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Thursday, August 11, 2022Suddenlink is Now Optimum
Unification of Products and Services Under One Optimum Brand Launches with New Campaign, “Get Closer, Go Farther.” Altice USA (NYSE: ATUS) announces that its Suddenlink brand has rebranded to Optimum, bringing the company’s telecommunications products and services under one unified brand across its entire footprint. Today also marks the introduction of Optimum’s new nationwide brand campaign, “Get Closer, Go Farther” with a new look and feel, tagline, and mission unveiled to customers. “Get closer and
Monday, August 08, 2022Cleco Power resetting its economic development strategy across Louisiana service regions
Richard Cornelison to lead efforts as Cleco Power’s new director of regional growth and economic developmentPINEVILLE, La. – Aug. 8, 2022 – Cleco Power is reinvigorating its economic development strategy to support growth across its 24-parish service area, recognizing that industry electrification and renewable energy impacts require a strategy reset. With a renewed focus on economic development activities, Cleco Power officials are partnering with key organizations to ensure growth and stability for the
Friday, August 05, 2022WEYERHAEUSER GIVING FUND SEEKING FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Since 1948, the Weyerhaeuser Company Foundation has played an integral role in the philanthropic efforts of the company, providing more than $255 million in donations over 70 years. We are deeply connected to the communities where we operate through our businesses, our employees and the investments we make to help them thrive. Supporting our community’s benefits everyone and helps ensure our company’s long-term success. From rural to urban locations, we fund valuable programs, build important
Friday, August 05, 2022NSU alum named to Order of Omega board of directors
NATCHITOCHES – Dr. Lamar Bryant, associate vice chancellor for strategic initiatives in the Division of Diversity Engagement at the University of Tennessee Knoxville, has been appointed to the board of directors of Order of Omega, an international honor society recognizing fraternity men and women who have attained a high standard of leadership, service and scholarship. Bryant earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a minor in marketing at Northwestern State University in 2004 and a
Thursday, August 04, 2022LSMSA - Annual Impact Report
Now available The Foundation's annual Impact Report is published each year and demonstrates how donor dollars are helping students, faculty and staff. In this report we highlight an outstanding student, Hannah Lewis and faculty member, Dr. Allison Landry and generous donors, Peter Marzullo '94 and Thao Nguyen '94. You can read all about these awesome people and learn more about the Foundation's work by clicking this link 2021 Impact Report.
Thursday, August 04, 2022McMahon Named GeauxFAME AMT Distinguished Graduate
Kyleb McMahon was named the recipient of the Distinguished Graduate Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a student completing the Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) program. A collaborative endeavor between Central Louisiana Technical Community College/Bossier Parish Community College Natchitoches Campus, Northwestern State University, and sponsoring manufacturing companies, students take part in a rigorous program, devoting 40 hours a week to studying and an apprenticeship. McMahon, who is
Thursday, August 04, 2022CITY OF NATCHITOCHES ANNOUNCES GRANT AWARD
NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches announces the Love Louisiana Outdoors Program grant has been awarded in an amount up to $400,000. The grant will rehabilitate Richardson Park and provide accessible recreation facilities for residents of all abilities, as well as deliver needed improvements for the 50-year-old park.“Hearing the great news that the City of Natchitoches is a recipient of up $400,00 through the Love Louisiana Outdoors Program reminds me of two of the goals I set for my administration:
Wednesday, August 03, 2022NPSB NAMED HIGHEST DISTRICT FOR PROFICIENCY GROWTH
It is with great pleasure that we announce that the Natchitoches Parish School District has been recognized as the highest school district in the state of Louisiana in student proficiency growth on LEAP 2025. The Louisiana Department of Education released the 2021-2022 LEAP scores today that show strong student growth across a wide range of grade levels and school systems. Mastery rates for students in grades 3-8 improved three points in both math and ELA. In total, 80 percent of Louisiana school
Tuesday, July 26, 2022Kiwanis and A+ Coalition School Supply Drive
Service organizations in the city of Natchitoches have banded together in an effort to make sure elementary school children in our Parish have the school supplies they need to thrive this year. The Kiwanis Club and the A+ Coalition have put together a school supply registry on Amazon (amzn.to/3vb6WQp) for community members to buy much needed supplies and send them directly to the Natchitoches Parish Library where club members will organize and deliver them to all 9 Elementary Schools in Natchitoches
Friday, July 22, 2022Alum Damian Glover named to SkillsUSA board of directors
NATCHITOCHES — Dr. Damian Glover, associate director for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) Strategic Engagement and Programs and executive director for the SkillsUSA Louisiana College/Postsecondary division, was elected to serve as Region 2 representative of the SkillsUSA Board of Directors at the board’s June 21 meeting during the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta. Glover is a graduate of Northwestern State University, where he earned a Bachelor
Thursday, July 21, 2022Rising high school seniors can apply to NSU for Fall 2023
NATCHITOCHES – Rising seniors in high school can submit applications to enroll at Northwestern State University for the Fall 2023 semester. “The sooner students apply, the more scholarships and financial assistance opportunities may be available,” said Vanner Erikson, interim director of Enrollment and Director of Recruiting. Students who score a 20 or above on the ACT and have a grade point average of 3.0 or better will automatically be awarded scholarships, with the amount increasing for higher
Thursday, July 21, 2022ICYMI:House passes $839B defense bill
WASHINTON, DC–The $839 billion National Defense Authorization Act was approved last Thursday in a 329-101 vote. The bill is $37 billion more than the administration sought in military spending. To read a full analysis of the bill, click here. Briefly, for military installations in Louisiana, the NDAA 2023 currently provides: Barksdale Air Force Base with $125 million for construction of a Weapons Generation Facility (WGF). The funds build upon the $40 million secured last year for this project. Fort
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Tuesday, July 19, 2022Relish in Summer with Fresh Produce from The Legacy Garden Farm Stand
The Ben D. Johnson Educational Center welcomes you to visit The Legacy Garden Farm Stand. The Legacy Garden is the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center’s Community Garden. The Legacy Garden is nurtured by BDJ staff, volunteers, and students. To preserve our garden’s natural ecosystem, the Legacy Garden crops are grown without the use of any harmful or synthetic chemicals. The Legacy Garden Farm stand is excited to be partnered with Good Roots. Through our partnership, in addition to The Legacy Garden
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Monday, July 18, 2022NDAA 2023 Contains Major Louisiana Priorities
WASHINGTON, D.C.--The Fiscal Year 2023 National Defense Authorization Act contains major priorities for Louisiana’s Barksdale Air Force Base and Air Force Global Strike Command; Fort Polk and the Joint Readiness Training Center; and Camp Minden, according to an article from the Bossier Press-Tribune. The legislation, as of June 28, has advanced toward reconciliation with its Senate counterpart. “It is my great honor to represent so many courageous military families in Congress,” said Congressman
Monday, July 18, 2022Toy maker Elvin Shields got be inducted into Louisiana Folklife Center Hall of Master Folk Artists
By: Zoe HebertNATCHITOCHES – Twisted wire toy maker and Louisiana Tradition Bearer Elvin Shields of Natchitoches will be among those inducted into the Louisiana Folklife Center Hall of Master Folk Artists at this year’s Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival. Shields will be displaying his handmade toys at the festival. The 42nd Annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival will be held from 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday, July 23 in Prather Coliseum at 220 South Jefferson Street on the NSU campus. Admission is $10 for the
Tuesday, July 12, 2022Hotter ‘N Hell National Collegiate Art Exhibition on display through September 2 at NSU
NATCHITOCHES – The annual Hotter ‘N Hell National Collegiate Art Exhibition is on display through September 2 in the Orville Hanchey Gallery at Northwestern State University. The Gallery, located in the Fine Arts Annex, is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Exhibit Director Phyllis Lear said the juried exhibition of pyrotechnical art by collegiate artists from across the United States encompasses all art forms that use fire and heat as part of
Thursday, May 19, 2022Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce to Lead Economic Development Efforts for the Parish
Natchitoches, LA, May 11, 2022 The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce has assumed the lead role in economic development efforts throughout Natchitoches Parish through a strategic alignment with the Natchitoches Economic Development Alliance (NEDA). Chamber President Laura Lyles will serve as the main point of contact and will report to the newly restructured NEDA Board of Directors. Economic Development has long been recognized as being most successful when a local united voice exists. This effort
Thursday, June 21, 2018City of Natchitoches Water System Boil Order
Contact: Janna Jenkins, City of Natchitoches Phone: (318) 352-2746 Email: jjenkins@natchitochesla.gov 6/20/18 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Natchitoches Water System Boil Order NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches would like to advise the public that a boil order has been issued by The Louisiana Department of Health for The City of Natchitoches Water System. The water system test showed the presence of Total Coliform (E.coli). The City of Natchitoches cautions all residents who consume
