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Government shutdown has effect in City

The nation is in week two of America’s government shutdown after Congress failed to meet the deadline to pass funding bills. As a result, some services such as Social Security, Medicare and Veterans benefits are continuing while those deemed nonessential are suspended.

Attorney General comments on new Kyren Lacy evidence

La. Attorney General Liz Murrill has commented on the wreck Involving former LSU Kyren Lacy who was later killed.“The evidence is not disputed here. The Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office was prepared to present the case to a grand jury that showed Kyren Lacy returning to his lane.

Village of Natchez Mayor breaks tie on new budget

Village of Natchez passed its 2025- 2026 budget, thanks to Mayor Patsy Ward Hoover who had to break the tie. Such action took place during the regular monthly meeting on Oct. 2.

LSMSA soars in Niche rankings to be among nation’s elite

The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) has once again been recognized among the nation’s elite in the newly released 2026 Niche.com rankings, earning an overall grade of A+ and improving in every major category from the previous year.

National recognition goes to City Marshal’s Chief deputy

Chief Deputy Steve Pezant was named National Deputy Marshal of the Year by the National Constables and Marshals Association Pezant was named the National Deputy Marshal of the Year by the National Constables and Marshals Association during the President’s Awards Banquet in Hot Springs, AR.

JUST TALKIN’

JT loves to hear about the interesting happenings in council meetings but he must say this one was a first. Apparently a Village of Natchez alderman brought her toddler to the meeting last week.

Cane River Soap Co.

Cane River Soap Co.

Alliance Donations

Alliance Donations

Wingstop

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