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‘When God stirs our heart’: Vidalia pastor describes dangerous India mission trip, building an orphanage

VIDALIA, La. — The Rev. Troy Thomas, the pastor of Bethel Church in Vidalia knew a Christian preacher who was killed doing the same work ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Sunday, May 5, 2024 2:13 pm

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GALLERY: Bull riding, big slide and more raise funds to beat cancer at the 2024 Miss Lou Relay for Life event

VIDALIA, La. — The rain stayed away and allowed a successful fundraising year for the Miss-Lou Relay for Life 2024 Friday at the Vidalia Municipal ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, May 4, 2024 11:26 am

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Hughes: State award reflects ‘hope and perseverance’

NATCHEZ – When Tamala Hughes was recently named Alternate State Teacher of the Year by the Mississippi Department of Education, she didn’t just win that ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Saturday, May 4, 2024 10:39 am

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Delta Bank warns customers of seemingly ‘legitimate’ bank fraud scam

NATCHEZ — Delta Bank, a Mississippi and Louisiana chain that originated in Ferriday, La., in 1973, warns of a new online banking scam where fraudsters ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, May 3, 2024 11:16 am

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2024 Relay For Life of the Miss-Lou is Friday

VIDALIA, La. — After closely monitoring weather conditions, the 2024 Relay For Life of Miss-Lou scheduled for Friday, May 3, at the Vidalia Municipal Complex ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, May 2, 2024 10:09 pm

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City hires grant writer to seek funding for medical initiative

NATCHEZ — City of Natchez officials are hiring a grant writer from Baton Rouge to go after a grant that could fund anywhere between $2 ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, May 2, 2024 6:29 pm

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GALLERY: Locals join National Day of Prayer

“When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.” Psalm 34:17 Church leaders in multiple denominations — ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, May 2, 2024 6:24 pm

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KICK OFF: New contest seeks amateurs’ best sunset photos

NATCHEZ – Amateurs can win $500 in a new monthly photo contest celebrating the beauty of Natchez’s river bluff sunsets. The contest, Natchez Mayor Dan ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, May 2, 2024 5:22 pm

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In event of rain, National Day of Prayer service in Natchez will be moved indoors

NATCHEZ — Today Miss-Lou churches and community members will be joining others nationwide for the observance of  National Day of Prayer. This is a time ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Thursday, May 2, 2024 11:03 am

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City kicks-off Crime Camera Participation month; Over 50 new crime cameras to be installed this summer

NATCHEZ — May is Crime Camera Participation Month, and in the Miss-Lou a new website seeks to help add 50 new cameras. At the new ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Wednesday, May 1, 2024 6:34 pm

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GALLERY: Athletes win at Special Olympics event in Natchez

During a recent Special Olympics qualifying at the Tom F. Williams Memorial Stadium, everyone was a winner whether they crossed the finish line first or ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, April 30, 2024 7:04 pm

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A Night in Vienna: NASD String Orchestra waltzing over to Natchez Little Theater

NATCHEZ — Natchez Adams School District and the Natchez Little Theater join forces to showcase NASD’s String Orchestra this Saturday, May 4, inside the theater ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6:03 pm

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Nonprofit MDP Reach announces scholarship winners

NATCHEZ — “Mediocrity Doesn’t Pay” is the slogan of MDP Fitness, LLC, a local gym that is encouraging academic success in addition to physical fitness ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, April 30, 2024 3:46 pm

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NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: Miss-Lou pastors, community gather on Thursday, May 2

NATCHEZ — Miss-Lou churches and community members will be joining others nationwide for the National Day of Prayer this Thursday, May 2. Observances of the ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Monday, April 29, 2024 4:26 pm

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MDP Athletic Merit Award recipient shines on field, in the classroom

VIDALIA, La. — Vidalia High School Senior Kabari Davis is the first athlete ever to be recognized with MDP Fitness gym’s inaugural Athletic Merit Award, ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Monday, April 29, 2024 12:18 pm

Business

What’s Next? Consultant provides breakdown of Retail Market Analysis

NATCHEZ — Staggering numbers presented during a two-day program last week organized by the non-profit Downtown Natchez Alliance showed potential for growth and business development ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Friday, April 26, 2024 3:07 pm

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NO MORE BACK DOOR BUSINESS: Toke and Tell dispensary’s front door is now open

NATCHEZ — After another medical cannabis dispensary changed locations, Toke and Tell’s front door is finally unlocked and open for business, owner Dr. Tina Bruce ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 3:46 pm

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Municipal election day is Saturday for Ferriday, Monterey Fire Protection District No. 1

FERRIDAY, La. — This Saturday, the April 27 Municipal General Election will determine the next mayor of the Town of Ferriday and two aldermen seats. ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Wednesday, April 24, 2024 1:00 pm

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PHOTO GALLERY: Fundraiser supports suicide prevention

NATCHEZ — The “Blooming by the River” fundraiser last weekend for Y’all Means All Natchez proved very successful. “We’ve sold everything, including all the raffles, ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, April 23, 2024 4:08 pm

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Concordia Parish Police Jury investigating possible employee misconduct

VIDALIA, La. — The Concordia Parish Police Jury is hiring a private investigator based in Shreveport to investigate potential employee misconduct. Ten minutes into the ... Read more

by Sabrina Robertson, Tuesday, April 23, 2024 2:00 pm

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