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Business

Historic Natchez Foundation 50th anniversary: Feltus Bros. building

NATCHEZ — The commercial buildings at 509-513 Franklin Street were constructed in the 1890s and were home to Feltus Brothers Hardware for most of the ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 26, 2024 11:00 am

Business

Truth Lounge to remain closed as appeal of city decision moves forward

NATCHEZ—Adams County Sixth Circuit District Court Judge Carmen Drake told an attorney representing the Truth Lounge that the law does not allow for injunctive relief ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 25, 2024 6:10 pm

News

Natchez man faces aggravated domestic violence, DUI charge

NATCHEZ — Russell Handjis, 44, of Natchez has been arrested and charged with aggravated domestic violence and driving under the influence. Adams County Sheriff’s Deputies ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 25, 2024 11:57 am

News

After contentious discussion, city fills planning commission vacancy

NATCHEZ — Two members of the city’s Board of Aldermen said they were caught off guard by a motion to appoint a new planning commission ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 8:23 pm

Business

Truth Lounge owners to ask court for injunction against city to allow it to reopen at hearing Thursday

NATCHEZ — The Truth Lounge owners have filed an application for a preliminary injunction against the City of Natchez in Sixth District Circuit Court. Circuit ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 6:32 pm

Business

County Court overturns Graning misdemeanor trespassing conviction

NATCHEZ — On Wednesday morning, a judge in Adams County Court overturned the misdemeanor conviction of trespassing against Millicent Graning of Natchez. Graning was found ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 2:00 pm

Business

Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements

NATCHEZ — As the scaffolding surrounding the house shows, city-owned historic Auburn is closed for renovations. Carter Burns, director of the Historic Natchez Foundation, and ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 8:34 pm

Business

Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris

NATCHEZ — Women leaders in the Black community here say that Kamala Harris’s seeking the Democratic presidential nomination has energized the party and will motivate ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, July 22, 2024 1:41 pm

News

Natchez man killed in Natchitoches Parish crash

Natchez Man Killed in Natchitoches Parish Crash NATCHEZ — Chadwick J. Nelson II of Natchez died in a one-vehicle crash in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, at ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, July 21, 2024 8:39 pm

BREAKING NEWS

President Joseph Biden withdraws from re-election campaign

NATCHEZ — President Joseph Biden has withdrawn from his re-election campaign and will no longer seek a second presidential term. Biden announced his withdrawal from ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, July 21, 2024 1:26 pm

Opinion

Remembering James Biglane

It is often quoted that “we stand on the shoulders of giants.” There could be no greater example of this statement for Natchez and quite ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:46 pm

News

Separate accidents damage downtown properties

NATCHEZ — Two traffic accidents late this week damaged property in downtown Natchez. Ricky Anders Sr., 61, of Natchez, was traveling in a Chevrolet pickup ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:38 pm

BREAKING NEWS

Former Ferriday police chief says mayor interfered with department

NATCHEZ — Former Ferriday, Louisiana, Police Chief Clarence “C.J.” Hall Jr. said he felt he had no choice but to resign his position because of ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 12:43 pm

News

Ferriday police chief, three officers resign

NATCHEZ — The Town of Ferriday is without a police chief and three officers after they resigned on Friday. Ferriday Mayor Alvin Garrison confirmed Police ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 11:00 am

News

Sheriff’s deputies charge four with July 4 burglary of two trucks, guns and other items from county home

NATCHEZ — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office has arrested four people and recovered a Chevrolet truck and several guns that were reported stolen on July ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 5:50 pm

News

Your take: Mississippi Kite

Debra and Ronnie Stephens are enjoying a family of Mississippi Kites, including a baby Mississippi Kite chick, who have made their home on the Stephens’ ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 3:06 pm

Business

Planning Commission agrees to rehear request for children’s home at 806 N. Union

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Planning Commission voted 6 to 2 to rehear the request from New Hope Missionary Baptist Church for a special exception to ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 12:13 pm

News

Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief

NATCHEZ — Natchez Municipal Judge Christina Daugherty will hold a probable cause hearing on July 31 at 10 a.m. to decide whether a complaint against ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 12:03 pm

News

Pets of the week: Mardi, Kyle, Benji and Blue Bell

Hey y’all. I’m Mardi. I’m a 3-month-old Cur/Lab/Pyrenees mix of sunshine and kisses. I’m looking for a place to call home. I’m an affectionate girl ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 3:10 pm

News

Your Take: Beesleys keep Melrose Parkway clean

NATCHEZ — Lavada Miller sent in this photo of Ken and Sue Beesley, who can be seen most days grooming their yard on Melrose Avenue ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:10 pm

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