Northwestern State

I hope this message finds you well as we approach the final days of the spring semester. It has been a busy and exciting time on campus, with many events highlighting the achievements of our students, faculty, and community partners.

NSU’s Gallaspy College of Education & Human Development recognizes students at spring honors convocation

Northwestern State University’s Gallaspy College of Education and Human Development recognized outstanding students during an honors convocation April 7.

2 FAUNA faundraisers planned

Mark your Calendar! The first FAUNA Dog Wash & Nail clipping of the season is Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tractor Supply. Baths are $10; over 60 pounds $15. Nails cost $10; anal gland expression $10.Then, help raise additional dollars for Natchitoches animals.

Little Eva Plantation Spring Fling

Artisans, plants, crafts, jewelry, food, fresh vegetables and animals galore were hand for family and friends to enjoy at Little Eva Plantation’s Spring Fling Saturday.

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.

‘Hard flush’ of water system underway

Greg Roberts Fire Hydrant Repair and Supply will conduct a hard flush on the water system through Friday, May 9, throughout the City of Natchitoches.The purpose of this process is to clean out the water lines.

Governor and commissioner disagree about insurance rates

Gov. Jeff Landry and Louisiana insurance commissioner Tim Temple are at odds over how to fix the state’s insurance cost crisis—one of the most important issues being debated in the 2025 legislative session.

JUST TALKIN’

JT got a call earlier this week telling him he just had to listen to the Monday evening City Council meeting on YouTube.Wow…they were right. To coin the phrase from the Music Man “-We’ve got trouble, right here in River City and it starts with a P.

Cancer screening dates listed

The Cenla Medication Access Program’s Cancer Screening Mobile Unit will visit Natchitoches Parish on May 20-21 to offer free breast, colorectal and cervical cancer screenings for eligible Central Louisiana residents.

Unique treasures will be at Melrose Arts and Crafts Festival

Experience the magic of handcrafted wonders at the Melrose Arts & Crafts Festival May 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p,m. and May 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.