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Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration director retiring

Carolyn Vance Smith, the founder of the Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration, will retire this year after spending 26 years building the annual event into ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Sunday, January 18, 2015 12:08 am

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Events slated to celebrate, honor King

NATCHEZ — Remembering those who fought for the liberties black people freely enjoy today is the goal of events Sunday and Monday commemorating the birthday ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Saturday, January 17, 2015 12:11 am

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City to send ‘bean field’ bill to Miss. legislature

City of Natchez leaders are counting on local legislators to help bring three parcels of land — totaling nearly 90 acres — back under the ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Friday, January 16, 2015 12:06 am

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Natchez-Adams School Board tackles literacy issue

Natchez-Adams School District leaders hope new programs and resources will help ensure third graders can soon become better readers. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Friday, January 16, 2015 12:03 am

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Injured Vidalia firefighter recovering

A firefighter who broke his ankle fighting a house fire in Vidalia earlier this week is recovering at home and thankful for the community support ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Friday, January 16, 2015 12:01 am

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Saving at the pump: Gas prices dip below $2

Gas prices dropped below $2 Wednesday for the first time in Natchez since 2009, leaving locals happier than usual at the pumps. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Thursday, January 15, 2015 12:05 am

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Disclaimer of opinion issued by city auditor

The City of Natchez’s poor financial records led an independent auditor to perform the accounting equivalent of shrugged shoulders after completing the city’s much-delayed 2012-13 ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Wednesday, January 14, 2015 12:05 am

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School district hosts public forum tonight

The Natchez-Adams School District plans the first in a series of community public forums tonight discussing a variety of topics regarding the district and other ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Wednesday, January 14, 2015 12:03 am

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Police investigating homicide; Ferriday man found dead on street Sunday

FERRIDAY — Police are investigating the death of a 42-year-old man found Sunday lying dead in a busy street. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 12:14 am

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Vidalia family feeling blessed after community outreach

VIDALIA — A Vidalia family nearly was left speechless Monday after an outpouring of support from community members following the loss of their house to ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 12:13 am

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Natchez aldermen ready to discuss finances

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Board of Aldermen will review a variety of financial matters today and Wednesday, including its delayed audit and restructuring of bond ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 12:10 am

Business

New face behind the wheel: Greenville businessman buys Toyota dealership

NATCHEZ — A new face and name will take over the selling of Toyota vehicles s in Natchez. With the face and name change will come ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Sunday, January 11, 2015 12:06 am

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Natchez woman crashes into bayou after fleeing from officers

NATCHEZ — The theft of a dog harness and bottle of antibiotic ointment led Natchez police on a chase that ended with a car in ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Saturday, January 10, 2015 12:01 am

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Historic items transferred to HNF museum

NATCHEZ — Nearly 290 artillery projectiles were delivered to the Historic Natchez Foundation recently, but not for the purpose of military defense. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Friday, January 9, 2015 12:10 am

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New receptacles placed throughout downtown area

Recycling in downtown Natchez is a little easier now thanks to the addition of nearly 45 metal receptacles. The recycling receptacles were placed recently along ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Thursday, January 8, 2015 12:08 am

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Arctic blast to hit area tonight

The Miss-Lou will see some of the coldest temperatures yet this season tonight and Thursday morning. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Wednesday, January 7, 2015 12:03 am

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Natchez family escapes flames in house fire

NATCHEZ — A Natchez family is counting its blessings after a fire destroyed the family’s Pineview Drive house early Monday morning. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Tuesday, January 6, 2015 12:12 am

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Holiday shopping reported successful

NATCHEZ — An apparent increase in visitors to Natchez over the holiday season helped area businesses and restaurants have plenty of seasons greetings. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Sunday, January 4, 2015 12:10 am

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Community reacts to shooting

NATCHEZ — The killing of a 16-year-old Natchez resident Monday has community leaders pleading for youth violence to stop. Jessie Taylor was shot late Sunday ... Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Saturday, January 3, 2015 12:05 am

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Two arrested in teen’s death; Police believe victim was robbed before shot

NATCHEZ — Natchez police arrested Wednesday two people in connection to the killing of a 16-year-old Natchez teenager. Read more

by Rod Guajardo, Thursday, January 1, 2015 12:13 am

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