La. Endowment for the Humanities gives Folk Festival $8,000

With support from the State of Louisiana in 2025, the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities awarded $65,000 in funds to cultural organizations throughout the state including one to Northwestern State university.Natchitoches- NSU Folk Festival received a grant for $8,000.

Northwestern State

As we move into August, I want to thank each of you for your continued commitment to preparing for the start of a new academic year. Excitement is building across our campuses and community, and your efforts to create a welcoming and engaging environment for our students are truly appreciated .

Coast Guard celebrates 235 years protecting nation’s waterways

The Coast Guard was established as the Revenue-Marine, Aug. 4, 1790, when President George Washington signed a bill drafted by Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton, authorizing the construction of 10 cutters that would be part of the Treasury Department.

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS & EVENTS

OngoingFAUNA bath the dogs day is Aug. 9, Sept. 13 and Oct. 11 at Tractor Supply from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Baths for dogs under 60 pounds cost $10; $15 for larger dogs. Nail clipping and anal glands are $10 each.

National Weather Service recognizes local weather service observer for 30 years of reporting weather news

Local Weather Observer Wiley Butler was recently honored with a 30 Year Service Award from the National Weather Service. On Wednesday, July 23, Brad Bryant, manager in charge of operations, and Aaron Steven’s, Observing Program Leader with the National Weather Service presented.

Drug enforcement unit makes 1 ICE arrest with others in July

The Natchitoches Parish Drug Enforcement Unit conducted numerous operations throughout July, resulting in multiple arrests related to drug offenses, firearm violations, and other criminal activities.

NSU Long Purple Line

Northwestern State University will induct seven new members into its Alumni Hall of Distinction, the Long Purple Line, as part of the homecoming celebration Oct. 3-4. The inductees are, first row from left, the late Robert Crew, Dr. Marcus Jones of Winnfield and Lee Posey of Natchitoches.

Man gets 9 years after guilty plea for felony theft

District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington announced a guilty plea July 22 in a felony theft case.Brandon Leron Garrett, 48, of Natchitoches, pleaded guilty to felony theft in connection with a series of unauthorized purchases made at a local business.

JUST TALKIN’

JT finds all the hoopa- la about the cancellation of a late night television show amusing.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

The Parish of Natchitoches Office of Community Services (OCS) announces funds are available to help low-income households in Natchitoches Parish stay safe and cool in the summer by helping with home cooling bills.To request an appointment for help call 318/357-2220 on Monday, Aug.