NSU graduation is May 13-14

Northwestern State University will hold Spring 2026 commencement Wednesday, May 13 and Thursday, May 14 with diplomas awarded during three ceremonies.Beginning at 10 a.m.

Grant Parish mother and daughter will graduate from NSU together

Supporting children and families is important to both Lien and Emily McGehee, a mother and daughter from Pollock who are both earning degrees from Northwestern State University’s College of Education and Human Development this semester. The two will collect their diplomas during the 10 a.m.

St. Mary’s Catholic School Class of 2026 to Celebrate Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation

Grace Avenue maintenance underway

The City of Natchitoches advises the public that the temporary road closure at 1441 Grace Avenue will be extended due to recent weather delays impacting drainage structure repairs.The closure will remain in effect until the project is fully completed.

Destination Science Camp open to youth ages 10-14 for comprehensive experience

Northwestern State University’s Destination Science Camp will be June 22-26 and will feature workshops in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry, physics, drone technology, veterinary technology and natural science.

Mayor, Parish president respond to water reports

Mayor Ronnie Williams Jr. and Parish President John Salter responded to reports on the City’s and municipality water systems.

JUST TALKIN’

Sunday is perhaps one of the most special days of the year for JT.We’ve all heard the phrase…”only a mother could love..” Well, that pretty much sums it up. Nothing can exceed or replace the love of a mother for her children.That love is bestowed 365 days a year.

Registrar of Voters records consistent early voting totals

Some 198 people voted early on the first day, Saturday, April 2, according to the report from Registrar of Voters Kathrin Woodard-Holden.Early voting continues through Saturday, May 9.

School board, NSU announce spring graduation dates

The Natchitoches Parish School Board has announced the following graduationdates:• Lakeview High School Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m. | Lakeview Football Field•Natchitoches Central High School Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m.

Rapides Foundation grant supports Beyond Graduation Program at LCU

Louisiana Christian University has been awarded a grant from The Rapides Foundation for $25,700 for the Beyond Graduation Program, a project designed to close the gap between high school seniors who graduate and apply to postsecondary institutions and those who enroll and complete a postsecondary...