NATCHEZ — Fourth of July fun, the Circle of Life and a look at how local sports fans are trying to beat the heat: Here is a look at some of the stories you might have missed among the headlines last week:

CELEBRATING FREEDOM

Local residents spent their Fourth of July celebrating with fireworks, lake fun and more. Here are two stories from last week that we shared with readers about the holiday:

Celebrating Freedom: Fourth of July filled with music, food and fireworks

Splish, splash: Family takes the opportunity to spend the holiday at the lake

While local residents were enjoying the holiday, soldiers from the 155th Armored Division were in Kuwait serving the country overseas.

The soldiers sent video greetings for the holiday

THE CIRCLE OF LIFE

The Natchez Little Theatre presented “The Lion King” acted and sung by members of its summer youth program. Two stories came from this year’s production.

While the young actors were on stage, parents were helping make it all happen.

Bright Future: Young actor finds confidence on the stage

SEE HOW HIS GARDEN GROWS

When The Dart landed on Melrose-Montebello Parkway, one local resident was finding a little peace in his garden.

Garden is hard work for Eddie Brown but he loves it

BEATING THE HEAT

The heat may have been the biggest challenge for local sports teams and their fans. Here is a story from last week about how fans are beating the heat.

Spectators do their best to keep cool during tournaments

BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY

The sight of the antebellum house Longwood had New Yorkers looking up at the billboards in Times Square.

Natchez featured in video billboard in Times Square