African Americans and Labor

When it comes to Black history and culture, work is central to it.Whether talking about the unpaid labor provided by enslaved Africans to today’s focus on entrepreneurship and fighting against economic injustice, labor is an important part of the discussion.

NORTHWEATERN STATE

Feb. 9 – Tennis vs. North Texas, Jack Fisher Lady Demon Complex, 11 a.m.Feb. 9 - Modern In Motion, Riverside Reserve, 2 p.m.Feb. 11 – Tennis vs. LSU-Alexandria, Jack Fisher Lady Demon Complex, 2 p.m.Feb. 11 - NSU Chamber Orchestra Concert, Magale Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m. # Feb.

Small changes can boost your health

Ever feel guilty about not hitting health goals? Good news: even small changes can boost your health! Here are some tips from Harvard Health to make your New Year’s resolutions stick: - Dream big but take small steps.- Reflect and learn from setbacks.- Know your reasons for making a change.

LSU AgCenter will sponsor plant sales in several statewide events

The LSU AgCenter has announced garden shows happening throughout Louisiana beginning this month.Statewide Seed Swap and Sale, Feb. 8 Southern Forest Heritage Museum 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Baton Rouge Spring Garden Show, March 7 to 9 John M. Parker Coliseum on LSU campus Fri, 5 to 8 p.m., Sat, 9 a.m.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Bro. Wayne Salley brought the message from Matthew 6:16-23. He started out by saying there is no sin in heaven. The only way to heaven is by the Son. He said that you have to listen to God. Simon Peter told Jesus that He is the Christ the Son of the living God.

Dahlia Combinations for Gardens and Bouquets

Dahlias come in various colors, shapes, and sizes making them easy to include in any garden, container, and bouquet. Grow them in their own dedicated space, mix them with other flowers, or plant a few at the end of the vegetable garden.

Natchitoches Jr. High JAG members show support for others through blanket drive

Natchitoches Jr. High JAG (Jobs for America’s Graduates) members kicked off the new year with a heartfelt community service initiative by organizing a blanket drive throughout January.

Deteriorating junior high prompts school board to consider changes

The Natchitoches Parish School Board has a $16.4 million to $40 million problem. A possible solution was discussed during the board’s committee meeting on Tuesday.T he problem is the condition of Natchitoches Jr. High School, which is 68 years old.

Provencal schools finalist in national award

The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NITE) announced on Feb. 4 that Provencal Elementary/ Junior High School won $10,000 for its selection as a finalist for the NIET Founder’s Award.

JUST TALKIN’

Hasn’t the weather this week been wonderful? JT actually saw quite a few people enjoying the outdoors with activities. It’s hard to believe the ole groundhog saw his shadow meaning another six weeks of winter.