A Final Chance to Celebrate Summer
Natchitoches, LA, July 24, 2026 - Professor Universe traveled through time to save the world from disaster with help from the children of Natchitoches Parish during a recent visit to the Natchitoches Parish Library (NPL). His show explored concepts in geology and paleontology through characters such as dinosaurs, cephalopods, and personified rock formations, educating attendees while creating a deeper understanding of history and science. The NPL will continue to party with its patrons at their annual
BPCC Launches Heavy Equipment Operations Program in Many Through First-of-Its-Kind Industry Partners
MANY, La. — Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is proud to announce the launch of its new Heavy Equipment Operations (HEO) program on the College’s Sabine Valley campus, made possible through a first-of-its-kind, all-inclusive formal agreement with local industry partner EarthMovers Construction, LLC. Through this unique partnership, EarthMovers Construction will provide the training land, equipment, maintenance, and fuel needed to support the program, creating an innovative model for
Natchitoches begins countdown to Christmas Festival of Lights 100th anniversary
NATCHITOCHES, La. - Christmas Eve is five months away, and the historic town of Natchitoches is already gearing up for a milestone celebration. Officials on Friday kicked off the countdown to the 100th anniversary of the Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights, unveiling plans for a year filled with special events, exhibits and new attractions along the Cane River. The celebration began with a visit from Santa Claus and his helpers, setting the tone for the centennial year. A ceremonial lighting
Northwestern State earns multiple top-five rankings in Niche's 2026 college rankings
Northwestern State University earned multiple top-five rankings in Louisiana in Niche's 2026 Best Colleges rankings, including No. 1 for Best Colleges for Nursing and No. 1 for Best College Dorms. Niche also ranked NSU among Louisiana's top five for Best College Campuses, Colleges with the Best Student Life and Best College Locations. Niche develops its annual rankings through an analysis of statistics from the U.S. Department of Educaction and millions of student and alumni reviews. The rankings evaluate
'Christmas in July' press conference, exhibit unveiling to launch countdown to 100th Christmas Fest
The historic city of Natchitoches is thrilled to invite the media and members of the public to a landmark celebration as it officially kicks off the countdown to the historic 100th Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights. The "Christmas of July" Press Conference & Centennial Exhibit Unveiling on Friday, July 24 at 10 am will celebrate a century of holiday magic in the heart of the Natchitoches Historic District. The event will be held at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History
Relias Healthcare, NRMC announce expanded partnership to enhance hospital medicine services
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Relias Healthcare to provide comprehensive Hospital Medicine practice management services, effective July 1, 2026. This partnership represents an important investment in strengthening access to high-quality, patient-centered inpatient care for the residents of Natchitoches and teh surrounding region. By combining NRMC's commitment to exceptional community healthcare with Relias Healthcare's expertise in
NPSB celebrates historic academiic gains amid state funding uncertainties
School officials gathering for a committee-level review to outline major academic gains and debate upcoming fiscal and facility changes ahead of the official Natchitoches Parish School Board meeting scheduled for July 14. Superintendent Dr. Grant Eloi delivered an academic update, revealing that Natchitoches Parish has been recognized as one of the top growth districts in Louisiana for two consecutive years. Since 2021, the district has grown an astonishing 14 percentage points, outperforming the state
NSU Robotics Camp introduces middle school students to engineering through hands-on learning
Students ages 11 to 14 explored robotics and engineering through hands-on activities during Northwestern State University's Robotics Camp of July 2. The free, one-day camp introduced participants to engineering concepts while encouraging creativity, collaboration and problem-solving. Hosted by NSU's Department of Engineering Technology, the camp brought students to the Friedman Student Union Ballroom for a full day of robotics acitivites and demonstrations led by faculty and staff. The camp was
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Natchitoches to Host Community Open House Event
NATCHITOCHES, LA - Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Natchitoches is hosting a community open house event on Tuesday, July 28 for local residents, guests and elected officials. Patients across the region now have access to Louisiana's largest and most comprehensive cancer care network dedicated to cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. At this event, the public can visit and explore everything their local Cancer Center has to offer.This event is open to the public and members of the
BPCC Brings One-Stop Enrollment Services to Communities Across Northwest Louisiana
Bossier Parish Community College is bringing one-stop enrollment services directly to communities across Northwest Louisiana through a series of registration events designed to help current and prospective students prepare for the Fall 2026 semester. With events in Bossier City, Natchitoches and Many, students can receive personalized assistance with admissions, academic advising, financial aid, military education benefits and course registration while exploring academic programs that lead to high-demand,
BPCC, Louisiana Department of Education Launch AI Powered CTE Pilot to Expand Computer Programing In
Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) has partnered with the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) on a two-year pilot program focused on strengthening educator capacity and improving the delivery of computer programming instruction across the state. The initiative is designed to ensure students develop the technical skills necessary for success in both higher education and Louisiana’s evolving workforce. As many educators are teaching computer programming coursework for the first time — and many
