Concordia Parish schools spotlight high achievers at the Honors Banquet, recognizing 2026 honorees from each high school who met the parish’s GPA thresholds for freshmen through seniors.

Mother of slain Southern University student says Louisiana suspect Derek Hollins Jr. has been indicted on a Mississippi murder charge in the 2024 Wilkinson County case.

Two 16-year-olds have been arrested in the Jan. 19 shooting on Highway 34 that killed Wilkinson County High student Enaje Bates, joining an 18-year-old already charged with murder.

Mary Michael Allgood prays at the flagpole at Adams County Christian School. If you have an image you'd like to share, email us at yourtake@natchezdemocrat.com.

Natchez officials called a special meeting to interview five police chief candidates, but none showed after notification mix-ups. Neither was the media notified of the special meeting. The mayor will ...

NATCHEZ – Services for Bubba Hale, 74, who passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, at Laird Funeral Home with Pastor Bo Swilley officiating. Visitation will be ...

Natchez-Adams Chamber announces April 9 pickleball and April 10 golf tournaments at Duncan Park, offering friendly competition, networking and fundraiser support.

Alcorn State University’s Natchez Alumni Chapter will host the 50th Mid-Winter Conference March 11–14, 2027, featuring signature events and opportunities for sponsors, vendors, and volunteers.

Natchez’s 2026 Save the Hall Ball revives classic dishes from iconic local chefs, turning a black-tie night at Stanton Hall into a tribute to the city’s entertaining traditions.