frailties. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Regardless of how well you know somebody, carefully lay out in detail all the important facts before entering into a pricy agreement. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — It’ll be up to you to avoid a position in which a friend whom you’re working with assumes you’re laboring as a favor, not for recompense. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Regardless of how much you have to tell your friends, don’t monopolize the conversation when at a social gathering. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Starting the week off full of big ideas is great, but having what it takes to follow through on any one of them is another story. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Trying to pretend you’re knowledgeable about something, when in fact you knowvery little, will turn out to be an embarrassment. Gemini (May 21-June 20) — It’s nice to have someone do you a favor, but remember you need to credit this person and show him or her an appreciation for the effort.

Platt treats cancer with humor on Showtime By Frazier Moore AP television writer NEW YORK — For much of last season on Showtime’s “The Big C,” Oliver Platt played a husband with no clue his wife had been diagnosed with lifethreatening cancer. It was hard playing those scenes “in the dark,” he says. “You had to really focus and forget that you knew.” But how? “Well, you just do it. It’s your job. You pretend.” Platt is pretty good at that. But as his dark though ultimately life-affirming comedy returns for a second season (Monday at 9:30 p.m.), Paul is fully informed about the grave condition of his mate, Cathy (played by series star Laura Linney). And while the needy, freewheeling nature Paul displayed before was a burden on Cathy (she even threw him out of the house for a time when the show began), now he’s trying to grow up and support her in her fight against this illness. As a dutiful husband, he even scores some marijuana from his bygone dealer to help ease Cathy’s discomfort. “I cannot believe that the guy I used to call 20 years ago still has the same pager number,” Paul crows — “and that I remembered that it was

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Laura Linney and Oliver Platt in “The Big C” listed under ‘Bicycle Parts’ in my address book.” Soon, he and Cathy are home, lighting up and getting baked. For nearly a quarter-century, the 51-year-old Platt has flourished as a character actor who brings a lovable roguery, and insight as well, to his roles. Moon-faced and bulky at 6 feet, 3 inches, his performances range from the shrewd White House counsel challenging President Bartlet on “The West Wing” to Manhattan rapscallion Nathan Detroit in the 2009 Broadway revival of “Guys and Dolls”; from the druggy, kinky lawyer in the TV series “Huff” to Yankees owner George Steinbrenner in the miniseries “The Bronx Is Burning.” Currently,

he’s appearing as The Man in Black, a CIA team leader, in the sci-fi hit “X-Men: First Class.” Platt cites his distinctly nonleading-man looks as an asset. “What I was told early on was that, as an actor, I had a uniqueness: There wasn’t anybody who looked like me, for better or worse, and we don’t need to get into THAT any further, thank you,” he says, chuckling. The son of a career diplomat, he grew up in Washington and throughout the Far East as the family was frequently re-stationed. His interest in drama was a response to often being on the move. “I was always a new kid in school and I figured out this

was a way to plug in: I’d try out for a play and then I would have a group of friends,” he says. But it was more than a coping device. “I also loved doing it.” Bitten by the bug, he majored in drama at Boston’s Tufts University, then spent several years in the local theater scene before embarking for the big time in New York. He landed his feature film debut in the 1988 hit comedy “Married to the Mob.” The career he has enjoyed since then has been busy and eclectic. “I’m drawn to stuff that I haven’t done before,” he says. “But at the same time, when you take a job, especially a highprofile job, you want to have a sense that you’re not going to completely wipe out. So you try and balance things.” As an example of how things can go askew, he mentions “Guys and Dolls.” “I should have had more respect for the material,” he says. “I thought, ‘I did this in high school. This is going to be great!’ And it was a very humbling experience.”

Wedding cake ritual should be cut from reception Dear Abby: I’m writing you about a disgusting, rude and, in my opinion, obscene habit — the bride and groom shoving wedding cake in each other’s faces. The couple are all dressed up in their beautiful finery. They have a wonderful ceremony and a perfect reception table. How rude and insensitive to the person he or she has just promised before God to love, honor and cherish — not to mention disrespectful. What do you think of this “custom,” and do you agree with me? — Faithful Little Rock Reader Dear Faithful: I do agree with you. The cake-in-theface custom should have been retired at least 50 years ago. The significance of the “ritual” is extremely demeaning to women. According to the book “Curious Customs” by Tad Tuleja (Stonesong Press, 1987): “The cake-cutting at modern weddings is a four-step comedic ritual that sustains masculine prerogatives in the very act of supposedly subverting them. “... in the first step of the comedy, the groom helps direct the bride’s hand — a symbolic demonstration of male control that was unnecessary in the days of more tractable women. She accepts this gesture and, as a further proof of submissiveness, performs the second step of the ritual, offering him the first bite of cake, the gustatory equivalent of her body, which he will have the right to ‘partake of’ later. “In the third step, the masterservant relationship is temporarily upset, as the bride mischievously pushes the cake into her new husband’s face. ... Significantly, this act of revolt is performed in a childish fashion, and the groom is able to endure it without losing face because it ironically demonstrates his superiority: His bride is an imp needing supervision. “That the bride herself accepts this view of this is demonstrated in the ritual’s final step, in which she wipes the goo apologetically from his face. This brings the play back to the beginning, as she is once again obedient to his wiser judgment. Thus, the entire tableau might be seen as a dramatization of the tensions in favor of the dominance of the male.” Dear Abby: After 24 years of a committed relationship with my boyfriend, “Jesse” — whom I thought was my knight in shining armor — I have decided to end it because he doesn’t want to marry me or have children with me. We’re in our 40s now and have dated since high school. We don’t live together.

DEAR ABBY ABIGAIL

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If I leave Jesse, I know I’ll be broken-hearted, but there’s another man, “Pete,” I have known almost my entire life, who has made it clear he’d like to be more than friends. I have recently found myself becom-

ing more and more attracted to him. Should I allow the friendship with Pete to develop into an intimate one, or could it spell disaster? — Mixed Up in Montana Dear Mixed Up: Because Jesse refuses to make a commitment, you’re right to end the romance. Frankly, I’m surprised you hung on as long as you have. However, before becoming intimate with Pete, be sure you clearly understand what he means by “more than

friends,” or you could wind up in another long-term relationship that’s headed nowhere. See him for a while and find out if he’s serious and whether your values and goals are similar. And if he’s not The One, recognize it and keep moving on.

• Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Write Dear Abby at www.Dear Abby.com or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

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NEW YORK — Together and apart, the lives of Gabrielle Giffords and husbandastronaut Mark Kelly have been extraordinary. She the congresswoman from Arizona who has miraculously survived being shot in the head. He the commander of the space shuttle Endeavour, exchanging wedding rings with his wife before his final mission in space. Now, he is retiring to be with her Rep. Gabrielle Giffords full time and the two are collaborating on a memoir that will tell a story, their story, that Kelly says the public hardly knows. The book, currently untitled, will be an intimate chronicle of everything from their careers and courtship to the Jan. 8 tragedy when a gunman shot Giffords during a political event in Tucson, Ariz. Six people were killed in the attack and 12 others besides the congresswoman were wounded. Scribner will publish the book at a date to be determined. Because of rules covering members of the House of Representatives, Giffords will not receive an advance against royalties and the deal must be cleared by the House ethics committee. Royalties derived from book sales are permitted, a portion of which will be donated to charities that benefit Tucson and Arizona. The percentage being donated and the specific charities have yet to be determined. “Since Jan. 8, it’s been really touching to us to see how much support there is for Gabby and her recovery, and how much interest there is in how she’s doing and her story,” Kelly, a Navy captain, told The Associated Press during a recent interview from Texas. “After thinking about it, and talking about it, we decided it was the right thing to do to put our words and our voices on paper and tell our story from our point of view.” The 47-year-old Kelly announced his retirement Tuesday on Facebook. Most recently, he was commander of the Endeavour’s final mission, which ended June 1. Kelly’s decision is not surprising. NASA is retiring its space shuttle fleet in just another month, and it will be years before the United States has another spacecraft for astronauts to fly. “As life takes unexpected turns we frequently come to a crossroads. I am at this point today,” Kelly, whose retirement is effective Oct. 1, wrote on Facebook. “Gabrielle is working hard every day on her mission of recovery. I want to be by her side.” Giffords, 41, was released from a Houston hospital last week and is set to start outpatient therapy. She had been in the rehab facility since late January, a few weeks after the shooting, and is now living with Kelly at his home in League City, a town 26 miles south of Houston. She will continue outpatient therapy at TIRR Memorial Hermann.

The Warren County-Vicksburg Public Library reports on new books regularly. • “Growing Up Laughing” by Marlo Thomas is her story. For as long as Marlo Thomas can remember, she’s lived with laughter. Born to comedy royalty—TV and nightclub star Danny Thomas—she grew up among legMarlo endary funny Thomas men, carved much of her career in comedy and, to this day, surrounds herself with people who love and live to make others laugh. In this long-awaited memoir, Thomas takes us on a funny and heartwarming adventure, from her Beverly Hills childhood, to her groundbreaking creation of “That Girl” and “Free to Be…You and Me,” to her rise as one of America’s most beloved actress-comediennes, to her marriage to talkshow king Phil Donahue. • “Sal Mineo” by Michael Gregg Michaud is a new biography. Sal Mineo is probably most well-known for his unforgettable Academy Awardnominated role opposite James Dean in “Rebel without a Cause” and his tragic murder at 37. Finally, in this riveting biography filled with exclusive, candid interviews with Mineo’s closest female and male lovers and neverbefore-published photographs, Michaud tells the full story of this remarkable young actor’s life, charting his meteoric rise to fame, turbulent career and private life. • “All By My Selves: Walter, Peanut, Achmed and Me” by Jeff Dunham is the story of one pretty ordinary guy, one interesting hobby, one very understanding set of parents, and a long, Jeff Dunham winding road to becoming American’s favorite comedian. With wit, honesty and lots of show business detail, Dunham shares for his legion of fans how he took what many considered an outdated art form and made it cool again. • “Full Frontal Nudity” by Harry Hamlin is the making of an accidental actor. In 2008, as he attempted to enter Canada to film a television series, Harry Hamlin — the former star of “L.A. Law” and once People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive — Harry was detained Hamlin at the border for unresolved narcotics convictions. And so begins his memoir in which Harry digs deep into his past to recount the wacky experiences of his childhood, the twisted path that led to his alleged criminal behavior, and the series of fortuitous mishaps that drove him to become an actor. • “Unbearable Lightness” by Portia De Rossi is a story of loss and gain. Portia De Rossi weighed only 82 pounds when she collapsed on the set of the Hollywood film in which she was playing her first leading role. This should have been the culmination of all her years of hard work — first as a child model in Australia, then as a cast member on one of the hottest shows on American television. On the out-

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side she was thin and blonde, glamorous and successful. On the inside, she was literally dying. In this honest book, De Rossi captures the complex emotional truth of what it is like when food, weight and body image take priority over every other human impulse or action. Even as she rose to fame as a cast member on hit shows “Ally McBeal” and “Arrested Development,” she alternately starved herself and binged, all the while terrified that the truth of her sexuality would be exposed to the tabloids. • “Simon Cowell” by Chas Newkey-Burden is an unauthorized biography. Famed for his unflinching honesty and shocking insults, Simon Cowell is no stranger to controversy. But what do we really know about the man himself? After an inauspicious start, leaving school at 16 and getting a job in the mail room at EMI, Cowell worked his way up to become a top A&R executive and then experienced a meteoric rise to fame as a judge on the TV talent shows “Pop Idol” and “American Idol.” Having already made his mark on the music world by signing such huge pop acts as Westlife, Five and Robson & Jerome, he then went on to create “The X Factor” and “Britain’s Got Talent,” among the most popular entertainment shows, with very large audiences. A regular in gossip columns and rich lists alike, he nevertheless remains an enigmatic figure. • “Tough without a Gun” by Stefan Kanfer is the life and extraordinary afterlife of Humphrey Bogart. Though he died at the young age of 57 more than half a century ago, his influence among actors and filmmakers, and his enduring appeal for film lovers around the world, remains as strong as ever. What is it about Bogart, with his unconventional looks and noticeable speech impediment, that has captured our collective imagination for so long? In this definitive biography, the author answers that question, along the way illuminating the private man Bogart was and shining the spotlight on some of the greatest performances ever captured on celluloid. • “Heat Wave” by Donald

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Camorey D. Perkins celebrated her first birthday on June 22, 2011. Camorey is the daughter of Corey Perkins and Shamekia Knight of Vicksburg. Maternal Grandparents are Jacquline Knight & Jimmy Ross of Vicksburg. Paternal Grandparents are Deborah “Dee” Shelby & the late Clarence “Rock” Shelby of Vicksburg and Isaac Perkins of Dallas, TX. Maternal Great Grandmother is Blanche Knight. Paternal Great Grandparents are Julia Mae Prentiss & the late Robert “Bad Bob” Prentiss. God Mother is Bridgett Bailey.

Bogle discusses the life and career of Ethel Waters. Almost no other star of the 20th century re-imagined herself with such audacity and durable talent as did Ethel Waters. In this enlightening and engaging biography, Bogle resurrects this astonishing woman from the annals of history shedding new light on the tumultuous twists and turns of her seven-decade career, which began in Black vaudeville and reached new heights in the steamy nightclubs of 1920s Harlem. Bogle traces Waters’ life from her poverty-stricken childhood to her rise in show business: her career as one of the early blues and pop singers, with such hits as “Am I Blue?,” “Stormy Weather,” and “Heat Wave”; her success as an actress, appearing in such films and plays as “The Member of the Wedding” and “Mamba’s Daughters”; and through her lonely, painful final years. He illuminates Waters’ turbulent private life, including her complicated feelings toward her mother and various lovers; her heated and sometimes wellknown feuds with such entertainers as Josephine Baker, Billie Holiday, and Lena Horne; and her tangled relationships with such legends as Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and John Ford. • “Stuntman! My CarCrashing, Plane-Jumping, Bone-Breaking, Death-Defying Hollywood Life” by Hal Needham is his autobiography. “Hollywood’s not all sunglasses and autographs. Let me tell you a few stories…I wrecked hundreds of cars, fell from tall buildings, got blown up, was dragged by horses, and along the way broke 56 bones, my back twice, punctured a lung, and knocked out a few teeth. I am a sharecropper’s son from the hills of Arkansas who became a stuntman. The journey was a tough row to hoe. I continually risked my life, but that was the career I chose. I was never late to the

set and did whatever I had to do to get the job done. “

• Denise Hogan is reference interlibrary loan librarian at the Warren CountyVicksburg Public Library. Write to her at 700 Veto St., Vicksburg, MS 39180.

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PORTFOLIO Vicksburg Insurance wins Safeco honor Vicksburg Insurance Agency has been named to Safeco Insurance’s H.K. Dent Society in a program that recognizes agents for their “partnership, performance and loyalty” to the company. The company said in a news release that fewer than 10 percent of Safeco agents qualify for the award, named for Safeco founder H.K. Dent. Vicksburg Insurance, opened in 1974, is operated today by owners Ronnie Andrews and Susan Johnston at 2640 S. Frontage Road. Bryant Hawkins•The Vicksburg Post

Grand Gulf adds federal inspector Grand Gulf Nuclear Station has added a federal reactor inspector to its roster, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission says. Blake Rice was most recently an inspector in the NRC’s Region IV office in Blake Arlington, Rice Texas. Rice began his career at NRC headquarters, doing design certification reviews in the Office of New Reactors. He transferred to the Region IV office in 2008. He holds a master’s degree in nuclear engineering from Kansas State University and a bachelor’s degree in physics from Washburn University. Rice joins senior resident inspector Richard Smith at the Claiborne County facility. They serve as the NRC’s eyes and ears, conducting inspections and monitoring significant work projects.

Therapist recognized for crisis skills Walter McCallum, an activities therapist with River Region Medical Center, has been recognized by the Crisis Prevention Institute as a meritorious instructor. McCallum has been a nonviolent crisis intervention certified instructor for 14 years and has trained more than 1,500 health care professionals. Nonviolent crisis intervention training focuses on prevention and using proven strategies to safely defuse anxious, hostile or violent behavior. McCallum is one of 46 instructors — less than 1 percent of instructors Walter worldwide McCallum — who have earned the meritorious instructor title. Instructors are considered for the title using five criteria — the number of staff trained, years as an instructor, hours trained, classes taught and Crisis Prevention Institute training programs attended.

New Mav6 workers, from left, Spencer Jones, Jamie Carter, Matilda Asuzu and Hannah McWilliams stand in the company’s headquarters in Vicksburg. Candace Merrick also has been newly hired. The five are from Mississippi.

Local firm with global reach aims to recruit home talent By John Surratt jsurratt@vicksburgpost.com Defense contractor Mav6’s Vicksburg office is acquiring a Southern flavor. Five of the company’s newest employees are residents of Mississippi and Louisiana. Software designers Jamie Carter and Spencer Jones, both from Jackson, are graduates of Millsaps College. In the business analysts department, Matilda Asuzu, a native of Baton Rouge, graduated from Mississippi State University and Candace Merrick, of Hattiesburg, graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi. Intern Hannah McWilliams, from Madison, is a student at Mississippi State. All five now call Vicksburg home. Mav6 was founded in 2007 by Memphis, Tenn., native Jay Harrison and retired Maj. Gen. Buford “Buff” Blount of Hattiesburg. Harrison said they saw the company as a vehicle to bring high tech jobs to Mississippi.

Mav6 was founded in 2007 by Memphis, Tenn., native Jay Harrison and retired Maj. Gen. Buford “Buff” Blount of Hattiesburg. Harrison said they saw the company as a vehicle to bring high tech jobs to Mississippi. Vicksburg, Harrison said, is a key to the company’s future. Vicksburg, Harrison said, is a key to the company’s future. When Mav6 opened its Vicksburg office in 2009, office manager Joel Angle said, “we had transplants to get started.” As the office expands, he said, the goal is finding local people to staff it: “When we search for a position, we make it a priority to recruit from within the state.” Mav6 converts commercial technology used in business and industry for military use to solve problems involving logistics and combat situations. The company has offices in Arlington, Va.; Morgantown, W.Va.; and Elizabeth City, N.C., but Harrison said Vicksburg is considered Mav6’s headquarters. The Vicksburg office employs 14

people, with four of them on temporary assignment in Arlington. The Vicksburg team, Angle said, works on software development. Carter and Jones each have degrees in computer science, and were hired after sending resumes to Mav6. Jones is the office’s senior software developer. They are part of a team developing a digital catalog of technologies acquired by the U.S. Defense Department that will help the service branches select the proper technology for their missions. The Vicksburg office is also working on technology to better detect IEDs, improvised explosive devices, and jam the radio signals used to trigger them. “As a computer science major, a

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Promises, promises: White House solar panels are no-shows By The Associated Press

By The Associated Press CHICAGO — This is a dog fight Chicago will relish. Vienna Beef, one of the world’s most famous hot dog makers, is suing the owner of a rival hot dog company, accusing him of either stealing Vienna’s 118-year-old recipe or lying to customers by claiming that he’s using it. The rival is none other than a grandson of one of the two men who founded the company after their hot dogs became a hit at the 1893 World’s Fair. In this wiener war, one of the only things the owners of Vienna Beef and Red Hot Chicago are likely to agree on is that you don’t put ketchup on a Chicago-style hot dog. They also might agree that Chicago’s dog — with its mustard, bright green relish, tomato slices, pickle spear, chopped onion and more — is far superior to New York’s grilled or boiled dog, which

lot of the fear that I had was that after graduation I’d be on some IT help desk going nowhere,” Carter said. “It’s been a real dream to be right here in Mississippi and be able to share my talent. It’s been a lot of fun.” Jones worked for several companies and had his own software firm in Jackson, which was a victim of the economy. “I was delighted to find a place where I could come to work and not have to worry about sales and wearing all the hats,” he said. “I’m really happy to have the ability to focus on one product all day long and make sure it’s right.” As business analysts, Merrick, Asuzu and McWilliams watch and document the development of the software produced in the office. All three said they never expected to find themselves working for a defense contractor. Merrick, the office’s senior analyst, has a bachelor’s in business administration. She has a master’s from Seton Hall University

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Tanya Russell, a 40-year-old mail carrier, holds up a Chicago style hot dog she bought at Fast Track, a downtown hot dog stand in Chicago.

WASHINGTON — Last October, the Obama administration announced plans to install solar panels on the roof of the White House by the spring of this year, returning the power of the sun to the pinnacle of prominence a quarter-century after Jimmy Carter’s pioneering system was taken down. Spring has come and gone, and the promised panels have yet to see the light of day. Administration officials blame the complexities of the contracting process, and say the solar project is still an active one. But they can’t say when it’ll be complete. Environmental groups say the symbolism is telling — and disappointing. “On we’ll go,” sighed Bill McKibben, founder of the climate activist group 350. org. “One more summer of beautiful, strong sunlight going to waste, just bouncing off the White House roof.” McKibben and other envi-

ronmentalists say the failure to meet its own deadline reflects an administration that’s been President Barack long on Obama green rhetoric but sometimes disappointingly short on practical accomplishments. In last fall’s announcement, at a conference of government officials and environmental groups, Energy Secretary Steven Chu was specific. “I’m pleased to announce that, by the end of this spring, there will be solar panels and a solar hot water heater on the roof of the White House,” he wrote that day on his departmental website. Nancy Sutley, chairwoman of the Council on Environmental Quality, added that by installing the system on the most famous roof in America, President Barack Obama was “underSee Solar, Page B10.

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Continued from Page B9. by Chicago standards is practically naked with only sauerkraut and mustard. The lawsuit accuses Red Hot Chicago of false advertising, unfair competition and trademark infringement. But it also offers a reminder that hot dogs are no joking matter in Chicago, where the â&#x20AC;&#x153;meal on a bunâ&#x20AC;? is part of local history and where loyalty to one of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2,000 hot dog stands is passed down from generation to generation. The fight could be a long one, in large part because of the legacy at stake. Scott Ladanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandfather arrived as an immigrant from Austria-Hungary and set up a hot-dog cart at the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fair. At the time, he â&#x20AC;&#x153;started with little more than hopes, dreams and his sausage-making skills,â&#x20AC;? attorney Jami Gekas wrote. The grandfather, Samuel Ladany, eventually helped found the business that is now Vienna Beef. Fast forward to the early 1980s, when

in strategic communications and leadership. She previously worked for the U.S. Navy and was hired after sending Mav6 a resume. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The work has been great so far,â&#x20AC;? she said, adding that working in the Vicksburg office has been a learning experience. Asuzu has a degree in communications with a minor in computer science. She learned about Mav6 when she met company representatives at a university career fair. Asuzu, who has been accepted to a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree program at the University of Denver, believes her experience with Mav6 will help her find a job later in a technical field, possibly in software development or digital

media. McWilliams is an accounting major, and learned about Mav6 through MSUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career development office. She said her internship has given her insight to how businesses function, adding that the documentation she does as an analyst will help her after graduation, no matter what business field she enters. Harrison said he is looking at Vicksburg as a technical incubator â&#x20AC;&#x153;to harvest emerging technologies from the commercial sector and refine it back for sale to the military.â&#x20AC;? He said Mav6 is looking for land in the Vicksburg area to build a technology center, and expects construction to begin in early 2012.

Solar Continued from Page B9. scoring (his) commitment to lead and the promise and importance of renewable energy in the United States.â&#x20AC;? McKibben, who along with other environmentalists had met with White House officials to urge such an installation, was surprised and gratified by the announcement a mere two weeks later. But the missed deadline has left him downcast. Solar power advocates note that rooftop arrays are no longer the expensive oddity they were in Carterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. Depending on their locations, homeowners can install systems that will pay for themselves over time. Administration officials counter that the White House isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just any old home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To be honest, I am not surprised,â&#x20AC;? said Danny Kennedy, founder of Oakland, Calif.,

based Sungevity Systems, who said the delayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s likely due to the complexity of such a project at the White House. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re trying to get it right on the most famous home in the world, and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be all sorts of heritage rules and red tape.â&#x20AC;? So when will the panels actually appear? The Energy Department says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;on the pathâ&#x20AC;? to completing the project. But details and timing can only be shared â&#x20AC;&#x153;after the competitive procurement process is completed.â&#x20AC;? Despite the missed deadline, officials maintain climate issues and energy conservation have been a top priority under Obama. They point to higher gas-mileage standards, green-tech incentives in the stimulus plan and presidential visits to wind turbine and electric-vehicle battery plants.

land transfer The following commercial land transfer was recorded in the Chancery Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office for the week ending June 24, 2011: â&#x20AC;˘ Coastal Tie & Timber Company Inc. to Michael P. Brown Sr.; Section 21, Township 18N, Range 4E; 3 acres off U.S. 61 North

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The City of Vicksburg receives 18.5 percent of all sales taxes collected by businesses in the city limits. Revenues to the city lag actual sales tax collections by two months, that is, receipts for April reflect sales taxes collected on sales in February. Here are the latest monthly receipts:

March 2011..................$662,359 Fiscal year 2010-11 to date... $3,603,292

March 2010..................$650,028 2009-10 fiscal year to date $3,633,702

Scott Ladany was leaving the company. He sold his 10 percent stake and agreed not to â&#x20AC;&#x153;use or divulgeâ&#x20AC;? any of Viennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipes and, according to the lawsuit, promised not to compete with Vienna for at least 2 1/2 years. In 1986, after that condition expired, he founded Red Hot Chicago. Ladany has declined to comment, but in court documents he insists he did not steal anything and that Red Hotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipe is its own. At the same time, he always made it clear that his family history â&#x20AC;&#x201D; complete with the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fair photographs and pictures of his grandfather that Vienna had showcased â&#x20AC;&#x201D; was going to take center stage at Red Hot Chicago, too. So, not only did he settle on â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Family Tradition Since 1893â&#x20AC;? as his company motto, but he also included Vienna Beefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name right in his advertising literature. And the reason, Gekas told the judge, is simple: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all true. Vienna Beef CEO Jim Bodman says he worries that the messages will confuse

The Vicksburg Post customers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They want to ride Viennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coattails ... and sell their product using Viennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brand recognition,â&#x20AC;? Viennaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney, Phillip Reed, said recently at a court hearing. Even the judge handling the case wondered if all the talk about history might mislead customers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t there an implication ... that this is one big hot dog family?â&#x20AC;? asked U.S. District Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Bodman said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been aggravated for years by Red Hotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advertising. Then, a few months ago, Red Hot began advertising that it was using a â&#x20AC;&#x153;time-honored family recipeâ&#x20AC;? thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than a century old â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a claim that appeared in print in a food industry magazine. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That goes over the line,â&#x20AC;? he said, explaining the lawsuit filed this month. The way hot dog makers see it, recipes are the key to success, just like the formula for Coca-Cola and the secret spices that go into KFC chicken.

portfolio Small-fruits seminar Wednesday at ASU The Alcorn State University Extension Program will host a small fruit production workshop at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Extension and Research Complex at the Ray Johnson Assembly Center on the Lorman campus. The workshop is free. Featured speakers will be Dr. Girish Panicker, Alcorn State Conservation Center director; Dr. Juan Silva, professor and interim chairman of the Food Science, Nutrition and Health Program at Mississippi State University; and Dr. Frank Matta, a professor of horticulture at MSU. The workshop will educate participants on the production and value-added processing practices of small fruits, particularly muscadines and blueberries. It will also help producers increase their knowledge of management practices to increase their production profits. For information, call 601783-5321.

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LOCAL EVENTS CALENDAR C2 | WEDDINGS C3 Karen Gamble, managing editor | E-mail: newsreleases@vicksburgpost.com | Tel: 601.636.4545 ext 137

THIS & THAT from staff reports

City native’s works set for SCHC event The Southern Cultural Heritage Center will host an exhibit by Vicksburg native Bill Ferris. Give My Poor Heart Ease: Voices of the Mississippi Blues, an exhibit based on his book of photos of blues artists from the 1960s and ’70s, will open with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m. July 5. Ferris is an American author and scholar and former chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities. He coBill founded the Ferris Center for Southern Folklore in Memphis and was the founding director of the Center for the Study of Southern Culture at the University of Mississippi. He is co-editor of “The Encyclopedia of Southern Culture.” The exhibition will run until Aug. 5. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Call 601-631-2997 or visit www.southernculture.org.

Nature camp set at Jefferson College The Historic Jefferson College will offer a naturalist camp for youths. On July 19-22, children ages 9 to 12 will explore the site’s nature trail, pond and creek bottoms and learn to identify trees and animals. The camp will run from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $20 per child, and payment is due in advance. Snacks and water will be provided. For a camp application, contact Robin Person at 601-4422901 or rperson@mdah.state. ms.us. Historic Jefferson College is four miles northeast of Natchez, off U.S. 61.

Riverwalk hosting cancer fundraiser The Strides Against Breast Cancer Extravaganza Benefit and Silent Auction will be at Riverwalk. The event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. July 28 at the casino on Warrenton Road. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Call 601415-2743.

Food preservation subject of seminar The Warren County Mississippi Homemaker Volunteers will present a freezing and canning demonstration Tuesday. The how-to session will run from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Warren County Extension Office, 1100-C Grove St. Natasha Haynes, a nutrition and food safety agent from the Lincoln County Extension Office, will be the guest speaker at the free program. For more information, call 601-636-5442.

March of Dimes seeks help for walk The March of Dimes is seeking volunteers for its Vicksburg March for Babies. Organizers will meet for a noon Wednesday luncheon at River Region Medical Center. The three-mile fundraiser will take place at River Region in September. For more information, call Melanie Nixon at 662-347-3219 or e-mail her at mnixon@ marchofdimes.com.

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Two from River City headed to stage By Terri Cowart Frazier tfrazier@vicksburgpost.com Two Vicksburg women, one seasoned competitor and one first-time contestant, will be on stage for this year’s Miss Mississippi Pageant. “With it being my third year, I feel more relaxed in who I am,” said Miss Heartland Fenly Akers, the 21-year-old daughter of Tom and Lynda Akers. Akers, who was fourth runnerup in the 2010 contest and hasn’t missed a pageant since she was 5, says she is performing the same dance routine and using the same music as last year — with some tweaking.

Akers land Fenly Miss Heart “My dad is a big believer in don’t mess with success,” she said. First-year competitor Miss Vicksburg Elyssa Lassiter said she won the Miss Senior pageant at Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, “but that was more like a review the student body voted on.” The 22-year-old daughter of Dr. Ethel Lassiter said she’s been busy, “working on everything each day. I am studying a lot on current events

and making sure I have every little outfit together.” Lassiter, who will play the flute for the talent portion of the competition, has been preparing mentally, as well. “I keep a journal and get up early to have quiet time to keep everything in perspective,” she said. In the midst of pageant preparations, both women are working this summer. Akers is an intern with the sales

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ios/E1 t’s photos, b • Contestan 5 /C and officers • Hostesses department at WLBT, the NBC affiliate in Jackson, and Lassiter is teaching zumba and hip-hop at Wyatt’s Gym. Akers is a public relations and broadcasting student at Mississippi State University. Her platform is PAWS for Character: Big Brothers/ Big Sisters of America. See Pageant, Page C5.

Kate Montgomery growing, canning joy Kate Montgomery’s children would say, “That’s not jelly,” when she brought jars of it home from the store. “So I started keeping homemade jelly for the kids,” she said. What began years ago as something to please her three sons — Chris, Steve and Roy — has turned into a pleasant pastime and a lot of people prefer Kate’s brands to the store-bought varieties. You’ll find her, along with husband Walter at a booth each Saturday morning at the Vicksburg Farmers’ Market where she has an assortment of jams, jellies and some vegetables, most

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homegrown and all homeprocessed in Kate’s kitchen. She buys a few items, such as plums and peaches, but the other products come from her garden or the gardens of friends and family. She grows cucumbers, squash, peppers, okra and Bryant Hawkins•The Vicksburg Post

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Kate Montgomery and her husband, Walter, check their tomato bushes.

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Montgomery Continued from Page C1. tomatoes, and there’s a fig tree in her backyard that’s as big as some houses. She climbs a ladder to pick most of those, “and the birds can have those I can’t reach.” Kate grew up at Oak Grove, La., and Walter at Lorman in Jefferson County. They met and married 45 years ago when her father was working in Port Gibson with a paving company. Being one of 13 children, Kate said when growing up, “You had to put up food to survive. You had that food when there was nothing else to eat.” Her mother basically canned essentials such as peas and tomatoes, and her main instruction to her daughter was to make sure everything was clean in the kitchen. “She taught me canning, especially how to can tomatoes,” Kate said. “She’d put a teaspoon of salt in the bottom of the jar and a teaspoon of sugar in the top (or vice versa).” Kate has always followed that recipe with the result that, “I do not lose tomatoes.” This is Kate’s fourth year to be at the Farmers’ Market. When she was approached about having a booth, her

reply was, “All I’ve got is jams and jellies,” and she was assured there was a market for them. She bought a tent, already had a table, “and we went from there.” Some items Kate has always made, but she adds to her list often upon request. Last year when Ron Anderson asked her about candied jalapeños, she found a recipe and recently told him, “See what I’ve got?” They were an instant hit and are among her most popular items, along with pickled okra. A customer’s request is also why she started making pepper jelly — someone asked for it. Kate looked in her cookbooks for a recipe, found one and began making it. She’d never even tasted it until a few years ago, and said her first batch “didn’t have any kick to it.” So each time she made it, she added peppers until, “Now I’ve got the hotness just about where I want it.” One of her rules of thumb in cooking is “the simpler the recipe, the better the quality. Don’t put five or six different

things in there — that’s not going to work.” Not everything she has tried has been a success. Her biggest booboo, she said, was when she put up several jars of peaches, and the leftovers that had some peelings on them ought to make good jelly by just adding more peaches — or so she thought. It didn’t jell, but “that was some of the best syrup.” On each jar is an attractive label with nutritional facts,

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of a few things, but she’s never sold out completely. People often tell her how much they enjoy her products — and she’s never had a complaint. When she and Walter come home from the market, it’s time to start over, to replenish the stock. David Jackson•The Vicksburg Post She’ll work in the Kate Montgomery’s homekitchen awhile, watch made blueberry jam and TV “and mostly nap.” pepper jelly Though it’s work, she thinks of it also as therapy “because I’m in there and the colors of the conbeing quiet, making jelly, tents, especially the tomanot bothering anybody.” It’s toes, are a variety of pretty also a time to reflect, to conhues. Kate cans a few things nect with friends, because in quarts but mostly uses pints and half-pints but never one of her favorite utensils is a big, old dishpan Brownie “the cute little jars.” There’s Davis gave her. She always not much in those, she said, pulls out that pan when she’s “and I’d feel guilty selling them. I like something that is slicing cucumbers or other vegetables. useful, that will last people a Kate’s kitchen talents week.” aren’t limited to jams and Each Saturday Kate takes jellies and such — she also about a dozen of every item makes candy and cookies but she processes. She’s run out mostly for family. She’s been

known to send care packages to her children. The Vicksburg Farmers’ Market is a summer event, but Kate has regular customers — and new ones — who call in orders all year. One very special customer who often comes to her door always has a spoon in his hand — and he just wants a taste of jelly. He’s only 3 years old! She’s obviously a peopleperson, for Kate loves the atmosphere at the market: “So many nice people. I’ve made so many friends. My booth is next to the Boyds from the Edwards-Bolton area, and their children remind me of my own brothers and sisters when I was that age. It’s like an old-timey county fair.” She works most days in the sales shop at the Vicksburg National Military Park, so she doesn’t go to the market on Wednesdays. Now she’s doing a lot more canning than she used to, “and I can’t imagine getting tired of it. I can’t imagine not doing it. I’m loving every minute of it.” It’s obvious her customers do, too. •

Gordon Cotton is an author and historian who lives in Vicksburg.

local happenings In town Miss Mississippi Pageant Parade: 7 p.m. Monday along Washington Street; Competition: 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday at Vicksburg Convention Center; $100 for four nights, $25 each for Wednesday and Thursday, $30 for Friday, $50 for Saturday; Miss Mississippi Party: 10:30 p.m. Friday at Rainbow Casino’s Rainbow Room; $20; business casual attire; Miss Mississippi Awards Ball: Saturday, after crowning; Rainbow Room; $20; Autograph parties: Monday night after parade at Vicksburg Convention Center; 10-11:15 a.m. Wednesday at George Carr Motor Company on South Frontage Road; 9:30-11:15 a.m. Thursday at Outlets at Vicksburg; Tickets and info: 601-638-6746, missmiss@wave2lan.com, www.missmississippipageant.org.

Vicksburg Farmers’ Market 8-11 a.m. Saturdays and 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays through July 30; Grove and Washington streets; www.vicksburgfarmersmarket. org.

Vicksburg National Military Park Fee-free days: Sept. 24 and Nov. 11-13; Living History: 9 a.m.4 p.m. Friday-July 5, July 15-19, July 22-26 and July 29-31; $8 per vehicle; 601-636-0583.

Haunted Vicksburg ghost tours Fridays-Sundays through October; walking tour, $20 per person; haunted hearse, $25 for group of six; 601-618-6031 or www. hauntedvicksburg.com.

Mississippi Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference and Tradeshow Nov. 14-16 at Vicksburg Convention Center; www.msfruitandveg.com, info@msfruitandveg.com or 601-955-9298.

Vicksburg Theatre Guild Performances: “Gold in the Hills”: July 8-30; Auditions: “Breaking Up is Hard to Do”: 2 p.m. July 9-10 for Sept. 9-11 and 16-18 shows; “Miracle on 34th Street”: 2-5 p.m. Sept. 17 and 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 19-20 for Dec. 2-4 and 9-11 shows; “The Foreigner”: Feb. 11-12 for May 4-6 and 11-13 shows; Tickets: $12 for adults, $10 for 55 and older, $7 for students and $5 for younger than 12; admission for “Gold,” other productions varies; Contact: Parkside Playhouse, 101 Iowa Ave.; 601-636-0471 or www.e-vtg. com.

Book-signings 4 p.m. Tuesday: Dorothy Sample Shawhan and Carolyn Norris, “Spirit of the Delta”; 2 p.m. Saturday: Joe Mac Hudspeth Jr, “ Return to the Southern Wild”; 4 p.m. July 8: Tom Lawrence, “Delta Days: Tales of the Mississippi Delta”; Lorelei Books, 1103 Washington St.; 601-634-8624.

Southern Cultural Heritage Center Ballroom Dance Lessons: 5-6 p.m. today; $20; James Frechette, instructor; mambo, featured dance; Four-day blues basic guitar workshop: 6-8 p.m. July 7, 14, 21, 28; $115 for members, $125 for nonmembers; Richard McComas, instructor; Four-day Glass Painting and Firing Workshop: 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 1114; $160 members, $170 nonmembers; the Rev. Mark Bleakley, instructor; The Delta Mountain Blues Boys: 7-10:30 p.m. July 22; $5 donation; Figure drawing workshop: 2-4:30 p.m. July 24-26, Aug. 22-23; $55 members, $60 nonmembers; the Rev. Mark Bleakley, instructor; easels and drawing boards provided, drawing paper, graphite and charcoal pencils available for purchase; Contact: 601-631-2297 or info@southernculture.org.

Out of Town Jaycees Reunion July 22-24; Holiday Inn-Trustmark Park, 10 Bass Pro Drive, Pearl; 601-966-9464, dorothybrown@msn.com.

Quilt show and demonstration 11 a.m.-1 p.m. July 14 at Gore Galleries, 199 Monroe St., Clinton; free, bring brown bag lunch; runs through Aug. 5; gallery summer hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday; 601-925-7770; rjolly@mc.edu.

Miranda Lambert concert 7:30 p.m. July 21; Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson; tickets: $44.75, $36.75, $26.75; buy at: coliseum box office, North Park Mall Guest Services booth on County Line Road in Ridgeland, 800-745-3000, www.ticketmaster.com.

Opera at Tinseltown 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Pearl theater; $14 adults, $12 for 11 and younger, $13 for students; Wednesday: “Simon Boccanegra”; July 13: “ La Fille du Re’giment”; July 20: “Tosca”; July 27: “Don Carlo”; 601-960-2300.

Jackson Zoo summer hours 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; $9 for adults, $6 for ages 2-12, $8.10 for seniors, free for children younger than 2 and friends of the zoo; 2918 W. Capitol St.; www.jacksonzoo.org.

2012 Governor’s Awards for Excellence Nomination deadline, 5 p.m. July 8; forms at www.arts.state. ms.us/special projects/governors-awards.php; mail to Mississippi Arts Commission, 501N. West St., Suite 101 A, Woolfolk Building, Jackson, MS 39201.

Free Mississippi Museum of Art admission For active duty military personnel and their families through Labor Day; 380 S. Lamar St., Jackson; 601-960-1515 or www.msmuseumart.org.

Mississippi Main Street’s annual awards Tuesday; Grand Ballroom at Old Capital Inn, 226 N. State St.; 1011:30 a.m., silent auction; 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., awards luncheon; $40; 601-944-0113, denisehalbach@msmainstreet.com.

LaRita Smith: An 87-year Perspective Noon-5 p.m. today; Arts Center of Mississippi, 201 E. Pascagoula St., Jackson; works by Jackson artist.

For Foodies Sushi Workshop 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 19 at Southern Cultural Heritage Center; $30 SCHC members, $35 nonmembers; registration required; 601631-2297 or info@southernculture.org.

Nightlife

Beechwood Restaurant & Lounge, 4451 Clay St., 601-636-3761 On stage, with a cover charge, at 9:15 p.m. • Slap Happy — Saturday. • Snazz — July 8-9. • Easy Eddie and the Party Rockers — July 15-16. • Back 40 — July 22-23. • Crossing Dixon — July 30.

LD’s Kitchen, 1111 Mulberry St., 601-636-9838 • 8:30 p.m. each second and fourth Tuesday — Central Mississippi Blues Society Band, local artists; free. • 8:30 p.m. each first and third Tuesday — Soul Unlimited and Sounds Unlimited; free.

Roca Restaurant & Bar, 127 Country Club Drive, 601-638-0800 • 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays — Ben Shaw. • 7-10 p.m. Fridays — Dustin.

Jacques’ Cafe at Battlefield Inn, 4137 N. Frontage Road, 601-661-6264 • 9 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday — Karaoke.

For kids this summer YMCA beginner swim class Ages 5-10; 5-5:50 p.m. and 6-6:50 p.m. Thursday; $25 members, $50 nonmembers; 601-638-1071.

Natchez Trace Junior Rangers Ages 7-12; 10 a.m. Saturdays through July 9; information cabin at Ridgeland; 601-898-9417.

VNMP Junior Ranger Camp Ages 8-12; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 18-22; 601-636-0583.

Wilcox Theater Summer Films 10 a.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays through July 28 at Vicksburg Mall; $3, includes popcorn and drink; groups of 20 or more, 601-6382135; Tuesday-Thursday: “Jimmy Neutron Boy Genius” (G); July 5-7: “Cats and Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore” (PG); July 1214: “How To Train Your Dragon” (PG); July 19-21: “Happy Feet” (PG); July 26-28: “Nanny McPhee Returns” (PG).

Agape Montessori Ages 2-6; 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. through July 27; daily, weekly, monthly rates; 6889 Paxton Road; 601-634-0092.

Eddie Monsour’s at the Biscuit Company, 1100 Washington St., 601-638-1571

Kiddie City Back to Basics

• 8-11 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays — Karaoke. • 8 p.m. Wednesdays — Biscuit & Jam; open mic. • Thursdays — Ladies night.

Academics, art, field trips; $25 registration fee, $75 per week, per child; 1783 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd; 601-638-8108 for dates.

Ameristar Casino, 4116 Washington St., 601-638-1000, www.ameristar.com

Art at Heart

Free at Bottleneck Blues Bar: • Dr. Zarr’s Funkmonster — Variety/funk; Friday-Saturday. • Hoosier Daddies — Variety; July 8-9. • The King Beez — R&B/blues; July 15-16. • Guns of Addiction — Rock; July 22-23. • Jarekus Singleton — R&B/blues; July 29-30. Free at the Cabaret Lounge: • Sinamon Leaf — Variety; Friday-Saturday. • Shabang — Variety; July 8-9. • Nu Corp — R&B/blues; July 15-16. • Ben Shaw — Variety; July 22-23. • BB Secrist — Oldies; July 29-30.

Ages 7 and older; 1-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, July 11-15 and 18-22; 1915-D Mission 66; $135 per week; Lisa Grant, 601-415-9592 or 601-638-0677; registration forms, www.artatheart.webs.com.

FitZone Camps: Superheroes Power, Monday-Thursday; FitZone Olympics, July 11-14; Jungle Adventure, July 18-21; $25 per day for members, $90 per week first child, $70 per week second sibling, $50 per week each sibling after second; for ages 3-10; Fun n’ Fit Friday Nights: 6-9 p.m. through July 29; ages 3-11; $15 for first child, $10 for second, $8 for third; reservations suggested; Location: next to Tan Tastic in Big Lots shopping area on South Frontage Road; Contact: Liz Curtis at 601-638-3778 or www.fitzonegym.com.

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Mr. and Mrs. Gary Braxton Walley The bride is the former Erica Catherine Alford

Mr. and Mrs. Andrey Jarome Moore The bride is the former Lakiksha Shaunta Miller

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Antonio Davis The bride is the former Joyce Melinda McNeil

Davis, McNeil are wed Moore, Miller marry Walley, Alford marry at Pleasant Valley M.B. April 27 in Las Vegas at Convention Center Gary Braxton Walley and Erica Catherine Alford, both of Hattiesburg, were married April 27, 2011, at A Little White Chapel in Las Vegas. The bride is the daughter of John and Shirley Alford of Vicksburg. She is the granddaughter of Trudy Fellows and the late Aubrey Fellows of McComb and the late Clifton and Thelma Alford of Tylertown. The groom is the son of John and Shirley Walley of Richton. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Melton Walley of Petal and the late Mr. and Mrs.

George Odom of Hattiesburg. The bride’s chosen colors were black, white and red. The bride’s parents hosted a reception June 18 at Holiday Inn & Suites in Hattiesburg. Assisting in hosting were Brian and Amy Alford and Mary Bradshaw. The couple honeymooned in Las Vegas and will make their home in Hattiesburg. The bride is adult day care director at Pine Belt Mental Health, and the groom is a sales executive for Superior Optical Lab in Ocean Springs.

Andrey Jarome Moore and Lakiksha Shaunta Miller were married at 4 p.m. April 23, 2011, at Vicksburg Convention Center. The Rev. Johnny Hughes of Port Gibson officiated at the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Deborah Miller and Elijah Jr. and Darlene Johnson, all of Vicksburg. She is the granddaughter of Clara Miller and Elijah and Dorothy Johnson of Vicksburg. The groom is the son of Velma Moore of Vicksburg. Given in marriage by her father, the bride’s chosen colors were fuchsia, turquoise and white. Nuptial selections were performed by Sequoia Curtis. Maids of honor were Jessica Miller and Damoise Brown, both of Vicksburg. Matron of honor was Laquanta ThomasRather of Vicksburg. Bridesmaids were Lameka Miller, Kristen Swartz, Kita Strong, Erica Ellis, Adleine Bingham, Savanna Miller and Laquita Miller, all of Vicksburg. Junior bridesmaids were Spironnica Williams, Jessica Carter, Kenyadha Jones and Quaterrah Carter. Anthony Moore of Vicksburg served as best man. Grooms-

men were Derrick Jackson, Billy Walker, Barry Moore, Damio Moore, Mose Hearron, Jacoby Johnson, Shon Jackson and John Stimage Jr., all of Vicksburg. Junior groomsmen were DeArrius Henyard, Ke’Onta Lawrence, Shawn Douglas and T’Angelo Miller. Ushers were Derrius Miller of Jackson and Calvin Johnson, Tyrone Moore, Dave Anderson and Christopher Johnson, all of Vicksburg. Flower girls were Niyah Thomas, Kelis Henyard, Deztinee Odom and Christionna Johnson, all of Vicksburg. Ring bearer was Fred Mixon Jr. Bible carrier was DeMariyon Parks of Vicksburg. The bride’s daughter, Rukiyah Miller, served as junior bride. Junior groom was Taveion Miller, son of the bride. Special wedding assistant was Syretta Polk of Vicksburg. A reception followed at Vicksburg Convention Center. For a wedding trip, the couple traveled to Mexico. They will make their home in Vicksburg. The groom is employed at W&W Mortgage.

Robert Antonio Davis and Joyce Melinda McNeil were married at 5 p.m. May 28, 2011, at Pleasant Valley M.B. Church, Mississippi 27. Evangelist Mary J. Davis officiated at the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Delia Hall and the late Richard McNeil Sr. She is the granddaughter of Henrietta Lee, the late Ester Lindsey and Marilyn and Roosevelt Jackson of Hopkinsville, Ky. The groom is the son of Gloria Davis-Lynn and Robert Thomas Sr. He is the grandson of Mary and Alfred Davis Sr. and Cellastine and Leon Thomas Sr. The bride was given in marriage by her son, Darryn Scott. Her chosen colors were chocolate, ivory and baby blue. A program of nuptial music was coordinated by William Gordon. Soloists were Anessa Martin, Linda K. Powell, Jaclyn Noel, Rozman Daniels and Robert Davis. Matrons of honor were Pamela Green Miller and Sharon Clark-Marshall. Bridesmaids were Jacqueline Benard, Vanessa Strong, Alfreda Davis, Tiffany Davis, Cynthia Davis, Felice Moore, Kiera Davis, Kourtney Wilkerson, Qui’Shaya Davis and

Wanda Davis. Junior bridesmaid was JaKayla Scott. Robert Thomas Sr. and Jeris Carson served as best men. Groomsmen were Larry Davis Sr., Terrance Davis, Alfred Davis Jr., James Tillman, Robert Scott III, Roosevelt Truitt, Christopher Gaines, Carleton Davis, Christopher Truitt and DaRon Davis. Junior groomsman was Josh Davis. Ushers were Tiana Davis, George Elmore, Larry Davis Jr. and Kashif Gardner. Flower girls were Destini Sims, Aniyia Williams and Ananda Williams. Ring bearer was Nathan Tyler. Bible carrier was Trevis Davis. Larry Davis Sr. served as bell ringer. A reception followed at St. Paul Family Life Center, Bovina. Hostesses were Christine Gaines, Georgia Elmore, Alberta Wheeler, Regina Frank, Veronica Thomas, Katrina Gaines, Felicia Gaines, LeVaughn Reynolds, LaDonna Gaines, Jasmine Davis and Jeremy Davis. The couple will honeymoon at a later date. The bride is employed at Riverwalk Casino, and the groom is a singer/ songwriter.

Grover and Mable Sanders

Sanderses to celebrate Grover and Mable Sanders of Vicksburg will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary Tuesday. They were married June 28, 1946, in Terry.

They are the parents of three children, Jeanette Wilson, Denise Sherman and the late Grover “Sandy” Sanders III.

Are you planning a wedding? The Vicksburg Post will publish an engagement announcement before the wedding date. The Sunday before the wedding, we will list your wedding in a roundup of those planned for the week. The wedding writeup and photo will run, as space allows, as soon as possible after the wedding. Wedding information submitted more than two months after the ceremony is too late for use. There is no charge to publish any of the announcements submitted within our time limits. Brides who submit information past the deadline or who wish to include additional details not requested on our forms (such as dress descriptions or decorations) may do so at a cost of 50 cents per word. A $100 fee will be charged to include a photo if the information is posted after our deadline. Information for engagement and wedding announcements should be submitted on forms provided by The Vicksburg Post. They are available at the newspaper office, 1601 N. Frontage Road, or online at vicksburgpost.com. Forms should be filled out in full, typewritten when possible or legibly written. A phone number on the form is required. Photos of the bride or couple should be close-ups when possible; unfiltered, glossy images in 5-by-7 or 4-by-6 reproduce best. Inferior quality photos will be refused. For more information, call 601-636-4545, ext. 131.

Mr. and Mrs. Eric Lamont Carson The bride is the former Chiquita Renee Lyons

Dorothy L. Robinson Engaged to marry Roosevelt Bailey Jr.

Mr. Carson, Miss Lyons Robinson to wed Bailey recite vows in Arkansas at New Mt. Zion Church Eric Lamont Carson and Chiquita Renee Lyons were married at 10:30 a.m. June 13, 2011, in Lake Village, Ark. Velma Johnson officiated at the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Pennie Lyons of Vicksburg. She is the granddaughter of the late Mary Lyons of Vicksburg and Jerry Lyons of Richmond, Calif.

The groom is the son of Ethel Carson and the late Adolph Carson of Vicksburg. The bride’s chosen colors were pink and silver. A reception was held at 6 p.m. June 18 at Town and Country. Hostesses were Pennie Lyons and Jackie Moore. The couple will make their home in Vicksburg.

Dorothy L. Robinson and Roosevelt Bailey Jr., both of Vicksburg, will be married at 9:30 a.m. July 3, 2011, at New Mount Zion Church, 516 Feld St. All relatives and friends are invited to attend. Miss Robinson is the daughter of the late Grace and Wardell “Gar” Johnson. She is the granddaughter of the late Willie E. and James Robinson

and the late Minnie Terry. Mr. Bailey is the son of the late Dorothy and George Grayer and Roosevelt Bailey Sr. The bride-elect is a graduate of Vicksburg High School. The prospective groom is a graduate of Rosa A. Temple High School and is employed at Cooper Lighting.

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Mr. and Mrs. Carleton P. Davis The bride is the former Courtney LeAnn Carson

Davis, Carson marry at St. Mary’s Center Carleton P. Davis and Courtney LeAnn Carson were married at 5 p.m. April 16, 2011, at St. Mary’s Center. The Rev. Henry Taylor officiated at the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Vernon and Mary Thomas of Vicksburg and Walter L. Carson of Clarksdale, Tenn. She is the granddaughter of Ida Mae Evans, Robert Funches, R.D. Evans Sr., the late Maggie LeAnn Carson, the late Walter Lester Carson Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Thomas, all of Vicksburg. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Lynn of Vicksburg. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Davis Sr. of Vicksburg. Given in marriage by her parents, the bride’s chosen colors were red, white and silver. Music was presented by Johnny Gibson and Shellon Chambers Wilson. Maid of honor was LaFarran Renée Durman of Vicksburg. Matron of honor was Amber Harper Harris of Vicksburg. Bridesmaids were Verna Caressia Thomas, Chelsea Evans, Shametris Thomas, Ashley McNeil, Tonya Carson-Ray, LaMarshal Davis and Shay Davis, all of Vicksburg. George Stanley Doyle and Collin Carvey served as best men. Groomsmen were Larry

Evans and Phillip Evans, both of Hinesville, Ga., and Vincent Durman Jr., Terrance Davis, Tony Davis and Rashad Marley, all of Vicksburg. Ushers were Bobby Hagan Jr., Jarred Jackson and Larry Davis Jr., all of Vicksburg. Flower girls were Zaydah Evans, Harmony Harris and Laterria Dixon. Ring bearers were David Evans and Braylan Evans. Bible bearer was Antonio Evans. Terrance Simpson served as announcer. A reception followed at the center. Hosts were Nicole Tolliver, Megan Smith, Carla Whitney, Doris Murrell, Gail Floyd, Zilkia Evans, Rebecca Tribble and Larry Prentiss. For a wedding trip, the couple traveled to Savannah, Ga. They will make their home in Vicksburg. Rehearsal dinner The groom’s mother and the Gloria Davis family honored the couple with a rehearsal dinner. Shower Pamela Durman, LaFarran Durman, Mary Thomas, Megan Smith, Janice Thomas, Annie Knight, Ida Price, Gloria Pinkney, Gloria Davis, Theresa Adams and family and friends honored the bride with a miscellaneous shower.

upcoming weddings

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july 1

• Jacqueline Battle and Joseph Nelson Brown Sr. 1 p.m. in private ceremony

july 2 • Lea Michelle Covington and Michael Paul Ashley 2 p.m. at Northside Baptist Church Reception to follow Family and friends are invited

• The kindergarten class of Dara Hendrix at Beechwood Elementary has won the “Think Green, Keep MissisDara sippi Clean” Hendrix contest sponsored by the Mississippi Department of Transportation. Hendrix was presented with a $300 gift certificate from Walmart by Karen Philipp, state litter program coordinator, and Wanda Woodard, District III litter program coordinator. • Dr. Akash Dania, an assistant professor of finance in the School of Business at Alcorn State University, has had his manuscript “Approaching the Asian Elephant: Understanding Business-to-Business Relationships in India” published in the International Business and Economics Research Journal.

• Vicksburg High School graduates Christine Figueroa and Emily Sluis have been named recipients of Christine Sarah GardFigueroa ner Memorial Grantsin-Aid of the Chi chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International, an honor society for educators. Emily Christine is Sluis the daughter of Feb and Nelyn Figueroa; Emily is the daughter of Dr. Gordon and Jennifer Sluis. • Robert A. Sanders, a rising sophomore at St. Aloysius High School, has been selected for memberRobert A. ship into the

Sanders

National Society of High School Scholars. Selection is based on academic excellence. He is the son of David and Jeanne Sanders.

• Jason Jamar Grigsby and LaSonya Tonette Neal, both of Utica, received degrees during spring commencement exercises this month at Mississippi College. • James Ebersole of Vicksburg has graduated from Boston College with a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing, management and leadership.

cron Rho Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity were Elizabeth Rayfield, $1,500; Jonathan Hood, $1,000; Amarri Robinson, $750; and Dominique Williams, $500. Rayfield, daughter of David and Lisa Rayfield, will attend Mississippi State University; Hood, son of Columbus and Julia Hood, and Robinson, daughter of Tonya Anderson, will both attend Alcorn State University. Williams, son of Dwayne Williams and Carni Naylor, will attend Jackson State University. All are Warren Central High School graduates.

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Upcoming events

• Meredith F. Edney and Lexie L. Strong, both of Vicksburg, have been named to the spring semester dean’s list at Samford University in Birmingham, Ala.

Warren Central Developmental Basketball Camp — For girls in grades 4-8; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 5-8; cost is $50, includes T-shirt; registration, 8-9 a.m. July 5 at Warren Central High School; Jackie Martin-Brown, 601638-3372.

Degrees

Scholarships • Recipients of the Omicron Rho Lambda Education Foundation of the Omi-

HONOR ROLLS St. Aloysius Fourth nine weeks 12th grade: Principal’s list — Margie Blanche, Will Burnett, Cicily Chiarito, Taylor Ann Hasty, Anna Haygood, Natalie Henry, Ashley Herndon, Sara Howington, Sean Johnson, Hunter Johnson, Jana McAlpin, Lauren Rabalais, Alida Spaulding and Evan Winschel. 11th grade: Principal’s list — Andy Bell, Ashtin Giambrone, Charles Gravens, Riley Griffith, Chris Luke, Jean Marie Mabry, Wyly Paris, John Phillips, Jose Sanchez, Kelsey Simmons, Morgan Stone and

Morgan Teller. 10th grade: Principal’s list — Matthew Bell, Elliott Bexley, Hannah Campbell, Peter Cauthen, Steven Cialone, Patrick Coccaro, Andrew Collins, Bryce Daniels, Alexa Engel, Anna Grant, Darren Hou, Sage Lewis, Madison Lumbley, Mallory McGuffee, Matthew Mims, Stephanie Riveros, Madeline Thornton and Trace Thornton. Ninth grade: Principal’s list — Brayden Banks, Deionna Benard, Koury Eargle, Michael Foley, Grace Franco, Rhett Hasty, Blake Hudson, John Austin Jones, Carter Kemp, Eren

Kilic, Lara Lamanilao, Julie Mabry, Austin Mathis, Amanda Paris, Chris Sanders, Rob Sanders, Barrett Teller, Sara Townsend, Kori Vessell and Wally Wibowo. Eighth grade: Principal’s list — Sarah Ruth Andrews, Alexa Baldizon, Travis Blanche, Bash Brown, Blaine Butler, Cameron Curtis, Luke Eckstein, Alyssa Engel, Mary Kalusche, Jacob Kitchens, Aaron Mathis, Beth Newman, Michaela Parham, Avery Parman, Laura Phillips, Kevi Raez, John Tillman Thomas, Tori Thomas, George Tzotzolas,

Maggie Waites, Katrinka Wayne, Caroline Webb and Allie Willis. Seventh grade: Principal’s list — Shelby Bottin, Katelyn Brock, Joshua Brown, Grace Burnett, Tanner Chambers, Elizabeth Counts, Lyndsey Cowart, Taylor DeRossette, Casey Griffith, Dale Griffith, DeMichael Harris, Nicole Hayward, Lane Hynum, Christie Johnson, Katie Martin, Sara Katherine McDaniel, Taft Nesmith, Will Pierce, Gabriel Riveros, Lee Simpson, Ian Ulmer, John Owen Upshaw, Lofton Varner, Rett Verhine and Tyler Williams.

Stephen Colbert, Jack White cut record together NEW YORK (AP) — Stephen Colbert wants to climb the charts. Colbert debuted his new Jack White-produced single, “Charlene II (I’m Over You)” on “The Colbert Report” Thursday night. Colbert has featured White on “The Colbert Report” all week during his “rock odyssey” series, “Dr. Pepper Presents StePhest ColbChella “011 — Rock You Like a ThirstIcane.” The former White Stripe and his Nashville-based record label, Third Man Records, produced the track. The Black Belles, a goth girl rock band on Third Man, performed backup. The reference of the song is one only die-hard members of the Colbert Nation likely will grasp. It’s a follow-up to his mock ‘80s new wave song, “Charlene (I’m Right Behind You).” Since 2006, Colbert has occasionally alluded to the song and suggested that before his conservative pundit character became a TV show host,

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he was the lead singer in a group called Stephen and the Colberts. But the sequel, “Charlene II (I’m Over You),” is entering the real world. The song is to be available from iTunes and Third Man Records, including on vinyl copies. There’s even a limited edition redwhite-and-blue edition, with the vinyl dyed in the colors of the flag. Colbert and White will be selling copies Friday in Manhattan from the Third Man Records’ “rolling record store” — a truck that travels the country selling the label’s music. This is White’s second collaboration with a late-night talk show host. Last year he

released a live rockabilly album with Conan O’Brien. Colbert has taken every chance to remind White that he’s a Grammy winner. Colbert’s “A Colbert Christmas” won the Grammy for best comedy album in 2010. But this is far from the comedian’s first foray into musi-

cal performance. Among his greatest hits are a performance of “Empire State of Mind” with Alicia Keys, a “shred-off” with the Decemberists and a rendition of Rebecca Black’s “Friday.”

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• Miss Mississippi Parade — 7 p.m. Monday along Lassiter is a graduate of Washington Street. Southern University, and • Competition — 8 p.m. is working on a master’s Wednesday-Saturday degree from Mississippi at Vicksburg ConvenCollege in applied comtion Center; $100 for munication. Her platfour nights, $25 each for form is Let’s B.O.O.G.I.E. Wednesday and Thurs(Banish Our Obesity day, $30 for Friday, $50 Growth Through Initiatfor Saturday. ing Exercise). • Miss Mississippi Party This year’s Miss Mis— 10:30 p.m. Friday at sissippi Pageant features Rainbow Casino’s Rain45 women, 26 new and bow Room; $20; busi19 returning. Events kick off Monday night ness casual attire. with a parade downtown • Miss Mississippi and an autograph party Awards Ball — Satur-

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afterward. Preliminary competition runs Wednesday through Friday at the convention center, with a winner crowned Saturday night in a live, televised broadcast. The winner will advance to the Miss America Pageant in January.

day after crowning; Rainbow Room; $20. • Autograph parties — Monday night after parade at convention center; 10-11:15 a.m. Wednesday at George Carr Motor Company on South Frontage Road; 9:30-11:15 a.m. Thursday at Outlets at Vicksburg. • Judges seminar — 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at convention center. • Tickets — 601-638-6746, missmiss@wave2lan.com, www.missmississippipageant.org.

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PHOTOS BY OUR READERS Marian Love Phillips

Michael Jones

Bob Phillips

Bob Phillips was walking his dog near his Vicksburg home when he looked up and saw this sight in the sky.

Debbie Kennedy McMullen

Marian Love Phillips was in the historic observation structure at the Vicksburg National Cemetery when she snapped this photo of American flags standing near tombstones.

Michael Jones of Vicksburg simply sat still for this squirrel to make a meal of small cheese crackers. Debbie Kennedy McMullen said she has been quite pleased with this passion flower she planted in her spring garden this year.

Doug Clarke

Joseph Jackson

GIVE US YOUR BEST SHOT! The Vicksburg Post will accept for publication photos submitted by readers. The photos should be current and of interest to the public, either because of their subject matter or their oddity, or the photographic skill shown. These are the criteria that will be used in determining which photos will be published. Submitted photos should be accompanied by complete caption information and include a phone number for the photographer, which will not be published. Photos may be submitted electronically at newsreleases@vicksburgpost.com, in person at Post Plaza or by mail to The Doug Clarke of Vicksburg said he believes his neighbors must wonder about his Vicksburg Post, News photos, P.O. mental faculties when they see him in a slow belly crawl in his yard to snap a photo Box 821668, Vicksburg, MS 39182. like this one of a Buckeye.

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Joseph Jackson of Vicksburg said he was walking in his yard when he heard a crunching sound and saw this squirrel having a snack.

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128 Robinhood

Southern elegance & comfort! Front porch welcomes you to this 4bdrm/4bath home on private, wooded 2.36 acre setting. Hardwood floors, floor to ceiling windows, formal areas, & spacious kitchen w/cherry cabinets. Screened porch on back of house for added living space. 2929 square feet. $315, 000. Call Marianne 601-415-6868.

108 Terrace St.

NEAT HOME, GREAT YARD! 3BR/2B, separate living/dining, separate den with fireplace, sunroom and fenced tree shaded back yard, 2 car carport.

101 Terrace St.

PRESENTED BY

One of Vicksburg's finest neighborhoods and finest home in the neighborhood. Even has a neighborhood pool owners can join. Beautiful corner lot!

JONES & UPCHURCH, INC.

Marianneay ones M J

Call Andrea at

REALTOR ASSOCIATEÂŽ

601-831-6490

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Over 33 years of experience put to work for you! EMAIL: ANDREA@JONESANDUPCHURCH.COM Andrea Upchurch WWW.VICKSBURGHOMES.COM

208 Olde Trace

& Coldwell Banker All Stars

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FREE TO GOOD HOME Flood displaced half Border Collie half Cocker Spaniel young dog. All shots. Spayed. Black with white markings. Great child's pet. 601-638-9806.

14. Pets & Livestock AKC/ CKC REGISTERED Yorkies, Yorkie-Poos, Maltese, Malti-Poos. $400 and up! 601-218-5533,

Vicksburg Warren Humane Society & MS - Span Low Cost Spay & Neuter Program CATS: Male . .$25 Female ........$35 DOGS (UNDER 40 LBS): Male . .$55 Female ........$65 â&#x20AC;˘ For the above category of animals, pick up applications at the Humane Society DOGS (OVER 40 LBS): Male . .$70 Female ........$80 â&#x20AC;˘ For dogs over 40 lbs, call 866-901-7729 for appt.

Hwy 61 S - 601-636-6631

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Foster a Homeless Pet!

18. Miscellaneous For Sale

Âź HORSE POWER 3 phase 220/440 Volt TEFC industrial electric motor. 1725 RPM 48 frame, brand new. $35. 601-634-6121, leave message.

CLASSROOM STUDENT DESKS. Clearance sale. Discount Furniture Barn, 601-638-7191.

2 PLOTS FOR sale Green Lawn Cemetery. Crosses section. Lot 26 units 1 and 2. $1,200. 212-864-1867. ARENDER FARM'S FRESH tomatoes $1.25 per pound. 935 Tucker Road. 601-636-3941. GO CART. 6.0 power, boy's have outgrown it. Regular price $1399, will sell for $550. 601-429-5031, leave message.

17. Wanted To Buy $ I BUY JUNK CARS $ I will pickup your junk car and pay you cash today! Call 601-618-6441.

Real Estate McMillin And

Updated and Affordable! 3 bedroom, 2 bath, Covered Patio, Large lot. $149,900 Call Vanessa today, 601-415-4114.

LEECH REAL ESTATE OF VICKSBURG, INC.

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50 BURTON LANE 108 SAWGRASS DRIVE 124 WESTWOOD DRIVE 2280 FREETOWN ROAD 103 Pear Orchard Drive Vicksburg, MS 39180 601-636-3116 Fax 601-636-3118

107 TWIN CREEKS DRIVE

Make a lasting impression with this stunning executive home. New hardwood floors, new paint, roof, appliances. Master bedroom downstairs. Beautifully landscaped 2.57 acres. $269,900.

1215 Lakeside

reathacrear@aol.com

14. Pets & Livestock

115 Robinhood

Built in 1995, this wonderful home is located on 2.43 acres, has new hardwood floors and marble countertops. $149,900.

601-831-1742 601-634-8928

10. Loans And Investments

Country living and great location. Brick. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, separate den. Good condition. Recently painted and updated. 20' X 20' Shop/storage. $118,500

SUNDAY JUNE 26TH 2:00PM-4:00PM

2735 Washington Street, Vicksburg, MS 39180 â&#x20AC;˘ 601-638-6243

175 Clifton Drive

REATHA CREAR

10836 HALLS FERRY ROAD

601-415-6868 marianne.jones@coldwellbanker.com

278 Lakeside Drive

Gorgeous brick home has 4 New brick house. BR and 3 full BA. Formal dining room and master 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, suite have tray ceilings. fireplace, w hirlpool tub, Master bath has whirlpool 2 car garage, fenced yard. tub and large shower, dou- City utilities, county taxes. ble vanity, beautiful hard- Haleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Point. $176, 500 wood floors, 2 car garage and more! $269, 000.

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11. Business Opportunities

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Jimmy Ball REALTORÂŽ

Beverly McMillin

601-218-3541

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18. Miscellaneous For Sale C heapest Prices in Town! Town!

Live Crawfish $1.75/lb Fresh Seafood & Sack Oysters

STRICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SEAFOOD 601-218-2363 EAGLE LAKE, MS The Best Juke Box in Warren County

1-800-826-8104

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18. Miscellaneous For Sale

19. Garage & Yard Sales

21. Boats, Fishing Supplies

LOTS OF QUALITY Furniture and Carpets! Stretch your $$$ *Great Prices, layaways, All About Bargains, 1420 Washington, Downtown, 601-631-0010.

STILL HAVE STUFF after your Garage Sale? Donate your items to The Salvation Army, we pick-up! Call 601-636-2706.

2 JET SKI'S READY FOR THE LAKE 1999 Seadoo 2 seater and 1996 3 Seater Seadoo in excellent condition double trailer $5,500. 601-415-2838 601-630-0165. On site at Carpet One of Vicksburg.

THE PET SHOP â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vicksburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pet Boutiqueâ&#x20AC;? 3508 South Washington Street Pond fish, Gold fish, Koi, fish food aquarium needs, bird food, designer collars, harnesses & leads, loads of pet supplies! Bring your Baby in for a fitting today!

SALE SALE!!!

READ THE CLASSIFIEDS DAILY! DAILY!

11. Business Opportunities

Great new neighborhood & location. This French Country home is under construction with an open floor plan tht features 9 & 10' ceilings, custom moldings & cabinetry, 3 BR & 2 1/2 BA with a 300 square foot bonus room above garage which could be used an office, playroom or 4th bedroom.

11. Business Opportunities

Discount Furniture Barn 601-638-7191. USED TIRES! LIGHT trucks and SUV's, 16's, 17's, 18's, 19's, 20's. A few matching sets! Call TD's, 601-638-3252.

Ask us how to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Post Sizeâ&#x20AC;? your ad with some great clip art! Call the Classified Ladies at 601-636-Sell (7355).

20. Hunting MEMBERS WANTED. 61 North Hunting club. $600/ year. 601-831-0374, 601529-6062.

2004 TRACKER GRIZZLY. 16 foot with 40 horse power Mercury, trolling motor and trailer. Olive green, used about 10-15 hours, very good condition. $6,200 or best offer. Call 601-8312038. What's going on in Vicksburg this weekend? Read The Vicksburg Post! For convenient home delivery call 601-636-4545, ask for circulation.

07. Help Wanted

1-800-826-8104 WANTED: ANYTHING OLD-Money,coins,war relics, books,photos,documents, etectera.601-618-2727. WE BUY ESTATES. Households and quality goods. Best prices. You call, we haul! 601-415-3121, 601-661-6074. www.msauctionservice.com 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. WE PAY CASH for junk. Cars, trucks. Vans, SUVs, and old dump trucks. 601638-5946 or 601-529-8249.

Call the Shelter for more information.

HAVE A HEART, SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PETS! Look for us on www.petfinder.com

07. Help Wanted

SAYING â&#x20AC;&#x153;SAYONARAâ&#x20AC;? TO your sound system? Let the classifieds give the lowdown on your hi-fi; like make, model, wattage, and when to call. Classified... fast-action results. 636-SELL.

07. Help Wanted

Licensed Practical Nurse Position Available 3pm-11pm Shift Sign-On Bonus Contact Lori Hackler, Heritage Manor of Rolling Fork 431 West Race Street Rolling Fork, MS 662-873-6218

NEEDED!! ACCOUNTS MANAGER Must be computer literate, have good accounting skills, must be able to multi-task, work with deadlines, have good people skills. Apply in person to:

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1601-F North Frontage Road / Post Plaza / Vicksburg, Mississippi 39180 P.O. Box 821668 / Vicksburg, Mississippi 39182-1668 601-636-4545 / Classified 601-636-SELL / Fax 601-634-0897 www.vicksburgpost.com

RECOGNIZE YOUR 4-H MEMBERS BY PLACING THEIR PICTURES IN OUR SPECIAL SECTION TO PRINT IN JULY. CALL 601-636-7355 TODAY FOR DETAILS.

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24. Business Services ALLBRITE CONSTRUCTION WATER & FIRE Cleanup & Restoration All Home Repairs One call does it all! Licensed & Insured

228-348-2921

Toni Walker Terrett Attorney At Law 601-636-1109 • Bankruptcy Chapter 7 and 13 • Social Seurity Disability • No-fault Divorce

FREE ESTIMATES TREY GORDON ROOFING & RESTORATION •Roof & Home Repair (all types!) •30 yrs exp •1,000’s of ref Licensed • Insured 601-618-0367 • 601-456-4133

D & D TREE CUTTING •Trimming • Lawn Care • Dirt Hauled • Insured For FREE Estimates Call “Big James” 601-218-7782 D.R. PAINTING AND CONSTRUCTION. Painting, roofing, carpentry service. Licensed, bonded. Free estimates! Call 601-638-5082. DIRT AND GRAVEL hauled. 8 yard truck. 601638-6740.

29. Unfurnished Apartments

30. Houses For Rent

32. Mobile Homes For Sale

BEAUTIFUL LAKESIDE LIVING

4 BEDROOM, 2 baths. Central heat/ air. Section 8 approved. 601-634-8723 or 601-456-1165.

2006 28X80. LIKE new 4 bedroom, 2 bath, fireplace, entertainment center, glamour bath, big kitchen, huge separate living area. Call David, 601-500-1516.

• 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apts. • Beautifully Landscaped

LOS COLINAS. SMALL 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cottage. Close in, nice. $795 monthly. 601-831-4506.

31. Mobile Homes For Rent

• Lake Surrounds Community

• Pool • Fireplace • Spacious Floor Plans 601-629-6300

MEADOWBROOK PROPERTIES. 2 or 3 bedroom mobile homes, south county. Deposit required. 601-619-9789.

www.thelandingsvicksburg.com

501 Fairways Drive Vicksburg

32. Mobile Homes For Sale

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

601-638-2231 EAGLE LAKE CONDO AVAILABLE Unfurnished, No utilities included, No pets allowed. 2 bedroom, 2 ½ bath. $500 monthly $200 security deposit Min. 6 mth lease. Credit/ Background check required.

Call 601-825-5675 or 601-624-7780.

16x80 BELMONT CUSTOM built. 3 bedroom 2 bath.100% new interior. Zone 2. $16,900, furnished. 601-990-7138. 1999 16x80. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, total electric, new carpet and tile. Priced for quick sale- $14,900! Call David, 601-500-1516. 2004 32x64. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, vinyl siding, shingle roof, central air/ heat, set-up and tie down included. $42,900. Call 662-4172354, 662-417-1209. 2011 16X76. VINYL siding, shingle roof, glamour bath, all fiberglass tubs and shower, insulated windows. Monthly payments as low as $300 a month with approved credit. Call David, 601-500-1516.

DIRT WHERE NEEDED

Fill dirt, top soil, clay gravel, 610, sand, masonry sand, fuel sand. Replace old driveways & do new driveways. Forming and Finishing FRED CLARK 601-638-9233 • 601-218-9233 HOME REPAIR SERVICE. Licensed, bonded, local references, free estimates. 601-868-1133. I-PHONE REPAIR. Buy, sell and repair. Arcue Sanchez - 601-618-9916. River City Lawn Care You grow it - we mow it! Affordable and professional. Lawn and landscape maintenance. Cut, bag, trim, edge. 601-529-6168.

VAN GUARD APARTMENTS. 2 bedroom town house, $500. Washer/ dryer hookup. $100 deposit. Management, 601-631-0805.

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

29. Unfurnished Apartments

MAGNOLIA MANOR APARTMENTS Elderly & Disabled 3515 Manor Drive Vicksburg, Ms. 601-636-3625 Equal Housing Opportunity

25. Wanted To Rent

FOR LEASE- MISSION 66 Suite 4A- Approximately 805 square feet, Suite 4B- Approximately 1605 square feet. CHEAP RENT!! Greg- 601291-1148.

REPOSSESSED MOBILE HOMES- $8000 and up! Single wides, double wides, we deliver all over Mississippi. Save lots of money! Call David, 601500-1516.

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

S HAMROCK A PA RT M E N T S SUPERIOR QUALITY, CUSTOM CABINETS, EXTRA LARGE MASTER BDRM, & WASHER / DRYER HOOKUPS. SAFE!! SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT

601-661-0765 • 601-415-3333

601.630.8209

Member FDIC

REPOSSESSED TRIPLE WIDE. 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. Great condition! Call 601-421-8727, 662-4172354.

Classified Advertising really brings big results!

29. Unfurnished Apartments

2150 South Frontage Road

bkbank.com

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

• CABLE FURNISHED • HIGH SPEED INTERNET ACCESS AVAILABLE • NUMEROUS LAVISH AMENITIES • SPARKLING SWIMMING POOL • BASKETBALL COURT • VOLLEYBALL COURT www.gfprop.com

601-636-0503

28. Furnished Apartments

• 2160 S. Frontage Rd.

COMPLETELY FURNISHED. 1 Bedroom apartment. Utilities provided iIncluding cable, internet and laundry room. $900 a month. 601-415-9027 or 601-6384386.

Corporate Apartments. Cable, Wi-Fi, off-street parking, pool. Pets OK. 1 BR - $900 monthly Studio - $700 monthly 601-638-2000 DUPLEX 3 BEDROOM, FURNISHED or unfurnished. $1050, water,electric, DIRECTV included. 601-218-5348.

29. Unfurnished Apartments 1 LARGE BEDROOM, 1315 China Street, appliances. $400 monthly, plus deposit. 601-631-1413. 2 BEDROOM $400 rent, 3 BEDROOM $450 rent, 4 BEDROOM $500 rent. All are duplexes, $200 deposit. Refrigerator and stove. 601-634-8290.

THE COVE Tired of high utility bills? Country Living at it’s BEST! Paid cable, water & trash! Washer & Dryer, Microwave included! Ask about our

SPECIAL!

601-415-8735

Barnes Glass Quality Service at Competitive Prices #1 Windshield Repair & Replacement

Vans • Cars • Trucks •Insurance Claims Welcome•

AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS Jason Barnes • 601-661-0900

BUFORD CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. 601-636-4813 State Board of Contractors Approved & Bonded Haul Clay, Gravel, Dirt, Rock & Sand All Types of Dozer Work Land Clearing • Demolition Site Development & Preparation Excavation Crane Rental • Mud Jacking

ROSS

FLOORING INSTALLATION • Licensed • Insured •Custom showers • Residential • Commercial • Ceramic tile New Homes FUSON ELECTRIC, INC. Framing, Remodeling, •Porcelain tile•Wood flooring 25 YRS. EXPERIENCE •Laminate flooring Cabinets, Flooring, •Vinyl tile • Flood Inspections Roofing & Vinyl Siding

CONSTRUCTION

State Licensed & Bonded

Jon Ross 601-638-7932 DEWEY’S LAWN MOWING SERVICES

Russell Sumrall 601-218-9809

Matthew - 601-218-5561 Amos - 601-831-7605

•Lawn Maintenance •Trimming/ Prunning •Seasonal Cleanups •Straw/ Mulch •Rake leaves & remove

FREE ESTIMATES No Job Too Small

Dewey 601-529-9817

A.C.’S FOUNDATION

✰ HOUSE LEVELING ✰

If your floors are sagging or shaking, WE CAN HELP! floor joists, seals STRAIGHT LINE We&replace pillars. We also install BUILDERS termite shields. Courteous•Competent•Committed •Water Restoration • Remodeling ✰ Reasonable ✰ Insured •Sheetrock •Windows •Flooring •General Construction •Decks •Roofing •Doors •Siding •Fencing •Landscaping •Over 25 yrs. Exp. •Insured •Local References No Job Too Small!

Your Flood Specialist! Jeff Beal (Owner)

601•642•7142 jeffreydbeal@yahoo.com

FLOOD RECOVERY Dozer and Trackhoe Work Debris Hauling & Demolition. Give us a call. We will take care of everything. Call Dave 601-551-8503

601-543-7007

PATRIOTIC

SPEEDIPRINT & OFFICE SUPPLY

• FLAGS

• Business Cards • Letterhead • Envelopes • Invoices • Work Orders • Invitations

• BANNERS • BUMPER STICKERS • YARD SIGNS

Show Your Colors!

M&M HOUSE Professional Services & Competitive Prices MOVING & RAISING • Landscaping • Septic Systems • Irrigation: Install & Repair •34 years experience • Commercial & Residential •Fully insured Grass Cutting Licensed • Bonded • Insured www.mmhousemovers.com 12 years experience Roy Simmons (Owner) 601-218-8341

WE ACCEPT CASH , (601) 638-2900 CHECKS AND Fax (601) 636-6711 MOST MAJOR 1601-C North Frontage Road CREDIT CARDS . Vicksburg, MS 39180

Simmons Lawn Service

865-803-8227

601-636-SELL (7355)

34. Houses For Sale

To advertise your business here for as little as $2.83 per day, call our Classified Department at 601-636-7355. All Business & Service Directory Ads MUST BE PAID IN ADVANCE !

34. Houses For Sale McMillin Real Estate

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

601-636-8193 VicksburgRealEstate.com

601-634-8928 2170 S. I-20 Frontage Rd. www.ColdwellBanker.com www.homesofvicksburg.net Rental including Corporate Apartments Available 121 STARLIGHT. ENCHANTED Hills. Everything new, large back yard. $82,000. Bette Paul Warner, 601-218-1800. McMillin Real Estate. www.Lakehouse.com

Spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartment homes!

1911 Mission 66

318-322-4000

NEW 16X76. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, vinyl siding, shingle roof. Only $27,400! Call 601-619-1555, 803972-3867.

223 FAIRWAYS DRIVE Two story 3000+ square feet. Master Bedroom & 1.5 Bath downstairs, 3 bedroom & 2 bath upstairs. Den, formal dining, study/parlor, kitchen with breakfast area. $304,000. By owner 601-415-2927.

Apartment Homes

✰✰FOR LEASE✰✰

BRIAN MOORE REALTY Connie - Owner/ Agent

manufacturedhousingconsult ingservices. com

Beautiful custom built home overlooking Vicksburg Country Club golf course. Features split plan w/ 4 BR, 2.5 BA. Huge master suite has large BA with oversized spa tub & separate shower. Priced to sell below appraised value. For appt to view this wonderful home, call (601) 218-1900.

INTO THE GOOD LIFE!

26. For Rent Or Lease

Office or Retail! Great Location!

MOBILE HOME DEFECT INSPECTIONS. Construction and installation defect inspections on new manufactured homes. Contact Harold Mouser, 601-6386587 or website

34. Houses For Sale

CROSS OVER

CAUCASIAN LADY LOOKING for a bedroom to rent in your home. Call Elaine at 601-618-7891.

Suite B-Apprx. 2450 sq. ft. Suite E-Apprx. 1620 sq. ft.

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

The Vicksburg Post

BEAUTIFUL HOUSE FOR SALE 2 bedroom 1 bath completely remodeled quick sale $40,000 wood floors- all electric 601-415-2838, 601-634-0440. COZY HOME FOR SALE 903 Polk Street- MUST SEE Precious 2 bedroom 1 bath spacious home. $54,000. 601-415-2838,601-634-0440

EAGLE LAKE 3 modular homes Lakefront Make Offer Bette Paul Warner 601-218-1800 McMillin Real Estate www.Lakehouse.com

Remember...

CLASSIFIEDS REALLY GO THE DISTANCE! Call 601-636-SELL

To Place Your Ad.

34. Houses For Sale • 100 Pear Orchard Office space for lease 4 separate offices, $750 a month. • Savannah Hills lot $38,000 • Redwood lots 1 acre lots. $13,000 each. • 898 National Street Duplex $34,000. • 100 Wigwam off 61 South 4 bedrooms 2 bath, $78,500. • 14 Mission Park lot $65,000. • 4215 Lee Road 3 bedroom 2 bath built 2007, 2245 sq. ft. $238,900. • 5.3 acres Georgeann Drive Bellaire Subdivision $55,000. • Littlewood lots Starting at $57,000 from 1 to 12 acres each • 1112 Choctaw Trail 3 bedroom 2 1/2 above ground pool with deck all around $219,000. • 1722 Eisenhower 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 1441sq. ft. $118,000. • Mission 66 office space rent 1600 sq ft ,$1600 a month Call Jennifer Gilliland McMillin Real Estate 601-218-4538

CLOSET PHOBIA? Clear out the skeletons in yours with an ad in the classifieds.

601-636-SELL

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We Write Thousands Of Best Sellers Every Year... We’re The Vicksburg Post Classified Advertising Department . . . our job is to help you write effective classified ads so you can have best sellers too! Give us a call . . . we’ll write one for you! Call (601) 636-SELL.

Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, Closed Saturday & Sunday. Post Plaza, 1601-F North Frontage Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180 • P. O. Box 821668 Vicksburg, MS 39182.

Classified Information

Classified...Where Buyers And Sellers Meet. Line Ad Deadlines Classified Display Classified Ad Rates Internet 36. Farms & 36. Farms & 38. Farm 34. Houses 34. Houses 37. Recreational Ads:& Trucks 40. Cars &Classified Trucks Line 40. Cars AdsSale to appear Deadline http://www.vicksburgpost.com Acreage Acreage Implements/ For For Sale Vehicles Deadlines Starting at 1-4 Lines, 1 Day for $8.28 Monday 2 p.m., Friday Heavy Equipment GUARANTEED Ads to appear Deadline Tuesday 5 p.m., Friday F I N A N C I N G ! ! ! Errors Monday 5 p.m., Thursday Classified Line Das Starting at 1-4 Lines, 1 Day for $8.32

1411 ELM STREET. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, new roof. $9,500. 601-529-5376.

HOUSE ON THE LAKE Eagle Lake - MUST SEEBeautiful 3,000 square foot remodeled home enclosed screen porch -large Pier has 2 boat slips with 2 new electrical boat lifts,100'x 351' shaded private lot. $269,000. Call 601-415-2838, 601634-0440.

1997 36 FOOT Terry 5th wheel camper. Fully loaded, washer/ dryer, shower. $4900. 601-218-5400.

4 BR, 2.5 BA, 2106 Sq. ft. Whirlpool tub, 2-story w/ basement. $89,000. 115 Robinhood 4 BR, 2.5 BA, new hardwood floors, paint, roof and appliances. Beautifully landscaped on 2.57 acres. $269,900. 1589 Culkin Road 22.5 acres with 1920 farmhouse. House being sold as is. $299,900 1215 Lakeside Drive Located on 2.43 acres, new hardwood floors, marble countertops. $149,900. 333 Laney Camp Lake Chotard fishing camp. 4 BR w/porch. Covered cooking area and shed holds 2 boats. $99,900. 511 Longwood Edwards - Brick 3 BR, 2 BA. Great yard. $59,000. 305 Woodland Edwards - 3 BR, 2 BA brick, covered patio, storage bldg. $119,900.

We buy JUNK CARS, VANS, SUV’S, TRUCKS, SCHOOL BUSES, HEAVY EQUIPMENT, HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS & TRAILERS. Whether your junk is running or not, & PAY YOU CASH NOW. Call today, we'll come pick your junk up with CASH in hand!

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

HOUSE FOR SALE, NEW EVERYTHING! Shady Lane, great contemporary color scheme, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Priced in the $80's. Must be pre-approved. Call to view, 601-631-0056 or 601-415-5888.

Licensed in MS and LA

Jones & Upchurch Real Estate Agency 1803 Clay Street www.jonesandupchurch.com Carla Watson...............601-415-4179 Mary D. Barnes .........601-966-1665 Stacie Bowers-Griffin...601-218-9134 Jill WaringUpchurch....601-906-5012 Andrea Upchurch.......601-831-6490 Broker, GRI

601-636-6490 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

Sybil Carraway...601-218-2869 Catherine Roy....601-831-5790 Mincer Minor.....601-529-0893 Jim Hobson.........601-415-0211

ARNER

REALTOR®•BUILDER•APPRAISER

601-636-0502

29. Unfurnished Apartments

BEVERLY MCMILLIN 601-415-9179 McMillin Real Estate

29. Unfurnished Apartments

1-800-826-8104 Classified Advertising really brings big results!

29. Unfurnished Apartments

TRACTORMASSEY FERGUSON T035. Gas (old but looks and runs good, 5 inch Covington clipper. $2700 firm. 601-6361164.

3 p.m., Friday 3 p.m., Monday 3 p.m., Tuesday 3 Wednesday 39.p.m., Motorcycles, 11 a.m., Thursday Bicycles 11 a.m., Thursday

1969 AND 1982 Harley Davidson motorcycles. Full dressers. 601-638-3050. 2005 SUZUKI 650. Great condition, 1800 miles. $3500. 601-831-6925.

40. Cars & Trucks

29. Unfurnished Apartments

Great Staff Great Location, Location, Hard-Working Hard-Working Staff

601-638-7831• •201 201Berryman Berryman Rd 601-638-7831 Rd. Classifieds Really Work!

NEED AN APARTMENT?

The Vicksburg Apartments UTILITIES PAID! 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Studios & Efficiencies 801 Clay Street 601-630-2921 www.the-vicksburg.com

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THE VICKSBURG POST

MISS MISSISSIPPI SUNDAY, JUNE 26, 2011 • SE C TION E

Karen Gamble, managing editor | E-mail: newsreleases@vicksburgpost.com | Tel: 601.636.4545 ext 137

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Sarah Beth James waves after being crowned Miss Mississippi 2010 at the Vicksburg Convention Center last summer.

45 in race for the 2011 crown By Terri Cowart Frazier tfrazier@vicksburgpost.com Forty-five women will compete for the Miss Mississippi 2011 crown and a shot at the national title. The race starts today as contestants arrive in Vicksburg. Monday night will bring the annual downtown parade, and on Wednesday the contestants will kick off three nights of preliminary competition, leading up to Saturday night’s live, televised pageant, during which the top 10 will be named and a winner crowned. That woman will represent the state in the Miss America 2012 Pageant, set for January. Other events throughout the week will include autograph opportunities, a Miss Mississippi Party the night

If you go Miss Mississippi Pageant activities will run this week. For tickets or information, call 601-638-6746 or visit www.missmississippipageant.org. • Monday — 7 p.m. parade along Washington Street, followed by autograph party at Vicksburg Convention Center. • Wednesday — 8 p.m. preliminary competition at VCC, $25; tickets for all four nights, $100. • Thursday — 8 p.m. preliminary competition at VCC; $25. • Friday — 8 p.m. preliminary competition at VCC, $30; 10:30 p.m. Miss Mississippi Party at Rainbow Room at Rainbow Cabefore the crowning and a Miss Mississippi Awards Ball after the crowning. Contestants, ages 17-24, are divided into three groups for preliminary competition, which consists of private interview, talent, evening wear with on-stage question and swimwear. This year’s pageant fea-

tures 26 new and 19 returning contestants, for a total of 45 — the same number of competitors in the 2010 contest. Vying for the crown are 19 blondes, 23 brunettes, one with black hair and two with red hair. Six have hazel eyes, 18 have brown, 10 have blue,

sino, $20, business casual attire. • Saturday — 9-10:30 a.m. judges seminar at VCC; 8 p.m. final competition and crowning at VCC, $50; Miss Mississippi Awards Ball after crowning, at Rainbow Room, $20.

On TV and online The pageant will be shown at 8 p.m. Saturday in a live broadcast on WLBT, local cable Channel 3. A webcast will be at www. missmississippipageant.com. Also, follow the pageant at www. vicksburgpost.com and on Twitter by searching @MissMSPageant. 10 have green and one has blue-green. Eight will play the piano, 22 will sing, 12 will dance, one will play the electric violin, one will play the steel drum and one will play the flute. The theme is Flicks, and the pageant will be a celebration of movies. Hosting the show will be

Nan Sumrall Kelley, a Hattiesburg native who was first runner-up to Susan Akin in the 1985 Miss Mississippi Pageant. Akin went on to win Miss America. Kelley is host of GAC’s “Opry Live” and other programs on the country music cable network. A webcast hosted by Miss Mississippi 2006 Taryn

Foshee will give an inside look at backstage activities. Titleholders returning as performers will include reigning Miss Mississippi Sarah Beth James, Miss Mississippi 1992 Kandace Williams, Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen 2010 Christina Bostick and Miss Mississippi 2008 Christine Kozlowski. The first Miss Mississippi was crowned in 1934 in Biloxi. The pageant was moved to Vicksburg, and the first queen crowned in the River City was in 1958. Four women from Mississippi have been crowned Miss America — Mary Ann Mobley of Brandon in 1959, Lynda Lee Mead of Natchez in 1960, Cheryl Prewitt of Ackerman in 1980 and Susan Akin of Meridian in 1986.

CONTESTANT GROUPS After Monday’s 7 p.m. parade along Washington Street, contestants will sign autographs at the Vicksburg Convention Center. Other autograph opportunities will be offered during the week, at George Carr Motor Company and at the Outlets at Vicksburg, both on South Frontage Road. The groups and their schedules:

Group A Will sign autographs from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. Thursday at the Outlets at Vicksburg: • Miss Northridge Megan Simmons • Miss Mississippi Delta Community College Brittany Bradford • Miss West Central Mississippi Caroline Conerly • Miss University of Southern Mississippi Jill Duckworth • Miss Dixie Chassidy Sumler • Miss Madison Erin Keller • Miss Delta State University Laken Wilson • Miss Central Mississippi Shelby Danielle Corn • Miss Clinton Audrieanna Gillis • Miss Mississippi College Ashley Cockerham

• Miss Mississippi State University Jessica Terrill • Miss Riverland Jennifer Seymour • Miss University Katherine Barkett • Miss Tupelo Lauryn Lee • Miss Mid South Kayla Snow Contest schedule: • Monday morning – Interview • 8 p.m. Wednesday – Talent • 8 p.m. Thursday – Evening wear and onstage question • 8 p.m. Friday — Swimwear

Group B Will sign autographs from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Wednesday at George Carr Motor Company: • Miss Historic Crossroads Hannah Hathorn • Miss North Central Mississippi Mary Margaret Roark • Miss Southwest Mississippi Community College Shelby Smith • Miss Dogwood Festival Rebecca Mathis • Miss Itawamba Community College Presly Nicole Forrester

• Miss Pontotoc Kelsie Young • Miss Pine Belt/Gulf Coast Marie Wicks • Miss Southern Magnolia Lee Armstrong • Miss William Carey University Shelby Lynn Ryals • Miss Hinds Community College Taylor Nicole Berry • Miss Rankin County/Southwest Molly Nail • Miss Hattiesburg Kristen Benigno • Miss Madison County Ashley Hamby • Miss Leaf River Valley Holli Quiroz • Miss Heartland Fenly Akers Contest schedule: • Tuesday morning — Interview • 8 p.m. Wednesday — Swimwear • 8 p.m. Thursday — Talent • 8 p.m. Friday — Evening wear and on-stage question

Group C Will sign autographs from 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. Thursday at the Outlets at Vicksburg: • Miss Spirit of the South TaNechi Temple

• Miss Heritage Laken Hood • Miss Coastal Waters Caitlyn Smith • Miss Riverbend Jennifer Catherine Cain • Miss Meridian Sarah Irvin • Miss Amory Railroad Festival Lauren Rosado • Miss New South Ashley Forester • Miss Magnolia Amber Lynn Strange • Miss Vicksburg Elyssa Lassiter • Miss Southland Natalie Wood • Miss Jones County Kimberly Page • Miss Deep South Vaughan Simmons • Miss Metro Jackson Chelsea Rick • Miss Delta Blues Stephanie Stanford • Miss Dixieland Anna Beth Higginbotham Contest schedule: • Wednesday morning — Interview • 8 p.m. Wednesday —Evening wear and onstage question • 8 p.m. Thursday — Swimwear • 8 p.m. Friday — Talent

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The Vicksburg Post

MISS AMORY RAILROAD FESTIVAL

MISS CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI

Lauren Rosado

Shelby Danielle Corn

Hometown: Pontotoc Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: D.R.E.A.M. (Developing Reading Education Across Mississippi) Biography: Rosado is a paralegal studies student at the University of Mississippi. She was selected as a University of Mississippi School of Applied Sciences Program Delegate and a transfer orientation leader. She has also been chosen for a graduation internship in Washington, D.C. Rosado was named Pontotoc County’s Volunteer of the Year and was in the top 10 of the 2006 and 2007 Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen pageants.

Hometown: Brandon Age: 20 Talent: Dance Platform: Crowns for Cancer Biography: Corn is studying kinesiology at Mississippi State University. She was among Portico Jackson’s Top 25 Students Who Will Change the World, is a member of the MSU pom squad, is a Pi Kappa Alpha Dream Girl, is in the Hall of Fame, is on the MSU Fashion Board and was among the top 10 in the MSU Miss Maroon and White Pageant.

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MISS CLINTON

MISS COASTAL WATERS

Audrieanna Gillis

Caitlyn Smith

Hometown: Clinton Age: 19 Talent: Piano Platform: American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Biography: Gillis is studying communications at Mississippi College. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and has participated in Crown Club. She was an ambassador at Holmes Community College, voted Most Beautiful at HCC and was a representative at the National Young Leaders Conference in Washington, D.C.

Hometown: Columbus Age: 22 Talent: Piano Platform: O.W.L.S. (Offer With Loving Service) Biography: Smith is a 2011 graduate of the University of Alabama’s honors college. She works in the engineering and computer science departments at the university, editing research papers. She has served as a Chi Omega sorority foundations ambassador and is a member of the Student Government Association State and National Lobbying Affairs Committee.

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MISS DEEP SOUTH

MISS DELTA BLUES

Vaughan Simmons

Stephanie Stanford

Hometown: Columbia Age: 21 Talent: Piano Platform: Be The Change (Combating the Stigma of Mental Illness) Biography: Simmons is studying political science at the University of Mississippi. She was among the top 10 in the University of Mississippi’s Parade of Beauties 2011. She was Marion County’s 2010 Miss Hospitality, spending her time promoting tourism and economic development.

Hometown: Grenada Age: 20 Talent: Vocal Platform: Make-A-Wish Foundation Biography: Stanford is studying biochemistry at Mississippi State University. She has worked as a nurse assistant for the Stanford Medical Clinic, is a member of Chi Omega sorority and is the lead singer in a band called The Right Way. She plans to pursue a career as a surgeon or family practitioner.

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MISS DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY

MISS DIXIE

Laken Wilson

Chassidy Sumler

Hometown: Shaw Age: 19 Talent: Dance Platform: Improving the Quality of Life for the Elderly Biography: Wilson is studying fashion merchandising at Delta State University. She was the captain of the Carla Parker Dance Troupe, music chairman for Delta Delta Delta sorority and a member of the Delta State women’s softball team. A dress designed by Wilson was selected for competition in the 2011 Dallas Career Day fashion show.

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Hometown: Flora Age: 17 Talent: Vocal Platform: Preventing Childhood Obesity Biography: Sumler plans to study biology and Spanish at the University of Alabama. She was chosen by first lady Michelle Obama to speak alongside her in New Jersey and was chosen to participate in the Apex Leadership Summit at the University of Mississippi. She was a member of the National Society of High School Scholars and was among the top 10 in the 2009 and 2010 Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen pageants.

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MISS DIXIELAND

MISS DOGWOOD FESTIVAL

Anna Beth Higginbotham

Rebecca Mathis

Hometown: Hattiesburg Age: 19 Talent: Vocal Platform: Power Up and Play Hard! (Healthy Lifestyles for Kids) Biography: Higginbotham is a journalism student at the University of Mississippi. She is an Ole Miss Ambassador, a Competitive Edge scholarship recipient and was Forrest County’s Junior Miss. She was second alternate to Mississippi’s Junior Miss and is a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority.

Hometown: Olive Branch Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: CTRL. ALT. DELETE: Preventing Cyberbullying Biography: Mathis is studying dietetics at the University of Mississippi. She has volunteered with the Make-A-WishFoundation, Special Olympics, Special Needs Athletic and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She was crowned Miss Olive Branch in 2008, Miss Mid-South Fair in 2008 and was in the top five at the 2010 Miss Mississippi USA.

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MISS HATTIESBURG

MISS HEARTLAND

Kristen Benigno

Fenly Akers

Hometown: Laurel Age: 22 Talent: Vocal Platform: Confidently You! Building Character and Self-esteem in Young Girls Biography: Benigno graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in communication studies. She works at the USM Speaking Center as a nationally certified peer consultant, has held a leadership position in Kappa Delta sorority and was a USM Leadership Scholar. She received Vice Presidential and Academic Excellence scholarships and was a member of the Lambda Sigma and Order of Omega honor societies.

Hometown: Vicksburg Age: 21 Talent: Dance Platform: PAWS for Character: Big Brothers/ Big Sisters of America Biography: Akers is a public relations and broadcasting student at Mississippi State University. She was Miss Mississippi State 2010 and Miss Mid South 2009. She was president of the Mississippi State Junior Panhellenic Council, secretary of Lambda Sigma honor society and was an alumni delegate. She is a member of Delta Gamma sorority.

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MISS HERITAGE

MISS HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Laken Hood

Taylor Nicole Berry

Hometown: Blue Springs Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: Bridging the Gap: Encouraging Higher Education Among Youth Biography: Hood is studying biology at the University of Mississippi. She is an Indian delegation member, Student Government Association representative and an Ole Miss Diamond Girl. She is a member of Gamma Beta Phi and Phi Theta Kappa honor societies.

Hometown: Brandon Age: 18 Talent: Dance Platform: Pantene Great Lengths Biography: Berry attends Hinds Community College and is studying elementary education. She is a cheerleader, Diamond Girl and a member of RUF, Reformed University Fellowship. She received service hours for helping save sea turtles in Greece.

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MISS HISTORIC CROSSROADS

MISS ITAWAMBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Hannah Hathorn

Presly Nicole Forrester

Hometown: Nettleton Age: 19 Talent: Vocal Platform: Child Mentoring: Moving Young Children Forward Biography: Hathorn plans to study elementary education and Spanish at Mississippi State University. She was elected to the executive committee of the Northeast Mississippi Youth Foundation and participated in the Authentik leadership camp in Juarez, Mexico. She was editor of her high school yearbook, a member of Beta Club and was Lee County’s Junior Miss 2010.

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Hometown: Columbus Age: 19 Talent: Dance Platform: Helping Hands: Fighting Community Hunger Biography: Forrester is studying nursing at Itawamba Community College. She is an ICC Leadership Scholarship recipient and vice president of the Mes Cheres Amies social club. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the ICC dance team and was an ICC freshman homecoming maid.

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

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MISS JONES COUNTY

MISS LEAF RIVER VALLEY

Kimberly Page

Holli Quiroz

Hometown: Ellisville Age: 18 Talent: Vocal Platform: CareBooks: Healing the Smallest Among Us Through Children’s Literature Biography: Page plans to study polymer science at the University of Southern Mississippi. She was captain of her high school show choir and president of Mississippi Junior Beta Club. She entertained at the Miss Missouri Pageant and was asked to sing the national anthem at a USM basketball game and at a March of Dimes walk.

Hometown: Petal Age: 22 Talent: Electric violin Platform: Make-A-Wish Foundation Biography: Quiroz graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in broadcast journalism and a minor in political science. She plans to attend law school and pursue a career in media and constitutional law. She was co-president of the USM Student Broadcasters Association, was webmaster and historian of her sorority and volunteered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. She was awarded the Marvin Reuben Hub City Award, given to a student in the USM School of Mass Communication and Journalism.

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MISS MADISON

MISS MADISON COUNTY

Erin Keller

Ashley Hamby

Hometown: Madison Age: 18 Talent: Vocal Platform: Operation Drive Safe Biography: Keller is studying pre-pharmacy at the University of Mississippi. She tutors college freshmen in algebra, statistics and calculus. She is a member of Phi Mu and travels to LeBonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis each month with the sorority to visit the children.

Hometown: Madison Age: 18 Talent: Dance Platform: Just Say No Biography: Hamby plans to enter the University of Mississippi in the fall. She received the Universal Cheerleaders Association Cheer Camp 2010 Leadership Award. She was overall state gymnastics champion, was named to Who’s Who Among American High School Students and was in the top 10 in the 2010 Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen Pageant.

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MISS MAGNOLIA

MISS MERIDIAN

Amber Lynn Strange

Sarah Irvin

Hometown: Byhalia Age: 22 Talent: Vocal Platform: Safe Text: Stop Texting While Driving Biography: Strange is a graduate of the University of Mississippi’s Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. She is pursuing a master’s degree in business administration. Strange was president of Interact Club, led fundraising efforts for Make-A-Wish Foundation and is an intern at FedEx.

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MISS METRO JACKSON

Chelsea Rick Hometown: Fulton Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: H.U.N.G.E.R. (Helping the Undernourished In Our Nation Gain Eating Resources) Biography: Rick is studying biochemistry with an emphasis in pre-med at Millsaps College. She was among the top 10 in the 2009 and 2010 Miss Mississippi pageants. Her honors include Millsaps College Presidential Scholar, the dean’s list, and Phi Eta Sigma, Alpha Epsilon Delta, Sigma Lambda and Beta Beta Beta honor societies. Her work has been in a Millsaps publication.

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Hometown: Ackerman Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: A Cure for Childhood Cancer Biography: Irvin is studying educational psychology and counseling at Mississippi State University. She is a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda honor society and received the Sam Walton Community Scholarship. She was second alternate in the Choctaw County Junior Miss 2007 pageant and is a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority.

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

The Vicksburg Post

MISS MID SOUTH

MISS MISSISSIPPI COLLEGE

Kayla Snow

Ashley Cockerham

Hometown: Okolona Age: 21 Talent: Piano Platform: Promoting Volunteerism Biography: Snow is a graduate of the University of Mississippi. She is a D.A.R. Good Citizen and a Luckyday Merit Scholar. She is a member of the University of Mississippi Columns Society, Gamma Beta Phi honor society and is newsletter editor for IMAGE, Increasing Minority Access to Graduate Education.

Hometown: Pineville, La. Age: 20 Talent: vocal Platform: The Miracle of Music: The Importance of Music Education in Schools Biography: Cockerham is studying communications at Mississippi College. She is a President’s, Dean’s List and Heritage scholar, a music scholarship recipient, a member of the Mortar Board Cap and Gown chapter and a member of Alpha Chi honor society. She was a winner in the Southeastern Journalism Conference’s research writing division.

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MISS MISSISSIPPI DELTA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MISS MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY

Brittany Bradford

Jessica Terrill

Hometown: Cleveland Age: 19 Talent: Steel drum Platform: The Wave Effect Biography: Bradford is studying dental hygiene at Mississippi Delta Community College. She was a career ambassador for MDCC. In high school, she was on the dean’s list and was part of Who’s Who Among American Scholars. She was an MVP swimmer, and holds a record for the 100 breaststroke.

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MISS NEW SOUTH

Ashley Forester Hometown: Holly Springs Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: Service for Sight Biography: Forester is a 2011 graduate of the University of Mississippi. She is a Luckyday and Dewees Alumni scholar, an Ole Miss ambassador and a member of Psi Chi honors society. She is on the Ole Miss Modeling Board and is a member of Delta Gamma sorority.

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Hometown: Starkville Age: 20 Talent: Piano Platform: First Book Biography: Terrill is studying broadcasting and journalism at Mississippi State University. She is a President ‘s and Dean’s List scholar and is part of Alpha Lambda Delta honor society. She has produced television shows for the university’s “ThisWeek@MSSTATE.” In high school, she was a page for then-Lt. Gov. Amy Tuck.

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MISS NORTH CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI

Mary Margaret Roark Hometown: Cleveland Age: 20 Talent: Piano Platform: J.E.W.E.L.S. For Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biography: Roark is studying communications at Mississippi State University. She is enrolled in the MSU Shackhouls Honors College, is part of the Order of Omega and Phi Kappa honor societies, is a member of the National Society for Collegiate Scholars and is on the MSU Fashion Board. She was second alternate to Miss Mississippiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outstanding Teen 2007 and was among the top 10 in the Miss Mississippi 2010 Pageant.

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Sunday, June 26, 2011

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MISS NORTHRIDGE

MISS PINE BELT/GULF COAST

Megan Simmons

Marie Wicks

Hometown: Petal Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: Heroes Restoring Hope: The American Red Cross Providing Emotional Recovery After Disaster Biography: Simmons is studying psychology and music at the University of Southern Mississippi. She was a Luckyday Citizenship Scholar Foundation recipient, a Luckyday mentor and was on the Luckyday leadership team. She received the USM School of Music Choral and Bill Porter Memorial scholarships.

Hometown: Ocean Springs Age: 22 Talent: Piano Platform: Eye S.T.A.R. Biography: Wicks is studying international studies, French and chemistry at the University of Mississippi. She is enrolled in the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, is part of Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi honor societies and is in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She was second runner-up and recipient of the talent scholarship in the 2011 Miss University Pageant.

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MISS PONTOTOC

MISS RANKIN COUNTY-SOUTHWEST

Kelsie Young

Molly Nail

Hometown: Pontotoc Age: 19 Talent: Vocal Platform: Recess Rocks Biography: Young is studying educational psychology at Mississippi State University. She is a graduate of Itawamba Community College, received the William Winter and ICC Leadership scholarships, was on the president’s list at ICC and is part of Phi Theta Kappa honor society.

Hometown: Brandon Age: 19 Talent: Dance Platform: Overcrowding in Animal Shelters Biography: Nail plans to study apparel and textile merchandising at Mississippi State University. She will be in the university’s Shackhouls Honors College. Nail achieved all A’s from kindergarten through 12th grade, was a varsity cheerleader and was a member of the Beta Club and National Honor Society. She was second alternate in the Rankin County 2010 Junior Miss Pageant.

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MISS RIVERBEND

MISS RIVERLAND

Jennifer Catherine Cain

Jennifer Seymour

Hometown: Biloxi Age: 20 Talent: Dance Platform: Moving Through Arthritis Biography: Cain is studying business administration at the University of Mississippi with the goal of becoming a business partner with her mother. She was junior class president and editor of the Biloxi High School yearbook. She is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.

Hometown: D’Iberville Age: 21 Talent: Dance Platform: Soldier Support Biography: Seymour is studying biomedical sciences at the University of South Alabama. She has been dancing since age 3 and is an instructor at Broadway South Dance Studio in Mobile. She was named president of Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and was an ambassador for USO Gulf Coast.

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MISS SOUTHERN MAGNOLIA

MISS SOUTHLAND

Lee Armstrong

Natalie Wood

Hometown: Columbus Age: 21 Talent: Dance Platform: Health C.A.R.E. Biography: Armstrong is a 2011 exercise science graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi. She was part of the Luckyday Citizenship Foundation, has been a student hall mentor and was a member of the leadership team. She has been an exercise physiology tutor and a USM College of Health student ambassador.

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Hometown: Oxford Age: 20 Talent: Dance Platform: Prevention of Bullying Through Mentoring Biography: Wood is studying broadcast journalism at the University of Mississippi. She is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Phi Eta Sigma and Sigma Alpha Lambda. She was among the top 10 of the 2010 Ole Miss Parade of Beauties, the top 10 in the state Junior Miss pageant and was crowned Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen in 2005. Woods danced with the Miss Mississippi Pageant for four years, is an Ole Miss Rebelette and is a member of Chi Omega sorority.

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MISS SOUTHWEST MISSISSIPPI COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MISS SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH

Shelby Smith

TaNechi Temple

Hometown: Liberty Age: 19 Talent: Dance Platform: Step by Step: Special Needs Children Biography: Smith is studying business and marketing at Southwest Mississippi Community College. She has worked at Blalock’s Food Center and hopes to own her own retail store one day. She has mentored youth groups and enjoys hunting and fishing.

Hometown: Corinth Age: 20 Talent: Vocal Platform: Picking Up the Pieces: Improving the Negative Self-Concept of the Abused Biography: Temple is studying psychology at Mississippi State University. She is president of the Mississippi State Praise Chorale, is first soprano section leader in the school’s concert choir and is a part of the MSU Chamber Singers. She was a Mississippi All-State Honor Choir member for eight years and was a superior-rated drum major from 2007 to 2009.

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MISS TUPELO

MISS UNIVERSITY

Lauryn Lee

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Hometown: Tupelo Age: 18 Talent: Vocal Platform: Eating Disorders Awareness Biography: Lee plans to study nutrition at Itawamba Community College. She was a member of the National Scholastics Leadership Society and Anchor Club. She was in the Tupelo High School Madrigals, Soundwave show choir and was a senior homecoming maid.

Hometown: Flowood Age: 23 Talent: Vocal Platform: Inspire. Serve. Transform. Biography: Barkett is a 2011 broadcast journalism graduate of the University of Mississippi. She has worked with ESPN, CSS, and CBS. She is part of the Concert Singers, Ole Miss Opera, Showstoppers, Ole Miss Ambassadors and Chi Omega sorority. She has participated in the Miss Mississippi Pageant for four years and received talent awards.

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Hometown: Clinton Age: 21 Talent: Vocal Platform: Diabetes Education and Awareness Biography: Duckworth is a 2011 communication studies graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi. She has been a member of Southern Style, USM Legacy, the school’s recruitment team and has been a USM Leadership Scholar. She was named Who’s Who Among American Colleges and Universities and is vice president of Kappa Delta sorority.

Hometown: Vicksburg Age: 22 Talent: Flute Platform: “Let’s B.O.O.G.I.E.” (Banish Our Obesity Growth Through Initiating Exercise) Biography: Lassiter graduated from Southern University and A&M College in 2010 and is pursuing a master’s degree in applied communication from Mississippi College. She graduated cum laude and was listed in Who’s Who Among American Colleges. She was the recipient of the Guaranty Broadcasting and Capitol Correspondents Association Scholarship, was on the Chancellor’s and Dean’s lists and was the youngest graduate at Southern’s spring 2010 commencement.

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Hometown: Hattiesburg Age: 20 Talent: Vocal Platform: Arts Education Funding in Public Schools Biography: Conerly is studying education at the University of Mississippi. In high school she was a member of the Young Republicans Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and was named Mississippi’s Best Cheerleader in 2009. She was a contestant in the Miss Mississippi 2009 Pageant and was crowned Most Beautiful at the University of Mississippi’s Parade of Beauties 2010.

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Hometown: Sumrall Age: 19 Talent: Vocal Platform: Diabetes Prevention Biography: Ryals is studying pre-med at William Carey University. She is a member of Carey Connection, a group that aims to link the campus and community. She received a Carey Presidential Scholarship and has been on the President’s and Dean’s lists. She helps raise scholarship funds for William Carey students.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT VIMOVO Please read this summary carefully. It does not take the place of discussions with your doctor about the full Prescribing Information for VIMOVO and whether this drug is right for you.

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT VIMOVO? VIMOVO, which contains naproxen [a nonsteroidal anti-inﬂammatory drug (NSAID)] and esomeprazole magnesium [a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)], may increase the chance of a heart attack or stroke that can lead to death. This chance increases • with longer use of NSAID medicines • in people who have heart disease NSAID medicines should never be used right before or after a heart surgery called a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). NSAID medicines can cause ulcers and bleeding in the stomach and intestines at any time during treatment. Ulcers and bleeding • can happen without warning symptoms • may cause death The chance of a person getting an ulcer or bleeding increases with • taking medicines called steroid hormones and blood thinners • longer use • smoking • drinking alcohol • older age • having poor health NSAID medicines should only be used • exactly as prescribed • at the lowest dose possible for your treatment • for the shortest time needed

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF NSAIDS? Serious side effects include • heart attack • stroke • high blood pressure • heart failure from body swelling (Åuid retention) • kidney problems including kidney failure • bleeding and ulcers in the stomach and intestine • low red blood cells (anemia) • life-threatening skin reactions • life-threatening allergic reactions • liver problems including liver failure • asthma attacks in people who have asthma Other side effects include • stomach pain • constipation • diarrhea • gas • heartburn • nausea • vomiting • dizziness Get emergency help right away if you have any of the following symptoms • shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• chest pain • weakness in one part or side of your body • slurred speech • swelling of the face or throat Stop your NSAID medicine and call your health care provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms • nausea • more tired or weaker than usual • itching • your skin or eyes look yellow • stomach pain • Åu-like symptoms • vomit blood • there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar • skin rash or blisters with fever • unusual weight gain • swelling of the arms and legs, hands and feet These are not all the possible side effects with NSAIDs.

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VIMOVO is a prescription medicine used to • relieve signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis • decrease the risk of developing stomach (gastric) ulcers in people who are at risk of developing gastric ulcers with NSAIDs It is not known if VIMOVO is safe or effective in children under the age of 18.

WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE VIMOVO? Do not take VIMOVO • If you had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction after taking aspirin or other NSAID medicine • If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in VIMOVO • If you are allergic to any other PPI medicine • For pain right before or after heart bypass surgery • If you are in the third trimester of pregnancy

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WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF VIMOVO? Serious side effects may include • High blood pressure • Heart problems such as congestive heart failure, heart attack, or stroke

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thing and everything, as much as possible,” he says, when asked to elaborate. “I had a serious problem.” Afraid that he “could die,” his mother and a group of friends staged an intervention when he was 19. “That’s when I first went to rehab. I did the stint but then went back to doing exactly what I left off doing.” Monteith might have continued down that path if not for what he calls “the crystallizing event.” He pauses to find the right words. “I stole a significant amount of money from a family member,” he continues quietly. “I knew I was going to get caught, but I was so desperate I didn’t care. It was a cry for help. I was confronted and I said, ‘Yeah, it was me.’ It was the first honorable, truthful thing that had come out of my mouth in years.” He was given an ultimatum: He had to get clean, or the family member would report him to the police and press charges. Although it wasn’t the first time Monteith had taken something that didn’t belong to him (“A lot of things went missing when I was around; I had high overhead to take care of ”), up until then he had avoided prosecution. “I was done fighting myself,” he recalls of his turning point. “I finally said, ‘I’m gonna start looking at my life and figure out why I’m doing this.’” Monteith left Victoria and moved in with a family friend in the small industrial city of Nanaimo. It was there, living in a double-wide trailer, that he began the painstaking process of rebuilding his life. He quit using, got a job as a roofer, and surrounded himself with other sober people. Among them was Andrew McIlroy, a Vancouverbased acting coach who came to Nanaimo on the weekends to 12 • June 26, 2011

“I remember going, ‘Okay, this is something you can reasonably think of doing as a career.’ ” It was a life-altering moment for Monteith, the first time he’d felt the satisfaction of “working hard and being good at something.” Though acting was still a way to pretend to be other people, it built up his confidence instead of tearing it down. A few months after moving to Nanaimo, Monteith tossed his scant belongings into a garbage bag and relocated to Vancouver to teach. “I understood where he’d begin auditioning for roles. come from,” says McIlroy, “and I Again, McIlroy—the father figure thought, ‘If this fish slips back into Monteith had long yearned for— the sea, we may never see him provided crucial support, letting again. Keep him busy.’ ” the young actor crash at his place McIlroy offered him free classes and introducing him to agent in exchange for tidying up around Elena Kirschner. “A lot of people the acting studio and running get into acting because they want errands. Then one day he put to be famous,” says Kirschner, who Monteith in front of the camera to still guides Monteith’s career. “But do a scene about a guy contemplatit’s never been about that for ing suicide and realized acting Cory. He consistently worked could provide more hard and absorbed than just a distraction like a sponge. And for the young man. he’s never stopped.” The star shares his “Cory was working That work ethic thoughts on love and from some very dark marriage (he wants kids!) would eventually land at Parade.com/cory truths,” says McIlroy. him guest spots on LABORS OF LOVE: Monteith in a scene from Glee, above, and with his mother, Ann, of whom he says, “We’re closer than close because of what we’ve been through.”

shows like Supernatural and, in 2009, his costarring role on Glee, despite his lack of vocal training. While the schedule for the Fox hit is grueling—even during the summer, thanks to the Glee Live! concert tour—Monteith, who also plays drums for the ﬂedgling Cali-rock band Bonnie Dune, isn’t complaining. He knows how fortunate he is. “What’s exciting to me now,” says the actor, who is single and lives with roommates in a rental house, “is seeing where this all goes.” Along with the career success have come personal victories. This spring, Monteith received a high school diploma from one of the alternative schools he attended in Victoria—“based,” he says, “on abilities demonstrated in the workplace.” And in November 2009, he got together with his father for the ﬁrst time in 17 years. “We’d spoken maybe three or four times [during that period],” Monteith says, “and he reached out to me on Facebook. I couldn’t shut the door, so I got on a plane. He greeted me at the airport, and [he and Monteith’s stepmother] were so happy they were almost crying. It was a good time. At some point, you realize your parents are human. They make the best decisions they can with the options available to them.” The perspective he has gained is part of the reason he has chosen to speak out now about his extraordinary journey. “I don’t want kids to think it’s okay to drop out of school and get high, and they’ll be famous actors, too,” says Monteith, who works with a group called Virgin Unite that helps atrisk youth. “I’m lucky on so many counts—I’m lucky to be alive. “But for those people who might give up: Get real about what you want and go after it. If I can, anyone can.”

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Seattle to Whidbey Island, Wash. (34 miles) Whidbey has a split personality: part pastoral, with ﬁelds, wineries, and artists’ studios; and part military, with a Naval Air Station and historic Fort Casey. Relive the pioneer days at Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, which contains 17 working farms and over 400 historic structures. Other activities include camping, clamming, and whale watching.

San Francisco to Lava Beds National Monument, Calif. (375 miles) Otherworldly and untamed are two words that describe this unique spot. Ancient volcanic eruptions formed a rugged landscape of caves, craters, and cones, with some two dozen lava-tube caves open to explore. Two

park must-sees are Petroglyph Point, one of the largest examples of Native American rock art in the U.S., and Captain Jack’s Stronghold, a lava fortress where Modoc Indians held off the U.S. Army from 1872 to 1873.

Los Angeles to Palos Verdes Peninsula, Calif. (31 miles) The area’s seaside splendors include Abalone Cove Shoreline Park, with pristine tide pools of urchins and anemones; the pretty South Coast Botanic Garden; and the 1,200-acre Palos Verdes Nature Preserve. There are also man-made standouts: the Banning Museum (an 1864 mansion), the cliffside Wayfarer’s Chapel (its architect was Frank Lloyd Wright’s son), and Point Vicente Lighthouse (the best spot to catch a sunset).

Denver to Mount Evans, Colo. (60 miles) Scale Mount Evans with four wheels instead of two legs by driving up North America’s highest paved road (14,130 feet at the top). You’ll pass through several climate zones, ﬁnd photo ops galore, and see mountain goats and bighorn sheep.

Dallas to Canton, Tex. (57 miles) This town is best known for the monthly Canton Trade Days, one of the world’s largest ﬂea markets. It’s mind-bogglingly huge: as many as 7,000 vendors spread out over nearly 500 acres. When you’re all shopped out, go boating or hiking or play golf at a local course.

Houston to Montgomery, Tex. (56 miles) Just four square miles, this quaint town is pedestrianfriendly and history-proud. Said to be the birthplace of the Lone Star ﬂag, it’s full of antique stores and restored 19th-century homes. Gourmets will enjoy visiting the area’s cluster of wineries.

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Salt Lake City to Ogden, Utah (39 miles) Ogden’s a town for all seasons. In the 15 summer, explore its horseback-riding, hiking, and biking trails. Two rivers meet here, offering great boating and ﬁshing. Foul weather? The Salomon Center has bumper cars and indoor surﬁng and skydiving. Come winter, hit the slopes for prime skiing and snowboarding.

Minneapolis to Red Wing, Minn. (55 miles) Red Wing is an apt name for this town of many natural wonders. There’s superb walleye and sauger ﬁshing, scenic hiking on the bluffs and the Cannon Valley trail, and, in the winter, cross-country skiing and bald-eagle viewing. Fans of Americana will admire the historic train depot, local Red Wing pottery, and—of course—the world’s biggest boot (size 638 ½).

Chicago to McHenry County, Ill. (50 miles) Take a break from the city and head back to the farm: The county is home to about 1,000 of them, many with pick-your-own orchards and fields. In the fall, wind your way through the Richardson Farm corn maze, an 11-mile-long doozy. If your tastes run more Hollywood, go to the drive-in theater in McHenry or to the nearby Volo Auto Museum, which has TV’s Batmobile and General Lee, plus other pop-culture cars. Cleveland to the Lake Erie Islands, Ohio (83 miles) This island chain has activities for all types: the social (Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island is known for its nightlife), the sporty (fishing, hiking, swimming, kayaking, scubadiving), and the scientific (the Glacial Grooves on Kelleys Island are intriguing Ice Age–era bedrock creases), as well as those looking to slow down (bikes and golf carts are common ways to get around).

Atlanta to Dahlonega, Ga. (66 miles) This town has multiple claims to fame: It was the site of an 1828 gold rush (you can visit an old mine), boasts ultra-punishing bike trails (according to pros like Lance Armstrong), and has the state’s tallest waterfall (a 729-foot beauty) at Amicalola State Park.

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Washington, D.C., to Easton, Md. (68 miles) Eastonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s charming downtown is the site of two annual art shows: the Plein Air festival (July 18â&#x20AC;&#x201C;24), an outdoor painting exhibit and contest, and the Waterfowl Festival (Nov. 11â&#x20AC;&#x201C;13), a wildlife-art expo. But the area has much more to offer road-trippers: ďŹ&#x201A;at, scenic cycling terrain, seven golf courses, antique shops, and water sports.

New York City to the Delaware Water Gap, N.J. and Pa. (72 miles) History and nature converge at this point, where the Delaware River cuts through the Appalachian Mountains. The area saw skirmishes in the French and Indian War, served as an Underground Railroad hub, and hosted vacationers in the late 19th century; structures from these periods still stand. Today visitors are drawn by the rock climbing, boating, ďŹ shing, and hiking (the 27-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail is a favorite). Boston to Cape Ann, Mass. (40 miles) Come here for New England charm minus the crazy crowds. Whale watching, boating, ďŹ shing, and feasting on seafood are the main to-dos. Or dine at one of these foodie faves: Rockportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lobster Pool for lobster rolls and Ipswichâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clam Box (shaped like â&#x20AC;Ś a clam box!) for fried whole-belly clams. The area also has one of the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest art colonies; you can visit artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; studios, galleries, and the former homes of legends like Edward Hopper.

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Improving Cholesterol

Even thin or athletic people can have high numbers. Three-quarters of the cholesterol in your body is produced by your liver and other cells, and how much you produce is largely genetic. But you can do a lot to control the remaining quarter.

The good matters just as much as the bad. HDL particles (the good kind) clear LDL particles (the bad kind) from your blood, helping to keep them from clogging your arteries.

An apple a day really can keep the doctor away. A recent study found that subjects who ate 75 grams of dried apple (about two fresh apples) daily lowered their overall cholesterol levels by 14 percent

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But what you eat is only part of the story. Increasing your physical activity, quitting smoking, and losing 10 percent of your body weight can boost HDL by 20 to 30 percent, says Dr. Robert Eckel, former president of the American Heart Association.

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A recent study of cancer patients found that many were unable to accurately report whether family members had had the disease. For help re-creating your own family’s medical background, go to familyhistory.hhs.gov.

Breast-feeding can make a dent in cholesterol levels later on. A breastfed baby can consume six times the cholesterol of the average adult’s diet, and this early exposure may improve the body’s ability to metabolize cholesterol, leading to lower levels later in life. —Kalee Thompson

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Grilled Salmon With MapleGinger Glaze ¾ cup maple syrup 1 ∕3 cup balsamic vinegar 3 Tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and minced 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced ½ to ¾ tsp hot-red-pepper ﬂakes Salt (to taste) 1 (3-lb) side of salmon, skin on, boned 3 to 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

1. Prepare a charcoal fire, or preheat a gas grill for direct grilling over medium flame. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the first six ingredients. 3. Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of the salmon with olive oil. 4. Place the salmon, flesh side down, on the grill. Cook until it loosens its grip on the grill, 7 to 8 minutes. Turn carefully, then spoon the sauce over the cooked side of the fish. Grill until the sauce has formed a glaze and the salmon flakes with a fork but is still a bit opaque in the center, about 4 to 5 minutes. 5. Remove from the grill and serve. MAKES: 6 | PER SERVING: 520 calories, 30g carbs, 52g protein, 20g fat, 145mg cholesterol, 220mg sodium, 0g fiber

Catch of Today The morning show’s Al Roker likes his salmon sweet and savory

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When it comes to cooking, I’m pretty much a traditionalist. I’ve been making this dish for at least 10 years. Salmon’s a flavorful fish, and it stands up well to other ﬂavors. So if you put a little maple on it, plus salt and pepper, you get a sweet and savory dish. And it’s family-friendly—kids like it. Sometimes, my children help me cook—even if it’s just stirring something or putting a

dish in the oven. But if a recipe requires a lot of chopping, or if I really have to get stuff done in a certain amount of time, then I let them do other chores, like setting the table. Three things are a must, however: We say grace before every meal; we try to have a salad every night; and no BlackBerries, no phones, and no TV allowed. We just enjoy each other and relax.

P “It’s better to undercook this dish a bit than to overcook it. People need to remember that even after you take ﬁsh off the grill or out of the oven, it’s going to continue cooking.”

P “Invest in an oven thermometer. Just because you set the thermostat to 350°F doesn’t necessarily mean that’s what the temperature is inside.”

P “Even if you haven’t cooked outdoors, make an effort to eat there in the summer. I look forward to that so much.”

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