The Red River Fire Protection District is hosting an Open House Saturday, July 12 from 10am until 2pm at the Central Station, 205 Ringgold Avenue. Everyone is invited to come see what it’s like behind the scenes at the fire station.

Anderson’s Produce is hosting their 26th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, July 12 from 11am until 1pm. Enjoy a day on the farm with pizza, refreshments and live music. Normal hours will be from 8am -5pm. 

The Coushatta-Red River Chamber of Commerce will host a Farmer’s Market & Maker Fair Saturday, July 19 from 7-11am on Front Street in Coushatta.  Vendor registration is open. No fees required. 

The Red River Tourism Commission is putting on the first Red River Block Fest on July 19 at the Coushatta Ball Park. The family-friendly event goes from noon to 8 p.m. The fun features live music and disc jockeys, a barbeque contest, food and vendors, and games for all ages. For more information or to register, contact Chandra Wilson at 318-564-0031.

The Red River Research Station Homesteader Series: The Basics of Canning and Preserving Food will be July 19, 9:00am-1:00pm. Learn information on: Water bath canning, pressure canning, freezing produce and dehydrating. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP as spaces are limited at 318.741.7430. 

Steve’s Snaketuary will teach a local snake identification and pet snake care class a the Red River Parish Library July 24, 2025 from 2-4pm. See five snakes and get all of your snake questions answered.

Mattel has introduced the first Barbie representing a person with Type 1 diabetes, as part of the toy maker’s wider effort to increase inclusivity among its dolls.