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Local witnesses protests in Baltimore

NATCHEZ — Natchez resident Sue Burkhalter was on a regular routine doctor visit in Baltimore when she witnessed the civil unrest surrounding the death of ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Friday, May 1, 2015 12:04 am

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Firefighters to host children’s program

NATCHEZ — Bo Wells and Troy Whittington are looking to inspire a blazing passion in young people. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Friday, May 1, 2015 12:02 am

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Weekend Ticket: Trinity Mayfair, World Voices headline weekend

NATCHEZ — A Trinity Mayfair and an array of music events will keep Miss-Lou residents moving this weekend. Sunny and pleasant skies are expected throughout ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Thursday, April 30, 2015 12:01 am

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Pinwheels bring message to Miss-Lou

VIDALIA — Travelers on Carter Street msy notice a blue pinwheel garden at the Concordia Chamber of Commerce, placed there in observance of Child Abuse ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Monday, April 27, 2015 12:04 am

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Filmmakers to gather Thursday for coalition meeting

NATCHEZ — Local and aspiring filmmakers will have the opportunity to meet like-minded individuals Thursday. Independent filmmaker Mark LaFrancis has organized a film coalition meeting ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Monday, April 27, 2015 12:02 am

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Early college teacher leads 2015 class

NATCHEZ — For many teachers, serving students is a calling. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Sunday, April 26, 2015 12:02 am

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Residents reflect on historic fire

NATCHEZ — Community members gathered Saturday to remember the tragic Rhythm Night Club Fire, which took place 75 years ago in Natchez. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Sunday, April 26, 2015 12:01 am

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West students opt for ties to help build character

NATCHEZ — Susie B. West Elementary School staff members hope to implement character within its male students with a swing of a necktie. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Saturday, April 25, 2015 12:06 am

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Aldermen interview five NASD applicants

NATCHEZ — The Natchez Board of Aldermen interviewed five Natchez-Adams School Board applicants Thursday in the City Council Chambers. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Saturday, April 25, 2015 12:04 am

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Woman reports assault in woods

VIDALIA — A Vidalia woman reported to law enforcers that she was taken from the street into the woods where she was sexually assaulted. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Friday, April 24, 2015 12:04 am

Z-RSS General

Natchez Little Theater patron retires

NATCHEZ — There comes a time in a man’s life when it’s time to retire and ride off into the sunset. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Friday, April 24, 2015 12:03 am

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Rhythm fire marks 75 years

NATCHEZ — Approximately 209 lives will be remembered Saturday honoring the 75th anniversary of one of the deadliest fires in U.S. history. On April 23, ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Thursday, April 23, 2015 12:13 am

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Roast, Alcorn walk/run highlight weekend

NATCHEZ — A dinner theater, a healthy activity and a couple of celebrations will give Miss-Lou residents a big to-do list this weekend. Heavy showers ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Thursday, April 23, 2015 12:10 am

Style feature

Annual music festival features Blues, Broadway, more

By devonte demby The Natchez Democrat NATCHEZ — When the Natchez Festival of Music tunes up for its 25th year in a few weeks, the ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Wednesday, April 22, 2015 12:05 am

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Bright Future: Ferriday freshman excels in classroom, on stage

Nicholaus Pryor uses his kindness throughout Ferriday High School to lend a helping hand where it’s needed. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Wednesday, April 22, 2015 12:00 am

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Music festivities set for May

NATCHEZ — Miss-Lou residents have the opportunity to board a bus and travel together to the official launch of the Americana Music Triangle this May. ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Monday, April 20, 2015 12:11 am

Business

Vidalia businessman is making the old new again

VIDALIA — A local businessman is looking to revamp 25 acres of commercial property on Carter Street, including a medical center, new restaurant and an ... Read more

by Devonte Demby, Sunday, April 19, 2015 12:05 am

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Camellia Hospice workers thanked

NATCHEZ — Camellia Hospice celebrated the selfless, giving people of the community Saturday during National Volunteer Week. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Sunday, April 19, 2015 12:04 am

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Third grade reading test administered

NATCHEZ — Third graders within the Natchez-Adams School District look to wrap up the Third Grade Reading Summative Assessment test Wednesday. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Saturday, April 18, 2015 12:06 am

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Alfred Rankins Jr. to be invested as university’s 19th leader

Family, veterans and Alcorn State University’s 19th president, Alfred Rankins Jr., were honored Thursday during a Family First Luncheon. Read more

by Devonte Demby, Friday, April 17, 2015 12:04 am

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