Parish mechanic gets hands dirty for family

Even in a down economy, Roosevelt Hawkins of Vidalia still has time to show a little love to his family and friends. Read more

by Cain Madden, Monday, January 17, 2011 12:02 am

Street light outages concern local leaders

Some Natchez residents are coming home from work to find more shadows in their neighborhood than light. Read more

by Cain Madden, Sunday, January 16, 2011 12:00 am

61-year-old woman arrested for arson

A former resident of Carpenter Apartments has been charged with arson in connection to a fire that started at the complex last week. Read more

by Cain Madden, Sunday, January 16, 2011 12:00 am

Alcorn State student killed in accident

One Alcorn State University student is dead and another is in the hospital following a Jefferson County wreck early Friday morning. Read more

by Cain Madden, Saturday, January 15, 2011 12:00 am

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Mayor: Arlington battle not over

Mayor Jake Middleton said the city is done funneling money into Arlington’s upkeep, but the battle to preserve the historic property is far from finished. Read more

by Cain Madden, Thursday, January 13, 2011 12:00 am

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Police chief concerned about wear and tear on cars

The Natchez Police Department is looking at the possibility of spending more money in the future if patrol cars are not purchased this year. Read more

by Cain Madden, Thursday, January 13, 2011 12:00 am

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City shuts down north Natchez drainage project

James Smith came into town to check on the house he is selling on Wall Street and found his sale sign on the ground, covered ... Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:14 am

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Damaged pole may cost city $6,000

A hit-and-run accident at the Tracetown intersection could cost the city $6,000. Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:13 am

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Vidalia drainage project approved

The Vidalia Board of Aldermen approved a bid Tuesday night for $61,847.50 worth of work on an ongoing drainage improvement project. Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:12 am

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Man dies after being ejected from vehicle

At 5:57 p.m. Jan 10, a driver in a southbound SUV on U.S. 61 north of Mississippi 552 left the roadway and the 68-year-old was ... Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:00 am

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Ferriday man charged with Dec. 28 rape

A Ferriday man is in jail on charges of simple rape with no bond set. Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:00 am

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Carpenter Apartments unit damaged in fire

A lone apartment caught fire at the Carpenter Apartment complex early Tuesday morning, but crews arrived before the fire could spread throughout the complex. Read more

by Cain Madden, Wednesday, January 12, 2011 12:00 am

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Apartment catches fire

The Natchez Fire Department responded to a fire at Carpenter Apartments on Union Street this morning. Read more

by Cain Madden, Tuesday, January 11, 2011 12:10 pm

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Port Gibson man dies in wreck

At 5:57 p.m., a southbound SUV driving on U.S. 61 north of Mississippi 552 left the roadway and fatally injuring the 68-year-old driver. Read more

by Cain Madden, Tuesday, January 11, 2011 12:06 pm

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Jury tables medical costs vote

District Attorney Brad Burget presented Monday night the draft of an ordinance designed to deter inmate medical expenses to the Concordia Parish Police Jury. Read more

by Cain Madden, Tuesday, January 11, 2011 12:00 am

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Frigid temps to stick around for few days

While the majority of this weekend’s storm missed the Miss-Lou, the area is expected to see continued cold temperatures this week. Read more

by Cain Madden, Tuesday, January 11, 2011 12:00 am

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Books celebrate 200 years of Franklin County

Franklin County’s 200th bicentennial committee put together something that not only could be used to raise funds for the celebration, but also could make the ... Read more

by Cain Madden, Sunday, January 9, 2011 12:03 am

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Natchez takes stage in Jackson

While Natchez artist Rolland Golden doesn’t create Muppets, he has something in common with Jim Henson. Read more

by Cain Madden, Saturday, January 8, 2011 12:00 am

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Beware slick roads Sunday night

Adams County Emergency Management Director Stan Owens said the roads could be hazardous Sunday night and Monday morning. Read more

by Cain Madden, Saturday, January 8, 2011 12:00 am

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Aldermen hear casino report

The City of Natchez Board of Aldermen had a special meeting Thursday night to discuss two items: Natchez Enterprises and a separate litigation matter. Read more

by Cain Madden, Friday, January 7, 2011 12:47 am