Natchitoches Leaders Unite at State Capitol to Advocate for Regional Growth and Opportunity
Baton Rouge, LA: On March 25, 2026, the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with its Regional Advocacy Committee, hosted Natchitoches Day at the Capitol, bringing together community leaders, partners, and stakeholders to elevate the voice and priorities of Natchitoches Parish at the state level. The annual advocacy initiative aims to strengthen relationships with state leadership while showcasing the region’s impact and potential. Throughout the day, participants focused on four key
NSU awarded $1.8M in federal funding to advance education and innovation
NATCHITOCHES - Northwestern State University has been awarded $1.8 million in federal funding through the Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) process to support the development of Innovation Park, a transformative STEM initiative designed to expand research, strengthen workforce development and drive technological innovation across Louisiana. University leaders expressed deep appreciation to U.S. Rep. Cleo Fields, U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy and U.S. Sen. John Kennedy, and their dedicated staff for
