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Mississippi city hopes to add 50 new crime cameras this summer with residents’ help
May is Crime Camera Participation Month, and a new website encourages Mississippi residents to sponsor, purchase or register 50 new cameras for their community. At the new website, www.RiverCitiesCCP.com, Miss-Lou residents will be able to join the crime camera program by purchasing a camera, sponsoring a camera or registering a camera they already own.
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 of prayer and meditation where communities lift up their local, state and national leaders, their schools, their public safety departments, military and more. Prayer services in both Natchez and Vidalia […] The post In event of rain, National Day of Prayer service in Natchez will be moved indoors appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Natchez teen wins honors in prestigious statewide writing contest
NATCHEZ – Junior Cooper Brumfield of Natchez is among the Mississippi School of the Arts students who captured nearly 100 awards in the helped the 2024 Regional Scholastic Writing Competition. These talented young artists were recently recognized at an awards ceremony at the Eudora Welty House and Gardens in Jackson. MSA’s Literary program instructor is […] The post Natchez teen wins honors in prestigious statewide writing contest appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Natchez inmate dies in Louisiana jail
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – A Natchez man, who was an inmate in the Concordia Parish Correctional Facility, has died. The Natchez Democrat reported 53-year-old Blarrington Ashley was found unresponsive last week at the facility. Officials said they would not release any information about this death pending autopsy reports. Ashley was being held after he was […]
Man wanted for 2023 double homicide in Natchez captured
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – The man who was wanted for allegedly killing two people outside of a Natchez night club last year has been captured. The Natchez Democrat reported Jamionte Davis, 24, was captured in Harrison County, Texas, by the U.S. Marshal’s Service. He has been charged with two counts of murder and three counts […]
Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park Lake to reopen
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) announced that Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park Lake will reopen for fishing and boating on Monday, May 6 at 6:00 a.m. “We are excited to welcome visitors back to Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park Lake,” said Jerry Brown, […]
Goodwin named Co-Lin Natchez Campus Vice President
WESSON – Copiah-Lincoln Community College has named Dr. Pernell Goodwin as Vice President of the Natchez Campus effective May 1, 2024. Dr. Goodwin boasts over a decade of experience in post-secondary education. “We are excited to officially welcome Dr. Goodwin to the Co-Lin family,” said Co-Lin President Dr. Dewayne...
‘I am truly grateful’: Natchez High teacher named alternate teacher of year
NATCHEZ – A Natchez Adams School District employee was named the alternate State Teacher of the Year by the Mississippi Department of Education. Tamla Hughes, who teaches English in grades 10-12, was representing the 2nd Congressional District at the awards ceremony. “This was my Akeelah and the Bee moment,” she wrote on social media. “Natchez […] The post ‘I am truly grateful’: Natchez High teacher named alternate teacher of year appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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 last. Close to 100 athletes participated regionally in the event on Friday, April 19. Whether participating in walking, running, sprinting, or throwing events, each of the Olympians finished with smiles on […] The post GALLERY: Athletes win at Special Olympics event in Natchez appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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 with scholarships awarded to local high school students through its non-profit organization. This week, MDP Reach announced its first 11 scholarship winners to benefit from its non-profit initiatives and fundraisers. […] The post Nonprofit MDP Reach announces scholarship winners appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Couple, vehicle get stuck in water on roadway; Sheriff warns against ignoring road closure signs
NATCHEZ — A Natchez couple ignored road closure signs and got stuck on an underwater road in Adams County Friday evening. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said cars continue to drive on Pintail Road, off York Road in the St. Catherine Creek Wildlife Refuge. “This is federal property. People need to know the road is […] The post Couple, vehicle get stuck in water on roadway; Sheriff warns against ignoring road closure signs appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
City of Natchez to host Pickleball and Tennis Tournament on May 18th
NATCHEZ, Miss. (KTVE/KARD) — On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the City of Natchez will host the Pickleball and Tennis Tournament at Duncan Park, located at 57 Duncan Park Road. Courtesy photo from City of Natchez Facebook page Entry to enter is $70 per person, with all proceeds benefiting the Natchez Children’s Services and Children’s Advocacy […]
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 National Day of Prayer begin at noon in both Natchez and Vidalia. This is a time of prayer and meditation where communities lift up their local, state and national leaders, […] The post NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: Miss-Lou pastors, community gather on Thursday, May 2 appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Two arrested for stealing AT&T internet lines in Adams County
ADAMS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Adams County deputies arrested a man and a woman for allegedly stealing copper by cutting AT&T internet lines. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said deputies were dispatched to Powlett Road on Friday, April 26. He said this was the second time since April 15 they responded to the scene after […]
Groundbreaking of $30 million Magnolia Trace RV Resort excites Mississippi officials and tourism industry
Developers broke ground Tuesday on a $30 million, 275-plus acre Mississippi luxury RV resort. Officials from Natchez, Adams County and the Mississippi Tourism Association attended the groundbreaking at 177 Southwind Drive in Adams County South of Natchez. Developers Cody Martin, Jonathan Starns and Brandon Dodson, all from the south Louisiana...
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 on Linton Avenue. The show starts at 6 p.m. and is open to the public. The director of the stringed orchestra Monquez Ford said students have been preparing for this […] The post A Night in Vienna: NASD String Orchestra waltzing over to Natchez Little Theater appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
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