The “March for Peace and Justice”

There were numerous events in the city Monday to mark the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. The “March for Peace and Justice” above, began at the Ben Johnson Community Center at 10 a.m. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity men led the march.

Medical Center hosts legislative luncheon and facility tour

Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) hosted a legislative luncheon on Friday, welcoming state and regional leaders for a guided tour of the hospital’s facilities and an overview of ongoing initiatives focused on access, quality, and innovation in patient care.

LA 504 near 8 Mile Loop to close for one day, Tuesday

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) advises the public that on Tuesday, Jan. 20, LA 504 near its intersection with 8 Mile Loop in Natchitoches Parish will be closed.This closure is scheduled to be in place from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

LIHEAP appointments begin Jan. 21

The Parish of Natchitoches Office of Community Services (OCS) announces the availability of Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) services to assist eligible low-income households in Natchitoches Parish with home heating energy costs.

Centenary and University of Louisiana at Monroe announce area honor roll students

Centenary College is announces the students who have been named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2025. Each semester, the Dean’s List honors students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.50 or better in twelve or more credit hours taken for a letter grade.

Mark Your Calendars! JANUARY

Echoes From the Civil Rights Movement with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. from 1-2 p.m at Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum at 800 Front St. The event is free.Community Clean up Sponsored by AAC at MLK Center from 10 a.m.

OLD BETHEL NEWS

Sunday, Bro. Wayne Salley brought the message from Matthew 6:25-34. He said do not worry. People worry about finances, retiremen, Social Security. and work . He said that we are not promised tomorrow. He read the scripture. Then he said birds don’t worry, aren’t we more than them.

Cajun murder mystery flick by legendary filmmaker premiers in Natchitoches

Pointe Noire Productions announces that award-winning Louisiana filmmaker Pat Mire’s latest narrative feature film “Pointe Noire,” began its Louisiana theatrical release at St. Landry Cinema 4 in Opelousas, and at Parkway Cinema 6 in Natchitoches.

Theophile Alley shooting victim dies in Shreveport; search for shooter continues

The Natchitoches Police Department is now investigating the shooting Sunday evening, Jan. 11, on Theophile Alley as a homicide. On Jan. 13 investigators with the Natchitoches Police Department were notified by hospital officials in Caddo Parish the victim had died as a result of the injuries.

Work on J.C. Deblieux Drive starts Monday, entire street will close

The City of Natchitoches announces the closure of the outside (southbound) travel lane on J.C. Deblieux Drive, beginning Monday, Jan 19.The closure will help to expedite completion of the concrete pavement replacement work that has been ongoing for several weeks.