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Man arrested after shooting incident Sunday evening

Police have arrested a local bed and breakfast owner for allegedly shooting at one of his acquaintances and later firing his weapon while being pursued ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Monday, January 22, 2018 12:06 am

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The Dart: Fiancé keeps in touch by making regular calls from Iraq tour

One day in September 2017, Vidalia resident Robert Lively was on one knee proposing to his soon-to-be fiancée, Kristin Thornton. Read more

by David Hamilton, Monday, January 22, 2018 12:05 am

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Master Gardeners to host Crape myrtle pruning workshop

The Adams County Master Gardeners want people to don their gardening gloves and join the group for a crape myrtle demonstration this week. Read more

by David Hamilton, Monday, January 22, 2018 12:01 am

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Adams County Safe Room: Officials say facility not meant to be long-term shelter

The purpose of the Adams County Safe Room on Liberty Road is right in the building’s name — to keep residents safe during times of ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, January 21, 2018 12:54 am

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County elevator repairs addressed by supervisors

Adams County Supervisors took the first step Friday toward approximately $60,000 of repairs to outdated elevators in county buildings. Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, January 21, 2018 12:49 am

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Natchez National Historical Park properties closed during shutdown

Several tourism destinations and parks closed Saturday after the effects of the federal government’s shutdown trickled down to Natchez. Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, January 21, 2018 12:48 am

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Juveniles charged in connection with burglaries

Police have arrested three juveniles in connection to a rash of burglaries in the area of Arrowhead Drive over the past several weeks. Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, January 21, 2018 12:20 am

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Natchez Housing Authority receives $720,000 for youth program

A $720,000 grant awarded to the Natchez Housing Authority has enabled the return of an internationally renowned program to help at-risk youth get a second ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Saturday, January 20, 2018 12:30 am

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Police: Car burglaries rampant in city

  NATCHEZ — A Natchez man Wednesday morning caught on camera what appeared  to be two individuals attempting to break into two of his vehicles ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Friday, January 19, 2018 1:00 am

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Water Works urges citizens to conserve water following leaks

Natchez Water Works is requesting residents conserve water usage after numerous leaks Thursday began to strain the city’s water system. Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, January 18, 2018 6:43 pm

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Area breaks record low; Law enforcement work multiple wrecks in city, county

Natchez and Adams County officials anticipate much less treacherous conditions today following two days of bitterly frigid weather and icy roads. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, January 17, 2018 7:15 pm

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Hospitals, doctors see rise in flu cases

As influenza sweeps across areas of Mississippi, Natchez healthcare centers are filling up with flu patients. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, January 17, 2018 6:35 pm

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County opens safe room as shelter from freezing temps

The Adams County Safe Room is now temporarily open as a shelter after county supervisors approved an emergency declaration amid frigid weather conditions. Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 6:36 pm

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Executive director: Circus is still coming despite city’s ban

The head of a circus group scheduled to perform in Natchez next month said Tuesday that despite city aldermen’s prohibition of his group performing in ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 6:31 pm

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Man arrested in connection with business burglary

A county man was arrested Tuesday in connection to a business burglary and auto theft from earlier this month. Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 6:30 pm

News

Corrections officer arrested after allegedly fleeing down highway on foot

An alleged battery of a fellow officer, possession of drugs in a penal facility, and a reported pursuit on foot down Louisiana 15 all led ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 1:00 am

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City hoping for new aerial ladder fire truck through grant

Natchez Fire Department officials hope to receive a federal grant for a new aerial ladder truck to replace the department’s current, outdated vehicle. Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 12:58 am

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Aldermen shut down circus due to animal abuse concerns

A circus will not be coming to town next month as planned after city aldermen voted Friday to not allow circus performances at the ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 12:57 am

News

Downtown infrastructure project questioned by aldermen

City aldermen expressed concern Friday about a potential infrastructure project for downtown Natchez that would cost approximately $1.7 million. Read more

by David Hamilton, Monday, January 15, 2018 12:28 am

Business

‘Atmos Andrew’ just a phone call away after retirement

After more the three decades, the man many customers affectionately called “Atmos Andrew” has finally decided to hang up his hat. Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, January 14, 2018 1:10 am

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