Workforce investment will fuel Louisiana’s aerospace growth

Louisiana has an opportunity to compete for thousands of high-paying jobs in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world: aerospace. While aerospace may be receiving more headlines today, this is not a new conversation for Louisiana.

Fire marshal investigation leads to arrest of Arkansas man on charges related to fire

An Office of State Fire Marshal (SFM) investigation has resulted in the arrest of an Arkansas man on multiple charges.On June 13, Bossier Parish Fire District 7 requested assistance from the SFM to investigate a vehicle fire in the 1100 block of Goodman Street in Plain Dealing.

Sixteen students sign career offers with RoyOMartin through Woodworks

Sixteen students recently took an important step toward their future by signing job offers with Roy-OMartin through the company’s Wood-Works and Girls Can Too! workforce development programs.

La. Bond Commission approves Fire District 5 call for tax election

The La. Bond Commission approved local government units-Elections for Nov. 3 at its meeting June 18 in the State Capitol.Among those approved are one local election: L26-164 - Natchitoches Parish, Fire Protection District No. 5 - 7.

NORTHWESTERN STATE

Here is a look at the week of July 5-11 at Northwestern State University.July 5-7 – Registration for second 4-week summer session available at vic.nsula.edu July 5 – Aug. 16 – Registration for fall semester available at vic.nsula.

New book documents state history and local men’s connection

A new book by Shreveport native Dr. David Hylan documents one of the most significant yet overlooked chapters of Louisiana history, featuring strong connections to Natchitoches and three men whose lives became intertwined through activism, friendship, and the fight against AIDS.

Former NSU letter winners can vote for N-Club Hall of Fame

All former Northwestern State athletic letterwinners can vote during a 15-day period, which kicked off Thursday morning in the selection process for the 2026 N-Club Hall of Fame class honoring some of the Demons’ most accomplished athletic figures.Voting is done online through the NClub link at www.

Fireworks will close July 4 celebration

The City of Natchitoches, in cooperation with the Cane River Waterway Commission, will present a celebration of America’s 250th birthday on the downtown Riverbank beginning at 5:30 p.m. on July 4.

NPSO mourns death of Misty

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff ’s Office is saddened to announce the passing of retired NPSO K-9 Deputy “Misty,” who passed away in the presence of her partner and handler, Detective Sgt. Cory Campbell.

Coronor issues public health alert about dangerous new drug mix

This is a public health alert.We’re issuing this alert after a recent death investigation confirmed a dangerous new drug mix in our area.