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Concordia update: Parish officials report nine additional cases of COVID-19
The Concordia Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness reported nine new cases of COVID-19 Friday. OEP Director Timothy Vanier said the parish has reported 27 total ... Read more
1 hour ago by Staff Reports.
Friday update: The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases jumps 55% in Adams County; Cases also increase in Wilkinson and Franklin counties
The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 increased across Southwest Mississippi on Friday, including a 55% increase in confirmed virus cases in Adams County. The ... Read more
3 hours ago by Staff Reports.
Severe weather likely for Adams County on Easter Sunday
Easter day might be a stormy one for many residents in central Mississippi, as a line of severe weather preceding a strong cold front enters ... Read more
5 hours ago by Staff Reports.
Democrat announces changes to print schedule
In response to the economic challenges presented by the COVID-19 novel coronavirus, as well as the change in recent years as to how its readers ... Read more
13 hours ago by Staff Reports.
School districts temporarily suspend meal programs
NATCHEZ — Adams County and Concordia Parish Schools temporarily suspended their grab-and-go meal programs out of concern for the health and safety of their students ... Read more
18 hours ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Faith & Family: Churches celebrate Easter uniquely
With churches in the Miss-Lou closed due to COVID-19, pastors are finding ways to still meet with their congregations on Easter Sunday. Read more
18 hours ago by Patrick Murphy.
Man arrested after police said he stole vehicle from parish auto detailing shop
An ex-employee of an automobile detailing shop was arrested Thursday after police said he stole a vehicle from the shop. Read more
18 hours ago by Staff Reports.
Thursday update: State sees highest jump in COVID-19 cases; Adams County, Wilkinson County also see increase
Mississippi State Health Department officials announced Thursday morning the highest single-day jump in confirmed COVID-19 coronavirus cases. The number of COVID-19 cases in Mississippi increased ... Read more
1 day ago by Staff Reports.
Updated: Concordia Parish police dog recovering from rattlesnake bite
VIDALIA — A Concordia Parish Sheriffs Office K9 named Echo was bitten by a rattlesnake Wednesday evening, law officials said. Read more
1 day ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Stewpot continues to feed hungry during COVID-19 crisis
The Natchez Stewpot is going through changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic but is still feeding people in Natchez. Read more
2 days ago by Patrick Murphy.
Donations help prepare hospital for any future surge of patients
Merit Health Natchez has been receiving donations of personal protective equipment, such as hospital gowns, masks and gloves to prepare for a likely surge in ... Read more
2 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Painted image brings smiles during COVID-19 crisis
Whoever painted a picture of a big white robot with the message “wash your hands” on a garage door facing North Union Street, did not ... Read more
2 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Rev. Stanely Searcy tells governor he will not hold Easter service
The Rev. Stanley Searcy Sr. announced during Gov. Tate Reeves’ Wednesday afternoon press conference that he will not hold an in-person Easter Sunday service. Read more
2 days ago by Scott Hawkins.
VIDEO: Tate Reeves invites Bishop Searcy to address issues with churches
2 days ago by Staff Reports.
Mayor: Signs send strong message about virus
The city of Natchez is making a statement in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 in Natchez by providing residents with signs reading, “Stay ... Read more
3 days ago by Patrick Jones.
Church cancels planned gathering
An Adams County pastor who held a Palm Sunday service despite a shelter-in-place order issued by Gov. Tate Reeves that prohibits gatherings of 10 or ... Read more
3 days ago by Scott Hawkins.
Customers wait in long lines at local pharmacy
Having a lengthy line of vehicles in the drive-thru has become a common occurrence at the Walgreens store and pharmacy at 49 Seargent S. Prentiss ... Read more
3 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Bright Future: Gray honored to be STAR student at ACCS
Maggie Gray, the daughter of Dawn Green at Eric Gray, is the 2020 Adams County Christian School STAR Student. Gray doesn’t compete for the student ... Read more