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Posted on October 30 at 11:47 a.m.
Looks like the weather is going to clear up tomorrow. I'm goin there to eat good chili, support a great cause and see all the little goblins in the costume contest! I'm glad it's going to be on the bluff.
Posted on October 26 at 4 p.m.
I am sure that the Natchez Children's Home does thorough background checks on the foster families they recruit. I know a family who has had foster children placed with them by the Home, and they say they have gotten wonderful counselling and support from the Home's staff. These children often feel unwanted, but as Kroger's said, there are many different circumstances that cause the break up of families. The children can never really understand what's happened, even when they are abused.
On Natchez Children's Home Services to stop housing children
Posted on October 26 at 9:41 a.m.
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On Natchez Children's Home Services to stop housing children
Posted on October 2 at 3:26 p.m.
You're absolutely right, mojo. Our little town is a jewel, and a special one we should all learn to appreciate. It can quickly become an eyesore if every citizen doesn't care, and if there is no plan to prevent the urban sprawl that has wrecked so many pretty towns, historically significant or not. How ironic that the week of the History Conference is the very week our elected officials have chosen to try to turn Natchez into another of the many unforgettable run down towns that dot the south.
What do we have to do to persuade the Alderment to bring our planner back - and to persuade him to agree to come back after such a slap in the face. Let's do whatever it takes. Does anyone know to whom we should write to make this happen? Speak out, folks. Let your dismay and disgust be heard loud and clear.
Posted on June 18 at 8:38 a.m.
A less slanted headline for this article would have been simply "Motion filed in Palmer case". Let's hope that as the facts unfold in this very controversial case the reporting will be "fair and balanced". This should not be tried in the press, (and that includes the blogs!).
Posted on May 7 at 9:43 a.m.
Interesting comment in your editorial: "... Brown is certainly no angel, few leaders worth their salt are." Do you mean to imply that to be "worth your salt" you have to be devious, if not dishonest? I take umbrage with this opinion. There are many honest, upright, caring, and accomplished leaders in this town who strive in many different fields and are very effective in them. They are well "worth their salt"!
Posted on April 16 at 8:52 a.m.
Proud of the Democrat for speaking out so strongly on an important issue. Better late than never. Keep it up, ND.
Posted on April 11 at 10:14 a.m.
Kpage, I know from your prior posts that you are a caring person. You post about mistreated animals, molested children etc. Of course you have stated that thieves should have their fingers amputated! I guess that'll teach them (I presume this punishment whould only be applied to adult thieves). Perhaps if Youth Build had gotten to them when they were mere children, they wouldn't be stealing. I'm all for that.
My point is that I was shocked by your put down of those who support and work for the Festival of Music. Everyone with children in the schools knows what great work the Festival does to give these kids an oppontunity to be exposed to wonderful live music performances. Then you expanded your comments to put down those who support the Children's Home (and I presume you would also include the Humane Society, Pleasant Acre and all other non profit organizations which are desperately trying to keep their heads above water).
So what if volunteers and donors get their pictures in the paper. Do you volunteer and donate to these or other similar organizations that work to educate, enlighten, entertain and rescue kids?
Since we don't know who you are, we don't know whether your picture has been in the paper or not. Most of the people and groups I've noticed being thanked for giving to these causes seem to be just everyday citizens who really care about children and animals. And these articles are not usually on what you called the "Society Pages". The Democrat is always anxious to give space to good causes, and the publicity helps get the message across.
Keep writing, kpage, but think before you say hurtful things about people and organizations.
Posted on April 9 at 10:59 p.m.
The Natchez Festival of Music is a great asset to the city and to all of the citizens. Have none of you anti-opera posters ever had a child attend the wonderful children's programs to which all school children are invited? I've seen them over the years and they are a great introduction for kids to the magical world of musical performance. The fantastic young artists who come here to perform bring much joy to the entire community.
Dr. David Blackburn's amazing work with the Alcorn Choir is another example of what the Festival, in cooperation with Alcorn, has done for the city. The Festival is still trying to recover from the tragic loss of Dr. Blackburn, its founder and incredible director.
In many ways it is because of Ms. Schmieg's efforts that this economic and cultural boon to our city is able to continue. George Hogan, Dr. Blackburn's former student, is replacing him as director. Another exciting season will soon begin. The Children's Program will bring laughter and joy to our children again. Many events are free. Some cost little more than a night at the movies with popcorn.
How unfortunate that this incident of vandalism has brought out so much anger. Do people not know that far from being a "snooty" thing, opera houses are considered in most places to be the province of the man on the street - the entertainment for ordinary folk? I plan to be there. Come and see for yourselves - - and enjoy!
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Posted on November 9 at 9:27 a.m.
Oh, no. Don't even think of moving the tree. I wish we could go back to the live one, but at least we need to use some of the money raised to fill in the dark gaps in the tree lights. If you're like me (and Monk)-obsessive/compulsive - this must really bother you.
Happy about the "new" Christmas in Natchez, but many of us remember when it really began - - - 1982. I know the individuals who started it. They turned it over to the Chamber after that year so that the garden clubs wouldn't get in a fight over it! It gradually just went away. Chamber, please don't let that happen again.
On 'Christmas in Natchez' starts Nov. 27