Friends of Library ‘literary treasures’ for 50 cents until Jan. 3

The Friends of the Natchitoches Parish Library (FoNPL) invites the community to discover affordable literary treasures at their annual “Season’s Readings” Mini Book Sale, running select days from December 15 through January 3.

JAG members ‘yaming’ it up as they assist the Food Bank

Seventh-grade JAG members from Natchitoches Junior High recently took part in a meaningful community service project at the Food Bank of Central Louisiana, where they worked together to support families in need across the region.

President, CEO sees growth and opportunity for Natchitoches Parish

Laura Lyles is a familiar name to many in Natchitoches, even if they don’t realize it.

Christmas pet safety tips: Keeping companions healthy and stress free

Christmas brings family, friends, and plenty of food to the table — but it can also create unexpected challenges for pets. From tempting treats to bustling gatherings, the holiday can be stressful and, even unsafe, for animals.Dr.

NPSB Central Office ‘stomps’ out hunger at 1st chili cook-off

The Natchitoches Parish School Board’s Central Office proudly wrapped up its canned food drive with the first-ever Chili Cook-Off, embracing this year’s theme: “Stompin’ Out Hunger.

Winnfield native serves with U.S. Navy amphibious command

Story By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marieliza Rosales, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East Petty Officer 1st Class Joshua Joe, a native of Winnfield, , serves the U.S.

Holiday Dressing

2 pounds Jimmy Dean Sausage3 pounds ground beef3 containers Savoy Dressing Mix2 chopped bell peppers3 cups chopped celery3 chopped onions2 cups chopped green onion tops Brown sausage and hamburger meat with bacon grease. Add Savoy Dressing Mix to meat.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

318-352-8898Sunday, Bro. Wayne went out of town, so he asked Bro. Richard Partridge to bring the message. Bro. Richard brought the message from Ephesians 6:12, 18-19, Romans 7:19-25 and Galatians 5:1926.

Church News

A love fund for Richard “Dickie” Adkins has been established at City Bank and Trust, Natchitoches, to help with out-of-pocket expenses related to his hospice care. Richard is known and cared for by many people from all walks of life and from all over town, especially in the music community.

Local men caught in AG’s child predator busts

Attorney General Liz Murrill announces arrest of 67 registered sex offenders in North Louisiana in one of the largest child predator busts in state history.On Thursday, Nov. 18.