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County Court overturns Graning misdemeanor trespassing conviction

NATCHEZ — On Wednesday morning, a judge in Adams County Court overturned the misdemeanor conviction of trespassing against Millicent Graning of Natchez. Graning was found ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 2:00 pm

Business

Historic Auburn closed for repairs, improvements

NATCHEZ — As the scaffolding surrounding the house shows, city-owned historic Auburn is closed for renovations. Carter Burns, director of the Historic Natchez Foundation, and ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, July 23, 2024 8:34 pm

Business

Black women in Natchez excited about prospect of a President Kamala Harris

NATCHEZ — Women leaders in the Black community here say that Kamala Harris’s seeking the Democratic presidential nomination has energized the party and will motivate ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, July 22, 2024 1:41 pm

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Natchez man killed in Natchitoches Parish crash

Natchez Man Killed in Natchitoches Parish Crash NATCHEZ — Chadwick J. Nelson II of Natchez died in a one-vehicle crash in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana, at ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, July 21, 2024 8:39 pm

BREAKING NEWS

President Joseph Biden withdraws from re-election campaign

NATCHEZ — President Joseph Biden has withdrawn from his re-election campaign and will no longer seek a second presidential term. Biden announced his withdrawal from ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, July 21, 2024 1:26 pm

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Separate accidents damage downtown properties

NATCHEZ — Two traffic accidents late this week damaged property in downtown Natchez. Ricky Anders Sr., 61, of Natchez, was traveling in a Chevrolet pickup ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 3:38 pm

BREAKING NEWS

Former Ferriday police chief says mayor interfered with department

NATCHEZ — Former Ferriday, Louisiana, Police Chief Clarence “C.J.” Hall Jr. said he felt he had no choice but to resign his position because of ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 12:43 pm

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Ferriday police chief, three officers resign

NATCHEZ — The Town of Ferriday is without a police chief and three officers after they resigned on Friday. Ferriday Mayor Alvin Garrison confirmed Police ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 20, 2024 11:00 am

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Sheriff’s deputies charge four with July 4 burglary of two trucks, guns and other items from county home

NATCHEZ — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office has arrested four people and recovered a Chevrolet truck and several guns that were reported stolen on July ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 5:50 pm

Business

Planning Commission agrees to rehear request for children’s home at 806 N. Union

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Planning Commission voted 6 to 2 to rehear the request from New Hope Missionary Baptist Church for a special exception to ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 12:13 pm

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Probable cause hearing is July 31 for complaint against fire chief

NATCHEZ — Natchez Municipal Judge Christina Daugherty will hold a probable cause hearing on July 31 at 10 a.m. to decide whether a complaint against ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 19, 2024 12:03 pm

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Pets of the week: Mardi, Kyle, Benji and Blue Bell

Hey y’all. I’m Mardi. I’m a 3-month-old Cur/Lab/Pyrenees mix of sunshine and kisses. I’m looking for a place to call home. I’m an affectionate girl ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 3:10 pm

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Your Take: Beesleys keep Melrose Parkway clean

NATCHEZ — Lavada Miller sent in this photo of Ken and Sue Beesley, who can be seen most days grooming their yard on Melrose Avenue ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 12:10 pm

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Former children’s home owners ask planning commission to again consider special exception

NATCHEZ — An attorney for New Hope Missionary Baptist Church is asking the city’s planning commission to rehear the special exception request of New Hope ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 11:27 am

Business

Preservation Commission OKs historic district sign

NATCHEZ—The city’s preservation commission has approved the design of signs proposed by the city’s administration for installation in the Historic District. However, it wants more ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:42 am

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Natchez woman says life being threatened after social media post

NATCHEZ — Jacqueline “Jackie” Marsaw is living a nightmare of sorts, but one she freely admits she brought on herself. Marsaw posted a comment on ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 1:02 pm

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Natchez woman’s social media post on Trump shooting draws national criticism

NATCHEZ — A Natchez woman who works for U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Mississippi, finds herself the center of controversy for a Facebook post she made ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, July 13, 2024 9:51 pm

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VIDEO: NAACP activist files complaint against city’s fire chief

NATCHEZ — A former Natchez Police officer and current NAACP official has filed a complaint against the Natchez fire chief, claiming he made him fear ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 12, 2024 4:57 pm

Business

Habitat completes 25th house here; welcoming new owners on Sunday at 2 p.m.

NATCHEZ — Natchez-Adams County Habitat for Humanity has announced the sale of its 25th home to Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Foley. Habitat will host a ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 12, 2024 11:30 am

News

Your take: Teaching the baby to hunt

Casey Miller of Liberty Road submitted this photo of a bald eagle perched on a fence, teaching its youngster on the ground in the background ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, July 12, 2024 11:14 am

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