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Parish residents 60+ invited to join HEAL wellness program

Natchitoches Parish residents age 60 and older are encouraged to get involved with a new wellness initiative presented by Northwestern State University’s School of Kinesiology in partnership with the Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging.The project is funded by a Healthy Eating, Active Living...

City putting grant to work

The City of Natchitoches is putting recently awarded Clearance and Demolition Grant funding to work. The grant provides l resources to remove structures that have deteriorated beyond repair and may pose safety, health, environmental, or neighborhood concerns.

Touline will close Tuesday

The City of Natchitoches announces the upcoming closure of Touline Street at its intersection with Second Street, as part of the ongoing project to replace the existing deteriorated concrete pavement on Second Street.This closure, which is necessary for tying in the new concrete pavement to the...

Free patriotic concert will open symphony season

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present six concerts and be part of the annual Christmas Gala during its 61st season, which begins on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Dr. Douglas Bakenhus is the musical director of the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra.

JUST TALKIN’

A lot of events have been going on lately with the start of school, football and after school activities…it’s time for a long weekend. A threeday weekend is just a few days ahead…Labor Day. It’s designated as the first Monday in September to honor the achievements and contributions of the workers.

NSU announces tenure and promotions

Northwestern State University has granted tenure to 11 faculty members and 21 faculty have received promotions effective with the start of the 2026-27 academic year, according to Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Greg Handel.

Provencal Fall Festival Pageant winners named

The Provencal Fall Festival Pageant is excited to announce the crowning of its new queen and royal court. Miss Layla Brown of Natchitoches will reign as the queen.These lovely young ladies will serve as ambassadors for the village throughout the coming year.

JUST TALKIN’

A lot of events have been going on lately with the start of school, football and after school activities… it’s time for a long weekend.A three-day weekend is just a few days ahead…Labor Day. It’s designated as the first Monday in September to honor the achievements and contributions of the workers.

District Attorney congratulates LDAA Shield of Justice Awards winners

Natchitoches Parish District Attorney Billy Joe Harrington congratulated House Appropriations Committee Chairman Jack McFarland and Senate Finance Committee Chairman Glen Womack on receiving the Louisiana District Attorneys Association’s 2026 Shield of Justice Award.The award recognizes legislators...