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LORMAN, Miss. — Dr. Renardo Murray, associate professor and associate dean at Alcorn State University, will give a talk on “The Transition from Blues to Southern Soul” at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17, in Dumas Hall, Room 107, at Alcorn State University, Lorman Campus. The program is sponsored by the Southwest MS Center for Culture and…

Adams County is making extensive preparations as Tropical Storm Francine approaches, bringing the potential for severe weather, including strong winds, fallen trees, and downed powerlines. The Adams County Emergency Management Agency has issued an important announcement, shared by their liaison officer, Dr. Neifa Hardy, to ensure that residents are prepared for the storm’s arrival. Sandbag…

This information has been provided by the National Weather Service in Jackson, Mississippi. Safety should be the top priority—if you are in a vulnerable area, plan for immediate action, and ensure you have a safe location to ride out the storm. Adams County has been placed under a Tropical Storm Watch, signaling that tropical storm-force…

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Tropical Storm Francine churned in the Gulf of Mexico with increasing strength and was expected to reach hurricane status on Tuesday before making landfall in Louisiana. A hurricane warning was in effect along the Louisiana coast from the border with Texas eastward to Grand Isle, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of…

Fall is in the air! And with it talk of our city’s cleanup campaign, “Fall in Love with Natchez”, is beginning to spread. Very soon, colorful banners with this catchy slogan will be seen all over downtown, where on Monday, September 16, downtown merchants will set the tone for what we hope can happen all…

NATCHEZ, Miss. – Pay raises for the mayor and aldermen are included in the budget draft they’re working to finalize next week for funding city government in the coming year. Mayor Dan Gibson – who began his first term in 2020 with a $68,000 annual salary – said no decision by aldermen has been made…

Natchez Inc. recently held a groundbreaking ceremony marking the commencement of the final phase of construction for the levee surrounding the Belwood industrial site. This project represents a significant milestone in local infrastructure development and a step toward addressing flooding concerns in Adams County. With a total investment of $7.0 million, the project has been…

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Merit Health Natchez & Listen Up Y’all Media are leading a community-wide initiative to “Paint Natchez Pink” throughout the month of October. The campaign aims to raise awareness about breast cancer and promote education on prevention and early detection. The event kicks off on Thursday, October 17, with…

NATCHEZ, Miss. – City officials are allowing the public Thursday to make comments and ask questions about the budget being prepared for funding municipal programs and services in the upcoming year without a tax increase. The proposed budget includes $1 million for repaving more Natchez streets, said Mayor Dan Gibson. There’s also $150,000 itemized in…

“Fall 2024 promises to bring excitement to Natchez as we celebrate our most cherished events returning this year,” says Lynsey Gilbert, interim director at Visit Natchez. “With a vibrant array of experiences and activities scheduled, Natchez is set to captivate visitors and locals alike this fall, continuing to flourish as an authentic Southern destination.” Fall…