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Natchez woman investigated by secret service agents over ‘don’t miss next time’ post about Trump shooting

NATCHEZ — A now ex-employee of U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Mississippi, is being investigated by federal agents after making social media posts that seem to ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Sunday, July 14, 2024 4:10 pm

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‘I am glad the former president is safe’: Local officials react to shooting at Trump rally

NATCHEZ — Mississippi Congressional delegates were quick to respond to an apparent assassination attempt on former U.S. President Donald Trump during a campaign rally on ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 13, 2024 8:52 pm

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Natchez Film Co.’s ‘Postal Parasites’ voted top 3 in 11 award categories of 48-Hour Film Project: New Orleans

Editor’s note: This story originally published Saturday, July 13, contained an error regarding the name of the award nominees. This story has been updated.   NATCHEZ ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 13, 2024 4:30 pm

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Concept unveiled for beautification of Ferriday High School campus

FERRIDAY, La. — Ferriday High School may soon have a completely new look, with a modern paint job, outdoor pavilions and seating areas and a ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 13, 2024 11:55 am

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Raises approved with school board budget

VIDALIA, La. — All support personnel — meaning anyone on staff who is not a certified teacher or administrator — as well as any teacher ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 13, 2024 11:51 am

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Confidence pays off for Concordia Parish student in state public speaking contest

VIDALIA, La. — Leading up to a statewide 4-H competition in public speaking, Xavier Johnson who will soon to be starting 9th-grade at Concordia Parish ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, July 12, 2024 7:00 am

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Vidalia aldermen make $300 raise an incentive to attend regular meetings

VIDALIA, La. — The Vidalia Board of Aldermen voted 4-1 to pass a new ordinance giving themselves a $300 incentive not to miss regularly scheduled ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, July 11, 2024 4:45 pm

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‘Ferriday is in trouble’: Aldermen adopt budget without tax millage increase

FERRIDAY, La. — During the first meeting of the new administration, Town of Ferriday officials passed unanimously an operating budget and millage levy for the ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, July 11, 2024 4:13 pm

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Police Jury: Old courthouse renovation costs an estimated $3 million

VIDALIA, La. — If officials are going to fund the restoration of the old courthouse at 405 Carter St. in Vidalia, they are looking at ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, July 11, 2024 10:16 am

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Civilians rescued from Mississippi River after thrown overboard in boating accident

NATCHEZ — Multiple people were rescued from the Mississippi River following a boating accident on Saturday, July 6, which caused them to be thrown overboard. ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 1:47 pm

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Mississippi students’ chronic absenteeism outpaces border states

JACKSON — A new report shows Mississippi’s K-12 chronic absenteeism rate has surged at a much faster rate than border states. Similarly, Adams County had ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Monday, July 8, 2024 2:47 pm

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‘Special Stars’: Special Olympians honored during Fourth of July event

NATCHEZ — During July 4 activities on the Natchez Bluff Thursday, Mayor Dan Gibson and other city officials recognized the local athletes in the Special ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 6, 2024 12:00 pm

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Officials seek to improve financial order, public safety for Ferriday

FERRIDAY, La. — For newly elected mayor Alvin Garrison, a brighter future for the Town of Ferriday means “putting Ferriday back to the way it ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, July 6, 2024 7:00 am

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VIDEO: Dr. Kumi shoots Hole-in-One on the Fourth

Natchez OBGYN Dr. Kofi Kumi celebrated the Independence Day holiday Thursday with a round of gold at the Beau Pre golf course and left with ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, July 5, 2024 8:14 pm

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Chapel Hart to headline Natchez Balloon Festival

NATCHEZ — Natchez Chapel Hart fans will be thrilled to learn that the band will return for the 2024 Natchez Balloon Festival as the headlining ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, July 5, 2024 3:41 pm

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Lake St. John Flotilla brings community together on Saturday

FERRIDAY, La. — The Lake St. John Flotilla, a 32-year tradition that falls on the weekend after Independence Day, will once again bring the community ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, July 5, 2024 9:53 am

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BLUFF FUN: July 4 celebrated with music, games, fireworks on the river

NATCHEZ — Hundreds of men, women and children braved the heat to celebrate July 4 on the Natchez Bluff Thursday in honor of the braver ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, July 5, 2024 12:34 am

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BLOOMING: 2024 Sallie Junkin Ballard Award recipients honored

NATCHEZ — Seven honorees were recognized Saturday with the Keep Natchez Blooming 2024 Sallie Junkin Ballard Award at Smoot’s Grocery, organized by the nonprofit Downtown ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, July 4, 2024 4:01 pm

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‘Walking in God’s Favor’: Mayor highlights last four years, promising future of Natchez during inaugural address

NATCHEZ — The Mayor of Natchez’s second inaugural address induced applause and a few tears after the City of Natchez officials took their oath of ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Monday, July 1, 2024 4:55 pm

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Good samaritans help first responders rescue children, teen from Mississippi River near Silver Street

NATCHEZ — Natchez police officer Kajlil Jenkins said whatever resources they could find, including civilian ones, came quickly to help rescue three juveniles from the ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Sunday, June 30, 2024 7:17 pm

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