Business
New studio continues yoga offerings in Natchez
For three local women, the end of Satya Yoga Studio in Natchez was the beginning of a new relationship and new business venture — Namaste ... Read more
2 years ago by Ben Hillyer.
Getting soaked: Heavy rain impacts remaining crops
This week’s heavy rains and overcast skies will have a negative impact on crops awaiting harvest in Concordia Parish, local agricultural experts said. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Tin Roof Brewery strikes gold at prestigious beer festival
Baton Rouge’s Tin Roof Brewing has earned a first for the state of Louisiana at the country’s largest beer festival. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Tenner promoted to assistant cashier at Concordia Bank
Patrick R. Biglane, President & CEO, announced that Angela R. Tenner has been promoted to Assistant Cashier of Concordia Bank and Trust Co at a ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Merit Health, ACSO provide secure drug drop off
Merit Health Natchez worked closely with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and the Natchez Adams Regional Counterdrug Taskforce (NARC) unit to become a secure drug ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Downtown Karla Brown celebrates five years
For the last five years Karla Brown has made it her job to find a hole and fill it. Read more
2 years ago by Ben Hillyer.
Ferriday High graduates pledge $100,000 to Louisiana Tech College of Business scholarship fund
A couple originally from Ferriday recently pledged $100,000 to a Louisiana Tech University College of Business scholarship fund to ensure Concordia Parish graduates have a ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.
How you can make money last during retirement
Having spent decades saving for retirement, it can feel like a major shift for retirees to transition to spending down their hard-earned assets. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Murphy joins staff of Silas Simmons
The accounting firm of Silas Simmons, LLP is pleased to announce that Joseph Murphy has joined their professional staff. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Chandler promoted to senior associate at Silas Simmons
Charles J. Chandler, CPA was recently promoted to Senior Associate at Silas Simmons, LLP after meeting all of the requirements for becoming a Certified Public ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Manual labor jobs are among most available
Retail, customer service, medical and industrial opportunities are the most prevalent jobs available in the Adams County market as of June 2018, the Mississippi Department ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Local officials help inmates find future in workforce
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office with the help of local economic development officials is offering soon-to-be-released inmates a step toward finding their future in today’s ... Read more
2 years ago by Garrett Kroeger.
Read elected president of Louisiana Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers
Carolyn Read was elected by the Louisiana Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers as president-elect. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Orthopedic surgeon joins Merit Health
Orthopedic Surgeon Thesselon Monderson, M.D., is the Merit Heath Natchez medical staff and has joined Dr. Daniel McCallum in the Merit Health Medical Group ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Expanding services: Great River celebrates new addition to dealerships
NATCHEZ — Great River dealerships opened a new lot last month that has since increased the automotive selection, service and provided more jobs in ... Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Level playing field: Local store owners discuss opinions of Internet tax ruling
State officials applauded a June 21 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that would give brick-and-mortar businesses a fair shot against online competition. Read more
2 years ago by Sabrina Robertson.
Cheers! Anniversary of state brewing law locally celebrated
By LAUREN WEST NATCHEZ— One year ago today a state law went into effect allowing Mississippi breweries to sell limited amounts of their locally produced ... Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce remains focused on creating strong community after 110 years
The Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the 110th anniversary of its founding June 15, 1908. Read more
2 years ago by Ben Hillyer.
Companies with local ties win Louisiana business excellence awards
Two businesses with local ties were among eight Louisiana companies presented with a Lantern Award. Read more
2 years ago by Staff Reports.
United Mississippi Bank announces employee news
Special to the Democrat NATCHEZ — UMB announces promotions, certifications, and new hires in company Katherine Christian named assistant vice president/Bank Secrecy Act officer Hired ... Read more