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With insurance rating at risk, Natchez seeks loan to buy fire truck
NATCHEZ — Natchez is officially trying to obtain a loan to purchase a new ladder fire truck to replace its old, noncompliant mode
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City to meet about future purchase of new fire truck
City leaders are expected to meet this morning to formally commit to purchasing a new fire truck so the city’s fire ratings will not fall, ...
by David Hamilton, Thursday, July 12, 2018 12:01 am
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Trinity property rezoned to B-2 general business district
The former Trinity Episcopal Day School property is officially open for business, though one nearby resident voiced some opposition Tuesday.
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 10, 2018 11:09 pm
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City considers ways to find funds to replace fire truck
City leaders are considering two programs to purchase a new fire truck to replace a 26-year-old model.
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 10, 2018 11:07 pm
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Man killed in early morning shooting in Natchez
NATCHEZ — An 18-year-old man was shot to death early Sunday morning in Natchez, officials say.
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 8, 2018 10:23 am
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Episcopal rezoning hearing is Tuesday
NATCHEZ — The former Trinity Episcopal Day School property could officially become rezoned as a business district at Tuesday’s Natchez Mayor and Board of Aldermen ...
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 8, 2018 12:01 am
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Residents battered in home invasion
VIDALIA — Vidalia police are investigating a July 4 home invasion in which they say the invader violently battered the residents.
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 8, 2018 12:01 am
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26th annual Flotilla in Ferriday was fun for all
FERRIDAY — The calm, serene waters of Lake St. John offered a clear contrast to the animated, fun-loving boaters of the 26th-annual Flotilla.
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 8, 2018 12:01 am
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Margaret Martin Property sees water line work
The Margaret Martin Performing Arts Center on Homochitto Street received a new water line Thursday in what could set the stage for additional repairs in ...
by David Hamilton, Friday, July 6, 2018 12:01 am
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Celebrating freedom: Fourth of July filled with music, food, fireworks
Four heart attacks would not keep Kenneth McGee from enjoying his Fourth of July on the Vidalia Riverfront.
by David Hamilton, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 11:20 pm
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Armstrong named president of state police chiefs association
Natchez Police Chief Walter Armstrong last week became President of the Mississippi Association of Chiefs of Police for the 2018-2019 term.
by David Hamilton, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 11:13 pm
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Man arrested on drug charges
A Jonesville man was arrested Tuesday after he was allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine, prescription drugs and a set of brass knuckles, deputies said.
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 11:36 pm
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Man arrested after stolen weapons found
A Natchez man faces two stolen weapons charges after deputies said they found him in possession of a stolen Glock pistol and 20 grams of ...
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 11:34 pm
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Officials say fireworks legal in city, but still dangerous
A longstanding belief that setting off fireworks in Natchez is illegal has now come into question, though authorities still strongly urge residents to avoid the ...
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 11:33 pm
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Officials: Have fun, be safe during holiday
During this Fourth of July holiday, public safety officials’ message to citizens is to have fun, but remember to put safety first.
by David Hamilton, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 11:27 pm
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Railway work should be completed in a year
NATCHEZ — A multi-million-dollar project to revamp Natchez’s lone railway should be completed approximately this time next year, the project’s manager said.
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 1, 2018 12:01 am
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Byrne’s lasting legacy: Ex-mayor bridged racial divide
NATCHEZ —Half a century ago, a Natchez icon prepared to make his indelible mark on this city.
by David Hamilton, Sunday, July 1, 2018 12:01 am
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Trinity property awaits rezoning approval
NATCHEZ — The potential rezoning of the former Trinity Episcopal Day School property will go before Natchez leaders for final approval in less than two ...
by David Hamilton, Friday, June 29, 2018 12:01 am
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2 face armed robbery charges
FERRIDAY — Two juveniles have been arrested and charged with robbing an elderly, retired schoolteacher at gunpoint in Ferriday earlier this month, while three others ...
by David Hamilton, Friday, June 29, 2018 12:01 am
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Man charged as accomplice to murder
NATCHEZ — A Natchez man wanted for accessory to murder in connection to a March shooting in a gas station parking lot was arrested Thursday ...
