Float riders named

Lt. Gov Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Office of Tourism announced the float riders and performers chosen to represent the state in the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, California.

Catholic Daughter of the Year given for dedication and service

The Catholic Daughters organization recently honored Anne Taylor as the Catholic Daughter of the Year for 2024.The award was presented at the annual CDA/Knights of Columbus Christmas Social.This recognition is given every year to one member for their dedication and service to the CDA organization.

Parish Council will consider ordinances and resolution at its meeting Monday

The Natchitoches Parish Council will meet Monday, Dec. 16 at 5:30 in the Council Board Meeting Room 211 of the Natchitoches Parish Courthouse.The Council will have invited guests and then hear reports from department heads and Parish President.

Northwestern State

Here is a look at the week of Dec. 15-21 at Northwestern State University.Dec. 15 – Jan. 12 — Early registration for spring 2025 semester through NSU Connect Dec. 15- 20 — “Caroline Dormon: The Seasons of Her Life,” Cammie G. Henry Research Center, Watson Library Dec.

Sheriff announces promotion to patrol Shift C commander

Sheriff Stuart Wright i announces the promotion of Dep. Brandon Remo to the rank of deputy lieutenant in the NPSO Patrol Operations Bureau.Remo, a 16-year-veteran of the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office ,is a member of Natchitoches SWAT.

BESE board names officers

The Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has elected its Board officers for 2025. Members re-elected District 6 BESE member Ronnie Morris president, elected District 4 member Stacey Melerine vice president, and elected District 7 member Kevin Berken secretary-treasurer.

Billy Cannon: ‘They Called Him Legend’ will open at Capitol Museum

Capitol Park Museum and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser announce the opening of a new exhibit looking at the life of Louisiana football legend Billy Cannon.

Fire Department introduces Capt. Ash who will promote fire safety and education

Capt. Ash is the new mascot for the Natchitoches Fire Department. He was introduced to the City Council and public at the Council meeting Dec. 9.The City and the Natchitoches Fire Department are recipients of this year’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG).

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Malcolm and I had to leave early from church to attend a baby shower for Bridget and Oliver Henry at Bellwood Baptist Church. We had finger foods and played games. Then Bridget opened the presents for the baby. She received lots of nice baby gifts.

Church News

The New Birth Missionary Baptist Church will be holding its annual Christmas Banquet Saturday, Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. in P.W. Turner Fellowship Hall located at 108 Church St in Natchez. There will be entertainment, door prizes and food. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children 10 and younger.