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Business

Local professionals practice ergonomics at the office

NATCHEZ — Five years ago, Barbara O’Brien ended many of her workdays as a dental hygienist by popping a Motrin and rubbing her neck. But ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Sunday, May 20, 2012 2:02 pm

News

Old North Natchez High School building cherished by alumni

Had the powers that be decided to demolish Robert Lewis Middle School, Barry Wilson could have made a pretty penny. The tradeoff, though, might have ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Sunday, May 20, 2012 12:04 am

News

After the flood: Flood fight involved more than protecting riverfront

Even the closest river watchers can’t know everything that went into preparing for the flood fight last year. Read more

by Emily Lane, Sunday, May 20, 2012 12:02 am

editors pick

Looking for ah-ha: Teachers of the year follow calling to make a difference

  NATCHEZ — Children are always watching, Morgantown Elementary School Shamekia Isaac knows. And knowing that her students are like little sponges drives Isaac to ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Sunday, May 20, 2012 12:01 am

News

NASD summer break extended

Some students’ summer just got a little longer. Read more

by Emily Lane, Friday, May 18, 2012 12:06 am

News

RLMS says farewell to its last middle schoolers

Books were boxed, hugs were had and hands waved from school busses Thursday at Natchez-Adams School District schools. Read more

by Emily Lane, Friday, May 18, 2012 12:03 am

News

WEEKEND TICKET: Musical weekend ahead

NATCHEZ — Fiddles, violins and voices will filter through the Miss-Lou this weekend. Read more

by Emily Lane, Thursday, May 17, 2012 12:06 am

City elections 2012

Furlow, Buie look ahead to June 5 general election

When Bob Buie walked out the voting booth after casting a ballot Tuesday, he purposefully neglected to mention to passers-by at the Elks Lodge that ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Wednesday, May 16, 2012 12:06 am

Style feature

Cathedral Key Club wins several district awards

  NATCHEZ — Football might steal some of the glory for the Green Wave, but trophies lining the windowsill in Cheryl Hunt’s classroom show students ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Wednesday, May 16, 2012 12:01 am

News

KiOR planning to start Natchez construction in January

If all goes according to plans in Columbus, construction on a KiOR plant in Natchez should begin in January, Natchez Inc. Executive Director Chandler Russ ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Tuesday, May 15, 2012 12:04 am

editors pick

Local boy plays hard, despite heart disease

Above the knee and ignoring the scar on his chest, Austin Dungan appears to be as normal as any other Sasquatch hunting, army playing, LSU ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Sunday, May 13, 2012 12:01 am

News

Festival of Music cancels one event

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Festival of Music event titled “Dancing in the Park,” has been cancelled. However, Terry Trovato will provide a musical event at ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Saturday, May 12, 2012 12:02 am

News

Schools to reorganize by fall; middle school to close

Starting in August, many public school children will board the bus for a school closer to home, and every student will return to the same ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Friday, May 11, 2012 12:06 am

News

Chicken dinners for sale to benefit boy

NATCHEZ — Those with an appetite for a good cause can pick up a chicken dinner today at Parkway Baptist Church. In exchange for a ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Friday, May 11, 2012 12:02 am

News

Music, puppy events on the horizon

NATCHEZ — Voices will sing, pianos will sound and puppies will romp this weekend in the Miss-Lou. Read more

by Emily Lane, Thursday, May 10, 2012 12:11 am

Style feature

Attic sale benefits Stanton Hall renovations

A keen eye often finds that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, especially if the throwaways gathered dust in a century-and-a-half-old mansion. In preparation ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Wednesday, May 9, 2012 4:07 pm

News

Ferriday water rates on the rise

Following estimates based on slippery numbers for water consumption in the Town of Ferriday, residents should expect to see a $6 increase on their monthly ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Wednesday, May 9, 2012 12:03 am

News

Storms strike quickly; NHS football team comes to rescue

A thunderstorm Monday afternoon took down a few trees that pummeled some power lines and even a house. Read more

by Emily Lane, Tuesday, May 8, 2012 12:03 am

News

State testing starts today at three schools

By 8 a.m. today, bathroom breaks will be had, pencils will be sharpened and young minds will hopefully be ripe for reasoning. Read more

by Emily Lane, Tuesday, May 8, 2012 12:00 am

Style: Engagements

Alford-Magee

Sybil Joyce Alford and Robert Harold Magee, both of Natchez, announce their long-awaited engagement. The bride-to-be is a graduate of South Natchez High School and ... Read more

by Emily Lane, Monday, May 7, 2012 10:56 am

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