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School Board announces fall registration dates

The Natchitoches Parish School Board (NPSB) has announced registration for the 2025–2026 school year is officially open. Parents and guardians are encouraged to register early to ensure a smooth and successful start to the upcoming school year.

Students named to honor rolls

Olivia Wild Gillis earned a 4.0 GPA in the spring 2025 semester, securing a reputable position on Southern Arkansas University’s President’s List.Gillis is a junior Psychology major with a minor in Entrepreneurship (Non-Business) from Natchitoches, LA.

Fireworks ban exists certain hours

The Natchitoches Police Department reminds the public of City Ordinance Sec. 10-74.1 (Ban of use of fireworks during certain time periods and for certain hours).Fireworks may be used from June 25 through July 10 and can be shot from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and from 8a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekends.

Northwestern State

June 29As we approach the midpoint of summer, I want to thank each of you for the energy and dedication you continue to bring to our campus and our students. Important progress is underway across all areas of the university, and I am pleased to share a few key updates from this past week.