The Melrose Arts and Crafts Show scheduled for this weekend, April 18-19, has been canceled due to the threat of severe weather and high winds, which is a safety concern for vendors, attendees and staff. The show has been rescheduled for Oct. 10–11, 2026.
The Natchitoches Jazz/R&B Festival, which is going to be held on the downtown riverbank May 15-16 has released its schedule for its 29th Festival, and as usual, it is chocked full with artists for just about every musical taste, including Jazz, R&B (of course), Country, Rock & Roll, Soul, Gospel, Folk, Blues, Zydeco and much more.
This year’s headliner is multiplatinum Country superstar, Joe Nichols, who will appear on the main stage beginning at 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 16. Preceding Nichols will be American Idol runner up and Louisiana native John Foster at 7 p.m., local and regional favorites and Louisiana Music Hall of Fame members Johnny Earthquake and the Moondogs at 5:25 p.m., hit making R&B/Soul singer, Tiffany Rachal at 3:40 p.m., Natchitoches’ own Country music legend and Curb Recording artist Trini Triggs at 2:35 p.m., with the music being kicked off on the Main Stage by Zydeco legend, Gerard Delafose.
There will be over 15 bands on three stages with the schedule for the Fleur De Lis Stage and Roque House Stage listed below. For the first time ever there will also be a Natchitoches Original Music Showcase Stage located at Beau Jardin. That stage will feature mostly Natchitoches artists performing their original music.
The fun begins on Friday night with Tribute to Legends night which will begin with Led Zeppelin tribute band, The Zeppelin Project at 7 p.m. featuring a faithful recreation of the super group’s hits.
Prior to the Zeppelin, will be Waterloo, the nation’s premiere ABBA tribute act will faithfully create the 70’s Swedish super group’s concert, including dancers and a lights show. Attendees are encouraged dress up and sing along.
As always, there will be plenty of great food and kids’ activities at this family event. For more information and to order tickets go to http://www.natchjazzfest.com
Fleur De Lis Stage
12:00 – 1:00 Snake Doctors. Led by grizzled veteran, Ed Huey, this Natchitoches based Doctors prescription will be an eclectic blend of Blues, Jazz, Folk, with a little Rock & Roll and R&B thrown in. You will hear things you’ve never heard before from this entertaining group.
1:10 – 2:10 The Luke Brouillette Jazz Trio (Traditional and Modern Jazz). Led by guitarist Luke Brouillette, this trio which includes Sammy Nix on drums and Dion Pierre on bass will play through well-loved jazz standards featuring Swing, Latin, and Bebop. Listen and watch while these virtuosos perform some righteous jazz.
2:20 – 3:20 Deep Water Rehab – (Classic, Southern Rock, Country, Originals & Covers). This Winnfield-based band covering Classic & Southern Rock, Country, and even some R&B tunes. They’ll also be performing cuts from their album of original songs which recently dropped.
3:30 – 4:30 Gumbo Delux – (R&B/Soul). This is a high-energy Shreveport based Soul/R&B group serving up a spicy mix of covers of great songs of yesterday and today.
4:45 – 5:45 Junior the Third – (Blues and Jazz). This Shreveport based trio started out as raw, stripped-down Blues and has stretched into something deeper, shaped by soulful jams, old standards, and the kind of feel you can’t fake. Pulling from the well of Delta and Hill Country blues, they built a sound that’s less about polish and more about pocket.
6:00 – 7:00 Becky Birdwell and the Shuffle Kings (Classic Rock/R&B/Country/Gospel). Becky and her family band has been a fixture at the festival for many years and play a crowd-pleasing mixture of classic rock, R&B, Country with some gospel thrown in.
Roque House Stage
1:00 – 2:00 The Amazing! Rhythm Disciples (Gospel/R&B/Rock/Country/Inspirational). This Natchitoches-based Gospel/Inspiration group will perform an eclectic blend of secular and traditional gospel music which will include some Rock & Roll, Country, Rhythm & Blues and Contemporary Christian songs. Their set includes some unique “Mash Ups” of traditional hymns with more modern secular music. All of it, music with a message!
2:10 – 3:10 Jenny & Kelli (Harmonious Rock, Covers, & Originals). These popular Natchitoches songbirds play a rousing blend of songs that you know and love along with a few of their very own originals. Every song will feature their spectacular angelic harmonies.
3:20 – 4:20 Broken Peaces – (Classic Rock). This kind of a “Super Group,” made up of members of various bands who have come together to make some great high-energy music, focusing mainly on the Rock & Roll of the 70’s through the 90’s.
4:35 – 5:35 Badd Apple – (Classic Rock/ R&B). Led by local legend, Billy O’Con, featuring some of the finest musicians in north Louisiana, this rocking group will have everyone on their feet and dancing from the first note.
5:50 – 6:50 Jester – (Rock and Blues). This 3-piece high-energy band, exploding out of Bossier City is fronted by 13 year old guitar protégé and vocalist, Odin Cobb, and is fueled by the thunderous drive of a 17 year old drummer and locked in tight by a veteran bassist. Don’t miss this highly entertaining act.
Advance tickets may be purchased at http://www.natchjazzfest.com
Digital news network’s no-paywall model drives advertising reach in underserved markets
By Frank Johnson
Special Report
The Parish Journals of Louisiana generated 17.6 million articles read in 2025 across 17 parishes in northwest and central Louisiana, according to site analytics data, establishing the digital network as a significant advertising platform in markets traditional media increasingly abandons. While many social media platforms get their “counts” by you simply scrolling across their article or post, the 17.6 million Parish Journals analytics are specifically from articles opened and read – a huge difference for those who understand the value of that!
The network, operated by Journal Services LLC, maintains individual publications serving Avoyelles, Bienville, Claiborne, DeSoto, Grant, Jackson, LaSalle, Lincoln, Natchitoches, Rapides, Red River, Sabine, Vernon, Webster and Winn parishes, plus the Shreveport-Bossier Journal covering Caddo and Bossier parishes.
Unlike legacy newspapers implementing paywalls while reducing rural coverage, Parish Journals publications remain entirely FREE to readers — a model creating distinct advantages for advertisers seeking reach beyond metropolitan markets.
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Parish Journals articles continue generating traffic and advertising impressions weeks or months after publication as readers discover and share content without access restrictions. High school sports coverage particularly demonstrates this sustained engagement as families share game stories and season recaps long after initial publication.
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Advertisers can execute both broad regional campaigns and parish-specific initiatives through a single media partner while maintaining unlimited organic reach through social sharing.
Contact Journal Services LLC to discuss your advertising strategy.
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As consolidation reshapes Louisiana media markets and legacy publications reduce rural coverage while implementing subscription barriers, Parish Journals has systematically expanded into underserved communities.
The result: comprehensive regional reach combined with genuine local focus across individual parish markets, without subscription barriers limiting advertising effectiveness.
The network’s 2025 performance — 17.6 million articles read across 17 parishes — demonstrates sustained audience engagement in markets where traditional news operations struggle to maintain profitability.
For businesses seeking connections with audiences across northwest and central Louisiana’s diverse communities, the platform provides documented reach and engagement with the structural advantage of unrestricted content access multiplying advertising distribution.
Contact Journal Services LLC regarding advertising rates and partnership opportunities.
For children with developmental challenges or medical conditions, a traditional playground can limit their access to play, while adaptive playgrounds break down barriers and allow these children to foster social skills and a sense of belonging.
In September, CHRISTUS Health received a generous donation from the Ace Hardware Foundation to fund the installation of a new outdoor adaptive playground at CHRISTUS Kids Clinic – Coushatta. “This donation was the seed that allowed this new space to grow and flourish by purchasing the playground equipment totaling $25,000,” said Amy Heron, executive director of philanthropy at CHRISTUS Foundation Shreveport-Bossier. “Then our dedicated Children’s Miracle Network partners Walmart, Dairy Queen, Love’s Travel Stops, Valvoline and Ace Hardware stepped in with their fundraising efforts, along with committed individual donors and CHRISTUS Associate donors to provide an additional $100,000 to bring the playground to life. Safety and security were top of mind with the fence and enhanced ground surface to allow for play and mobility for children with all types of exceptionalities.”
The playground features adaptive swings and slides, sensory-friendly musical elements and equipment that promotes mobility, balance and coordination, creating an inclusive space where therapy and play come together.
Open five days a week, CHRISTUS Kids Clinic – Coushatta offers specialized pediatric therapies for children from birth to age 21, helping them reach developmental milestones and build essential life skills through movement, communication, feeding and play. The clinic supports children with developmental challenges or medical conditions such as cerebral palsy, muscular disorders, autism, language delays, Down syndrome and hearing impairments, providing high-quality care tailored to each child’s specific needs. “This adaptive playground is something truly special for our patients, their families and our Associates,” said Lisa Hooper, outpatient rehabilitation manager, CHRISTUS Shreveport-Bossier Health System. “Each piece of equipment was thoughtfully designed to meet the unique needs of our children, ensuring every child we serve has access to play, the true work of childhood.”
For the parents of children who benefit from this unique playground, the joy it brings is unimaginable. “CHRISTUS Kids Clinic – Coushatta has blessed our family in more ways than I can say, and the new addition of the outdoor therapy play area is one of those blessings,” said Hannah Long, whose son Marc is a patient. “Marc has lost so many abilities because of Battens disease, and a simple outing to a ‘normal’ playground isn’t an option for him. He can’t slide, can’t swing, can’t run in the sun like other children can. The new outdoor therapy play area has created that space for children like Marc. He can swing, climb the stairs and slide, can stand in the sun and play the drums again like he used to. It’s such a blessing and has brought so much joy and many smiles to not only Marc, but me as his mother.”
Lindsay and Dan Dupree share, “Play is an essential part of childhood, whether that be indoors or outdoors. Children with special needs are often left out of typical play because they don’t fit the mold. At CHRISTUS Kids Clinic – Coushatta they went above and beyond not only indoors but outdoors to provide an inclusive playground where kids like our son Cole can be himself. The playground allows our children to play and experience laughter and fun without worrying.”
Beyond the clinic walls, this space represents a meaningful investment in the community. Now, CHRISTUS invites the community to support the next phase of this project by contributing to the
purchase of a shade structure and fans for the new playground, creating a safer, more comfortable space for children and families to enjoy year-round.
“Creating this outdoor adaptive playground has been exciting and meaningful and has only been possible because of philanthropy,” said Heron. “The final phase will allow us to maximize the use of the playground, year-round by adding sunshades and fans to help protect the children and therapists from the beaming Louisiana heat and sun. Many of our patients have medical conditions that affect their ability to regulate their body temperature, making the shades not just a luxury, but a medical necessity. We need to raise $25,000 to fund this necessary playground coverage. Your gift to help the kids will make a meaningful impact and ensure they have the best and safest experience.”
Donations can be made online at christus.io/SPBCMN or by mail to CHRISTUS Foundation Shreveport-Bossier, 1400 East Bert Kouns, Suite 104, Shreveport, LA 71105. Please notate on your check that you would like your donation to fund Kids Clinic Coushatta.
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PRIOR REAL ESTATE ADS
LAND FOR SALE: Haughton, Louisiana
The Town of Stonewall is in the heart of the Haynesville Shale and one of the fastest growing communities in the Ark-La-Tex due to its excellent public education opportunities and low crime rate. Alcohol sales have been recently approved by the voters. Stonewall should also benefit from federal money allocated to build a North Desoto Parish Sewer District. This property is on Hwy 171 inside Stonewall and has city water. The Stonewall Frierson Road East of I-49 is being redesignated as I-69 Spur to allow the Port of Caddo Bossier truck traffic direct access to I-49.
The entire tract is built up, level and drains well
Two LaDOTD commercial driveways are available
No known environmental issues or other development issues
Existing manufactured home and outbuildings will be removed by Seller
Walker-Alley & Associates
Chris Stokes
Associate Broker
chris@walkeralley.com
318-222-2022
318-564-7906
Danielle Cummings
Commercial/Residential
danielle@walkeralley.com
318-572-7926
318-572-7926
Sale Price: $2,100,000
Price Per Acre: $475.1K/ac
Acres: 4.42 ac
Is Vacant: Yes
Zoning: COMMERCIAL
Sale Terms: Cash to Seller
Nearest MSA: Shreveport-Bossier City
Property Use Type: Vacant/Owner-User
Property Status: Existing
Vehicles Per Day: 12,000 VPD
Lot Frontage: 451 ft
Lot Size: 500′ deep
Adjacent Parcels Available: Yes
Topography: Level
Soil Type: Clay
Nearest Interstate: I-49 – 5 mi
Nearest Highway: Hwy 171
Nearest Airport: Shreveport Regional Airport – 20 mi
Nearest Port: Port of Caddo Bossier – 20 mi
Parish: DeSoto Parish
Listing ID: 521c27d2
Parcel APN: 0200226390
Beautiful Homesite – This place is less than 2 miles from I-49, so it has easy access to everywhere, without having to pay those high in-town property prices. There are no utilities on site, and this property will require some clearing, a septic system and a water well. BUT there are no restrictions, you can build a house, barndo, install a manufactured home the possibilities are endless.
Lot #1 Price: 169,900.00
Lot #3 Price: $95,000.00
Location/Address: Persley Rd, Stonewall, LA 71078 (DeSoto Parish)
Lot #1 Property Size: 7.17 Acres
Lot #3 Property Size: 4.05 Acres
Parcel Number: 02001666450
Zoning Description: Residential
Owner/Contact:
Contact: Hayli Cagle
Phone: 318-210-6939
eMail: haylicagle@kw.com
Keller Williams Realty Northwest Louisiana
795 Brook Hollow Dr
Shreveport, LA 71105
Sale Type:
Lump sum sealed bid opening 1pm (ct), Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 with bid luncheon at 12pm ct.
Overview Caddo Parish, Louisiana:
3-tracts totaling
1,944 acres (1,958deed acres) with 1,042-acres in planted pine (averaging: age 27, dbh11.5”, tpa250), 377-acres in natural pine (averaging: age 30, dbh12.6”, tpa119)
372-acres in natural hardwood with scattered pine (averaging: age 29, dbh7.6”, tpa126)
153-acres in roads and non-timber (rows, decks, pads, & ponds). All 3-tracts have active hunting leases $6-$10/acre, which transfers with sale.
Paved road access on state highway LA1(2), paved Parish Rd 150 and paved Parish Rd 117 (Boyter Road). Tracts within 3-miles southwest of Vivian city in northwest Louisiana. Logging capabilities average 8-months per year on roadside stands. A dozer and bushhogs are currently clearing roads, along with a culvert installation.
Complete detailed prospectus package with original tally workups by stand in adobe and excel, kml/shp based stand maps, and npv excel interactive program are available by emailing or calling Colleen 870-299-0978 or Ted 870-299-0977.
A Reynolds Forestry 4-wheel drive large SUV is at the Vivian airport for anyone who flies in; Reynolds Forestry has a p210n 6-seater which is also available to transport prospects within 4-state area; call Ted/Colleen to schedule.
Bid Opening:
Reynolds Forestry Office, 2315 North Vine Street, Magnolia, Arkansas 71753 (bidder attendance welcome). Lunch provided in conference room at 12pm (RSVP for meal) and bid opening at 1pm. Drive round to back porch door.
Bid Options:
Sealed bid by individual tract and/or cumulative for all 3-tracts and/or any 2-tract combination. Acceptance based on highest of cumulated individual bids compared to highest cumulative and highest two-tract combination (with highest single added for comparison to cumulative bids).
Contact: colleen@reynoldsforestry.com
Website: Land Sales Link
Google Maps Link: Click Here
Phone: 870-299-0978
Reservation: Minerals reserved and seller reserves right to reject any and/or all offers.
Closing: Within 60 days of acceptance, overseen by RFC&RE, attorney, and abstractor. 2% Earnest of winning bid (minimum $20,000) due within 5 business days of offer acceptance. Title insurance, revenue stamps, and closing admin fee divided equally. Taxes prorated. Closing costs increased by buyer paid by buyer (10% per annum daily prorate fee for buyer closing extension). No other terms exist outside this document unless duly executed by all parties. Submitted offers (verbal & written) legally binding to all terms stated in this prospectus, deviating party responsible for reimbursing legal costs related to ensuring compliance.
Disclosure: Reynolds Forestry does not guarantee boundaries or volumes
Sale Type:
Lump sum sealed bid opening 1pm (ct), Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 with bid luncheon at 12pm ct.
Overview Caddo Parish, Louisiana:
3-tracts totaling
1,944 acres (1,958deed acres) with 1,042-acres in planted pine (averaging: age 27, dbh11.5”, tpa250), 377-acres in natural pine (averaging: age 30, dbh12.6”, tpa119)
372-acres in natural hardwood with scattered pine (averaging: age 29, dbh7.6”, tpa126)
153-acres in roads and non-timber (rows, decks, pads, & ponds). All 3-tracts have active hunting leases $6-$10/acre, which transfers with sale.
Paved road access on state highway LA1(2), paved Parish Rd 150 and paved Parish Rd 117 (Boyter Road). Tracts within 3-miles southwest of Vivian city in northwest Louisiana. Logging capabilities average 8-months per year on roadside stands. A dozer and bushhogs are currently clearing roads, along with a culvert installation.
Complete detailed prospectus package with original tally workups by stand in adobe and excel, kml/shp based stand maps, and npv excel interactive program are available by emailing or calling Colleen 870-299-0978 or Ted 870-299-0977.
A Reynolds Forestry 4-wheel drive large SUV is at the Vivian airport for anyone who flies in; Reynolds Forestry has a p210n 6-seater which is also available to transport prospects within 4-state area; call Ted/Colleen to schedule.
Bid Opening:
Reynolds Forestry Office, 2315 North Vine Street, Magnolia, Arkansas 71753 (bidder attendance welcome). Lunch provided in conference room at 12pm (RSVP for meal) and bid opening at 1pm. Drive round to back porch door.
Bid Options:
Sealed bid by individual tract and/or cumulative for all 3-tracts and/or any 2-tract combination. Acceptance based on highest of cumulated individual bids compared to highest cumulative and highest two-tract combination (with highest single added for comparison to cumulative bids).
Contact: colleen@reynoldsforestry.com
Website: Land Sales Link
Google Maps Link: Click Here
Phone: 870-299-0978
Reservation: Minerals reserved and seller reserves right to reject any and/or all offers.
Closing: Within 60 days of acceptance, overseen by RFC&RE, attorney, and abstractor. 2% Earnest of winning bid (minimum $20,000) due within 5 business days of offer acceptance. Title insurance, revenue stamps, and closing admin fee divided equally. Taxes prorated. Closing costs increased by buyer paid by buyer (10% per annum daily prorate fee for buyer closing extension). No other terms exist outside this document unless duly executed by all parties. Submitted offers (verbal & written) legally binding to all terms stated in this prospectus, deviating party responsible for reimbursing legal costs related to ensuring compliance.
Disclosure: Reynolds Forestry does not guarantee boundaries or volumes
Sale Type:
Lump sum sealed bid opening 1pm (ct), Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 with bid luncheon at 12pm ct.
Overview Caddo Parish, Louisiana:
3-tracts totaling
1,944 acres (1,958deed acres) with 1,042-acres in planted pine (averaging: age 27, dbh11.5”, tpa250), 377-acres in natural pine (averaging: age 30, dbh12.6”, tpa119)
372-acres in natural hardwood with scattered pine (averaging: age 29, dbh7.6”, tpa126)
153-acres in roads and non-timber (rows, decks, pads, & ponds). All 3-tracts have active hunting leases $6-$10/acre, which transfers with sale.
Paved road access on state highway LA1(2), paved Parish Rd 150 and paved Parish Rd 117 (Boyter Road). Tracts within 3-miles southwest of Vivian city in northwest Louisiana. Logging capabilities average 8-months per year on roadside stands. A dozer and bushhogs are currently clearing roads, along with a culvert installation.
Complete detailed prospectus package with original tally workups by stand in adobe and excel, kml/shp based stand maps, and npv excel interactive program are available by emailing or calling Colleen 870-299-0978 or Ted 870-299-0977.
A Reynolds Forestry 4-wheel drive large SUV is at the Vivian airport for anyone who flies in; Reynolds Forestry has a p210n 6-seater which is also available to transport prospects within 4-state area; call Ted/Colleen to schedule.
Bid Opening:
Reynolds Forestry Office, 2315 North Vine Street, Magnolia, Arkansas 71753 (bidder attendance welcome). Lunch provided in conference room at 12pm (RSVP for meal) and bid opening at 1pm. Drive round to back porch door.
Bid Options:
Sealed bid by individual tract and/or cumulative for all 3-tracts and/or any 2-tract combination. Acceptance based on highest of cumulated individual bids compared to highest cumulative and highest two-tract combination (with highest single added for comparison to cumulative bids).
Contact: colleen@reynoldsforestry.com
Website: Land Sales Link
Google Maps Link: Click Here
Phone: 870-299-0978
Reservation: Minerals reserved and seller reserves right to reject any and/or all offers.
Closing: Within 60 days of acceptance, overseen by RFC&RE, attorney, and abstractor. 2% Earnest of winning bid (minimum $20,000) due within 5 business days of offer acceptance. Title insurance, revenue stamps, and closing admin fee divided equally. Taxes prorated. Closing costs increased by buyer paid by buyer (10% per annum daily prorate fee for buyer closing extension). No other terms exist outside this document unless duly executed by all parties. Submitted offers (verbal & written) legally binding to all terms stated in this prospectus, deviating party responsible for reimbursing legal costs related to ensuring compliance.
Disclosure: Reynolds Forestry does not guarantee boundaries or volumes
Paid Editorial Feature – The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of the Journal.
Last month, OnPath Federal Credit Union agreed to buy Heritage Bank of St. Tammany in Covington, Louisiana, a century-old institution with deep local roots. The deal was hailed by OnPath CEO Jared Freeman, who praised Heritage’s “unwavering commitment to the local community.” But what Freeman failed to mention is that the acquisition will rob that community of a critical source of revenue.
Because OnPath is a credit union and thus tax-exempt, the deal means that St. Tammany Parish will lose a reliable stream of tax payments. Those dollars help fund schools, pay essential public servants like police officers and firefighters, and support other vital public services across the parish. Once the acquisition is finalized, that revenue will disappear, and the burden of making up the difference will fall squarely on the shoulders of local taxpayers.
The example of OnPath in Louisiana illustrates a much bigger problem across the country: credit unions are no longer the small, member-focused institutions they were established to be. Many have grown into large financial operations, similar to banks, all while enjoying tax-exempt status. Lawmakers must investigate whether credit unions’ tax-exempt status is still necessary in light of their significant growth, which is ultimately leaching revenue from state and local governments and setting the stage for higher taxes on local communities.
The situation in Louisiana is not the first. Texas Dow Employees Credit Union (TDECU) had planned to acquire Sabine Bank and Trust, which is based in Many, Louisiana. Although TDECU ultimately backed away from the acquisition, it underscores the fact that credit unions have strayed far from the original mission Congress envisioned when it exempted them from most federal, state, and local taxes under the Federal Credit Union Act. It’s time for Congress to revisit whether the tax breaks are still justified.
Credit unions like TDECU have grown into large financial institutions by leveraging taxpayer subsidies. Far from its founding mission to serve the residents of Lake Jackson, Texas, TDECU now serves over 380,000 members across the state. Ending 2024 with $4.8 billion in total assets, TDECU’s services have widened to include wealth management investment products through its partnership with LPL Financial, which they even acknowledge as being a conflict of interest. The growth doesn’t stop there. Credit unions are buying community banks at a time when bank consolidation and burdensome regulations are putting extreme pressure on banks’ bottom lines. The current regulatory environment and credit union acquisitions are exacerbating bank consolidation. In fact, data from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) shows that the number of community banks dropped by 46% over the last two decades, falling from 7,620 in 2003 to 4,129 in 2023. Credit unions are thriving, and skirting taxes while community banks are getting squeezed.
One negative outcome of tax-exempt credit unions acquiring community banks is that local and state governments lose revenue. This essential tax revenue helps fund local schools, projects, and infrastructure. The state of Louisiana has a bank shares tax that funds local communities, but when a credit union acquires a bank, it eliminates that source of revenue and results in less funding for local services. The shortfall in revenue could compel a parish to raise taxes on households to maintain a balanced budget. According to the Tax Foundation, “since 2011, more than 100 credit union–bank acquisition deals have been announced across the country.” Credit unions get to grow and avoid paying taxes, while American households across the country are getting forced to foot the bill at the end of the day.
Americans expect transparency, safeguards, and a level playing field from banks. These same principles should apply to credit unions. This is not about eliminating credit unions; it is about accountability and ensuring the law matches credit unions’ behavior. In an era where credit unions operate more like large financial institutions and less like community-oriented lenders, Congress should conduct oversight hearings and reexamine whether their tax-exempt status still aligns with their actions today. Louisiana taxpayers, in towns like Many and Covington, and in parishes around the state, should not have to pay more taxes because the law, as currently written, allows credit unions to exploit their tax loophole.
Ken Hale is the President & Chief Executive Officer of BOM Bank
The Smith family is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter for the Ashley OUTLET in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Effective immediately, Dane Terrell and his trusted Ivan Smith team will assume responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the store.
Dane brings with him a proven ability to connect with people and lead with integrity—a combination that aligns perfectly with the values our family business was built on. We have a high degree of confidence in the future of our Ashley OUTLET under his leadership.
With this change, customers can expect an even more seamless shopping experience across both of our Natchitoches locations. Shoppers will now be able to work with their favorite salespeople at either store, continuing the relationships they’ve built over the years.
In addition, we are proud to continue offering the in-store financing options that our community has trusted and relied on for generations—now available at the Ashley OUTLET as well.
We are deeply thankful for the continued support of the Natchitoches community. Your loyalty has allowed us to grow and serve in new ways, and we look forward to this exciting next step together
Northwestern State University recently honored Dr. Julie McDonald for a career in education that has spanned more than four decades, beginning with manual typewriters and ending in an era of advanced technology and artificial intelligence.
A native of Coushatta, McDonald first enrolled at NSU as an accounting major, determined not to follow in the footsteps of her mother, a teacher. That plan changed, and in 1979 she graduated in just three years with a double major in business and distributive education. At just 21 years old, she began teaching at Campti High School, where she spent a decade — with a short break for the birth of her child.
The next step in her career, a one-year temporary contract at NSU, soon became a lifelong commitment. Over the next 39 years, McDonald taught thousands of students, served as advisor for the college’s Future Business Leaders of America group, and worked alongside colleagues who were once her students.
Her own education continued along the way. She earned her master’s degree in education and a “30 Plus” degree — 30 hours beyond her master’s — before completing her Ph.D. in vocational education from LSU. That doctorate was achieved while working full time and raising four children, without the convenience of online courses. Instead, she commuted weekly to Baton Rouge for a year and a half and spent summers there, all with the support of her NSU family.
McDonald’s teaching motto was inspired by a plaque she first received while teaching high school: “To teach is to touch a life forever.” That plaque hung in her office for 45 years. She says some of her most meaningful moments have been hearing from former students who tell her they remember something she taught or that she made a difference in their lives.
As she retires, McDonald reflects on a career and life rooted deeply in the Natchitoches community. “It’s been a good 45 years, and I wouldn’t have done anything different. It fit my family, and NSU has been good to me,” she said.
The NSU College of Business held a reception on Aug. 11 celebrating her retirement, with past coworkers, colleagues, friends, and family honoring the legacy of a teacher who has touched generations.
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After years of dormancy, oil and natural gas exploration is experiencing a significant resurgence in Natchitoches Parish, driven by renewed interest in the prolific Haynesville Shale formation and rising demand for clean-burning natural gas.
Haynesville Shale Drives the Revival
The comeback is largely attributed to the expansion of Haynesville Shale activity into northern Natchitoches Parish. The Haynesville formation, which extends across northwest Louisiana and northeast Texas, contains an estimated 300 to 500 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas reserves, making it one of the most significant shale gas resources in North America.
Natchitoches Parish currently ranks #7 in Louisiana for barrel of oil equivalent (BOE) production as of October 2024, with the parish’s oil and gas infrastructure supporting 934 wells drilled between January 1977 and October 2024. Recent data shows the parish produced 524 barrels of oil and 126,600 thousand cubic feet of natural gas in June 2024 alone.
Economic Impact and Local Activity
The resurgence has brought noticeable economic activity to the region, with leasing activity expanding beyond traditional hotspots to new areas across the parish. Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court David Stamey said that there is no surprise that leasing activity has continued in the Northern portion of the parish, especially along the borders with Desoto, Red River and Sabine Parishes, but the new areas of leasing is what had him excited. “For the first time in many years, we have had leases filed in areas around Robeline. They extend towards Marthaville, the Shady Grove area and even along Hwy 6.”
Stamey noted the increased activity at his office: “Our office has been visited by many abstractors checking titles in person for conveyance information prior to 1920. Those same companies do a lot of their title checks on line for information we have available back to 1920. We welcome those abstractors to the office because we know that the results of their work can bring great news to our citizens and to the economy.”
A quick review of the Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court records shows that over 200 leases have been filed in the Parish records since January 1, 2025. (The NPJ pulled a list of leases from the Public Records in Natchitoches Parish online service – Attached)
The renewed activity comes at a time when natural gas is again in high demand, and the Haynesville has at least 300 trillion cubic feet in reserve. Industry experts note that after spending much of the past decade overshadowed by liquids-rich shale basins, the Haynesville formation is experiencing a dramatic comeback.
Strategic Positioning
Natchitoches Parish’s position within the broader Haynesville play provides significant advantages for energy development. Some of the world’s largest petrochemical complexes and LNG export facilities are located on the Texas and Louisiana gulf coast near the Haynesville Shale play, creating ready markets for the region’s natural gas production.
The timing of this resurgence aligns with global energy trends. Global LNG trade will rise 21% by 2025 from 2019, reaching 585 billion cubic meters, creating sustained demand for the type of clean-burning natural gas that Natchitoches Parish can provide.
Looking Forward
The boundaries of what we typically think of as the Haynesville Shale in Northeast Texas and Northwest Louisiana are expanding, suggesting that Natchitoches Parish may see even more exploration activity in the coming years. Recent industry reports indicate that Haynesville Shale has 349 wells drilled in 2023, demonstrating continued robust investment in the formation.
The return of oil and gas exploration represents a significant economic opportunity for Natchitoches Parish, bringing jobs, tax revenue, and renewed investment to the region. As energy companies continue to recognize the value of the parish’s mineral resources and its strategic location within the Haynesville formation, residents can expect continued growth in exploration and production activities.
Local officials and industry observers remain optimistic about the long-term prospects for energy development in the parish, particularly as global demand for reliable, clean-burning natural gas continues to grow and technological advances make previously uneconomical resources viable for development.
Important Notice: Oil and gas leasing involves highly sophisticated legal and financial considerations. Property owners considering lease agreements are strongly advised to consult with an experienced oil and gas attorney before signing any documents. These complex contracts can have long-lasting implications for mineral rights, royalty payments, and property use. Professional legal guidance is essential to ensure fair terms and protect landowner interests throughout the leasing process.
For thousands of Americans each year, applying for Social Security Disability benefits becomes a frustrating, confusing, and often disheartening process. Many who are physically or mentally unable to work find themselves buried in paperwork, unsure how to move forward after being denied. But in Natchitoches, one law firm has built its reputation on standing beside those individuals, step by step, appeal by appeal.
“We meet people at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives,” said attorney Eddie Harrington. “They’re hurting, they’re unable to work, and they feel like the system has forgotten them. We are honored to be able to help folks through that.”
SSI vs. SSDI: What You Need to Know
Before tackling the application process, Harrington stresses the importance of understanding the two types of disability benefits offered by the Social Security Administration: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
“SSDI is for individuals who have worked and paid into the Social Security system over the years. You earn it through your work history,” Harrington explained. “SSI is different. It’s for those with limited income and resources, even if they haven’t built up a strong work history or never paid into Social Security. It’s a safety net for the most financially vulnerable. However, in SSI your assets can affect how much you can receive in benefits.”
While the qualifications differ, both programs require proof that the applicant is unable to work due to a physical or mental impairment that is expected to last at least a year or result in death.
The Process Can Be Long—But You’re Not Alone
The application process typically begins with filing an initial claim with the Social Security Administration. Unfortunately, most first-time applications are denied.
“That first denial catches people off guard,” Harrington said. “They think, ‘I’m obviously sick, I can’t work, why was I denied?’ But the SSA’s process is incredibly strict and technical. You have to meet very specific legal definitions and provide the right evidence. That’s where we come in.”
After an initial denial, applicants must file a Request for Reconsideration. If denied again, which is often the case, the next step is to request a hearing before an administrative law judge. That hearing stage is often where many applicants are finally successful but getting there can take months or even more than a year.
“We’re with our clients every step of the way,” Harrington said. “From the first form to the final hearing, we fight for our clients like they’re family. We prepare the case, gather the medical records, build the arguments, and stand beside them when they need someone the most.”
Why They Do What They Do
For Harrington and his team, this work is personal.
“We’re proud to be part of this community,” he said. “We see the faces behind these files, these are our neighbors, our former teachers, our friends’ parents. We’re humbled to help them because they deserve dignity, support, and justice.”
Harrington adds that he often sees people give up on their claims out of frustration or fear, especially when going up against a slow and complicated system.
“That’s heartbreaking because so many of them are entitled to help, they just need someone in their corner who won’t back down,” he said. “We take that responsibility seriously. When we take a case, we treat our clients like family and fight just as hard as we would for our own.”
A Message of Hope
If you or a loved one is considering applying for Social Security Disability, or has already been denied, The Harrington Law Firm encourages you not to give up.
“It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but you don’t have to go through it alone,” Harrington said. “Let us handle the process. You focus on your health and we’ll take care of the rest.”
For a free consultation or more information, contact The Harrington Law Firm. Help is just a phone call away.
Baton Rouge, LA – July 24, 2025 – Friends of Louisiana Public Broadcasting (Friends of LPB) is proud to announce the appointment of Billy West of Natchitoches to its Board of Directors. West brings with him a wealth of experience, community spirit, and a deep appreciation for the importance of public broadcasting and educational programming in Louisiana.
Friends of LPB’s mission is to cultivate members, funding, and resources that enhance and expand LPB’s programming and educational initiatives. Driven by a strong commitment to education, opportunity, and access, the organization supports LPB in its role as Louisiana’s largest classroom—providing free, high-quality educational resources for children and families, along with trusted emergency information and enriching cultural programming for communities statewide.
“Billy West’s passion for education and community engagement makes him an invaluable addition to our board,” said Bo Harris, Board Chair. “We are confident that his leadership and vision will help us continue to advance LPB’s mission and expand its impact across Louisiana.”
As a board member, West will play a critical role in strengthening fundraising efforts and expanding community outreach at a time when public media is facing significant challenges and a growing demand for quality, educational content. His leadership will help ensure that LPB remains a vital resource for communities across Louisiana.
For more information about Friends of LPB and its mission, visit www.friendsoflpb.org.
The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) of Natchitoches proudly welcomed State Representative Gabe Firment for an in-depth tour of the Center this week. During his visit, Rep. Firment met with staff and volunteers, gaining firsthand insight into the life-affirming work the Center provides to women, children, and families throughout the region.
Rep. Firment was introduced to WRC’s full suite of services, including pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, parenting education, and material assistance. He observed the Rose Long Educational Center and the Little Rose Boutique, which adds a confidential education space and a boutique offering diapers, formula, baby food, clothing, and essential baby supplies.
Executive Director Nicole Woods emphasized the importance of Rep. Firment’s visit: “Representative Firment’s visit shines a light on the vital services we provide and underscores the continued need for both community and legislative support to reach more families. He has been a strong advocate for maternal wellness centers, dedicating his efforts both in Baton Rouge and throughout his district.”
Founded in 1989, the Women’s Resource Center remains committed to its mission of walking alongside women with truth, grace, and practical support. In June 2025, WRC postured itself as a recognized Maternal Wellness Center, strengthening its capacity to safeguard maternal and infant health. Firment’s support of the Maternal Wellness Center Tax Credit demonstrates his commitment to strengthening resources for women and families by encouraging community investment in life-affirming care.
The Women’s Resource Center is a Christ-centered nonprofit providing free, confidential support to women navigating pregnancy and early motherhood. Services include pregnancy testing, options counseling, prenatal and parenting education, material aid, and community referrals. All women, regardless of income or insurance status, are offered free, confidential services at WRC, including pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, education, emotional support, and access to essential baby items.
Pictured left to right are: State Representative Gabe Firment, WRC Director Nicole Woods, WRC Program Manager Sandy Keller and WRC Office Manager Brandi Kay.
The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) of Natchitoches is proud to announce its new classification as an official Maternal Wellness Center by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH). This recognition affirms WRC’s longstanding commitment to supporting women through all stages of pregnancy and early motherhood with holistic, compassionate and life-affirming care.
As a designated Maternal Wellness Center, WRC meets the state’s expanded standards for providing comprehensive support services, including:
“We are honored to receive this designation,” said K. Nicole Woods, Executive Director of WRC. “This is a powerful affirmation of the work our staff and volunteers have been doing for years—walking alongside women in our community and ensuring they have the resources and support they need to thrive.”
The Maternal Wellness Center classification allows the Women’s Resource Center to continue building stronger partnerships across healthcare, faith-based and community sectors, ensuring that every woman who walks through its doors is seen, heard and supported—physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Located in the heart of Natchitoches, WRC has served thousands of women and families since its founding. With this new designation, the center is poised to expand its reach and deepen its impact throughout the region.
“What began in 1989 as a mission to serve women in the Natchitoches community has grown into a volunteer-driven mission serving clients from across the state,” says Woods.
For more information about our services, volunteer opportunities or to donate, visit wrcnatchitoches.org or call 318-357-8888.
The Harrington Law Firm in Natchitoches, while providing their clients with a small-town family feel, at the same time provides top notch legal representation as recognized by the nation’s leader in attorneys’ ratings.
“Some might call our business model a little ‘hokey’ or old-fashioned, but it is something that we truly believe in,” said partner Eddie Harrington when referring to the family approach to their business.
“My Dad (Rodney) and I are obviously family and the members of our staff have each been with us many years, and some cases, decades.” He continued, “We consider them to be part of our family as well and when someone becomes our client, we tell them that they have become a part of the Harrington Law Firm family.”
Harrington said that the attorneys and staff at the firm endeavor to treat every client the same as if they were an actual blood relative.
“Every client who comes to see us is involved in one type of stressful situation or another,” Harrington concluded. “They’ve either been in an automobile accident, are having financial problems, have been denied Social Security Disability, or are dealing with some other serious issue. We find that they are comforted by the fact that not only are we going to take care of their business, but we truly treat them like our own family members.”
When it comes to taking care of their clients’ business, one highly respected attorneys’ rating service says that the Harrington Law Firm does that as well as any firm in the country.
Martindale-Hubbell, the leading world-wide legal information service, which has been providing background information on lawyers and law firms in the United States and other countries for over 150 years, has given the Harrington Law Firm and partners C. Rodney Harrington and “AV Preeminent Rating,” the company’s highest rating. According to Martindale-Hubbell, the “AV Preeminent Rating,” which is established by the company obtaining peer reviews from other attorneys in the same geographical area, recognizes law firms and attorneys for their strong legal ability and high ethical standards.
An elite group of approximately 10% of all firms and attorneys in America hold an “AV Preeminent Rating,” a designation recognized as the “Gold Standard” of legal ratings. If that wasn’t enough, the firm has also been awarded the “Special Edition Judicial Award” which is especially noteworthy because it is based upon the confidential opinions and recommendations of members of the Judiciary familiar with the attorneys in the Harrington Law Firm. The “Judicial Edition Award” indicates perfect ratings from the Judiciary on the Harrington’s legal ability and ethical standards.
Harrington Law Firm clients have the comfort and confidence knowing that not only are they going to be treated like family but that they represented by a firm that is recognized as the “Gold Standard” for legal firms across the country. The Harrington Law Firm is composed of partners C. Rodney Harrington and C. Edward “Eddie” Harrington and is located at 459 Jefferson Street, Natchitoches, LA. Their areas of practice are Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Bankruptcy, Social Security Disability and Wills & Successions.
Their website is www.theharringtonlawfirm.com.
For more information about Martindale-Hubbell and their rating system, go to http://www.lawyers.com .
Your Guide to Peach Festival Weekend
The 75th Annual Louisiana Peach Festival will take place on June 7, 2025, but the peach celebrations will be going all week long in Ruston, LA! If you’re planning to spend a full weekend soaking in the sweet peachy charm of Ruston, let this guide help you make the most out of your adventure.
Friday, June 6
Eat:
From June 2-7, enjoy Peach Culinary Crawl, a weeklong tasting tour featuring over 20 local restaurants. Each participating location will offer special peach-inspired items. From peach BBQ and burgers to peach toast, cocktails, and desserts. There’s something to satisfy every craving. The full Culinary Crawl menu is available in late May on the Peach Fest website.
See:
In celebration of the festival’s 75th anniversary, The Louisiana Peach Festival is collaborating with the Lincoln Parish Museum to present Peach Fest Through the Decades. This special exhibit will showcase memorabilia from the very first Peach Festival all the way through present day.
Experience: There’s plenty to experience Friday before the festival.
Saturday, June 7 – Festival Day
Festival activities start at 9:00AM and there’s plenty to eat, see, and experience—all located on the festival grounds.
Eat:
This year, enjoy bites from a variety of food vendors, offering everything from burgers, sandwiches, and pizza, to classic festival treats, refreshing drinks, and tasty snacks. You’ll also want to pay a visit to the Historic Fire Station for a scoop of frosty peach ice cream from the ladies of Beta Sigma Phi.
The festival is also conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Ruston, so there’s plenty of local restaurants you can walk to.
See:
Experience:
Sunday, June 8
After a Saturday full of adventures, take it slow on Sunday. Sleep in, relax, and savor your last day in town before heading home.
Eat:
Start your day with a delicious Sunday brunch at Trio’s. Whether you choose a cozy table indoors or enjoy the sunshine on their patio, you’re in for a wonderful dining experience. Looking for a spot closer to downtown? Try Board & Bottle’s Sunday brunch and specialty brunch cocktails.
See:
While you’re at the festival Saturday, you will likely spot a few of Ruston’s unique bulldog statues scattered throughout downtown. In total, there are 22 bulldogs placed around the city—each with its own charm. Stretch your visit a little longer and turn your Sunday into a scavenger hunt to track down the ones you missed.
Experience:
Wind down with a peaceful visit to Lincoln Parish Park. This park offers mountain biking and walking trails, kayaking, fishing, and a playground for the kids. It’s the perfect way to soak in the natural beauty of Ruston and cap off your Peach Festival weekend.
From peachy treats to live tunes and everything in between, the Louisiana Peach Festival is the perfect way to kick off your summer. Soak up the fun, explore Ruston, and celebrate 75 years of sweet traditions and unforgettable memories!
To learn the insider tips and tricks all seasoned festival goers know, read up on our How to Peach Fest blog.
The arena is the Family Life Center of cowboy church. Red River Cowboy Church hosts a variety of activities aimed at the western culture. It’s an opportunity for people, of all walks of life, to come together and be with Christ. The Ragin’ Cajun Mounted Shooters are coming to introduce the thrilling sport of mounted shooting to the RRCC community! They are affiliated with the US Mounted Shooting Association and RRCC is excited to welcome this event to our arena. The event will feature two main pistol matches. In this event, riders will use two single-action revolvers to shoot five balloon targets while on horseback. After holstering the first revolver, they will draw the second to hit the remaining five targets. For the shotgun category, participants will shoot five targets with a single-action revolver then retrieve the shotgun from the scabbard to take down two additional bundles of targets. The rifle category combines single-action revolvers with rifle shooting where competitors aim to hit five rifle targets. It’s a show of incredible precision, speed, and horsemanship!
The event will take place on Sunday, April 27th, immediately after church (around noon). The event is FREE and there will be lunch available for purchase. We would love for you to attend church with us before the event. For those who are interested, your attendance to church will register you for the drawing to win a Rossi 22 LR Caliber rifle. It’s a great way to learn more about cowboy church. The day begins at 10:30am with donuts and coffee. Come enjoy a day with us and see what the western culture has to offer in living life with Jesus! For more information about this event, contact Clyde Miley at 318.201.2626. For more information about RRCC, visit our website at www.redrivercowboychurch.org
Where:
Red River Cowboy Church
Intersection of Hwy 1 & Hwy 174
Lake End, Louisiana
When: April 27, 2025 – After Church
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