NSU’s Baptist Collegiate minister retires after 37 years

Brother Bill Collins is retiring after 37 years as director of Northwestern State University’s Baptist Collegiate Ministry.

Early-release window could double to 120 days for terminally ill inmates

A House committee voted 7-0 to advance a bill Tuesday that would allow terminally ill inmates to be released up to 120 days before their expected death, doubling the current 60-day window for early release.

NORTHWESTERN STATE

March 29 As we close another productive week at Northwestern, I am grateful for the continued engagement of our faculty, staff, students, and partners.Demon Mathematics ClassicOn Monday, the Department of Mathematics hosted its annual Demon Mathematics Classic competition.

Sec. of State encourages voters to check party registration as closed primaries are nearing

The Secretary of State’s office is encouraging Louisiana voters to check their registration as the state prepares for a change that will limit their choices in some elections.

Legislative Auditor lists NSU, Village of Natchez

These are the staff and contracted CPA audits that may have the greatest potential for news today.The full audits are available now at www.lla.la.gov. Staff and contracted audits can be found in the “Reports” section on the home page.

Deadlines approaching for voters to make changes

Voters can check their registration through Louisiana’s GeauxVote.com website or through the GeauxVote mobile app.Or call or visit the Natchitoches Registrar of Voters on first floor of the Natchitoches Parish Court House or call (318)3572211.

Student registration now open for The 2026–2027 school year

The Natchitoches Parish School Board announces that registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now officially open and families are encouraged to register their child or children as soon as possible to help ensure a smooth and successful start to the upcoming school year.

JUST TALKIN’

Hope you and your family gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ thee days after his crucifixion, symbolizing victor over death, hope and a new life.As someone said recently, without Easter there would be no Christmas.Here’s another seasonal thought.

Morgans continue philanthropy to Tri Sigma and Pi Kappa Phi

Members of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sor ority and Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity at Northwestern State University honored donors David and Sherry Morgan during a March 19 program in which students were awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships for outstanding achievement i n academics, service and...

Natchitoches City Court Judge Robert Owsley has officially announced his candidacy for re-election on Nov. 3, 2026

Since taking the bench in 2020, Judge Owsley has served both the City of Natchitoches and Ward One with a steady commitment to fairness, respect, and accountability.