Business

Business dubbed ‘Project Silver’ to bring 200 jobs to downtown Natchez
NATCHEZ — A new business prospect code named “Project Silver” that is expected to bring approximately 200 jobs to downtown Natchez got a unanimous vote ... Read more
5 months ago by Scott Hawkins.

UMB announces board change/addition, promotion
Lauren Biglane Middleton has been named Chairman of the Board/Southwest Security Inc., UMB’s holding company where she currently serves as CEO. Read more
5 months ago by Staff Reports.

New food service venture takes off for Natchez cooks
Twenty-nine minutes. That’s how long it took for new Natchez phenom, Sissy and The Continental Cook, to sell out of its weekly offerings on Friday ... Read more
6 months ago by Jan Griffey.
115 Natchez small businesses plan to reopen, survey reveals
NATCHEZ — Natchez, Inc. Economic Recovery Taskforce’s Small Business Sub committee finalized a survey seeking guidance from the regional small business community in hopes of ... Read more
7 months ago by Staff Reports.

Butt Hut in Vidalia will not reopen, owner says
VIDALIA — The owner of the Butt Hut, a popular Miss-Lou barbecue joint, said he has decided his restaurant will not come back after the ... Read more
9 months ago by Scott Hawkins.
Callon Petroleum to close Natchez office mid-2020
NATCHEZ — Nearly 70 years after Callon Petroleum was founded in Natchez, company officials announced the Natchez office would be closing next year. Read more
1 year ago by Staff Reports.

Natchez Brewing Company plans to offer Neapolitan style pizzas
Natchez Brewing Company's Pat Miller has been busy in the lab concocting the newest flavor combinations for his latest venture — a pizza kitchen. Read more
2 years ago by Ben Hillyer.

Mayor: New cruise line could help local economy
NATCHEZ — The City of Natchez on May 15 signed and submitted an agreement to lease property on the Mississippi River to Viking USA ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.

Couple to open ice cream shop on Main Street
NATCHEZ — Main Street in Natchez is filling up with craft jewelry stores, boutiques, art and cooking classes and several restaurants; however, there is ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.

New chef, managers take the reins of Carriage House Restaurant
NATCHEZ — A new chef is in town “taking the helm” of the Carriage House restaurant in Stanton Hall, said Eugenie Cates, president of ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.

In Regina’s Kitchen: Local chef offers cooking classes, wine bar experience
Local chef Regina Charboneau recently fulfilled her vision of opening a brand new cooking school on Main Street, complete with an elegant wine and cheese ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.

Shining Achievement: Monmouth receives four diamond rating by AAA
Monmouth Historic Inn & Gardens is shining like diamonds among hotels across the South. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.

Steps to success: Ninth Entrepreneur Academy starts April 2
The hardest step most often is the first step when it comes to starting a business, a local economic development officials says. Read more
2 years ago by Ben Hillyer.

Marketing firm provides services to Natchez Pilgrimage Tours
Angela Smith of Springfield, Missouri, said she has had a lifelong affinity for Natchez, and she feels fortunate to have been able to combine her ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.

To the Ladies: Clothing boutique celebrates 25 years of serving customers
“Don’t go out of business until I die,” said Jeannette Feltus as she walked away with her crisp new outfit from Katie’s Ladies Apparel Thursday ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.

High Five: Great River Industries undergoes fifth major expansion
Business is booming at Great River Industries, so much so the company is currently undergoing a $2 million expansion, which is the company’s fifth major ... Read more
2 years ago by Scott Hawkins.
Visit Natchez sales director recognized
Visit Natchez Director of Sales Lynsey Smith was recently featured in American Bus Association’s magazine Destinations as one of the seven industry leaders to watch. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Chism Strategies honored
A bipartisan panel judging political communications across the nation for the 2018 election cycle has recognized Chism Strategies for innovation in direct mail. The Annual ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.

Changing Tastes: New businesses coming to downtown
Three new businesses will be bringing new flavors to the downtown Natchez food scene this spring, each with its own unique delicious offerings for locals ... Read more
2 years ago by Multiple Authors.

50 Fancy Years: Caterer celebrates 5 decades in business
A local woman, commonly known as “Sissy,” cooks up just about everything in the kitchen and she has been doing it for 50 years as ... Read more