Students see how government works

A large group of students and faculty from Northwestern State University’s Department of Social Work got a close look at the workings of state government and the importance of advocacy during a two-day visit to Baton Rouge April 23-24.

A Message From President James T. Genovese

As we enter the final stretch of the spring semester, I want to thank each of you for the energy and commitment you bring to our students and our university community.This time of year is filled with celebrations and milestones that remind us of the important work we do together each day.

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS & EVENTS

OngoingVoices 4 Autism is offering a Chair Fitness Class geared toward older active adults or anyone who needs a low impact class to stay strong and mobile.The free weekly class is held Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. at the MLK Recreational Center dance studio. Instructor is Ms. RM Reilford.

NPD searching for suspect in attempted 2nd degree murder

Natchitoches Police is looking for a attempted seconddegree murder suspect.On May 1, around 5:54 p.m., officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 5000 block of University Parkway at the Whataburger in reference to gunshots in the area.

Drug and weapons charges filed against driver who surrenders

The Natchitoches Police Department arrested Yepremian Zeno, 29, of Natchitoches for Possession of a Firearm by a Person Convicted of Certain Felonies, 17 counts of Illegal Carrying of Weapons in the Presence of CDS, Stop Signs, Illegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm, three counts of Possession of...

Stranded motorist ends up arrested

Natchitoches Parish deputies arrested a Robeline woman on felony drug charges. On May 2, at approximately 1:07 p.m. deputies were patrolling on I-49 near milepost #140 north of Natchitoches when they observed a disabled motorist parked on the shoulder with emergency flashers on.

Task Force looks to community for help with homicide cases

The Natchitoches Violent Crimes Task Force is urging the community to assist in solving critical homicide investigations that have remained unresolved. We believe that public engagement will be essential in bringing justice to the victims and their families.Laterrion Mitchell Homicide – On Dec.

Social Work at the Capitol

Committee hears 3 bills on insurance

Louisiana lawmakers are moving forward with proposals they say could help reduce the cost of insurance in the state, which has some of the highest rates in the country.

JUST TALKIN’

JT read where there’s a bill to give the governor more input on 32 of the state’s occupational licensing boards and commissions. As it is now, the governor appoints some members to the board but from a list of recommended candidates supplied by their trade organizations.