Man arrested for firing shots

The Natchitoches Police Department has arrested Desmond Williams, 18, of Natchitoches for illegal possession of a firearm, aggravated criminal damage to property and discharging a firearm within the city limits.On Dec, 18, 2025 around 10:07 a.m.

Angola Prison Rodeo tickets make great Christmas stocking stuffers

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections announces tickets are on sale for the Angola Prison Rodeo, which is set for April 18 and 19 at Louisiana State Penitentiary.A general admission rodeo ticket is $20 per day. The arena gates will open at 8 a.m. and the rodeo will start at 2 p.

LDWF says Avian Influenza causing mortality in wild birds in state

H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) is causing mortalities in wild birds in Louisiana, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) announced. Most mortalities have been detected in southwest Louisiana.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Arrests

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office Arrests Nov.13-Dec. 17 1. Romero Sumra, 35 (bm), simple battery2. Salomon Torres, Jr., 33 (wm), simple battery, extortion3.

From Gulf to Gumbo: Louisiana’s culinary spirit to shine in 2026 Tournament of Roses New Year’s Celebration

Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Office of Tourism has announced the float riders and performers who will represent Louisiana in the 2026 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

Interested in growing fruit trees?

Late fall and winter are prime time for planting trees in Louisiana. If you’re interested in adding some fruit trees to your landscape, you should first familiarize yourself with the concept of chilling hours.“Chilling hours is probably the No.

The Christmas Story

Christmas: a season filled with holiday lights, togetherness with family and friends, and the joy of giving and receiving gifts. As the popular song by Andy Williams says, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.”However, there is another reason why this time of year is so special.

Louisiana gets $15 million for literacy study

The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) has been awarded $15 million to lead a multi-year study on increasing the impact of high-dosage tutoring for students in Louisiana and across the nation. This competitive grant, awarded through the U.S.

Christmas Festival Schedule

The Christmas Festival is cashless. NO cash accepted at ticket booths or by festival vendors. No green tickets.Saturday, Dec. 27FREE Admission to Front St and Downtown Riverbank10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Holiday Kids Fest on Downtown Riverbank $7 p.m.

Merry Christmas---Memories

As Christmas approaches, familiar traditions and treasured memories resurface throughout Natchitoches. From childhood moments downtown to lifechanging family milestones, four residents say the memories they cherish most are rooted in togetherness, tradition and the quiet magic of the season.