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LaDOTD will work on La. 117

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Monday, Dec. 8 , construction will begin on LA 117 in Natchitoches Parish. This work will begin 0.5 miles south of Bellwood and continue North until the intersection of LA 117 and LA 120.

NORTHWEATERN STATE

Here is a look at the week of Dec. 7-13 at Northwestern State University.Sept. 2 – Dec. 18 — Exhibit celebrating the 85th anniversary of the Louisiana Collection, Cammie G. Henry Research Center, Watson Library Oct. 27 – Jan.

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Northwestern State University’s Faculty AI

Northwestern State University’s Faculty AI Club hosted a panel on Artificial Intelligence Nov. 18 to explore how AI is rapidly impacting teaching, research and society as a whole.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office Arrests

Nov. 13-30 1. Romero Sumra, 35 (bm), simple battery 2. Salomon Torres, Jr., 33 (wm), simple battery, extortion 3. Sabrina Aaron, 40 (bf), possession of schedule II, possession of drug paraphernalia, following vehicles too closely, fugitive from other jurisdiction 4.

Meet your neighbor: Ty Gray

At 21 years old Ty Gary has already built a life rooted in service, community, and opportunity, much of which he found after moving to Natchitoches in 2022.Originally from Elton, Gary grew up in a large family with five sisters and two brothers.

Stay safe when decorating for the holidays

As families prepare their homes for the holidays, the LSU AgCenter’s LaHouse Research and Education Center encourages residents to keep safety at top of mind while choosing decor.Holiday decor, especially lights, trees and inflatables can increase fire risks if not managed properly.

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.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Old Bethel members sang happy birthday to Dorothy Gibson, Liz Durr and Malcolm Durr. Those having birthdays in November not present were Don Montet, Taran Smith, Judy Montet and Bo Walker.Sunday, Bro.