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Celebrating the dream: Images from Monday’s MLK Day parade
Monday afternoons’ Martin Luther King Jr. Parade included everything from floats and bands to motorcycles and dancers. Read more
14 hours ago by Ben Hillyer.
Parchman inmate from Adams County found dead
An inmate at a Mississippi prison that was a focus of recent deadly unrest was found hanging in his cell by two corrections officers over ... Read more
14 hours ago by The Associated Press.
Pro-Life cross display vandalized
Approximately 20 of 98 crosses that were placed Sunday afternoon on the Natchez Bluff were reduced to splinters by Monday morning, said Ruth Powers of ... Read more
14 hours ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Research center named for Millers established at Historic Natchez Foundation
The Historic Natchez Foundation announced the creation of a center dedicated to the vision established by former directors Ron and Mimi Miller. Read more
14 hours ago by Ben Hillyer.
The Dart: Natchez woman helps prepare float for parade
For the past four years, members of the Adah Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star Masonic organization have prepared a float for the Martin ... Read more
2 days ago by Patrick Murphy.
Welcome Patriots: American Legion meets in Natchez for state meeting
This weekend Natchez hosts the Mid-Winter Conference for the Mississippi American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and the American Legion Junior Auxiliary. Veterans from across the ... Read more
4 days ago by Ben Hillyer.
Local leaders differ on Medicaid expansion, other issues facing legilsature
State officials representing Adams County said they plan to tackle issues preventing rural communities from getting adequate healthcare during this legislative session. Read more
4 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Underweight dog seized from local residence
Natchez Animal Control seized a severely underweight dog from a residence on Holden Drive on Jan. 10. Read more
4 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Persons remembered by friends, family for talents, wisdom
NATCHEZ — Forest Persons was a renaissance man who loved his community, friends and family members said. Persons, 79, died Wednesday at Merit Health Flowood ... Read more
4 days ago by Scott Hawkins.
A new flight plan: Public reviews future plans for airport at open house
Hundreds of visitors stopped by the Natchez Convention Center between 10:30 a.m. and noon Thursday for an open house to get a glimpse of a ... Read more
5 days ago by Scott Hawkins.
Margaret Martin Performing Arts Center broken into, vandalized
NATCHEZ — Natchez police are investigating a break-in and extensive damages to the Margaret Martin Performing Arts Center on Homochitto Street that were discovered Wednesday. ... Read more
5 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Louisiana Attorney General’s office makes child porn, animal abuse arrest in parish
A Vidalia man was arrested Wednesday and faces 14 counts of possession of child pornography and seven counts of sexual abuse of animals. Read more
5 days ago by Staff Reports.
Historic Natchez Foundation to honor former executive directors tonight
NATCHEZ — The Historic Natchez Foundation hosts its annual meeting starting at 5:30 p.m. today in the Natchez Institute at 108 S. Commerce St., during ... Read more
5 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Martin Luther King Jr. celebrated Sunday, Monday
The Natchez Branch of the NAACP is calling for the whole community to come to Martin Luther King Jr. events on Sunday and Monday to ... Read more
5 days ago by Scott Hawkins.
Natchez police recover stolen truck Thursday
NATCHEZ — Natchez police officers recovered a truck Thursday they said had been stolen and had switched plates. Natchez Police Chief Walter Armstrong said investigators ... Read more
5 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Weekend Ticket: Mardi Gras revs up in area Saturday
Mardi Gras is underway and will be a highlight in Natchez this weekend as area Mardi Gras krewes host black-tie balls and festivities leading up ... Read more
6 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Branyan announces intention to run for mayor; White joins race for Ward 1 position
Natchez businessman Richard Branyan announced last week that he would run as an Independent candidate for Natchez Mayor in the 2020 municipal election. Read more
6 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Mississippi River back in flood stage
The Mississippi River in Natchez experienced the first flood of 2020 Wednesday. Read more
6 days ago by Staff Reports.
Flooding may hinder Vidalia street projects
The wet weather could cause delays to ongoing street overlay and sewer repairs, Vidalia officials said during Tuesday’s regularly scheduled town hall meeting. Read more
6 days ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Volunteers help Adams County homeowner avoid disaster near lake
When a privately owned dam overflowed near Turkey Creek Road Friday volunteers stepped up to help prevent DeeAnne Whitehead’s nearby home from flooding. Read more