Natchitoches Young Professionals Honors Visionary Leaders with 2026 4 Under 40 Awards
Natchitoches, LA, February 5, 2026: The Natchitoches Young Professionals (NYP), an initiative of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, proudly announces the recipients of the 2026 4 Under 40 Awards: Crit Williams, Dr. Dylan Solice, Dr. Jasmine Wise, and Dr. Mary-Katherine Horton Maggio. These four individuals represent strong leadership in Natchitoches through their professional accomplishments, commitment to service, and dedication to strengthening the local community. Now in its 11th year, the 4
NSU Marketing Department Named 2026 Go Natchitoches Award Recipient
Natchitoches, LA, February 4, 2026: The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce announces the Northwestern State University Marketing Department as the recipient of the 2026 Go Natchitoches Award, recognizing the Proud to Be Purple campaign and its impact on strengthening connections between Northwestern State University, its students, and the Natchitoches Parish community. The Go Natchitoches Award recognizes individuals, businesses, or organizations whose work strengthens community alignment and
Claire Prymus to Be Honored with the President’s Award at the 2026 Go Natchitoches Awards
Natchitoches, LA, February 3, 2026: The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that the 2026 President’s Award will be dedicated to Claire Prymus in recognition of her leadership and lasting impact through the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center, which concluded operations in 2025. Under Prymus’ leadership, the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center operated with a clear mission to build community and provide access to social and economic success for residents facing barriers to education and
Dr. Steve G. Horton Named Lifetime Achievement Recipient for the 2026 Go Natchitoches Awards
Natchitoches, LA, February 2, 2026: The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce has announced Dr. Steve G. Horton, Executive Director of the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA), as the recipient of its 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition coincides with Dr. Horton's upcoming retirement in June, marking the culmination of 40 years of service across K-12 and higher education. Before returning to LSMSA, Dr. Horton spent nearly 30 years at Northwestern State University, where
