Five amendments are on Dec. 7 ballot

Voters are reminded that Saturday, Dec. 7 is Election Day for the General Election.Additionally, early voting continues through Nov. 30 (excluding Sunday, Nov. 24, Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29) from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is Dec. 3 by 4:30 p.m.

Krewe of The Nine having Christmas toy drive

years later, Meredith Wilson’s song, “It’s Beginning to Look at Lot Like Christmas,” is very popular in Natchitoches as the newest Mardi Gras krewe, Krewe of The Nine, launched their 2024 Christmas Toy Drive on Nov. 18 at Legacy Cafe’.

‘Come Give Thanks With Us’ is Sunday

The Gloria Project, Inc. presents its 11th annual “Come Give Thanks With Us” turkey drive Sunday, Nov. 24, from noon at 2 p.m.The event, which features music, food and fellowship, is held at John Below Center located 1320 Dixie St. Early arrival is recommended.

Get fit in a chair

Voices 4 Autism is offering a Chair Fitness Class geared toward older active adults or anyone who needs a low impact class to stay strong and mobile.The free weekly class is held Thursdays beginning Nov. 21, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the MLK Recreational Center dance studio. Instructor is Ms.

“Family and friends with grins ear to ear will gather together, Thanksgiving is near!”

Thanksgiving is a holiday of celebration, bringing together family, friends, and comfort foods. While the turkey, stuffing, and desserts are Thanksgiving staples, they often leave people feeling drowsy and sluggish. Dr.

Baked Boursin with Cranberry Sauce

Once those guests start arriving, having a few pre-Thanksgiving bites on hand are a sure way to keep them full and happy until the main event is served.

Holiday Bacon Bites

Ingredients1 sleeve country club-style crackers 3/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 pound thinly sliced baconDirections1. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.2. Lay the crackers face up on a large rack over a baking sheet (or broiler pan).Scoop about 1 teaspoon of the grated Parmesan onto each cracker.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

This past week Malcolm and I went with City Bank to Branson, MO. It was the most fun trip. We left Wednesday morning at 6 a.m. from Westside Baptist Church. We stopped in Hope, AR for breakfast, ate lunch in Conway, AR. We arrived at Thousand Hills Resort Hotel in Branson about 4 p.m.

Fleur de Lis Christmas Craft Market presenting its 20th show

The Fleur de Lis Christmas Craft Market will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year when its annual show is held on Saturday, November 30 at the Natchitoches Events Center.

Holiday cacti adds weeks of color and enjoyment with these tips for care

Add weeks of colorful flowers and decades of enjoyment to your indoor plant collection with holiday cacti. Dress one up with a decorative basket, container, or foil wrap and give it to a favorite gardener or holiday hostess. You’ll find a variety for sale at your local garden center or florist.