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Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce celebrates best of best

The Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce celebrated the men and women who helped move the community and region forward at its annual gala Tuesday night. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Wednesday, November 13, 2019 12:16 am

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ACCS elementary students put their talents on display

Twenty-five acts competed Saturday evening in Adams County Christian School’s Elementary School Talent Show, sponsored by the school’s Drama Club. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Tuesday, November 12, 2019 12:05 am

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None too small: Locals observe Veterans Day holiday in flag retirement ceremony

Local Boy Scouts from Troop 158, Troop 158 and Troop 168 conducted a flag retirement ceremony Saturday afternoon in the park beside the Natchez Convention ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Monday, November 11, 2019 12:03 am

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Corner Bar for the win: Competition was hot at annual Chili Cook-Off Saturday

Images from Saturday's Natchez Rotary Club Chili Cook-Off to benefit Natchez Children's Services. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Sunday, November 10, 2019 9:04 am

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Honoring heroes: Vidalia veteran’s love of country fostered in military family

Veteran Nathaniel Williams’ eyes filled with pride — and maybe a few tears — Friday morning when he heard the words to the song “God ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Saturday, November 9, 2019 2:39 am

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Building a Wall: Plans to construct veteran memorial in Vidalia continue

Doug McCallister from Point Man International Ministries talked about a future memorial wall at Friday’s Veterans Day Program at Vidalia High School. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Saturday, November 9, 2019 1:15 am

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Back from the Grave: Angel stories delight crowds

On the first night of Angels on the Bluff, some of the Natchez City Cemetery’s best stories came back from the grave to delight crowds. ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Friday, November 8, 2019 12:15 am

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Owners end plan for ice cream shop

Plans for a new ice cream shop in downtown Natchez have been scrapped. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Friday, November 8, 2019 12:01 am

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Who will sell lottery tickets? 15 local stores ready for launch

NATCHEZ — Convenience stores, grocery stores and even a few beauty shops and restaurants are signing up to sell Mississippi Lottery tickets beginning at the ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Thursday, November 7, 2019 12:01 am

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Virus attacks ACSO computers

An apparent computer virus attack disabled computers and servers at the Adams County Sheriff Office on Friday. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Tuesday, November 5, 2019 12:15 am

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Delta Music Museum adds to Hall of Fame

The Delta Music Museum in Ferriday inducted two new members into its Hall of Fame Saturday night. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Tuesday, November 5, 2019 12:13 am

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Miss. Senate District 37 candidates discuss issues to packed crowd at Friday Forum

The two candidates for Mississippi Senate District 37 agree on one thing. Both said they are committed to creating a vibrant future for Southwest Mississippi ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Saturday, November 2, 2019 12:34 am

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Candy ‘staches: Children of all ages dress up for Halloween

Images from Thursday’s Halloween Trick-or-Treat Little Feat event in downtown Natchez.   Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Friday, November 1, 2019 12:15 am

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Longwood Afternoon festival to be filled with music, food, fun Saturday

By the time Longwood Afternoon is over Saturday afternoon things are likely to get a little Ugly. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Friday, November 1, 2019 12:15 am

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Catholic youth raising funds and raising blood pressure at haunted house tonight

The St. Mary Basilica Youth opened its Haunted House filled with frightful sights Tuesday evening. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Wednesday, October 30, 2019 12:15 am

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Moment in Stone: Proud to Take Stand monument dedicated

More than 500 people filled the Natchez City Auditorium to dedicate a monument in remembrance of a part of Natchez civil rights history. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Tuesday, October 29, 2019 12:16 am

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Civil Rights icon, state, local leaders help dedicate Proud to Take a Stand monument

Images from Saturday morning's dedication of the Proud to Take a Stand Monument dedicated to the hundreds of people who endured the injustices of Parchman ... Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Saturday, October 26, 2019 9:05 pm

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Proud moment: Workers prepare Proud to Take a Stand monument for dedication Saturday

Workers from Natchez Monument Company and Landscape Resources installed the Proud to Take a Stand Monument Wednesday at the corner of Jefferson and Canal streets. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Thursday, October 24, 2019 12:15 am

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Firefighters are our friends: Preschoolers celebrate fire prevention month

Jefferson Street Preschool students got a chance to meet and make friends of Natchez firefighters Monday morning in honor of Fire Prevention Month. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Wednesday, October 23, 2019 12:18 am

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Local restaurants, stores ‘happy’ with balloon festival crowds

For local business owners, sore muscles and tired eyes are good signs on the Monday after Natchez Balloon Festival. Read more

by Ben Hillyer, Tuesday, October 22, 2019 12:18 am

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