Larry W.Cole Sportsman scholarship dinner is Oct. 31 at Fairview Baptist Church

The Larry W. Cole Sportsman Scholarship Dinner will be Saturday, October 31, at 6 p.m. at Fairview Baptist Church for an evening of great food, laughter and giving back to the next generation.

Church News

Mt. Olive Baptist Church is seeking a dedicated, spiritually grounded musician to serve during Sunday worship services and special programs. Must be dependable, musically skilled with the ability to play with excellence and committed to supporting an hour of worship per what honors God.

Commissioner says pay attention to crops affected by hurricane water

Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry Commissioner Mike Strain, D.V.M., says pay close attention to the Federal Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) warnings pertaining to crops exposed to flood waters as a result of Tropical Storm Arthur.

Louisiana Protein Squeeze: Families cut beef, shrink portions and serve more meat-free meals

Louisiana’s Protein Squeeze: Families Cut Beef, Shrink Portions and Serve More Meat-Free Meals.Recent reports have highlighted how rising grocery prices are forcing families to cut back on fresh fruit and vegetables.

Local business helps Spirit of Northwestern Demon Marching Band

The Spirit of Northwestern Demon Marching Band got some relief from the heat this week when two portable evaporative coolers were delivered to the SON Proving Ground next to Prather Coliseum where outdoor rehearsals take place.

Northwestern personnel recognized for service to university

– Northwestern State University recognized several individuals for years of service to the school during the annual Fall Faculty Institute Aug. 10.

Mark Your Calendars! August

Complimentary Downtown Walking Tours of the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m. Depart from the Natchitoches Visitors Center on Front St. Call 318/356-5555 for more information and to book group tours.

‘On Call Week’ recognizes university faculty and personnel with honors

In advance of the school’s 142nd academic year, Northwestern State University personnel began on-call week Monday with the annual Faculty/Staff Institute that included awards, recognitions, introduction of new faculty and President James Genovese’ state of the university address.

La. Homesteader’s Conference Poster Contest has begun

Deadline: September 18, 2026 The winning artwork will: Be featured at the conference, on social media, and other conference promotion outlets Be produced into 16x20 prints to be sold at the conference ($20 per poster) Rules: Any ages can enter Any medium is welcome Absolutely no AIgenerated images...

Riverdale Academy pep rally

Show your Rebel spirit with the first Riverdale Academy pep rally on Friday, Aug. 21.Dress in your best circusinspired attire and help turn Riverdale into the BIG TOP!Be creative, have fun, and remember all outfits must follow school dress code and no inflatable costumes.