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NSU Social Work, NRMC CE Lunch and Learn Feb. 27
NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Department of Social Work will host a Lunch and Learn titled “One-Two Punch: Utilizing DBT and RO-DBT in Treating Eating Disorders” at noon Friday, Feb. 27 in the Nora Listach Conference Room at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center. Helping professionals, students and the community are invited… Listen ⇢
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Is It Legal to Go Live on Facebook While Driving in Louisiana (Even with a Mounted Phone)?
Short Answer: No — it is not legal and can get you a ticket. Louisiana’s hands-free driving law (RS 32:59, fully enforced with citations since January 1, 2026) strictly limits phone use while operating a vehicle. What the law prohibits (even if the phone is mounted): Holding or supporting the… Listen ⇢
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Natchitoches Regional Medical Center Project Included in FY26 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Bill for $4,035,000 to Expand Access to Advanced PET/CT Imaging
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to announce that its Cancer Center PET/CT Imaging Project has been included in the Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Bill, designating $4,035,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) to support the purchase, installation, and facility expansion and renovations necessary to… Listen ⇢
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Annual Spring Career Fair to be held Feb. 24
NATCHITOCHES – Northwestern State University’s Office of Career Services will hold its Spring 2026 Career Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Friedman Student Union Ballroom. The event is open to both undergraduate and graduate students at NSU who would like to connect with… Listen ⇢
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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… Listen ⇢
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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,… Listen ⇢
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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… Listen ⇢
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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… Listen ⇢
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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… Listen ⇢
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