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A Message From President James T. Genovese
Saturday, August 29, 2026
The first week of the fall semester brought renewed energy and excitement to our campuses as students returned to the classroom and reconnected with the Northwestern community. I am grateful to our faculty and staff for the preparation, care and enthusiasm that made the opening week so successful.

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JUST TALKIN’

News Staff
Saturday, August 29, 2026
It wasn’t what we wanted for the start of the season…but it was a good game for spectators.The Demons dropped their opener against Louisiana College Thursday night, 42-37.

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City Council in a quandary while murals maks headway

News Staff
Saturday, August 29, 2026
The controversial mural on St. Denis Street will get to stay and the owners must pay a fine of $1,650 after the City Council overturned a decision by the Historic District Commission (HDC) at the Council meeting Monday.

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August brought 11 consecutive days of 100 degree temps

News Staff
Saturday, August 29, 2026
A potent, hot high pressure dome that meandered across Oklahoma then across north Texas into New Mexico during Aug. 20 thru Aug. 25 contributed to eleven 100 degrees or temperatures (some consecutive days) in Natchitoches, which included the following observed afternoon temperatures: •Aug. 21: 105...

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Complimentary Downtown Walking

News Staff
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Complimentary Downtown Walking Tours of the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District Wednesday- Saturday 10 a.m. Depart from the Natchitoches Visitors Center on Front St. Call 318/3565555 for more information and to book group tours.First Friday each month: Natchitoches American Cemetery...

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Krewe of Dionysos

News Staff
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
The Natchitoches Krewe of Dionysos proudly introduced its 2027 Royal Court on Aug. 22, during a celebration held at Riverside Reserve, a valued Krewe corporate sponsor.Guests enjoyed an evening of fellowship, excitement, and entertainment as food was provided by the Krewe and refreshments were...

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

News Staff
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Complimentary Downtown Walking Tours of the Natchitoches National Historic Landmark District Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m. Depart from the Natchitoches Visitors Center on Front St. Call 318/356-5555 for more information and to book group tours.First Friday each month: Natchitoches American Cemetery...

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NPD arrests 3 people during crime in progress burglarizing vehicles

News Staff
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
The Natchitoches Police Department has arrested Khalil Seymore B/M,o17 of Natchitoches and two juveniles for several burglaries on Aug. 20, around 12:18 a.m.Officers with the Natchitoches Police Department were dispatched to the 1000 block of Nettie Street in reference to a concerned citizen...
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