JUST TALKIN’

If you are among the lucky ones to be off on Monday-Memorial Day, JT hopes you enjoy the time with family and friends.Remember…it’s about honoring those who gave their lives in the service of our country.You can take in a Memorial Day Remembrance Monday at 10 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park.

Bill to limit appeals of convictions advances in House

The House Appropriations Committee on Monday advanced two major criminal justice bills, including a post-conviction change that could cost the state more than $4 million next year.House Bill 675, by Rep.

Man sentenced to 65 years for enticing Natchitoches minor

Acting United States Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook announced that Stephen Andrew Cipkin, 38, a former tutor from Suffolk County in New York, has been sentenced by United States District Judge Dee D.

NSU Middle Lab announces honor roll students for final 9 weeks

NSU Middle Lab would like to acknowledge the following students for their hard work during the last 9 weeks of school.

La DOTD will inspect 2 bridges over Cane River on May 23

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), advises the public that on Friday, May 23, , from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. , weather permitting, Bridge on LA 1 over Cane River will be reduced to one lane for routine bridge inspection. The bridge is located near Chopin, 0.

Area graduates earn degrees from McNeese State University

McNeese State University conferred degrees on 624 graduates during two ceremonies for the university’s 164th commencement May 9, in McNeese’s Legacy Center.

Natchitoches Crime Stoppers could have reward for arrest in hit & run

The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating a hit and run crash that occurred last month and are asking the public for assistance in identifying a suspect.On April 27, around 1:22 p.m.

NPSO Arrests

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office Arrests for May 8-141. Quanterreonna Armstrong, 22 (bf), arrested for simple criminal damage to property2. Jermesha Harts, 36 (bf), arrested for simple burglary3. James Pennington, 20 (wm), arrested for fugitive from other jurisdiction 4.

SWAT Team, NPD, State Police quell ‘dangerous and dynamic situation’

On the evening of Thursday, May 15, a coordinated response by multiple law enforcement agencies resulted in the peaceful apprehension of a suspect following a vehicle pursuit, armed carjacking, and hostage situation in Natchitoches Parish according to Natchitoches Parish Sheriff Stuart Wright.

Northwestern State

As we close the spring semester, I want to reflect on recent highlights that celebrate the achievements of our students, faculty, alumni, and campus community.Spring CommencementCommencement is one of the most joyful and meaningful traditions we celebrate at Northwestern.