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Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson kicked off a week of hope and awareness for 6th annual Paint Natchez Pink event on the steps of City Hall Thursday morning.

Backed by a large crowd of local businesses and supporters, Gibson introduced several speakers, including Monica Smith of Monica’s Hope and Merit Health Natchez CEO Kevin Samrow. Gibson also read a proclamation and lead the group assembled in front of City Hall in prayer and song.

Below are some photos from Thursday’s Paint Natchez Pink kickoff: