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The Order of the Eastern Star, Golden Star Chapter 62 raffled a “Fleur de Lis” basket for their annual fundraiser. Whitney Rachal won the raffle. From left are Latoya Malbo, Glenda Humphrey, Cloteal Jackson, Rachal, George McGaskey and Jo Ann Roque.
Basket Raffled

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NPSO lists arrests for 2 days in November
The following arrests are from the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff�s Office. Nov. 13 �Christopher T. Brimzey, 33, 500 North St., Apt. P-4, Natchitoches, failure to register change of address of a sex o...
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Community Events
Events that appear in this column are open to the public. Fairview Alpha Elementary will have a fall carnival Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m. in the school gym. There will be games, food, a silent...
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Fairview Alpha fall carnival is Thursday
The Fairview Alpha Fall Carnival will be Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5-7 p.m. at the Fairview Alpha School, located on Hwy. 71 between Campti and Coushatta. The fundraiser includes food, games (basketb...
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Man arrested for abusing elderly grandmother
Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies have arrested a Robeline man after he went to his 83-year-old grandmothers residence in the Flora community, committing a battery upon her according to Natchi...
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Girl Scout Troop #192 donated 10 blankets to the Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging. On front row, from left are Savannah Kay, Brook Kay and Kailee Kay. On back row are Ashley Rachal, Hayley Loe, Kara Alford, troop leader Aftan Creighton and outreach coordinator Patrice Parker.
Blankets Donated

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Magnet school of 108 in state named high performers
The National Center for Educational Achievement has named the Natchitoches Magnet School as one of Louisiana�s Higher Performing Schools. The National Center for Educational Achievement (NCEA) is a...
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The NSU Christmas Gala will be Nov. 28-30 in the A.A. Frederick Auditorium at 7 p.m. each evening plus a 9 p.m. performance Friday.
NSU Gala cast will present three performances of Christmas show
The Mrs. H.D. Dear Sr. and Alice E. Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts at Northwestern State University will present the 24th- annual Christmas Gala Nov. 28-30 in the A.A. Fredericks Audit...
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Community Events
Events that appear in this column are open to the public. The Natchitoches Genealogical and Historical Association monthly meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Natchitoches Arts Center. Gu...
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Lisa Wiggins spoke at the monthly meeting of the Master Gardener Association at the Arts Center. Wiggins, who is the librarian at NSU Elem. Lab School, described the garden that her students developed during the last five years. There are 12 classes with 300 students participating in the research, preparation, plant maintenance and harvesting produce from the school’s garden. Wiggins uses the garden to teach students about the possibility of growing their own food and the importance of healthy eating.
Students Garden

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Dr. James A. Crank displays his new book “Understanding Sam Shepard.
NSU professor of English pens book about actor/playwright, Sam Shepard
Dr. James A. Crank, has published a book on the actor, writer and director Sam Shepard.  Understanding Sam Shepard was released from the University of South Carolina Press on Oct. 31. Crank is asso...
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Tara Hawthorne
NSU alumn is coordinator of New Student Programs at Murray State University
Making a difference is the heart and foundation of the student affairs profession and Northwestern State University students, both current and former, can attest to the integral role and impact tha...
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Administrators at Natchitoches Community Care Center presented funds to the Northwestern State University Foundation in continued support of a scholarship to benefit an upper level-nursing student.  From left are NSU Associate Director of Development Jill Bankston, Center Administrator Maria Mapa, Director of Nursing Annette Walker, Director of University Advancement Brad Laird and social services director of Chinquapin House/household coordinator Margaret McDaniel.
Community Care Center contributes to scholarship
Natchitoches Community Care Center contributed to a scholarship to benefit nursing students pursuing clinical studies.  The Natchitoches Community Care Center Endowed Scholarship in Nursing is a $5...
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Former LSMSA student Mallory Fuller achieved Dean’s List at Vanderbilt University, for the spring 2012 and fall 2011 semesters. U.S. News & World Report ranks Vanderbilt University 17th best university in the nation. Fuller began studies at Vanderbilt, Nashville in the fall 2009. In spring of 2011, she transferred to Vanderbilt France, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. While studying in France, Fuller wrote an essay that resulted in an invitation to intern at the Fondation St. John Perse, which she completed the following year. Dr. Rodney Allen, Dr. Mark Van Rhyn, Dr. Elizabeth Hall, Randy Allen, and Laurie Richard groomed Fuller, a 2009 graduate of Louisiana School for Math, Science, and Arts for collegiate success. Fuller is the daughter of Lisa Cote’, the grand- daughter of Bill and Mozelle Rutledge as well as the late Harry P. Cote’. She is the niece of David Rodriguez, Mignona Cote’ and Renee’ Cote’.
International Scholar

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The Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging sponsored a table at the Central Louisiana Food Bank luncheon. From left are Scottie Dawson, Lionel Dawson, Michael Lewis, Director Alice Barrios and board chairman John Lynch.
Natchitoches Parish on receiving end of Cenla Food Bank
Want to donate or find out more about the Food Bank ? Here’s the information. Food Bank of Central Louisiana 3223 Baldwin Ave. Alexandria, LA 71301 Phone: 318-445-2773 Fax. 318-484-2898 www.fbce...
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Throngs of Shoppers at Wal-Mart
Stores typically open in the wee hours of the morning on the day after Thanksgiving known as Black Friday, named for the period when stores traditionally turn a profit for the year. But Black Frida...
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Chris Lansdell from NSU Athletics donated a box of food to the Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging. The food was collected from NSU Basketball fans.From left are activity coordinator, Linda Turner and Chris Lansdell. NPCOA is still collecting blankets for our seniors. The drop off is 1016 Keyser Avenue.
NSU Fans Support Seniors

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Student of the Week Nov. 9 at Goldonna Elementary are, on front row from left, Brandon Sullivan, Brittani Thornton and Kalei Nelson. On back row are Principal Kendria Sanders, Gabe Ybarra, Memphis Grappe, Jazmyn Hawkins and Warrick Ybarra.
Students of the Week

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Charlotte Rhodes donated a handmade blanket to the Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging blanket drive. From left are outreach coordinator, Patrice Parker and Charlotte Rhodes.
Blanket Donated

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 David Broussard Jr., airpark development manager for the England Industrial Airpark and Community provided the Natchitoches Rotary Club with an update on the park master plan and current economic development activities.  He noted that airport has completed nearly $20 million in projects that include ramp repairs, a new fuel farm, and a new access road. The interstate highway, rail and water access as well as a strong workforce will help draw major industry to the site.  The site also includes office and warehouse facilities, a golf course, hotel and restaurant, an education complex, retirement community and general housing.  This mixed-use development is located on 3,000 acres. housing 60 business, employing 2,000 persons, and operates on self-generated 9 million dollar budget.  This facility is a major economic driver for the region and creates more than 2,000 direct jobs.  Additionally, the airpark provides key support services for both Ft. Polk and the LA National Guard.  He closed with questions and a invitation to everyone to visit the facility and include United, Delta or American airlines in their travel plans.  From left are Broussard and Rotarian with the program Tommy Melder.
Rotary Club

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