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Americans will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in July 2026, and the word “semiquincentennial” may come up in conversation during those celebrations. Some people may not be familiar with the term and what it means. A semiquincentennial is the 250th anniversary of something.

Five North American Native Shrubs for the Garden

Here are a few of the many North American shrubs you may want to include in your landscape. As always, make sure each is suitable for the growing conditions, hardy for your location and will fit the available space once mature.

Krewe of 9

Before a capacity crowd of family, friends and visiting Mard Gras krewes, Krewe of The 9 held its second l Royal Court coronation on June 13 in the Chinquapin Ballroom at Chateau St. Denis Hotel in downtown Natchitoches.“Saluting The 9 at Mardi Gras” is the organization’s 2027 theme.

NSU earns national recognition for preparing elementary teachers to teach reading to students

Northwestern State University’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with 1-5 certification earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality for how well they prepare future teachers to teach reading to elementary students.

City announces street closures for Friday and Saturday events

The City of Natchitoches advises the public that on Friday, June 26, Front Street from Church Street to St.

JUST TALKIN’

As we near the 250th celebration of our nation on July 4, JT read where a time capsule would be buried in Philadelphia as part of the celebration. Over 250 artifacts from every state and territory will be buried in a 900 pound steel time capsule.

City ‘simplifies’ Events Center policy for vendors

The City of Natchitoches is continuing implementation of its Economic Access & Opportunity Policy, approved by the City Council in 2025, through the adoption of a new vendor access program at the Natchitoches Events CenterEffective June 1, 2026, the Natchitoches Events Center implemented a...

Library will put tax on next ballot per announcement at Countil meeting

At its meeting June 15, the Parish Council discussed more than Legislative funding for local projects.At the beginning of the business meeting, Parish Clerk read an announcement to be part of the record.

Top of the Boot Lineup

Top of the Boot Music Festival is coming to Natchitoches on Oct. 16- 17, and the full lineup is here. Check out the artists, buy your tickets, Visit topofthebootmusicfest.com to get tickets.

Iran deal is good news, normalization to take months

The Center Square) – Texas oil and natural gas industry leaders are cautiously optimistic about the president’s announced ceasefire deal with Iran.President Donald Trump announced he plans to sign a deal with Iranian leaders on Friday, ending more than 100 days of a U.S.