Heralds serve king and queen of the Spring Festival Court

Four young ladies served as Heralds to the King and Queen of the 57th annual ball of the Spring Festival Court presentation by the St. Denis Art League.Serving as Heralds to King Sidney Bunyan Evans III were Miss Dylan Brooke Perot and Miss Avery Vivienne Williams.

Evans and Kelly reign over Spring Festival Court

Sidney Bunyan Evans III reigned as King of the St. Denis Art League Spring Festival Court at its 57th annual ball and presentation Saturday, April 26, at the Natchitoches Events Center.Mr. Evans is a lifelong resident of Natchitoches and has been an active part of the community.

Natchitoches Lions Club members recognized and elected to district positions

Three Natchitoches Lions Club Officers attended the 102nd Annual State Lions Convention in Gonzales.For over 100 years, Lions from across Louisiana have gathered annually to celebrate, learn and plan for the future.

‘Tiger Brigade’ holds deployment ceremony ahead of overseas mission

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Plant a Tree to make a difference

Trees provide many benefits to the environment and our health and well-being.

Louisiana journalist recalls Roy Acuff friendship in new book release

A new book, Remembering Roy Acuff, The King of Country Music, has been published by Robert Gentry of Many, a journalist for more than 60 years.

JAG artist uses mixed media to demonstrate challenges that young people face today

Natchitoches Jr. High School’s JAG members participated in its Student Development Competition, themed “Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges.” This event showcased the talents and skills of JAG members from across the state of Louisiana.Representing Natchitoches Jr.

An evening filled with fellowship, artistic celebration & inspiring message

The ladies literary club known as The Lesche Club of Natchitoches, met April 7 at the First Presbyterian church on Bienville Street where the members and guests enjoyed a delightful evening filled with fellowship, artistic celebration and an inspiring message of community advocacy.

Butte Chiefs of Bayou Bourbeaux

Butte Tribe Chief Rodger Collum announces the publication of “Butte Chiefs of Bayou Bourbeaux,” an oral historical record passed down to Collum by his ancestors.

Melrose Easter Egg-stravaganza

Hundreds hopped over to the historic Melrose on the Cane Plantation Saturday for breakfast, music, face painting, hair braiding, cake walk, games, crafts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and of course to search for colorful plastic eggs.