 
                  Tessa’s Italian family recipe: Classic Tomato Salad 
                 Anyone from the south knows that tomatoes are a Southern staple. They’re also a vital ingredient used in many recipes by my family of Italian roots. This classic tomato salad
              
                          
            Stories
            (Classic, Recipes, Salad, Tomato)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                            
                 
                 Superhero Spotlight: Tequoia Chevon Renee O’Neal 
                  
                 Meet Tequoia O’Neal, a deaf artist and advocate and to many, a true superhero. She has managed to turn life’s challenges into triumphs, inspiring others through her resilience and determination.
              
                          
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            (Superhero Spotlight)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                               
                  
                  Superhero Spotlight: Tracy Powell, an undercover superhero 
                 Vicksburg native Tracy Powell is the kind of person who quietly keeps the world turning for those around her. Whether she’s slicing meat at Brick Street Market, pulling off practical
              
                          
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            (Superhero Spotlight)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                            
                 
                 Kayden’s Kloset: local mother, Ronada Pierson, honors her daughter by helping the homeless 
                  
                 A year ago, on November 26, Ronada Pierson was on her way to work when she noticed homeless people under-dressed for the weather. She determined that there was a need
              
                          
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            (Community, Helping others, Local causes)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                               
                  
                  V105.5’s Mark Jones is so much more than a radio host! 
                 Mark Jones built a happy life and well-known name for himself doing radio. Most of Vicksburg and the surrounding area will recognize his distinctly warm voice from V105.5 F.M. He’s
              
                          
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            (Bestofvicksburg, Local Icons)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                            
                 
                 A beautiful love story: Happy Anniversary, James and Colie Hudson! 
                  
                 It isn’t every day that a person is lucky enough to find their perfect counterpart in another. Every now and then, however, love gives us a fairy tale. Vicksburg couple,
              
                          
            Stories
            (Anniversary, Love, Romance, Wedding)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                               
                  
                  Rage Against the Squirrels: A Vicksburg short story 
                 A creative writing The lazy summer days with Dahlia… those were the best days in Vicksburg… One day, we wanted to catch a tan, so we slathered ourselves in Crisco
              
                          
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            (Squirrels, Summer)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                            
                 
                 Hairstylist, Kay Bee, hosts prom dress swap for Vicksburg teens 
                  
                 Vicksburg, MS: Local hairstylist, Kay Bee, is a master at her craft with a big heart. Bee is known for creating gorgeously designed wigs, hairstyles, and so much more. Now
              
                          
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            (Community, Events, Prom, Teens)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                               
                  
                  Heart of Vicksburg wants to feature YOUR short stories and poems 
                 The staff at Heart of Vicksburg is passionate about showcasing the talents and creativity of Vicksburg locals. That’s why we’re calling on all creative-writers and poets in the city! Send
              
                          
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            (Art, Creative writers, Poetry, Talent)
          
          
        
        
      
        
        
        
          
          
            
                            
                 
                 Taylor Williams Henley may just be Vicksburg’s favorite mechanic 
                  
                 Henley works on a motor he pulled apart for a hot rod truck
              
                          
            Stories
            (Bestofvicksburg, Mechanic)