New partnership with Relias Healthcare enhances emergency medicine services at NRMC
NRMC is pleased to announce a new partnership with Relias Healthcare to provide Emergency Medicine practice management services beginning December 1. The partnership marks a significant step in strengthening access to high-quality, patient-centered emergency care for the community of Natchitoches and the surrounding region. "NRMC is committed to advancing the quality, safety, and efficiency of the care we provide. Our partnership with Relias Healthcare reflects that commitment and aligns with our strategic
BOSSIER PARISH COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO HOLD ON-CAMPUS REGISTRATION JANUARY 7TH
Bossier Parish Community College invites prospective and returning students to its on-campus registration for the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters. This event will take place on Wednesday, January 7th, from 9am to 6pm at all campuses in Bossier, Natchitoches, and Many. During this event, students will have the opportunity to:Register for spring 2026 and summer 2026 courses.Meet with academic advisors for course selection and enrollment.Seek assistance with financial aid and military benefits.Explore a
NPSB Central Office Canned Food Drive & Frist Annual Chili Cook-Off
NATCHITOCHES - The Natchitoches Parish School Board's Central Office proudly wrapped up its canned food drive with the first-ever Chili Cook-Off, embracing this year's theme: "Stompin' Out Hunger." Throughout November, Central Office staff partnered with the Central Louisiana Food Bank to collect hundreds of non-perishable items to support local families in need. These generous donations helped restock the Cane River Food Pantry, bringing hope and relief to the community during the holiday season. The
Northwestern State University Radiography program receives maximum 8-year accreditation from JRCERT
NATCHITOCHES - Northwestern State University's Radiography Program has been awarded the maximum eight-year accreditation by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). This achievement represents the highest level of accreditation granted by the agency. JRCERT is the only organization recognized by both the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation for accrediting educational programs in radiography, The accreditation affirms
IP Foundation and NSU Early Childhood Education majors expand Cradle to College Project
NATCHITOCHES - Northwestern State University Early Childhood Education majors Taylor Poole of Pollock and Kaycie Helton of Leesville made significant donations of books and school supplies for the Cradle to College Early Childhood Service-Learning project. Coupled with funds from the International Paper Foundation, the resources were used to make family literacy bags that were donated to Natchitoches families. "The service-learning project means a lot to me because it gives me the opportunity to make a
NSU College of Nursing gets $2.6M grant for Workforce Expansion Program
Northwestern State University of Louisiana's College of Nursing and School of Allied Health has been awarded $3.6 million in funding over four years through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention - Workforce Expansion Program (NEPQR-WEP). The grant project, titled "Pathways to ASN: Strengthening the RN Workforce in Louisiana," spans from 2025 to 2029 and addresses the state's critical nursing shortage by expanding educational opportunities
Project LIFT Launches ''Home Safety Edition'' - Free Smoke Detectors for Insured Households
Natchitoches, LA - 12/4/25 - As part of its commitment to community safety and support, Project LIFT - an outreach initiatives of J W Odom & Associates, LLC - is proud to announce the launch of the Home Safety Edition program, offering free smoke detectors to households with homeowners or renters insurance. Residents who bring in their current insurance declaration page will receive a smoke detector at no cost and with no purchase required. In addition, those who allow a free, no-obligation insurance
