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Natchez not part of state bond bill

A $422.8 million bond bill that cleared the Mississippi Legislature without further discussion Monday won’t include the $13 million directly requested for Natchez. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 12:00 am

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River crest coming this week

The Miss-Lou is on track to escape major water woes, at least this time. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 12:00 am

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Does our society reflect tribe?

It shouldn’t surprise you that some of the earliest Natchez residents enjoyed busy social calendars and gained their status in society from their mothers. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Sunday, March 27, 2011 12:36 am

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Natchez Powwow celebrates 23 years

NATCHEZ — Culture, ancestry and a bit of history will come to life Saturday and Sunday with the beat of a few drums. The Natchez ... Read more

by Julie Cooper, Friday, March 25, 2011 9:23 am

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Riverfront history is model for all

Few people deny that Vidalia Mayor Hyram Copeland’s leadership has made the Vidalia Riverfront what it is today. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, March 23, 2011 3:48 pm

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What are we waiting on, Natchez?

There wasn’t much to think about the rows of recreation complex drawings displayed in the Grand Hotel Tuesday evening. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, March 16, 2011 12:00 am

Catahoula Parish recovers from flooding

Parts of Catahoula Parish are still drying out after Tuesday night’s rains caused flooded houses and streets in the Jonesville area. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Friday, March 11, 2011 12:00 am

Krewe of Killarney seeking bagpiper

The Krewe of Killarney is ready to fall in line behind its Pied Piper next week, there’s only one problem — no piper. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Thursday, March 10, 2011 12:00 am

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Election season calls for policies

With 146 important days ahead of us, it’s time to dust off a few long-standing policies here at the newspaper. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, March 9, 2011 12:00 am

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Start of election season means homework

Strike up the band, the wagon’s coming through any minute now. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, March 2, 2011 12:00 am

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Business, community leaders working as one

Need plus timing plus leadership equal one. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Sunday, February 27, 2011 12:00 am

City, county leaders to answer public’s questions

City and county leaders know you have questions, and they are ready and willing to give answers. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Saturday, February 26, 2011 12:00 am

Teen charged in New Year’s Day 2010 wreck

The driver in a Canal Street wreck that injured five teens, partially paralyzing the driver and a friend, has been charged with felony DUI more ... Read more

by Julie Cooper, Saturday, February 26, 2011 12:00 am

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Optimism is difficult, but necessary

I’ve had a difficult time in recent weeks balancing Census sticker shock with my general belief that optimism is always best. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 23, 2011 12:00 am

Harper leaves legacy for Natchez

Natchez lost one of its most recognizable characters Thursday, but the causes Reuben “Buzz” Harper championed will live on for decades, his friends said. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Saturday, February 19, 2011 12:00 am

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Residents must stop drain

Like it or not, the U.S. Census Bureau has just stamped a nasty label right over our community’s name — failing. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 16, 2011 12:00 am

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Brown vote timing is black eye for state

Butch Brown may have as many fans in Natchez as he does enemies in the state, but neither group should matter much right now. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 9, 2011 12:00 am

Winter weather not done yet in area

Don’t put away those mittens or unwrap the outside faucets just yet; it’s coming again. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 9, 2011 12:00 am

MDA director says Adams County economic team is in place

A year and a half ago, the Mississippi Development Authority spent most of its time looking away from the economic development debacle that had become ... Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 12:00 am

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Interesting folks fill our community

Anyone new to town should work for the newspaper for a week. Read more

by Julie Cooper, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 12:00 am