M.R. Weaver principal is semi-finalist in Principal of the Year competition

The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) announced this week the teachers, principals, and early childhood leaders who are one step closer to being named the state’s overall honorees.

Boil advisory lifted

The City of Natchitoches’ Distribution System would like to notify the public that the Boil Advisory issued for St. Claire Avenue (from David Circle to Ledet Dr.) and Whitfield Drive (from Ledet Dr. to E. 5th) on Monday, March 17, has been lifted.

Texas Strett reopens

The City of Natchitoches announces that Texas Street has reopened to traffic. Texas Street was closed just east of the Highway 1 Bypass on Monday, March 17, to allow for emergency repairs to a damaged sewer main. The necessary repairs have been completed, and normal traffic flow has resumed. 

Sibley Lake reopens

The City of Natchitoches announces that Sibley Lake has reopened. On March 15, the boat ramps on Sibley Lake were closed due to high water levels.

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Deputies and multiple units from Natchitoches Parish Fire Protection

On Sunday, March 16, at 1:29pm, Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Deputies and multiple units from Natchitoches Parish Fire Protection District #5 responded to NATCOM 911 Center reports on a structure fire with possible entrapment in the 100 block of Lewis Loop in Natchez according to the Natchitoches...

ACE serves over 80 juniors and seniors for workforce readiness

Northwestern State University’s Healthcare Academic and Career Exploration (ACE) project served over 80 high school juniors and seniors Feb. 28 during the sixth workforce readiness event of the academic year.

The Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches

Ask Rusty:

Dear Rusty: Is there any way I can get out of paying the $185 I am told will be taken out of my Social Security for Medicare Part B when I turn 65? We pay for Medicare all our working lives, and now I have to pay a monthly premium for insurance that only covers 80%.

Texas Street closure

The City of Natchitoches announces Texas Street is closed to all traffic at a location just east of the intersection of the Highway 1 Bypass for emergency repairs to a damaged sewer main.

Nature lovers can meet for day of fellowship, fun and food

Briarwood Caroline Dormon Nature Preserve annual spring picnic “Bloom & Brush,” the largest fundraiser of year, is Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.. Cost is $50 for adults; $10 for ages 13-18; free for those under 12.