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Salute to First Responders: At 40, ACSO’s Perry finds his dream job

NATCHEZ — Percy Perry, a native of Natchez, worked most of his life at either Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola or at the Grand Gulf ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, April 29, 2023 2:38 pm

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‘These people saved lives today’: Adams County Sheriff praises civilian rescuers after horrific accident critically injures two

NATCHEZ — A horrific, three-car accident this morning on U.S. 61 north of Natchez had traffic backed up all the way to the Natchez-Adams County ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, April 28, 2023 9:37 am

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‘Butch wanted to be in Natchez’: Longtime friend reflects on former mayor’s impact and legacy

NATCHEZ — Former Natchez Mayor Larry L. “Butch” Brown, who died Tuesday night at his home here, will be laid to rest in the Natchez ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, April 26, 2023 5:48 pm

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‘These shoes we will never fill’: Natchez leaders reflect on death of former mayor Butch Brown

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen held a moment of silence Tuesday night to remember former Mayor Butch Brown, who has died. ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 9:05 pm

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Former Mayor Butch Brown has died

NATCHEZ — Former Mayor Butch Brown has died. Natchez Mayor Dan Gibson interrupted the Natchez Board of Aldermen meeting tonight at 6:56 p.m. to make ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 7:20 pm

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Mississippi River closed to barge traffic after Sunday night bridge strike at Natchez, Vidalia

NATCHEZ — One or more barges struck the Mississippi River bridges in Natchez on Sunday at about 10:45 p.m., said a spokesman for the U.S. ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 4:28 pm

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Pets of the week: Meet the love of your life

NATCHEZ — Zeus, top, is a 1-year-old neutered male Lab mix. He is heartworm negative. Zeus is a happy, playful, affectionate boy who gets along ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 2:04 pm

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Adams County Volunteer Fire Service in need of fire trucks

NATCHEZ — The head of the Adams County Volunteer Fire Service told the county’s Board of Supervisors this week the service is in a world ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, April 24, 2023 9:53 pm

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Spring Baking Championship judges choose semi finalists; did Natchez’s Robertson make the final four?

NATCHEZ — And then there were four, and Molly is one of them! Natchez pastry chef Molly Manning Robertson was catapulted into the semi finals ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, April 24, 2023 9:24 pm

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Mayor proposes city’s parks and recreation department take over day-to-day management of community pool

NATCHEZ — The city’s Board of Aldermen will be asked to approve a new plan for the operation of the Community Swimming Pool at its ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, April 24, 2023 11:20 am

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It’s Molly Monday! Natchez pastry chef continues quest for Spring Baking Championship today at 7 p.m.

NATCHEZ — Natchez’s own Molly Manning Robertson competes again tonight on the Food Network’s hit series in its ninth season, Spring Baking Championship. The field ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Monday, April 24, 2023 10:03 am

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GALLERY: American Cruise Lines and Vidalia christen the American Serenade

VIDALIA, La. — Miss-Lou city and state dignitaries gathered at the Vidalia riverfront Sunday afternoon to christen American Cruise Lines’ newest vessel, the American Serenade, ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Sunday, April 23, 2023 10:17 pm

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Victims of Rhythm Night Club tragedy remembered on 83rd anniversary of fire

NATCHEZ  — The victims of the April 23, 1940, Rhythm Night Club fire were remembered Saturday at the scene of that tragedy, which today holds ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, April 22, 2023 3:45 pm

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Truck takes out utility pole on Orleans, causes outage Friday night

NATCHEZ — An as-yet unidentified vehicle took out a utility pole near the intersection of South Rankin and Orleans streets Friday night at about 9:46 ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, April 22, 2023 3:01 pm

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Natchez riverfront alive Saturday with several events

NATCHEZ — The Natchez riverfront was teeming with people Saturday morning as several events drew crowds. The Concours d’Elegance antique European cars show, Trucks on ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Saturday, April 22, 2023 2:03 pm

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WARM WELCOME: American Serenade christening celebration begins noon Sunday on Vidalia riverfront

VIDALIA, La. — In August 2022, American Cruise Lines christened what was then its newest ship, the American Symphony in Natchez and named the city ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Friday, April 21, 2023 3:11 pm

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Natchez woman dies after collapsing in fitness center parking lot Tuesday night

NATCHEZ — A woman was seen collapsing near her car in the parking lot of a fitness facility located off of U.S. 61 North in ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, April 19, 2023 11:11 am

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United Mississippi Bank hosting blood drive Thursday

NATCHEZ — On Thursday, United Mississippi Bank, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, is sponsoring a blood drive from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 4:58 pm

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PETS OF THE WEEK: Enrich your life with a furry friend

NATCHEZ — Bailey, top photo, is a black and tan mixed breed puppy who is 10 months old and small in size. She weighs about ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 3:23 pm

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Southwest Mississippi Mental Health Region 11 department director warns county federal funds, jobs, services at risk if they approve recommended state plan

NATCHEZ — A director at Southwest Mississippi Mental Health Region 11 told the Adams County Board of Supervisors Monday that splitting the region in two ... Read more

by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 11:30 am

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