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Remembering a Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient

When friendly troops fighting in Vietnam needed airpower to survive, Air Force Capt. Steven Logan Bennett didn’t hesitate to come to their rescue.When his aircraft was seriously damaged during that attempt, Bennett made another quick decision — to give up his life so his wingman could survive.

Native American crafts celebrated in Natchitoches event

Native American material culture artists shared their traditional knowledge with attendees at a free interactive crafts workshop on July 12 at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum in Natchitoches.

P.E.O. Chapter BG awards scholarship

Northwestern State University student Faith Matthews of Campti was awarded a P.E.O. Project for Continuing Education grant through Louisiana P.E.O. Chapter BG. Matthews is a non-traditional student who returned to Northwestern to become a teacher.

La. Guard Transportation Company deploys overseas

Story and photos by Staff Sgt. David C. Kirtland, 241st Mobile Public Affairs Attachment The LouisianaNational Guard’s 1084th Transportation Company bid farewell to family and friends during a deployment ceremony held at East St. John High School in LaPlace, July 5.

NCHS class of 1975 and 1985 reunion set

The NCHS- Natchitoches Class of 1975 Reunion is scheduled for Sept. 19 -20.. Any member of NCHS Class of 1975 interested in attending can contact Nancy Drawhorn -Jones, Chair, chair, at 318/228-0580, Albert Middleton, cochair at 214/364-6740, or Martha Dalme, recording treasurer at 318/652-4136.

12 chefs face off for the Great American Seafood Cook-off

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board will welcome 12 chefs from around the country to the nation’s ultimate seafood cooking competition. The 2025 Great American Seafood Cook-Off will be held at the Ernest N.