Honor the history and meanng of the American Flag

Flag Day takes place every year on June 14, in honor of the adoption of the American flag in 1777. To celebrate Flag Day, get a high-quality American flag and display it in a prominent location outside of your home. Raise the flag at sunrise and lower it at sunset to adhere to the U.S. Flag Code.

Red, White and Blue

The flag’s 13 red and white stripes represent the 13 original colonies. Its 50 white stars on a blue background represent the 50 states.

The 13 folds of the U.S. Flag

If you’ve ever attended a military funeral, perhaps you noticed that the honor guards pay meticulous attention to folding the U.S. flag that once draped the casket. Guards make crisp, precise folds a total of 13 times to complete the ceremony.

Flag Etiquette

While the American flag makes a beautiful decor option, it’s important to follow proper flag etiquette when displaying it. The flag should never touch the ground, water, or any surface beneath it.

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS & EVENTS

OngoingNatchitoches Parish Library Summer Reading Program Children’s performance Schedule Riverbank Stage at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

New Marthaville principal exhibits experience and leadership

The Natchitoches Parish School Board announces the appointment of Andrew Newman as the new principal of Marthaville Elementary and Junior High School.Newman brings over a decade of experience in education, leadership and coaching.

City waterline improvements will continue on South Williams

Residents who live on streets in the South Williams Avenue area of the city will be glad to know the utility department is working to fight discolored water.

Parish President says his plan will save money for roads

In the continuing story about garbage and waste collection in the Parish, Parish President John Salter has outlined details of his plan to take the service in-house and has offered more information.

JUST TALKIN’

Bits and pieces while waiting for the LSU Tigers first action in the College World Series.…Saturday, June 14, is Flag Day. That’s the day in 1777 the design for the American Flag was approved.

Flag Disposal

Flag Disposal