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What a lucky dog: Amite County man wins $100,000 lottery prize
An Amite County man is a $100,000 richer after playing the Mississippi Lottery. According to the Mississippi Lottery, the man won the prize on a ...
Stacy Graning, Author at Mississippi's Best Community Newspaper
News
Christmas in Natchez: Here’s a list of all the seasonal fun you can have
NATCHEZ – It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in Natchez, with the town aglow and the calendar full of activities to delight ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, November 18, 2024 1:22 pm
Business
Natchez restaurant to be featured on ‘America’s Best’ website
NATCHEZ – A local restaurant will be included in a website featuring “America’s Best Restaurants.” Frankie’s On Main will be highlighted in a video produced ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, November 18, 2024 12:22 pm
Editorials
Chamber honorees exemplify service, humility
Humility and service. Those two words describe the honorees at the Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce awards earlier this week. Debbie Germany, Natchezian Woman of ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, November 18, 2024 12:02 pm
Business
Adams County awarded $3.554M for cleanup, development of former International Paper site
NATCHEZ – Efforts to clean up and develop the former International Paper site in Adams County received a boost on Wednesday as Gov. Tate Reeves ...
by Stacy Graning, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:09 pm
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Lessons learned from the Greatest Generation and all our veterans
George Grantland Jr. was born on the tail end of the Greatest Generation. A self-professed street-wise and wary boy in South Jersey, he was a ...
by Stacy Graning, Saturday, November 9, 2024 8:43 pm
Editorials
Honor those willing to serve on Veterans Day
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. That’s when an armistice went into effect during World War 1 – known then ...
by Stacy Graning, Saturday, November 9, 2024 8:37 pm
News
Going old school for navigation? MDOT offers a new state highway map
JACKSON – Are you an old soul with a penchant for a classic road trip and a paper map in hand? The Mississippi Department of ...
by Stacy Graning, Thursday, November 7, 2024 11:10 am
Business
Merit Natchez CEO: New Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative gives ‘seat at table’ for policy discussions
NATCHEZ – The CEO of Merit Health Natchez said a new coalition of state health care providers ultimately will improve the quality of health care in ...
by Stacy Graning, Tuesday, November 5, 2024 12:44 pm
News
Alcorn State reports second highest enrollment growth in Mississippi
LORMAN – Alcorn State University is among the Mississippi universities with increased enrollment this fall semester. The state Institutions of Higher Learning on Monday said ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, November 4, 2024 1:10 pm
News
Natchez woman places third in Franklin County hybrid triathlon
FRANKLIN COUNTY – More than 20 men and women participated in the annual Homochitto River Triathlon on Oct. 26, and a Natchez woman placed third. ...
by Stacy Graning, Thursday, October 31, 2024 12:00 pm
News
Planning a selfie with your ballot? Not so fast, Miss-Lou voters
NATCHEZ – Taking a quick selfie to let friends and followers know you voted in the Nov. 5 presidential election could land you in trouble ...
by Stacy Graning, Thursday, October 31, 2024 4:08 am
Business
Lucky number payout: Natchez man wins big in Cash 4 lottery drawing
NATCHEZ – The number four proved to be lucky for one Natchez lottery player last week. According to the Mississippi Lottery, a Natchez man won ...
by Stacy Graning, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 2:00 pm
News
Master artist to offer free oil painting workshops in Natchez
NATCHEZ – Area high school students will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study portrait painting in oils during an upcoming free workshop with a master ...
by Stacy Graning, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 1:38 pm
Business
Natchez Railway owner: $7.7M federal grant will fund safety, access improvements
NATCHEZ—More than $7 million in federal funding will help support the Natchez Railway’s regional growth while improving rail safety and increasing freight traffic capacity. The ...
by Stacy Graning, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:39 pm
Business
Natchez Railway gets funding from federal government
NATCHEZ – More than $7.7 million in federal dollars will help fund improvements to the Natchez Railway, the only east-west railway serving rural Southwest Mississippi. ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, October 28, 2024 5:49 pm
News
Natchez Open 2024 Final Results: See how they scored
NATCHEZ – A competitive field and a three-hole playoff made the 2024 Natchez Open at Natchez Golf Club one for the record books this weekend. ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, October 28, 2024 1:23 pm
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A tribute to those who shared their zest for life
For readers of a certain age – especially those who enjoyed nights on the town in Natchez in the 1990s, October has been a month ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, October 28, 2024 1:16 pm
Editorials
Take time this month to ‘think pink’
You may have noticed a theme in today’s edition of The Democrat – and it’s one we’re proud to share. This “Think Pink Edition” is ...
by Stacy Graning, Monday, October 28, 2024 1:14 pm
News
Feeling calm? Natchez ranked among most zen cities in America
NATCHEZ – If the stunning sunsets across the Mississippi River and the gentle breezes of October days have you feeling zen, that’s not surprising. According ...
by Stacy Graning, Friday, October 25, 2024 12:24 pm
SportsPlus
How to Watch SWAC College Basketball Games – Wednesday, November 20
SWAC teams will be in action in three games on Wednesday’s college basketball schedule. That includes the Southern…
How to Watch Western Kentucky vs. Jackson State on TV or Live Stream – November 20
The Jackson State Tigers (0-4) will look to end a four-game road losing streak when visiting the Western…
Cavaliers vs. Pelicans Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – November 20
The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-1) are heavily favored (by 12.5 points) to continue an eight-game home winning streak when…
Will Jonathan Marchessault Score a Goal Against the Kraken on November 20?
For those looking to bet on the upcoming game between the Nashville Predators and the Seattle Kraken on…
Will Steven Stamkos Score a Goal Against the Kraken on November 20?
When the Nashville Predators play the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday at 10:00 PM ET, will Steven Stamkos light…
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