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Natchitoches in Bloom: NSU artists contribute to public art projects
NATCHITOCHES – A sculpture inspired by the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and the movie “Steel Magnolias” was unveiled at the Susan Harling Robinson Memorial Park Feb. 12 as part of ongoing public art series coordinated by the Natchitoches Historic Development Commission and Cane River National Heritage Area in partnership with Northwestern State University’s School…
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Videos of Ecco Ride’s Rocky Ride: Drama Erupts Post-Natchitoches School Board Approval
See videos attached… The Natchitoches Parish School Board made a big move Tuesday, renewing the student transportation contract with Ecco Ride after a heated debate—securing the lowest bid and top-scoring proposal for the 2026-2027 school year. A win for budgets and keeping buses rolling! But Wednesday brought the drama: tensions flared among Ecco Ride employees…
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Thurgood Marshall documentary gives NSU students legal perspective on civil rights
NATCHITOCHES – A documentary screening of the life of Thurgood Marshall led to discussion about how the U.S Constitution is interpreted, impactful statutes that the public should be aware of and the role that courage plays in practicing law. Northwestern State University’s Gail Metoyer Jones Center, NSU’s NAACP Chapter and Black Studies, Pre-Law & Paralegal…
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Thinking about a career in Engineering Technology? NSU will host an informational and industry fair March 3
NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology will host N-Side Engineering Technology and Advanced Manufacturing where prospective high school students can learn about careers and scholarship opportunities, connect with faculty and network with industry professionals in the region. N-Side Engineering Technology will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 3 in Williamson Hall on…
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City of Natchitoches Selected by The National League of Cities’ for Second Phase Grant to Boost Economic Growth and Resilience
NATCHITOCHES, LA – The City of Natchitoches is proud to announce it has been selected by the National League of Cities (NLC) to move forward to the Implementation Phase of the Southern Cities Economic Initiative (SCEI). As one of 14 cities selected for this next two-year phase of SCEI, the City will receive a grant…
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Dancing Towards Your Dreams: LSMSA Alum Balances Medicine and Movement
NATCHITOCHES, LA – When Madeline Lorio, a 2021 LSMSA graduate, returned to the Treen Auditorium stage in the fall of 2025 as a choreographer and dancer for the Informal Fall Dance Concert, it was more than a homecoming performance. It was a moment of affirmation. She was living out a lesson she first learned at…
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