News
Historic Natchez Foundation’s 50th anniversary: Edelweiss
Located on South Broadway Street, Edelweiss is Mississippi’s premier example of the Swiss Chalet style of architecture and the most picturesque of the Victorian houses ...
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Business
Murder rate down 50 percent; sheriff, police chief praise officers, judges, DA
NATCHEZ — Homicide rates for Adams County and the City of Natchez thus far this year are half of what they were in 2023 and ...
by Jan Griffey, Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:47 am
BREAKING NEWS
Badly decomposed body found in wooded area near Natchez High School
NATCHEZ — The badly decomposed body of a man was found off of Sergeant S. Prentiss Drive on Wednesday afternoon, about 30 yards into the ...
by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 3:30 pm
Business
Natchez aldermen approve pay raises for mayor, clerk, public works and themselves
NATCHEZ — In a 5 to 1 vote, the Natchez Board of Aldermen approved a package of pay increases for several city employees, most notably ...
by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 3:07 pm
Business
Nuts for Mutts fundraiser Saturday at corner of Canal and State streets
NATCHEZ — Friends and volunteers of the Natchez-Adams County Humane Society want you to get your boiled peanut fix this Saturday from noon to 3 ...
by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 11:41 am
News
Aldermen express excitement over new speeding deterrent technology
NATCHEZ — The City of Natchez may soon be at the forefront of using new technology to deter drivers from speeding in school zones. However, ...
by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, September 24, 2024 11:33 pm
News
Vehicle destroyed by fire overnight in Adams County
NATCHEZ — Natchez Fire Department firefighters battled this car fire overnight at 95-A Steamplant Road in Adams County. Natchez Fire Chief Robert Arrington said no ...
by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, September 24, 2024 12:16 pm
Business
Absentee voting has begun for November general election
NATCHEZ — Registered voters can now cast absentee ballots for the Nov. 5 general election, said Eva Givens, Adams County Circuit Clerk. In-person and mail-in ...
by Jan Griffey, Monday, September 23, 2024 12:13 pm
News
Grandson finds man’s body; granddaughter charged with murder
NATCHEZ — The granddaughter of a Natchez man found dead in his home Thursday night is being charged with his murder. Pete Taylor, 77, was ...
by Jan Griffey, Friday, September 20, 2024 3:39 pm
News
Natchez native and songwriting legend Glen Ballard honored with Mississippi Hall of Fame induction
OCEAN SPRINGS — Natchez native and world-renowned singer-songwriter Glen Ballard was inducted into the Mississippi Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night. Mississippi greats Howlin’ Wolf, ...
by Jan Griffey, Friday, September 20, 2024 10:32 am
News
Elderly Natchez man found dead in his home; apparent homicide victim
NATCHEZ — A 77-year-old Natchez man was found dead in his home late Thursday night, the apparent victim of a homicide. Adams County Coroner James ...
by Jan Griffey, Friday, September 20, 2024 8:15 am
Adams County
Major fire disaster avoided thanks to firefighters, EMA workers when oil rig treater tank catches fire Tuesday
NATCHEZ—When Natchez Firefighters received a call at about 7:15 p.m. about a propane tank on fire Tuesday evening, they thought they were responding to a ...
by Jan Griffey, Wednesday, September 18, 2024 9:42 am
Lifestyles Main
Look Who’s Cooking: Canadian falls in love with Natchez
NATCHEZ — Heather Sander was first introduced to Natchez as an 11-year-old when her parents started bringing her family here for vacations from their home ...
by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, September 17, 2024 4:08 pm
Business
County passes budget without raising property taxes
NATCHEZ—Adams County Administrator Stephanie Washington said she worked the numbers in every way possible. On Friday, Adams County Supervisors adopted its fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, ...
by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, September 17, 2024 12:17 pm
News
Sheriff warns not showing up for jury duty will lead to bench warrant for arrest
NATCHEZ — Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten fully expects his deputies will be arresting Adams County citizens next week who fail to show up for ...
by Jan Griffey, Tuesday, September 17, 2024 11:47 am
Adams County
Supervisors consider charging schools for use of Chester Willis Field
NATCHEZ — District 4 Supervisor Ricky Gray said Monday it’s time for those who use Chester Willis Baseball Field to pay for doing so. Gray ...
by Jan Griffey, Monday, September 16, 2024 8:45 pm
Adams County
Supervisors debate guidelines for replacing Justice Court judge
NATCHEZ — The Adams County Board of Supervisors accepted the resignation of Justice Court Judge Northern District Audrey Minor on Monday morning, but didn’t ...
by Jan Griffey, Monday, September 16, 2024 8:43 pm
Business
Prospective jurors should meet at Safe Room Tuesday morning
NATCHEZ — Those who received a jury summons for Tuesday, Sept. 17, should meet at the Adams County Safe Room, 323 Liberty Road, rather than ...
by Jan Griffey, Monday, September 16, 2024 1:51 pm
Business
Volunteers plant flowers, spruce up downtown ahead of October events
NATCHEZ—On Monday, volunteers from downtown businesses joined the City of Natchez Public Works staffers for the Fall in Love with Natchez Clean Up event. Workers ...
by Jan Griffey, Monday, September 16, 2024 1:42 pm
Business
City passes fiscal year 2025 budget in special meeting Thursday evening
NATCHEZ — The Natchez Board of Aldermen passed its fiscal year 2024-2025 budget in a special meeting Thursday night. The budget, which includes a beginning ...
by Jan Griffey, Thursday, September 12, 2024 7:08 pm
SportsPlus
Where to Watch Jackson State vs. Alcorn State on TV or Streaming Live – Nov. 23
On Saturday at 3 p.m. ET, the Alcorn State Braves (6-5) will take on Joanes Fortilien and the…
Where to Watch Alcorn State vs. Jackson State on TV or Streaming Live – Nov. 23
The Jackson State Tigers (9-2) will take on Damien Jones and the Alcorn State Braves (6-5) on Saturday…
How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Saturday, November 23
Top-25 teams will hit the court across three games on Saturday’s college basketball schedule. That includes the Notre…
How to Watch Washington vs. Alcorn State on TV or Live Stream – November 22
The Alcorn State Braves (0-5) aim to stop a five-game losing skid when visiting the Washington Huskies (3-1)…
How to Watch Kentucky vs. Jackson State on TV or Live Stream – November 22
The Jackson State Tigers (0-5) will attempt to break a five-game road losing skid at the No. 9…
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