Aldermen have approved new city regulations intended to ensure adequate conditions at residential assisted‑care group homes following complaints from Natchez residents. The ordinance requires personal care homes to be licensed and to comply with city fire codes, sanitation rules, and maintenance standards. The local measures align with regulations from the Mississippi State Department of Health. Licenses may be revoked if a facility is found in violation of local or state laws designed to protect residents from abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Mayor Dan Gibson has raised concerns about reports of vulnerable adults allegedly being mistreated in some residential neighborhood homes operating as commercial care facilities.
Black Friday remains the busiest shopping day of the year, though this year’s discounts may be affected by tariffs and inflation. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice advises shoppers to verify whether advertised sale prices represent genuine savings. According to Rice, some items may offer strong deals while others may not, but he expects Black Friday crowds to remain strong as people continue searching for bargains.
AAA estimates that 73 million Americans are traveling by car over Thanksgiving weekend, one of the nation’s busiest travel periods. The Mississippi Department of Transportation urges drivers to stay focused, use seat belts, and practice general roadway safety. To reduce delays, MDOT has suspended all non‑emergency lane closures until Monday morning.
With Thanksgiving concluded, holiday shopping is increasing as stores anticipate heavy traffic throughout the weekend. Local shoppers shared mixed feelings about Black Friday, ranging from early‑morning enthusiasm to avoiding the crowds entirely. Many retailers are expected to remain busy through the Christmas season.
The Mississippi River at Natchez‑Vidalia is at 15.20 feet and rising.
