Red River Parish Happenings

CALLING ALL 4-HER’S 9 to 15 years old. Would you like to join Shooting Sports and participate in BB?

Red River Parish Arrest Report Oct. 9-15

CPD arrested Lum Allen, 38,on Oct. 10 for domestic abuse battery by strangulation. He posted a $15,000 surety bond.CPD arrested Michael Allen, 43, on Oct. 10 for failure to appear for criminal fines and costs.

Red River Students of Month Recognized

Three students were recognized as Students of the Month at the October meeting of the School Board last week.Harmoni Nash was named from Red River Elementary. She was nominated by kindergarten teacher Heather Wren.

LA 515 bridge over Coushatta Bayou is closed

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning on Monday, Oct. 19, the LA 515 bridge over Coushatta Bayou in Red River Parish is closed until further notice.This bridge is located approximately 1 mile north of the intersection with US 71, about five...

Woman pleads guilty in manslaughter case

District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington announced a 40-year sentence in a recent manslaughter case.

City Council awaiting results of 2 water rate studies

Much of the Oct. 17 City Council meeting centered around discussion following the introduction of Ordinance #37 regarding the use of electric utility revenues to support the city’s water and sewer utilities, including accounting and administration provisions.The Louisiana Water Sector Commission...

FAUNA will administer free annual vaccines; plus rabies ($10) and microchipping ($15)

On Saturday, Oct. 24, FAUNA volunteers will be at Flying Heart Brewery from 9 a,m, to noon. Bring your feline and canine pets to receive a free yearly vaccine. Additionally, a rabies vaccine is $10 and microchipping your pet is $15. Spay/neuter vouchers also available.

Christmas Angels

The 2026 Natchitoches Christmas Angels have been announced for the 100th anniversary of the Natchitoches Christmas Festival. The pageant was held Sunday, Oct. 18. In the front row from left are Eliza Dahl, Natalie Below, Madison Soileau, Nora Briley, and Maesie Williams.

‘Lawyers in Libraries’ will provide legal guidance at NP Library

The Natchitoches Parish Library (NPL) invites residents to bring their legal questions to local attorney Chris Guillet, who will offer free advice on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the 3rd Floor Meeting Room at the NPL Main Branch, 450 Second St. in Natchitoches.The visit is part of...

JUST TALKIN’

The Early Voting period is now underway for the November 3 election. It’s a Tuesday election date so there shouldn’t be a lot schedule conflicts for voters.