In the spotlight for Black History Month

Bonita Grace Moses, a native of Natchitoches, was not only the youngest sibling but also the only girl, along with four brothers, born to Elena Moses.She was reared by her mother and her grandmother Georgiana Moses, in a small three-room house.Today, Moses is an author, teacher and mother of three.

Black inventors, scientists

Without Black inventors and scientists, our modern life would be less convenient and a lot more boring.From outer space to our lunch plates, we owe a debt to these geniuses and their work.LEWIS LATIMERBorn in Massachusetts in 1848, Lewis Howard Latimer invented such items as the evaporative air...

JAG students have ‘unforgettable experience at LSU Women’s game

Natchitoches Junior High JAG members recently attended the LSU vs. Alabama women’s basketball game, an unforgettable experience that combined excitement, and meaningful student exposure.From the moment they entered the arena, the member were immersed in an electric atmosphere filled with roaring...

Legacy of Steel Magnolias continues with unveiling of bloom sculpture

The unveiling of the newest Natchitoches in Bloom sculpture, Magnolia, honoring the story and legacy of Steel Magnolias took place Thursday at Susan Harling Robinson Memorial Park located at the corner of Pine and Cypress streets.Hanna Fulton created the art that was fabricated by NSU professor of...

Spring dance concert set

NSU's Department of Theatre and Dance presents its spring dance concert, Dancescapes, in the A.A. Fredericks Auditorium Feb. 19-21.. Performance time is 7:30 p.m. each evening with a 2 p.m. performance on Feb 21 Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for children and senior citizens.

Red River Happenings

Library NewsChildren’s Story Time is Fridays at 10 a.m.; Adult Bingo is the second Tuesday at 1 p.m.; Genealogy meetings are the third Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Red River Parish Library serves over 9,000 residents by providing magazines, books, movies, computer access and programs for all...

Masterful speller

Riverdale Academy 8th grader Brylee Halbmaier recently placed 5th at the MAIS Overall Spelling Bee in Jackson, MS. She is the daughter of Jake and Jonna Halbmaier.

Winning Perennials for Your Gardens

When creating a new garden or looking for new additions, check out the Perennial Plants of the Year (PPOY).

Mark Your Calendars! January

OngoingA 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.

Remembering two-sport standout Jim Willis First Demon to reach MLB

Military service as World War II ended interrupted Jim Willis’ two-sport Northwestern State athletic career, but nothing could sever the deep-seated admiration he had for his alma mater.Willis, Northwestern’s first Major League Baseball player, passed away Saturday at 98 near his longtime home of...