Mayor Willis Thompson

05/28/2026

Honored to address the Rotary Club of Vicksburg, MS today on the progress we’ve made, and continue to make, in moving Vicksburg forward. Grateful for the engaging conversation and shared commitment to our community. Eyes forward!

05/27/2026

Was excited to welcome the Mississippi Association of Governmental Purchasing and Procurement Agents (MAGPPA) to Vicksburg today! We appreciate you choosing the Vicksburg Convention Center and wish you a productive meeting as you continue your important work keeping Mississippi’s procurement professionals informed and ahead of the curve

05/25/2026

Continuing to show gratitude to those who sacrificed all on this

05/25/2026

Today on , we honor the brave men and women who gave everything so that we could be free.

From the battlefields of our very own Vicksburg to the beaches of Normandy, from the sands of Iwo Jima to the hills of Korea, from the jungles of Vietnam to the skies and waters of the Pacific, they answered the call. They kissed their families goodbye and never came home. Their willingness to lay down their lives is the very reason we continue to live in the greatest country on earth.

So as you enjoy this holiday, I ask that you please take a few moments to stop and pray, thanking God for the courage of those who died so that we could live free.

We owe them everything. May we live worthy of their sacrifice, and may we never, ever forget their bravery.

05/16/2026

05/14/2026

Had a great afternoon at the AARP Mississippi picnic at the City pavilion.

From helping the community navigate Medicare and Social Security to tax prep and fraud awareness work, you’re making a real difference for our people and it doesn’t go unnoticed.

To learn more about how to benefit from these services, visit this website: states.aarp.org/mississippi or call this number: 1-866-554-5382

05/12/2026

Proud to offer the Summer Youth Streetball Program for our young people! Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity kicking off in the month of June.

Our young people will continue to be our focus as we work to build a safer, stronger, and smarter Vicksburg for all.

The Vicksburg Police Department is bringing the energy this summer with our Summer Youth Streetball Program — a safe, fun, and positive place for kids and teens to stay active, build friendships, and sharpen their skills on and off the court!

June 9 – July 17
Tuesday – Friday | 4PM – 10PM

Registration:
• $25 per child
• $10 each additional child
📍 Registration opens May 4th at the Vicksburg Police Department.

This summer is bigger than basketball — it’s about mentorship, teamwork, community, and giving our youth a place to thrive. Bring the sneakers, bring the hustle, and get ready for an unforgettable summer!

For registration information contact:
Danielle Williams — 601-218-1766 / 601-801-5311
Katina Cooper — 601-801-5320

05/12/2026

Proud to recognize The Salvation Army with a proclamation this week. Feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, answering the call in disasters, walking alongside those in recovery. Grateful for everything they do so well for those in need.

05/10/2026

Wishing all of Vicksburg’s Moms a Happy Mother’s Day 🌹

05/09/2026

Thank you to Don Hill and The Vicksburg Post for highlighting the work we’re doing to build a safer, stronger, and smarter Vicksburg.

Through proactive planning steps, we’re updating our roadmap and goals for the future all while getting back to the basics of what city government was created to do for taxpayers: infrastructurally sound planning that supports the needs of our residents, of our existing businesses, of our new businesses, and of our visitors.

Vicksburg, we’re truly on the move. Thank you for your trust, your patience, and your partnership. The best is still ahead, and we’re going to get there together.

Serving our community in this way is a real honor, and I don’t take it lightly.

Thank you, Vicksburg.

05/07/2026

On this National Day of Prayer, I encourage everyone in our community to pray for our city, state and nation and show gratitude for the blessings that we’ve been given. This day reminds us that we are more alike than we are different. We are all created in the image of God. We humbly send our petitions up and ask for guidance and grace for everyone who will be gathered in prayer.