Wins Bankers’ Scholarship

Grambling State Alumni will meet

Local Grambling State University alumni will host its annual National College (signing) Decision Day on Thursday, May 1 at, 6 p.m.in the Community Commons Area at the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center,400 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr., Natchitoches.

Planting a Pinwheel CASA Garden

Chris Washington, (CASA of Central LA), Kenny Thomas (City Bank & Trust), Iris Lilly (CASA of Central LA) planted a Pinwheel Garden to remind everyone that a child deserves a safe and nurturing home.

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.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Bro. Wayne Salley brought the message from Mark 8:34. After reading the scripture, he said sometimes the cross is misunderstood. The cross is a symbol of grace. Then he quoted John 3:16. We must deny ourselves and follow Jesus. We must put God first above everyone.Then he read Titus l:6.

Bill Gaither Vocal Band will stop in Alexandria on current tour

Multi-Grammy Award winning recording artist, Bill Gaither is in the midst of his LOVE LIKE I’M LEAVING Tour. Tour dates include a stop at Calvary Baptist Church, located at 5011 Jackson Street in Alexandria on Thursday, May 1. Concert begins at 7 p.m.

Demon Brothers’ Crawfest

The April 26 party begins at 2 p.m.at Donald Horton Demon Alley tailgate field. There will be a trio of live bands. as well as live and silent auction. Jambalaya will be available, too..Cost is $50 for all you can eat crawfish or two tickets for $90 when purchased ahead of the event.

NPD makes arrests in Nov. 2024 homicide on Lakeview Dr.

The Natchitoches Police Department has arrested Alvin Holden, 26, of Natchitoches and Wilma Carter, 43, of Natchitoches for a homicide that occurred Nov. 10, 2024 in the 500 block of Lakeview Dr.On April 16 around 9:33 p.m.

NPSO Impact team continues efforts to reduce crime

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Impact Team continues efforts in reducing criminal activity in Natchitoches Parish according to Sheriff Stuart Wright.

Juveniles nabbed for stealing packages off porch

The Natchitoches Police Department has arrested three juveniles for stealing packages from the front porch of a residence on Second Street On April 16, 2025 around 3:34 p.m.