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Natchez fails to get grant for Forks to Freedom

NATCHEZ — If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. That’s Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson’s attitude after learning Natchez was not successful in its ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, June 25, 2023 7:16 am

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Aldermen shift funding to get Morgantown Road project started

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Board of Aldermen moved some things around, matching actions expected by the Adams County Board of Supervisors, to help get work ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, June 24, 2023 11:19 pm

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Security firm hired to police community swimming pool

NATCHEZ —Private security guards will be on hand when the community pool is open to the public this summer. The move comes after a vote ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, June 24, 2023 11:10 pm

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Cemetery board breaks ground on new facility

NATCHEZ — Natchez City Cemetery Board President Terry Stutzman on Friday called Grace Augusta Manning’s generous gift “manna from heaven.” For many years, the city ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, June 24, 2023 5:16 pm

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Mayor, aldermen call special meeting for Friday at 11 a.m.; variety of items on agenda

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen have called a special meeting for Friday at 11 a.m. to take care of some necessary ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, June 22, 2023 4:00 pm

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UPDATE: No arrests yet in shooting that claimed 20-year-old Jordan Knight, injured two others

NATCHEZ — Natchez Police continue to work the Wednesday night shooting at Holiday Apartments, said NPD Commander Jerry Ford. “We are interviewing people and are ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, June 22, 2023 3:40 pm

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UPDATE: Deceased in shooting identified

NATCHEZ — Natchez Police have released the name of the person who was killed during a shooting late Wednesday night at Holiday Apartments. The deceased ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, June 22, 2023 8:04 am

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One dead, two injured during shooting at Holiday Apartments Wednesday night

NATCHEZ — One person is dead and two others were injured Wednesday night in a shooting at Holiday Apartments in Natchez. Natchez Police Chief Cal ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Thursday, June 22, 2023 7:51 am

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Owners and neighbors discuss proposed short-term rental ordinance at Tuesday night hearing

NATCHEZ — Owners of short-term rental properties in the city had the chance to voice their opinions on an ordinance the city’s board of aldermen ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 3:29 pm

Business

PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Natchez Alliance platinum sponsor of annual Mississippi Main Street annual awards luncheon

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Convention Center and the Downtown Natchez Alliance were platinum sponsors of the Mississippi Main Street annual awards luncheon held June 15 ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 12:07 pm

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City’s Fishing with Fathers introduces area youngsters to fishing

NATCHEZ — Fifth Ward Alderman Ben Davis again this year spearheaded the city’s Parks and Recreation Department’s Fishing with Fathers event. This year was Davis’s ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 11:51 am

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Pets of the week: Duke, Cocoa Bean, Cai and Forrest

This is Duke. He entered the Natchez-Adams County Humane Society shelter on Sept. 5, 2021. That’s 649 days ago as a owner surrender who couldn’t ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 10:39 am

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Construction on new tennis courts at Duncan Park under way

NATCHEZ — City of Natchez and Natchez tennis dignitaries were on hand at Duncan Park this morning to break ground on the construction of two ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 10:23 am

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New Co-Lin president introduces himself to county’s board of supervisors

NATCHEZ — The new president of Copiah-Lincoln Community College introduced himself to the Adams County Board of Supervisor on Monday, emphasizing his desire to continue ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 9:18 am

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City calls special meeting for Tuesday to hold three public hearings

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen’s have set three public hearings for Tuesday night. The hearings will be held at the Council ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, June 19, 2023 3:26 pm

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County’s bid to purchase building accepted; could be new home to 911 dispatch center

NATCHEZ — The Adams County Board of Supervisors heard from county attorney Scott Slover at its Monday meeting that its bid of $120,000 for a ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, June 19, 2023 2:51 pm

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PHOTO GALLERY: Legends sing and are honored at city’s musical tribute to Juneteenth

NATCHEZ — The Miss-Lou celebrated the Juneteenth holiday at the Natchez City Auditorium Saturday at the city’s Legends Celebration 2023. Noted singers and musicians performed, ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, June 18, 2023 10:49 am

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No significant damage reported in overnight storm; expert warns to stay weather aware today

NATCHEZ — The overnight storm produced some hail in the southern part of Adams County, and a tree was toppled on Airport Road, but that ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, June 18, 2023 9:31 am

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Planning commission again tables request for bed and breakfast at 107 Arlington

NATCHEZ — The city’s planning commission again tabled a request from the owners of The Guest House, which originally applied to operate a bed and ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, June 17, 2023 11:22 pm

Business

Aldermen to consider short-term rental ordinance; city seeks compliance from unapproved, unlicensed guesthouses

NATCHEZ — City officials are considering a new ordinance that could affect short-term rentals through platforms such as AirBNB or VRBO in Natchez. The mayor ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, June 16, 2023 4:19 pm

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