Save the Date: America 250 event by Fort and Cane River DAR chapter

Save the Date of Sept. 26 when Natchitoches will continue to observe America 250 with a patriotic celebration of an historic event at 9:30 a.m.Fort St.

Local financial advisor arrested, is free on $300,000 bond

A longtime Natchitoches businessman was arrested late last week on theft, exploitation of the infirmed, illegal transfer of monetary funds and money laundering.David A.

Bill delivers new benefits and protection to La. veterans

The 2026 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature has adjourned, and the Governor has completed action on the enacted measures below. One additional measure affecting surviving spouses will go before Louisiana voters this fall as a proposed constitutional amendment.

New Deputies Sworn In

Exchange Bank Donation

NPSO swears in 5 deputies who will begin training

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office welcomed five new deputies this week during a swearing- in ceremony conducted by Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court David Stamey.

Billy Benefield Jr. announces re-election bid for school Board

.With strong support from my family, constituents and colleagues I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for re-election to the Natchitoches Parish School Board, District 4.In past few years, the Natchitoches Parish School Board has seen remarkable growth and progress.

‘Barbie’ Page seeks re-election to District 1 School Board seat

Barbara “Barbie” Page Announces Re-Election Campaign for Natchitoches Parish School Board, District 1.Four years ago, when the District 1 seat became available, I decided to run for the Natchitoches Parish School Board.

FAUNA Bath Day

Employment quarterly statistics for 2nd quarter generally positive

Leaders for a Better Louisiana today released its Quarterly Economic Update on Louisiana, a data-driven review of how the state’s economy performed in the second quarter of 2026 relative to its 15 Southern peers. The picture it paints is generally positive, though not without some caution flags.