Honorable mention goes to 3 Chiefs

Three Natchitoches Central players received honorable mention All-State recognition on the Class 5A baseball and softball teams. They were Ross Lindsey on the baseball roster, and Maggie Massia and Morgan Robinson on the softball roster.

NSU assistant coach tapped for St Mary’s

Stacey Aldredge is the new girls volleyball head coach at St Mary’s. She will also be teaching Physical Science and Life Skills.Aldredge joins the Tiger family after coaching volleyball for the last seven years at the collegiate level as Associate Head Coach at Northwestern State University.

What to do if your pet is bitten by a snake

As the temperatures rise, so does the activity of our slithery neighbors. Between April and October, venomous snakes are notably more active, increasing the risk of snake bites, especially for our curious pets.

Beard sprints to finals on first day of nationals

Another race, another sensational performance from Zachaeus Beard.

Spots still open for youth camp next week

Registration remains open for next week’s Chris Bertrand Baseball Youth Camp. Spots are still open for one camp, which will take place June 10-12 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Parc Natchitoches, located at 4515 University Parkway. The June 3-5 camp has been canceled.

Anglers of all ages fish for free

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) invites all to take part in its annual Free Fishing Weekend Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9. Louisiana’s Free Fishing Weekend allows residents and visitors to fish Louisiana waters without an otherwise required fishing license.

And honorable mention goes to...

Kudos to St. Mary’s players who received honorable mention on the LWSA Class 1A All-State Teams.Baseballers were Trey Scarborough, Preston Martinez, Conor Jordan and Ayden Warren.Softballers were Grace Wren and Tyonnah Burton.

NSU athletes are aiming for personal best at nationals

Two seasons ago Northwestern State thrower Diamante Gumbs traveled to Eugene to cheer on twin brother Djimon Gumbs when Djimon competed at nationals in both shot put and discus.

Pistol Pete exhibit will open this month at Sports Hall of Fame

The 2024 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame induction reception will have a special flair this year as the Louisiana State Museum and Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser celebrate the opening of Showtime: LSU’s Spectacular Pistol Pete, a new exhibit showcasing the incredible career of Pete Maravich...