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Area residents to lose gas service

Adams County elected officials say they can do little to prevent dozens of Kingston area customers from losing natural gas service in the coming months. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Friday, July 15, 2016 12:00 am

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Two inmates involved in deadly prison riot sentenced

Two more inmates involved in the deadly 2012 prison riot at the Adams County Correctional Center, including one convicted of murder, have been sentenced to ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Thursday, July 14, 2016 12:01 am

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NBA star makes ground breaking for basketball courts a slam dunk

Officials gathered Wednesday to break ground on a recreation facility they said they hoped would inspire positive community development around local youth. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Thursday, July 14, 2016 12:00 am

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Drowning ruled in pool death mystery

The death of a Natchez man in the pool of a stranger — while the homeowners apparently slept in the house unaware he was in ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Wednesday, July 13, 2016 12:33 am

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VIdalia mayor, aldermen tangle over officer appointments

An at times divided Vidalia Board of Aldermen met Tuesday to officially appoint officers for the new city government. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Wednesday, July 13, 2016 12:31 am

Style feature

Natchez Food & Wine Festival kicks off later this month

Maybe it’s a glass of simple lemonade, or maybe it’s a perfectly paired wine and cheese combination, but this year’s Natchez Food and Wine Festival ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Wednesday, July 13, 2016 12:01 am

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Police jury questions road work in Maxwell Road area

The Concordia Parish Police Jury has asked its attorney to arrange a meeting with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Louisiana Department of ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Tuesday, July 12, 2016 12:14 am

Business

Beyond the breadbox: RRUS & Co. makes temporary move for improvements

VIDALIA — A temporary move will enable a Vidalia boutique to expand its interior space and upgrade its exterior to be one of the first ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Sunday, July 10, 2016 12:05 am

Style feature

Natchez teen represents state in Miss Teen USA pageant

When Lauren Rymer wears her Miss Mississippi Teen USA crown, it’s not the glittering gemstones that make her smile. It’s the self-assurance that participating in ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Sunday, July 10, 2016 12:01 am

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Area law enforcement officials react to recent police killings

Local law enforcement officials said Friday they’re saddened to hear of recent killings of law enforcement officers around the country, but that locally, officers are ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Saturday, July 9, 2016 12:09 am

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Fire destroys Beau Pré house Friday

Natchez Fire Department officials are investigating a fire on Carriage Lane that left a residence destroyed early Friday morning. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Saturday, July 9, 2016 12:02 am

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Adams County purchases vehicle for new supervisor

An Adams County supervisor has been exercising in recent months an option other board members have traditionally passed on — the use of a county ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Friday, July 8, 2016 12:02 am

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Two teens charged with attempted murder in Davis Court shooting

Two Natchez teenagers have been arrested on charges of attempted murder for a Sunday shooting on Davis Court. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Friday, July 8, 2016 12:00 am

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Natchez man drowns in Tensas River

A Natchez man on a frog-hunting trip died Tuesday night after falling out of his boat in the Tensas River. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Thursday, July 7, 2016 2:27 pm

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Man shot in legs early Sunday morning

A Natchez man is hospitalized in Jackson and police are searching for his alleged attacker after an early morning shooting Sunday in a Natchez apartment ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Monday, July 4, 2016 12:11 am

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The Dart: Homeless travelers make stop in Natchez

Shane Pierce reckons he has learned more in the last year than in the previous 20. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Monday, July 4, 2016 12:07 am

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Arrest made in stabbing

The man accused in a serious stabbing earlier this week has been arrested. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Sunday, July 3, 2016 12:43 am

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Historic marker dedicated for Sadie V. Thompson School

Whenever Pat Carroll looks up the hill at the former Sadie V. Thompson School, she thinks about T.M. Jennings standing there, shading his eyes as ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Sunday, July 3, 2016 12:40 am

Business

Moo-ve over boring burgers: New eatery offers craft ‘tailgating’ food

NATCHEZ — Long before Moo’s Barn and Grill opened, the spotted cow standing on the rafters over the patio was serving as a beacon for ... Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Sunday, July 3, 2016 12:10 am

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New Vidalia mayor pledges progress at inauguration

Pledging the start of a new era of progress and accountability, new leadership took their oaths of office in Vidalia Friday. Read more

by Vershal Hogan, Saturday, July 2, 2016 12:34 am

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