Early voting underway for Nov. 15 general election

Early voting in the Nov. 15 Municipal General Election continues through Saturday, Nov. 8 in the Registrar of Voters Office from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The office is located inside the Courthouse at 200 Church St, Natchitoches in Room 103.

Traffic stop turns into 38-mile chase that ends with 2 in hospital

A traffic stop and 38mile vehicle pursuit that ended in a singlevehicle crash on I-49 near Rapides Station in Rapides Parish resulted in the arrests of a male and female suspect, according to Natchitoches Parish Sheriff Stuart Wright.On Wednesday, Oct. 29, at approximately 10:30 a.m.

Red River Sheriff’s Office apprehends Natchitoches suspect

The Red River Parish Sheriff ’s Office has apprehended Ernest Lard, who was wanted by the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office for First Degree Rape.Lard was taken into custody in Red River Parish on Oct. 31, at approximately 5:32 p.m. without incident.

NPD arrests woman for alleged part in shooting on South Drive

The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Saturday evening on South Drive. On Oct. 25 around 8:55 p.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 1800 block of South Drive in reference to gunshots in the area.

Lions Club hears about educational opportunities for young children

The Natchitoches Lions Club welcomed representatives from the Natchitoches Parish Early Childhood Network (NPECN) to share updates on how local partnerships are strengthening educational opportunities for young children in our parish.

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS & EVENTS

OngoingThe State Fair of Louisiana in Shreveport continues through Nov. 16. Hours are Wednesday – Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Closed Monday & Tuesday.

Be sure seats are right size for infants and children

Car seats and booster seats provide protection for infants and children in a crash, but it’s important to make sure your child is in the right seat for their age and size – and that the seat is installed correctly.

Northwestern State

As we move into November, the energy across campus continues to reflect Northwestern’s strong sense of community and purpose. From regional partnerships and student achievements to campus traditions and outreach, the past week offered many reasons to be proud of our university family.

Ode to Clementine

556 Parish residents owed money for unclaimed property

The names of 556 Natchitoches Parish residents who are owed money from the State of Louisiana are published in today’s newspaper.