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Natchitoches Young Professionals Honors Visionary Leaders with 2026 4 Under 40 Awards
Faculty Member of the Year Award, Dr. Wise is dedicated to mentorship, research, and initiatives that promote long-term community advancement.Dr. Mary-Katherine Horton MaggioDr. Maggio is a lifelong Natchitoches resident who is deeply invested in the growth and success of Northwestern State University students and the broader community. As Director of First Year Experience and Student…
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Cane River Waterway Commission to hold public meeting Feb. 10
NATCHEZ — The Cane River Waterway Commission will hold a public meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10, to address commission business and hear public comment prior to any votes taken on agenda items. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at 1483 Highway 119 in Natchez, Louisiana. According to the posted agenda, the meeting will begin with…
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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…
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BOM Gives Back
NATCHITOCHES:We are thrilled to announce that Drake Hale has been promoted to Senior Credit Analyst at our BOM Bank Operations Complex! Drake has already made incredible strides, showing true talent, dedication, and a strong commitment to excellence. We know he’ll continue to shine in this new role, and we can’t wait to see everything he…
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Ed Evans Scholarship will benefit NSU Health & Human Performance student
NATCHITOCHES – The legacy of a long-time Northwestern State University faculty member and athletic trainer will live on through a scholarship bearing his name. The Edward C. Evans Health and Human Performance Scholarship will be awarded to a student in NSU’s Department of Health and Human Performance, where Evans was a valued colleague and mentor.…
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Claire Prymus to Be Honored with the President’s Award at the 2026 Go Natchitoches Awards
Natchitoches, LA: 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…

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