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City budget still work in progress

Tough decisions, poignant questions and harsh reality marked Thursday night’s public hearing in the Council Chambers. Read more

by David Hamilton, Friday, September 8, 2017 12:34 am

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Public hearing on city budget set for today

Today marks the first of two public hearings at which Natchez residents can voice their thoughts on the city’s proposed budget for next year. Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, September 7, 2017 12:29 am

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Parish considers renewal of garbage contract

Concordia Parish is mulling whether to renew its current garbage collection contract with Waste Pro or allow other providers to bid for the service. Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, September 5, 2017 12:02 am

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Falling apart: Officials say Duncan Park Golf Club needs repairs

Managers of Duncan Park Golf Course are requesting additional funds from the city for what they say are crucial repairs and maintenance of their facilities ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Monday, September 4, 2017 12:03 am

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Leaders: Tax increase needed for fire, police raises

Natchez police and fire leaders have made their message clear: These employees need raises if we want to keep them. In less than two weeks, ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, September 3, 2017 12:39 am

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Mystery show to film in Miss-Lou

A film crew is said to be taping in the Miss-Lou this fall for an upcoming TV series, though officials have been sworn to secrecy ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, September 3, 2017 12:34 am

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Natchez taxes to increase?

The City of Natchez announced Friday the intention to consider a possible tax increase of 2 to 4 mills. Read more

by David Hamilton, Saturday, September 2, 2017 12:06 am

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City, Chamber collecting items for Harvey

Natchez Mayor Darryl Grennell said he wants his city to lend a helping hand to those devastated by Tropical Storm Harvey. Read more

by David Hamilton, Friday, September 1, 2017 12:05 am

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Former Adams County jailer found not guilty

Former Adams County jailer Victor Smith was found not guilty Wednesday of conspiring with inmates to commit aggravated assault against another inmate. Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, August 31, 2017 12:08 am

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City to gauge interest in convention center management

Natchez Mayor Darryl Grennell said Wednesday at a specially called meeting he wants the city to request proposals for the management of the Natchez Convention ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, August 31, 2017 12:07 am

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Assault trial for former Adams County jailer begins

A former Adams County jailer underwent the first day of his trial for allegedly conspiring with inmates to assault another inmate. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, August 30, 2017 12:26 am

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Parish declares state of emergency

Concordia Parish Police Jury President Jimmy Wilkinson declared a state of emergency Monday for the parish in anticipation of Hurricane Harvey’s aftermath. Read more

by David Hamilton, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 12:06 am

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Will taxes increase for city, county residents?

The time of year looms when many residents ask the question, “Will my taxes go up this year?” Read more

by David Hamilton, Sunday, August 27, 2017 12:30 am

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Saturday to mark last summer farmers’ market

Saturday marks the last opportunity to experience the Downtown Natchez Farmers Market — until fall that is. Read more

by David Hamilton, Friday, August 25, 2017 12:05 am

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Officials release details surrounding worker’s death, rescue efforts to retrieve body

Officials Thursday released details of how the construction worked found dead on top of the Mississippi River Bridge likely died and how emergency personnel retrieved ... Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, August 24, 2017 6:03 pm

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Divided board OKs city insurance

The Natchez Board of Aldermen voted 4-2 Tuesday to renew with the city’s health insurance provider, L S & Associates, without seeking other proposals. Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, August 24, 2017 12:44 am

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Natchez police chief’s car broken into in string of burglaries

Just weeks into his new job as Natchez Police Chief, Walter Armstrong said Tuesday he has already experienced first-hand the city’s car burglaries problem. Read more

by David Hamilton, Thursday, August 24, 2017 12:43 am

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Natchez Convention Center faces audit

At Natchez Mayor Darryl Grennell’s request, the board of aldermen voted Tuesday to conduct an audit of the Natchez Convention Center. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, August 23, 2017 12:11 am

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Man in jail for dog theft

Police arrested a man Tuesday who allegedly stole at least 10 dogs, some of which have been recovered by their rightful owner. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, August 23, 2017 12:10 am

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NCPC management contract signed

The Natchez Board of Aldermen Tuesday unanimously approved a management agreement with the Natchez Convention Promotion Commission, ending a long, “contentious” negotiation process. Read more

by David Hamilton, Wednesday, August 23, 2017 12:08 am

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