Legislature creates new public records exemptions for colleges and universities on athletics

The Louisiana House voted 91-4 to create new public records exemptions allowing universities to conceal information about how college athletics programs spend public dollars on revenue sharing with athletes.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Bro. Jimmy Price entertained Old Bethel members with a song that he wrote, “Surrender.” He read Psalm 125:2 before he sang. He sang before the offering. After the offering, Lanell Settle leads the congregation with another hymn.Then Bro. Jimmy brought the message from Psalm 125:1-2. 1.

It’s time to order your 1016 Demon football tickets that are now on sale with several options to choose from for your convenience

Northwestern State football fans can officially start mapping out their fall Saturdays, and one Thursday, as 2026 Demon football season tickets are now on sale.Fans can purchase tickets online at www.nsutickets.

Lesche celebrates friendship, fellowship, entertainment

The Lesche Club of Natchitoches met on the first Monday in May for the final meting of the club year and the evening proved to be a delightful celebration of friendship, fellowship and entertainment.Hostesses were Toni Rushing, Susan Massia and Donna Baker.

St. Mary’s Catholic School has openings for upcoming year

St. Mary’s Catholic School is seeking qualified and passionate individuals to join its faculty and staff for the upcoming school year.The school has openings for a 4th/5th Grade English Language Arts and math teacher, a first grade teacher and a varsity football coach.St.

SBA offers relief to businesses affected by drought

SBA Disaster News Release – SBA Offers Relief to Louisiana Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought Low-interest disaster loans now available The U.S.

Young at Heart welcomes all faiths to celebrate

The Young at Heart luncheon for seniors was May 6 at the First United Methodist Church.Harvey Polk was master of ceremonies and Pastor Gary Willis offered a prayer before the meal. Table decorations were provided by the church’s Koinonia Circle.

Church News

Mt. Olive Baptist Church is seeing a dedicated, spiritually grounded musician to serve during Sunday worship services and special programs. Must be dependable, musically skilled with the ability to play with excellence and committed to supporting an hour of worship per what honors God.

White House proclamation calls on Amerians to give thanks

Freedom 250, a national initiative celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, applauds the White House proclamation for Jewish American Heritage Month, which calls for Americans of the Jewish faith to celebrate a national Sabbath, observing a day of rest, reflection, and gratitude from...

First SWAT team in Louisiana was formed in 2013; now is time for rebuilding in state

In 2013, the Louisiana State Police (LSP) assembled its first Special Weapons And Tactics (SWAT) competition team, competing consistently through 2019, when the team earned First Place Overall at the Louisiana Tactical Police Officers Association (LTPOA) Conference.