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L. P. Vaughn named PBIS ticket winners. These students were presented tickets by school personnel for various acts of good character and then entered into a prize drawing. On front row from left are Nadiya Helaire, Kambria Demery and Tayana LaCour. On back row are Alana Marston, DaShawn Lewis, Reginald Smith and John Aguinaga. School personnel winners were Cynthia Harmon, Alexandra Antwine, Danny Von Kanel, Colette Sand, Patti Breland, Mary Gladney, Kenesha Hampton and Janice Potter. Not pictured are Wesley Clark and Dakota Jackson.
L.P. Vaughn Ticket Winners

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St. Mary’s Pre-K students decorated little pumpkins. From left are Alyssa Waters, Caden White, Rodrigo Rodriguez, Mia Hollier, Knox Wilson, John Paul Thibodaux, Kennedy Griffin, Adelle Williams, Emma Bain and Ella McCann.
St. Mary’s Halloween

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Kerlin and David heard a scream somewhere in between that of a woman and a black panther.
Meat pies and Bigfoot: another foray into Kisatchie Forest
David Graham and I had a picnic lunch planned and were on our way to Kisatchie Forest. We had purchased meat pies and fried potato strips at 3-J’s Fourway Truck Stop at Cypress, south of Natchito...
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Reading event brings noted author who hopes to inspire children to be writers
Leslie Staub, author and illustrator of children’s literature, will be the featured guest author at “Reading on the River,” Saturday, Nov. 10 from 8 a.m.-noon. on the riverfront. “Picture books ca...
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Lee Romine was surrounded by his pink ladies for their Grease-themed Halloween. From left are Kindsey Arguello, Mary Smith, Jaci Fredley, Romine, Rindy Romine, Monica Wise, Delana Baker and Marsha LaRue.
Soooo Cool!

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The John Torrent State Farm office got into the Halloween spirit. Employees dressed as characters from the television show Duck Dynasty. From left are Amber Stanley as Willie Robertson, John Torrent as Jase Robertson, Aaron Edwards as Jepp Robertson, April Runnels as Uncle Si Robertson, Donna Hutto as Phil Robertson and Kenneka Scott as Sadie Robertson.
Duck Dynasty?
The John Torrent State Farm office got into the Halloween spirit. Employees dressed as characters from the television show Duck Dynasty. From left are Amber Stanley as Willie Robertson, John Torren...
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NPD seeking 3 suspects
The Natchitoches City Police Dept. is seeking three people for whom warrants have been issued. They are: Felix Martinez Cook, violation of a protective order; white male, 43, last known address 181...
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Library will forgive fines in exchange for canned food
The Natchitoches Parish Library is offering its patrons an alternative to paying fines during the month of November. Starting on Nov. 1, the library will begin its annual “Can your Fines” program. ...
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The members of the Houston chapter of the St. Matthew School Restoration Association are, front row from left, Velma Charles, Bertha Charles Banks, Jenever Carpenter Helaire, Mary Lacaze Pleasant, Annie Williams Lacy and Jean Rachal Jackson. On back row are Frances Lee Williams, Lee Arthur Hampton, Leona Williams, Benny Charles, Leodis Charles, Ruby Jackson and Anne Bell Jones.
St. Matthew grads in Houston planning restoration ball
Houston Texas Chapter of the St. Matthew School Restoration Association will sponsor its first Restoration Ball Saturday, Dec. 15, from 6 p.m. until midnight at the Humble Civic Center. To make r...
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The St. Mary’s Tiger Trainers helped with fundraisers for the American Cancer Society during the school’s Paws for a Cure Pink Week activities to promote breast cancer awareness.  Through the sale of pink bracelets, T-shirts and a blue jean spirit day, the school raised $750.  The trainers presented the donation at half-time of a recent football game.  From left Taylor Roberts, Cancer Society representative Lindsay Maggio McElwee and Abbey Martin.  
Funds Raised

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The staff at Campti branch of City Bank dressed as characters from “The Wizard of Oz” and even re-created the yellow brick road for Halloween. From left are Norvel Garner, Josh Alost, Oneka Joseph, Helen Page, Liz Laborde, Angie Cole and Lisa Green.
Follow That Yellow Brick Road to Campti
The staff at Campti branch of City Bank dressed as characters from “The Wizard of Oz” and even re-created the yellow brick road for Halloween. From left are Norvel Garner, Josh Alost, Oneka Joseph...
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Public responds to plea for donations to match grant for Hall of Fame
After a two-month push to match a $250,000 Challenge Grant issued to quickly raise funding for exhibits in the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Museum, the goal has been reached and exceeded, Hall of ...
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Cigar box guitarist becoming major player on world stage
Natchitoches native Mike Snowden is fast becoming a major player in the worldwide underground community of cigar box guitar enthusiasts.  In late August and early September, he was invited to the ...
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Council meeting rescheduled
The Natchitoches City council meeting scheduled for Monday, Nov. 12 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Nov. 13 because of Veterans Day. The pre-meeting begins at 5 p.m. and the meeting begins at 5:30...
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Bingo, gumbo on tap at St. Anne’s
St. Anne’s Catholic Church on Old River will hold its bingo and gumbo Nov. 10. Bingo prizes range from home goods to homemade cakes and pies. There will be a raffle drawing for $200. Parishioners w...
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LSMSA to hosts prospective students
The Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts will host its annual November “Exploration Day” program aimed at prospective students in 6-12 grade and their parents. The event will take place...
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Thousands opting out of BP Gulf oil spill settlement
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The architects of a proposed class-action settlement of claims spawned by the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico are confident it won't be derailed by thousands of businesses and...
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Christian Scholars at Home 4H members met in October, bringing with them donations for Coats for Kids. On first row from left are Sarah Dyess, Staci Brady, AnaClaire Dockens, William Morrison, Samuel Wilkins, Joshua Hooper and James Wilkins. On second row are Bradford Morrison, Anne Mertens, Leneigh Hennigan, Ruth Mertens, Brittany Gregory, Gabriel Shaddox and Rayna Farrell. On third row are Anna Hooper, Maryelle Hooper, Laura Dockens, Carson Custis, David Hooper and Ellie Hooper.
Christian Scholars 4-H Club holds meeting
 The bright, cool afternoon of Monday, Oct. 8 was a pleasant setting for the second monthly meeting of the Christian Scholars at Home 4-H club. After the opening routine, club members and parents...
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Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce president Tony Davis is flanked by parish president candidates Rick Nowlin, left, and Gerald Longlois, right. Nowlin and Longlois participated in the Chamber candidate forum Oct. 23.
Chamber of Commerce website has useful information to assist voters in researching issues, candidates
The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce provides information for voters for the Nov. 6 election on its website NatchitochesChamber.com. Click the “Government Affairs” link in the Membership col...
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Record numbers turn out in Natchitoches for early voting
The 7th day of early voting, Tuesday, set another record when 712 people voted according to Registrar of Voters Debbie Waskom. There were 688 in-person voters and 24 mail ballots. Monday was a prev...
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