Northwestern State claimed its third straight Southland Conference Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Championship and five out of the last six overall. 

The Blue Essence Dance Company will present its spring recital, “The Awakening,” on May 22nd at 6:30 p.m. at the Red River High School Auditorium. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for the evening performance, which will showcase a variety of dance routines highlighting the talent and hard work of local performers. Guest performances include the Red River High Cheer Team, The Legendary Rangerettes, Legacy Dance Studio, The Glamdolls and The Prancing J-Settes. Tickets are available for $20, which includes admission, an ad book, and a raffle ticket.

The rumors have been confirmed as true! Sea & Sirloin is opening its doors again. It is promised be just like old times–steaks, seafood and the salad bar. No opening date has been announced. 

Celebrate Recovery at Amazing Grace Baptist Church in Coushatta will host a special testimony night on May 27, featuring “Mr. R” sharing his journey from depression, anxiety and low self-esteem to a Christ-centered life of recovery and hope. A meal will be served at 5:30pm followed by the large group session at 6pm at the church, located at 7387 U.S. 371. For more information, contact Frank Rose, Virgie Rose or Pastor R. Joseph Carey.

Red River High School Ring Ceremony is Fri May 29 at 5pm in the school gymnasium.

The Great Louisiana Fair will be back at Louisiana Downs May 29-June16. There will be thrill rides, classic favorites and a midway full of fun.

Red River Junior High will host 8th grade Awards Ceremony June 3 at 1pm. 

Legendary soul singer Clarence Carter recently passed away at the age of 90. He’s known for classic hits like “Strokin'” and “Patches”. 

Are you planning a trip to Mississippi beaches? If so, Mississippi health officials have released a beach advisory urging everyone to stay out of the water at Gulf Coast beaches after recent tests found high levels of fecal bacteria. Beaches include Biloxi, Gulfport, Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis.