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The Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) talent search recognized seventh graders who score highest on these ACT or SAT exams at ceremonies across the country. NSU hosted the Louisiana ceremony May 8. Photo by Leigh Guidry
Local 7th graders score big on ACT
Local seventh graders joined others from the state to be recognized for their performance in the Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP) talent search. Their scores on the ACT qualified...
May 23, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Joyce Barnes, nursing advisor at Northwestern State University’s Leesville-Fort Polk campus, presented Maj. Logan Fileccia with a check for $1,000 to benefit the Wounded Warrior Unit at Fort Polk. Funds were raised by raffling a quilt that Barnes made and through meals she prepared and sold to personnel at the Leesville/Fort Polk campus.
Quilts
Northwestern State University’s Leesville-Fort Polk campus' nursing program raised money for the Wounded Warrior Unit at Fort Polk. Funds were raised by raffling a quilt that Barnes made and throu...
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Park Donation
City Bank Marketing Director Jim Pierson, left, and CEO Joe Pierson, right, demonstrated their support for the Natchitoches Parish Veterans and Memorial Park project with a check to the committee ...
May 23, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Lilly Chase of Baton Rouge honored the memory of her late husband, avid Northwestern State University supporter Dan Chase, by establishing an endowed scholarship in his name. The four-year scholarship will benefit a student pursuing a degree in education. From left are Director of University Advancement Drake Owens, Associate Director of Development Jill Bankston and Lilly Chase.
$100,000 endowed scholarship established
Lilly Chase of Baton Rouge has established a $100,000 endowed scholarship in memory of her husband, Northwestern alumnus Dan Chase. The Dan Chase Memorial Scholarship in Education will be a four-y...
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City wins award for beautification
Baton Rouge, La. - Keep Natchitoches Beautiful (KNB) was named May’s “Affiliate of the Month” by Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB), the state’s nonprofit organization dedicated to litter prevention, w...
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Tourist commission to help with NSU softball complex; needs more info
Donating to the NSU softball complex renovation project came before the Natchitoches Parish Tourist Commission again May 15. NSU Athletic Director Greg Burke gave a presentation about the complex t...
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City Court lists arraignment docket for May
City Court Judge Fred Gagahan lists the criminal arraignment docket for May 14. Jammie T. Armstrong, possession of marijuana, pleaded not guilty, trial June 25. Herbert Baptiste III, open container...
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VA clinic to host free luncheon, open house
The Natchitoches VA Primary Outpatient Clinic will host an open house and free luncheon for all veterans Thursday, May 24 from 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in honor of Memorial Day. If already enrolled at the...
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Groups sponsor dog food drive
During May, Natchitoches Hope for Paws and Bank of Montgomery is sponsoring a dog food drive. You can take Pedigree Adult or Puppy brand dog food to the Washington Street branch. Hope for Paws is ...
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Dance showcase set for June
Fleur De Lis Danse will present a dance showcase at A.A. Fredrick Auditorium Saturday, June 2 at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.fleudelisdanse.com for $7 or at the door for $10. For...
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Meeting set
The Natchitoches Parish Voters and Civic League will hold a public mass meeting at the MLK Center Tuesday, May 29 at 6 p.m. The purpose is to get reaction to recently passed House Bills, which beco...
May 23, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 0 0 recommendations | email to a friend
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Johnson Chute lane to close today, Tuesday
The northbound lane of mile post 144.49 of Johnson Chute Bayou Bridge will close from noon until 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 22 for a routine bridge inspection according to La. DOTD. The detour is necessary.
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William “Billy” Page, FHFMA, CPA
Inside the Hospital: New chief financial officer joins staff
News from Natchitoches Regional Medical Center
May 22, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Part of 2nd Street will close today for Sampite funeral
Natchitoches Police Chief Micky Dove has announced a portion of Second Street will be closed on Tuesday, May 22 for the funeral of former Mayor Joe Sampite. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. at Immacu...
May 22, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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St. Mary’s will graduate tonight
St. Mary’s High School will hold commencement exercises today, Tuesday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the school gym. The Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts will hold commencement exercises Sat...
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NSU lead landscape horticulturist Mark Weaver oversees the planting of the NSU Elementary Lab Class of 2012’s “legacy tree.” Beginning this year, all graduating classes from the school will plant a tree to commemorate their time at the school. The tree is a Vitex, a tropical plant known for its ability to attract butterflies.
Legacy Tree
NSU Elementary Lab Library Club and NSU lead landscape horticulturist Mark Weaver planted the Class of 2012’s “legacy tree.” Beginning this year, all graduating classes from the school will plant ...
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Dr. Paul Nagel, associate professor of geography and social studies education at Northwestern State University, accepted the Award of Excellence from the Louisiana Middle School Association. Teresa Chance, president-elect of the LMSA, presented the award.
Passion for geography drives career of professor honored by state association
Dr. Paul Nagel, associate professor of geography and social studies education in Northwestern State University’s College of Education and Human Development, is the recipient of this year’s Award of...
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Correction
The Natchitoches Parish District Attorney’s Office announces a correction to a sentencing story last week. William Chris Shields’ five-year sentence was suspended, and he was placed on four years s...
May 22, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 0 0 recommendations | email to a friend
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Joe made everyone feel like a champion; his legacy is undisputed champion of community
Joe Sampite always liked to make people feel good about themselves. That’s why one of his favorite greetings for friends, colleagues, kids and others was “How’s it going, Champ?” Everybody wants ...
May 22, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Joe Sampité
Former Mayor Joe Sampité dies
Former City of Natchitoches Mayor Joseph M. Sampité passed away Friday, May 18 at 81. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Cathol...
May 21, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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