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Mississippi sheriff investigating threatening emails, texts to woman who apologized for post about Trump shooting
Mississippi authorities are investigating threatening emails and text messages sent to the woman who apologized for a post she made about the shooting at a Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania that she meant to be humorous. Unfortunately for her, others did not think the post was funny. During the rally,...
‘Lack of details make it suspect’: Engineer gives expert opinion on proposed oilfield landfill in Adams County
NATCHEZ — An expert opinion from a Mississippi State University professor and engineer says there is probable reason for residents to fear that a proposed oil field waste landfill at 19 Shieldsboro Lane in South Adams County could be hazardous to the county and harmful to nearby residents. Adams County resident Millicent Graning, who has […] The post ‘Lack of details make it suspect’: Engineer gives expert opinion on proposed oilfield landfill in Adams County appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Adams County board honors Biglane
NATCHEZ, Miss. – Adams County supervisors have paid homage to James Biglane, the Natchez oilman and bank founder who died Monday. The Board of Supervisors interrupted their Monday meeting to hold a moment of silence when news came of Biglane’s death. “He was a really generous and good...
Adams County supervisors approve needs assessment for jail
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – The Adams County Board of Supervisors approved funding for a needs assessment exploring the county jail. The Natchez Democrat reported Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten requested the supervisors to fund a $68,760 needs assessment for the jail. The supervisors approved the funds in a 4-1 vote on Monday, July 15. The […]
Supervisors approve $68K for needs assessment of jail facility
NATCHEZ — When it comes to the Adams County Jail facility, it’s more than a question of whether to build new or not, officials shared during a Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said he received eye-opening insight at a free, three-day training last week with the National Institute of […] The post Supervisors approve $68K for needs assessment of jail facility appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Adams County board allocates $200,000 for airport hangar
NATCHEZ, Miss. – The Adams County Board of Supervisors is allocating $200,000 for the airport to combine with $800,000 from the state to build a hangar. While the Mississippi Department of Transportation awarded the grant to the Natchez-Adams County Airport in April, local government had to come up with the required match to be an eligible recipient.
Habitat completes 25th house here; welcoming new owners on Sunday at 2 p.m.
NATCHEZ — Natchez-Adams County Habitat for Humanity has announced the sale of its 25th home to Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Foley. Habitat will host a dedication ceremony at the home at 319 Old Washington Road on Sunday at 2 p.m. Special thanks go out to the 86 volunteers who worked 3,300 hours over a 15-month […] The post Habitat completes 25th house here; welcoming new owners on Sunday at 2 p.m. appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Good Samaritans help deputies capture fleeing fugitive
NATCHEZ — Adams County Sheriff’s deputies, with the help of some concerned citizens, captured a wanted fugitive Thursday morning. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said his office received a call at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Thursday for assistance from the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations about a wanted subject they thought to be in the Natchez […] The post Good Samaritans help deputies capture fleeing fugitive appeared first on Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper.
Louisiana man wanted on child porn charges captured in Mississippi
ADAMS COUNTY, Miss. (WJTV) – Adams County deputies said they arrested a man, who was wanted in Louisiana on child porn charges, after he fled from authorities. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said they received a call around 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 11 from the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations (LBI) about the suspect, 25-year-old […]
Louisiana man accused of sex crimes involving children arrested in Mississippi
ADAMS COUNTY, Miss. (KNOE) - A Louisiana man was arrested in Adams County after being accused of multiple sex crimes involving children. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations regarding Chad Dewayne Bouchaund Jr. who was wanted for child pornography and computer-aided solicitation of a minor. Deputies made contact with Brouchaund at Dollar General on 786 Hwy 61 North in Washington, Mississippi.
Crime Reports: Sunday, July 14, 2024
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Jacorrey Harris, 22, 103B Edgin Street, Natchez, on charge of six counts of contempt of court: failure to appear. Bond set at $227.50 on first count, $287.50 on second count, $305.00 on third count, $452.00 on fourth count, $648.00 on fifth count, and $960.50 on sixth count.
Good Samaritans Tackle Wanted Louisiana Fugitive When He Tried To Escape Adams Co. Deputies
On July 11, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Adams County Sheriff’s Deputies were alerted by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigations (LBI) about a wanted fugitive, Chad Dewayne Bouchaund Jr. (B/M D.O.B. 01/04/1999, Baton Rouge, LA). Bouchaund was sought for six counts of pornography involving children under the age of 13...
Crime Reports: Friday, July 12, 2024
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Louis Charles Huff, 72, 9 O’Brien Street, Natchez, on charge of simple assault/domestic violence. No bond set. Jimmy Darnell Beverly, 41, 21 Fair View Street, Natchez, on charge of contempt of court: failure to appear. Bond set at $637.00. Reports — Wednesday.
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