Exchange Bank Donation

NPSO swears in 5 deputies who will begin training

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office welcomed five new deputies this week during a swearing- in ceremony conducted by Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court David Stamey.

Billy Benefield Jr. announces re-election bid for school Board

.With strong support from my family, constituents and colleagues I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for re-election to the Natchitoches Parish School Board, District 4.In past few years, the Natchitoches Parish School Board has seen remarkable growth and progress.

‘Barbie’ Page seeks re-election to District 1 School Board seat

Barbara “Barbie” Page Announces Re-Election Campaign for Natchitoches Parish School Board, District 1.Four years ago, when the District 1 seat became available, I decided to run for the Natchitoches Parish School Board.

FAUNA Bath Day

Employment quarterly statistics for 2nd quarter generally positive

Leaders for a Better Louisiana today released its Quarterly Economic Update on Louisiana, a data-driven review of how the state’s economy performed in the second quarter of 2026 relative to its 15 Southern peers. The picture it paints is generally positive, though not without some caution flags.

Secretary praises Cassidy’s bill to support spouses of veterans lost to suicide

BATON ROUGE, La. — The Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs (LDVA) applauds U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D.

Knights of Columbus Council 1357 share fish fry profits

The Natchitoches Knights of Columbus Council 1357 raised $3,400 with their annual fish fry. This year they teamed with Magee’s Patio Restaurant and 3-J’s Four Way.Restaurant owner Knight John Abraham offered his services to cook over 680 meals, donating $5 of each sold.

State Treasurer urges President to take action on unclaimed U.S. Savings Bonds

Louisiana State Treasurer Dr. John Fleming, M.D., joined 29 other members of the State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF) by signing a letter urging President Donald Trump and the U.S. Treasury Department to take action to reunite Americans with approximately $39 billion in unclaimed U.S.

There’s still time to win big in NPL’s summer Reading Program

Natchitoches Parish Library (NPL) patrons of every age still have time to complete their Summer Reading Program goals, with prizes, drawings, and a free t-shirt or tote on the line before the reading logbook closes Friday, July 31st.