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Natchez National Historical Park invites public input on a long-term vision for Forks of the Road site

NATCHEZ — On Nov. 19, Natchez National Historical Park will begin a civic engagement process on the future of the Forks of the Road site ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Monday, October 21, 2024 1:36 pm

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Natchez National Park invites public to share input on future development of Forks of the Road site

NATCHEZ – On Nov. 19, Natchez National Historical Park will begin a civic engagement process on the future of the Forks of the Road site ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Monday, October 21, 2024 12:39 pm

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Chapel Hart to headline a weekend of legendary music for Natchez Balloon Festival

In 2022, vocal-trio “Chapel Hart” wowed judges and won the coveted “Golden Buzzer” award on America’s Got Talent. Later that year, the group performed at ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Friday, October 18, 2024 1:05 pm

Crime Reports

Crime Reports: Friday, Oct. 18, 2024

Natchez Police Department No arrests available.   Reports — Wednesday False alarm on Devereux Drive. False alarm on Seargent S. Prentiss Drive. Traffic stop at ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Friday, October 18, 2024 12:00 am

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YOUR TAKE: A stunning setting moon (GALLERY)

It’s not the sunrise but the stunning setting harvest moon, as captured by Mary Emrick. The moon was setting behind her neighbor’s house at 6 ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 17, 2024 2:28 pm

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Election 2024: Here are Adams County and Concordia Parish sample ballots

Voters in Adams County and Concordia Parish, Louisiana, can find sample ballots for the Nov. 5, 2024, general election here: Adams County Concordia Parish, Louisiana. ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 1:04 pm

Crime Reports

Crime Reports: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024

Natchez Police Department Arrests — Sunday Stephen Brooks Welch, 40, Homeless, Natchez, on charge of willful trespass. Bond set at $750.00. Atilea D. Reed, 35, ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 12:00 am

Courthouse Records

Court Cases: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024

Adams County Justice Court Cases — End Results Week of Oct. 4-10: None. Adams County Circuit Court Cases — End Results Week of Oct. 4-10: ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 12:00 am

Courthouse Records

Courthouse Records: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024

Adams County Oct. 4-10 Civil suits: Estate of Jean H. Peabody. DHS — Jeremiah S. Dent. Daniel J. Case v. Shannon J. Case. (Declaratory Judgment) ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 16, 2024 12:00 am

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VIDEO: Locals load up donated items for support of Hurricane Helene victims

The video above and images below show scenes of local efforts to deliver supplies to victims of Hurricane Helene. The photos and video are submitted ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Monday, October 14, 2024 3:47 pm

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Want to know where the balloons are? Sign up here!

Know when the balloons will be flying this year! Click here to sign up today. Sign up today for text alerts for the 2024 Natchez ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Monday, October 14, 2024 11:56 am

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Natchez Balloon Festival: Up, up, and away from the pilot’s perspective

By MICHAEL WILSON Special to The Natchez Democrat NATCHEZ — In nearly all aviation, the goal is quite simple: Depart from the point of origin ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Sunday, October 13, 2024 2:55 pm

Crime Reports

Crime Reports: Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024

Natchez Police Department Arrests — Wednesday Brandon Lee Trahern, 29, 479 Eagle Road, Vidalia, La., on charge of contempt of court: failure to appear. Bond ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Sunday, October 13, 2024 12:00 am

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Andrew’s Tavern hosts second-annual gumbo cook off benefitting Home With Heroes

Andrew’s Tavern, 325 Main St., is hosting its second-annual Gumbo Cook-off starting at noon on Saturday. Team entry is $25  with all proceeds benefiting the ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Friday, October 11, 2024 3:06 pm

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Natchez will soon receive second Mississippi Freedom Trail marker

NATCHEZ – The city’s second marker on the Mississippi Freedom Trail, located at Donnan’s Barbershop, the birthplace of the Deacons for Defense and Justice in Natchez ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Friday, October 11, 2024 12:15 pm

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Downtown Natchez HOWL-oween Pet Parade is Oct. 10

NATCHEZ — HOWL-oween comes early for our four-legged friends in Natchez. Thursday, Oct. 10, is the HOWL-oween Pet Parade through Downtown Natchez. The public of ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 4:25 pm

Crime Reports

Crime Reports: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

Natchez Police Department Arrests — Saturday Terry Donnell Fulton, 43, 39 Saragossa Road, Natchez, on charge of contempt of court: failure to appear. Bond set ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:00 am

Courthouse Records

Courthouse Records: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

Adams County Sept. 27-Oct. 3 Civil suits: Joint Conservatorship & Guardianship of Daryl Dewayne Green II. Divorces: Larry Jackson and Shelia D. Jackson. (Joint Complaint ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:00 am

Courthouse Records

Court Cases: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

Adams County Justice Court Cases — End Results Week of Sept. 27-Oct. 3: None. (No court on Tuesday, Oct. 1) Adams County Circuit Court Cases ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:00 am

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Frazier Education and Cultural Enrichment Center to host ribbon cutting ceremony

By Bettye Bell NATCHEZ — The Frazier Education and Cultural Enrichment Center, formerly known as Frazier Elementary School, will celebrate its grand opening with a ... Read more

by Staff Reports, Tuesday, October 8, 2024 4:29 pm

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