Natchez has always been a city built on stories. Some are written in brick and riverfront views. Others are carried in song. For February 2026, Miss-Lou Champions Spotlight is proud to name Maggie Brown our Champion of the Month, recognizing a singer and songwriter whose music reflects both the grit and the grace of this region. Maggie Brown’s roots run deep in the Miss-Lou. Born in Mississippi and raised near Lake St. John, she grew up surrounded by the culture and musical t

Natchez Museum of African American Culture and History For Black History Month, Miss-Lou Champions Spotlight is proud to recognize the Natchez Museum of African American Culture and History as our February Non-Profit of the Month. Located in the heart of downtown Natchez, the museum exists to tell the story of African American life, leadership, resilience, and contribution that shaped both the local community and the nation. This museum is not a side note to Natchez history.

The Natchez Community Stewpot has been selected for a charitable grant from Sparklight, and the support is already in hand. On January 19, Sparklight presented a five thousand dollar check to the Stewpot to help strengthen its day to day ability to serve neighbors facing food insecurity. This one matters to us at Miss Lou Champions Spotlight. The Stewpot was our January Nonprofit of the Month, and we have seen how consistently they show up for people who need a meal and a saf

Nathan Gaudé is our January 2026 Miss Lou Champions Spotlight Champion of the Month, and his story is one that continues to inspire everyone who knows him. Nathan was born with Down Syndrome and is now 25 years old. He lives a life marked by faith, determination, and joy, and he is one of those rare people whose presence immediately lifts the room. From a young age, Nathan has shown that effort, heart, and love matter far more than limitations. Nathan with his mother, Patrici

The Natchez Stewpot continues to be a point of light for many Natchez residents.