Natchez Business Burns

Natchez Business Burns

‘Flytrap’ evaluates unmanned systems, drones, on battlefield

The U.S and British armies worked side by side to evaluate the effectiveness of systems meant to counter the effects of unmanned aerial systems on the battlefield this week.

Over 500 new laws are effective from darker window tint to night frogging

Over 500 new Louisiana laws passed during the 2025 Regular Legislative Session. Here’s some that took effect Aug. 1.• Act 24 Implements penalties for certain traffic offenses, including slow left lane drivers.•Act 107 Clarifies the rules for traffic camera citations.

Cane River Waterway Commission Funds NSU Scholarship

Cane River Waterway Commission Funds NSU Scholarship

Back-to-school Expos will be at Johnson Center, Silhouette

Getting them Ready Committee comprised of Krewe of The 9-Mardi Gras krewe and various community partners are hosting the annual Back-to-School Expo. Sunday, Aug. 3, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. at e Ben D. Johnson Educational Center and Silhouette Barber Shop located at 400 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

JUST TALKIN’

In Louisiana your choices of a political affiliation just got smaller.As of August 1…you are can no longer be an Independent. You still have the option however, to register as a Democrat, a Republican or No Party.

Companies in critical sectors can win high impact jobs grants

A new state program designed to boost highpaying employment in Louisiana officially launched this month, offering grants to companies in sectors deemed critical to the state’s economy — including energy and advanced manufacturing — while excluding industries like gaming, retail, and solar farms.

Natchitoches youth gain career skills through summer work program

The City of Natchitoches launched a twomonth youth employment program that ran from June through July.The initiative provided jobs for 30 local high school students, giving them hands-on experience working in city departments while encouraging community involvement and professional growth.

Federal Highway Administration awards Safe Streets $870,000 grant to improve road safety for users

Natchitoches Mayor Ronnie Williams, Jr., announces that a grant agreement has been executed with the Federal Highway Administration for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Demonstration project that was awarded to the City in 2024.

Why join Natchitoches Parish School Board?

As the first day of school on Aug. 6 quickly approaches, the Natchitoches Parish School Board is looking to fill several key teaching positions across its 12 diverse schools.