NATCHITOCHES, La. — Students and families are arriving at Northwestern State University this weekend as they prepare for the start of the fall semester Monday.

NATCHITOCHES, La. - The Natchitoches Parish School Board discussed updates to the district’s Smart Steps program, transportation operations, early childhood services, sales tax collections and several policy and financial matters during its meeting on Tuesday.

NATCHITOCHES, La. — As Natchitoches residents see potentially higher utility bills during the hot summer months, city leaders say local rates remain among the lowest in the state.

NATCHITOCHES, La. — Two Natchitoches teenagers have been arrested and multiple stolen items recovered following a string of burglaries in the city's Historic District.

NATCHITOCHES, La. - A local mother is going back to school, about 30 years after first putting her education on hold.

NATCHITOCHES, La. — Specialists from the Reuter Organ Co. have completed the reinstallation and digital enhancement of Northwestern State University's pipe organ in Magale Recital Hall.

NATCHITOCHES, La. — Natchitoches police officers are getting a pay increase after a recent vote by the City Council.

NATCHITOCHES, La. -- Christmas Eve is five months away, and the historic town of Natchitoches is already gearing up for a milestone celebration.

NATCHITOCHES, La. — Thousands gathered at Northwestern State University's Prather Coliseum this weekend for the 46th annual Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival, showcasing the region's diverse cultural heritage through music, crafts, and demonstrations.

NATCHITOCHES, La. - A new Louisiana law that took effect July 1 is creating additional opportunities for retired educators to return to the classroom, and Natchitoches Parish School Board Human Resources Director Ramona A. Wynder hopes local retirees will consider answering the call.