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Judge denies city’s request for stay of Truth Lounge decision; owners issued business license
NATCHEZ—Sixth District Circuit Court Judge Carmen Drake late Tuesday afternoon denied a motion filed on behalf of the City of Natchez to stay—or put a temporary hold on—her decision involving the Truth Lounge, freeing any barrier to the nightclub’s being granted a privilege license to operate. An attorney for the City of Natchez filed…
Natchez board seeks state loan to tear down Fry building and make parking lot
NATCHEZ, Miss. – City officials are seeking a $500,000 loan from the state to demolish the downtown Natchez Fry building to advance plans for the site becoming a parking lot that’s considered essential for redeveloping the Eola hotel. The Board of Aldermen agreed Tuesday to apply for the loan from the Mississippi Department of Environmental…
Paving company takes over Natchez street project left unfinished by previous contractor
NATCHEZ, Miss. – A paving company has agreed to resurface sections of Homochitto Street left undone since December as city officials haggle with another contractor that began the project. While APAC will replace Theobald in finishing the paving project, it’s uncertain when the work will resume. “Let’s just pray that it happens very soon,” Mayor…
ACL’s riverboat dock plans presented to Natchez mayor, aldermen
NATCHEZ, Miss. – American Cruise Lines’ plans for building a Natchez dock for its riverboats is moving forward with construction expected to start later this year or in 2026, said CEO Charlie Robertson. In addition to building a dock that’s estimated to cost up to $4 million, ACL has committed to provide $500,000 for enhancing…
City attorney won’t comment on Truth Lounge appeal; owners say they are being denied license by city
NATCHEZ — City Attorney Jack Lazarus said Monday morning that he has no comment on the Friday ruling by Circuit Court Judge Carmen Drake that overturns a Board of Aldermen decision involving the Truth Lounge, 719-½ Franklin St. in downtown Natchez. The Truth Lounge was forced to close in June 2024 after the Natchez…
Visit Natchez’s Roscoe Barnes III elected president of Mississippi Historical Society
Dr. Roscoe Barnes III, cultural heritage tourism manager at Visit Natchez, is the new president of the Mississippi Historical Society. He was elected Thursday, March 6, during the society’s annual meeting in Jackson. He will lead the organization for the next year through March 5, 2026, when the meeting is held in Meridian. “I…
Sheriff shares updated photos of jail escapee in Morgantown Area
NATCHEZ — Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten is asking residents in the Morgantown area to be aware of an escaped inmate from the county jail on State Street. Patten shared updated photos of the escapee, Myco Fort, 22, who escaped from the jail on State Street at approximately 3:30 a.m. Friday. Myco Fort, 22, escaped…
City, County governments advise to ‘shelter in place’ during storm
NATCHEZ — City and county governments have advised residents to “shelter in place” during storms this afternoon, Adams County Emergency Management Community Liaison Neifa Hardy said. While offices remain open, residents are advised to take care of any business, such as paying taxes, renewing car tags or applying for planning licenses after the storm is…
Weather Closures and Early Closures
Saferooms To Be Open: Adams County Saferoom – Opens at 10:00 a.m. Please bring food, drinks, medication, a blanket, and any essential items. Small pets are welcome, but they must be in a kennel. The Adams County safe from address is 323 Liberty Road in Natchez Schools Closing Early on 3/4/25 Susie B. West Gilmer…
Adams County Sheriff’s Office Publishes Warrant List Online to Encourage Compliance
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is taking a step to address outstanding warrants by publishing a comprehensive list online. This initiative aims to bring attention to individuals who have failed to appear in court or pay their fines for citations issued by law enforcement agencies within Natchez and Adams County. Why Are Warrants Issued?…