A house without a Christmas tree?

For much of the English- speaking world, the tradition of decorating a Christmas tree inside the home became popular in the Victorian era.For hundreds of years, people had decorated Christmas trees, but they were kept outside.

JFK has longstanding Louisiana connections

The 34th president of the United States was assassinated 60 years ago this month under controversial circumstances that leave a number of questions unanswered to this day.Republicans look to Ronald Reagan as their ideal.But John Kennedy captured the hearts of the American people like no other...

Entrepreneurial spirit can be found in Caneriver Entertainment Center

Dear Editor: I am writing to present an unparalleled opportunity to join us in the journey of establishing a groundbreaking venture, Caneriver Entertainment Center in Natchitoches.

Governor’s offices launches social media campaign with highlights

Earlier this month the Office of Governor John Bel Edwards launched “56 for 56,” a social media campaign that will highlight one signature accomplishment of Louisiana’s 56th governor every day for the 56 days remaining before the inauguration on January 8th.“The Governor’s Office wants to highlight...

Mandatory bar association dues rejected by appeals court

The Pelican Institute Center for Justice, joined by the Goldwater Institute and Loyola College of law professor Dane Ciolino, scored a court victory for freedom of speech and association according to the Pelican Institute for Public Policy.On Nov. 14, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit...

Bureau of Labor stats says CPI inflates in Oct.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has released the consumer price index (CPI) data for October, showing 3.2% inflation over the last year while core inflation was 4%, twice the Federal Reserve’s 2% target rate.Since President Joe Biden took office, the CPI has risen over 17%, an annualized rate of...

Director gives history that leads up to Cane River pumps

According to NIDIS/NOAA(National Drought Center), there have been approximately 10 time periods since the early 1900’s when Cane River Lake was formed with droughts equal to or worse than the one we are experiencing now.

Country Writer A Southerner’s Look at Then and Now

When I was a child, there was a painting that hung on my grandmother’s kitchen wall. It portrayed a man who was praying over a meal of bread and what appeared to be a bowl of soup.

Nutria It’s what’s for dinner

Guess what! Nutria are back in the news. Recent press reports indicate that these pesky rodents are moving inland to gnaw away at our swamplands. These little critters are taking over the state.

Letters to the Editor

To all citizens of Natchitoches Parish: As we come to the end of my time as your Natchitoches Parish President, please allow me a few moments to thank you for the opportunity you gave me to serve over the last four years.It has been a blessing to get to know thousands of you by name, and to share...