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Five arrested by CPSO on drug charges

The Concordia Parish Narcotics Division arrested five men Tuesday night on drug charges in two different incidents. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Thursday, November 30, 2017 12:58 am

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Natchez man surrenders in Brookhaven murder, shooting

A man charged with murder in a shooting last week turned himself in to Brookhaven police this morning, The Daily Leader reports. According to Adams ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 29, 2017 3:22 pm

BREAKING NEWS

Maher wins justice court judge race by one vote

NATCHEZ — Eileen Mary Maher became the new Southern District Justice Court Judge by just one vote after absentee and affidavit votes were counted Wednesday. ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 29, 2017 3:09 pm

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Justice court judge race too close to call; absentee votes could make difference

Though Eileen Mary Maher was leading by 11 votes Tuesday night in the justice court judge runoff election, officials say the count is too close ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 29, 2017 1:00 am

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Holiday display to open at Family Christmas Fest Friday

Restoring a Natchez emblem of the holiday season is long, hard work, but that’s exactly what Burnley Cook and Anna Byrne are trying to do. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Monday, November 27, 2017 12:34 am

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The Dart: Passion for drones helps Vidalia student overcome timidity

Kaden Coats maneuvers a tiny, winged drone high above the riverfront in waning sunlight, just meters from the Mississippi River. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Monday, November 27, 2017 12:28 am

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Captain of tugboat found dead in boat on river

The captain of a towboat was found dead by crewmembers Sunday on the Mississippi River, the U.S. Coast Guard confirmed. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Monday, November 27, 2017 12:25 am

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Sunday Focus: Local nonprofits depend on donations to give the gift of Christmas

Alongside traditions such as cookies, colored lights and carols, the Christmas season often ignites another custom: Charitable giving. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Sunday, November 26, 2017 12:40 am

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Natural gas service resumes for most in Kingston

Services have resumed for most of the approximately 150 residences affected by a natural gas outage Thursday night in the Kingston community. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Sunday, November 26, 2017 12:23 am

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Natchez kicks off season with Santa, snow, Christmas tree lighting

The crowds started piling up early around the 30-foot Christmas tree that towered above Main Street Friday night. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Saturday, November 25, 2017 1:29 am

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Stewpot feeds more than 400 needy in Natchez for Thanksgiving

The Natchez Stewpot filled Thanksgiving Day with more than triple the number of volunteers that prepare meals for the hungry on any other day. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Friday, November 24, 2017 1:04 am

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Ferriday police chief files suit, requests restraining order against mayor

Ferriday Police Chief Arthur Lewis has filed a lawsuit seeking damages and requesting a restraining order against his boss Ferriday Mayor Sherrie Jacobs saying she ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Friday, November 24, 2017 1:00 am

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Natural gas service fails Thursday for Kingston community residences

Natural gas service to approximately 150 residences in the Kingston community failed Thursday night after the regulator on a truck providing gas to the area ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Friday, November 24, 2017 12:58 am

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School district studies administration salaries

The Natchez-Adams School District Tuesday approved the hiring of John Jordan of Core Learning LLC to compare salaries of school administration in the state to ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Friday, November 24, 2017 12:55 am

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Ogden Stephens honored with state award for helping citizens with disabilities

Matilda Ogden Stephens said she does not understand why she will receive a statewide award from the Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Thursday, November 23, 2017 12:05 am

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Officials: Be aware of crime during holidays

Following six residential and vehicle break ins in Vidalia in three weeks, Police Chief Joey Merrill said residents should be especially wary during holidays. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Thursday, November 23, 2017 12:02 am

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State of emergency declared at school following gas leaks

The Natchez-Adams School Board declared a state of emergency at Morgantown Middle School Tuesday after the discovery Monday night of several gas leaks during a ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 22, 2017 12:58 am

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Bright Future: NHS sophomore comes to rescue of woman in pain rescue

When Robin Kaiser’s hip dislocated in a near-empty parking lot, she said she suddenly felt very alone. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 22, 2017 12:57 am

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NASD forges ahead with resolutions to borrow for new school

The Natchez-Adams School Board took two steps Tuesday night toward borrowing $34 million for the construction of a new high school and renovating existing structures. Read more

by Clara Turnage, Wednesday, November 22, 2017 12:51 am

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Christmas in Natchez kicks off with gumbo, tree lighting Friday

Before the Thanksgiving turkey has had time to settle, Natchezians will be gearing up Friday for the ninth-annual Gumbo Cook-Off and Christmas Tree Lighting on ... Read more

by Clara Turnage, Monday, November 20, 2017 12:53 am

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