Labor Day message is personal

Monday, law enforcement officials from around Louisiana presented a determined and unified message that, at times, became personal during the kickoff for the Labor Day Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

NPSO Arrests

Aug. 13-16 1. Rodice Dubois, 51 (wm), arrested for DWI, driving on roadway laned for traffic2. Justin Freeman, 43 (wm), failure to appear3. Richard Gold, 57 (bm), cruelty to juveniles – minor injuries4. Brandon Grant, 45 (bm), failure to appear5.

Natchitoches Treasures nominations can be found online or at City Hall

The City of Natchitoches is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Natchitoches Treasures. This distinguished recognition honors residents of retirement age who have made a lasting impact on the community through their generosity, service, volunteerism, and community spirit.

U.S. Air Force ‘Musical Ambassadors concert to be at Magale Recital Hall

The United States Air Force Band of the West will present a concert at Northwestern State University on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free, but tickets are required.Tickets can be reserved at https://www.eventbrite.

United Way of Northwest Louisiana suggests honoring Dolly with books

— United Way of Northwest Louisiana (UWNWLA) joins communities around the world in mourning the loss of Dolly Parton, whose life, generosity, music, and commitment to children touched generations.For UWNWLA Dolly’s legacy is especially meaningful.

Northwestern State

Here is a look at the week of Aug. 16-22 at Northwestern State University.Aug. 16 – Registration for fall semester available at vic.nsula.edu Aug. 16 – New Student Convocation, A.A. Fredericks Auditorium, 5 p.m.Aug. 17 – Start of fall semester Aug. 17-25 – Late registration for fall semester Aug.

Northwestern State

The first week of the fall semester brought renewed energy and excitement to our campuses as students returned to the classroom and reconnected with the Northwestern community. I am grateful to our faculty and staff for the preparation, care and enthusiasm that made the opening week so successful.

JUST TALKIN’

It wasn’t what we wanted for the start of the season…but it was a good game for spectators.The Demons dropped their opener against Louisiana College Thursday night, 42-37. There were plenty of good plays…and some not so good ones on both sides.

United Way of Northwest Louisiana distributed about 6,700 free books in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Dear Editor:Following the heartbreaking news of Dolly Parton’s passing, United Way of Northwest Louisiana is encouraging our community to honor her legacy by supporting the children she cared so deeply about.

City Council in a quandary while murals maks headway

The controversial mural on St. Denis Street will get to stay and the owners must pay a fine of $1,650 after the City Council overturned a decision by the Historic District Commission (HDC) at the Council meeting Monday. But the decision will only bring about more problems.