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Thursday, April 25, 2024BPCC’s Dr. Holly French Hart selected for the Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship
BPCC’s Dr. Holly French Hart selected for the Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) announced this week that Dr. Holly French Hart of Bossier Parish Community College is one of 40 leaders selected for the 2024-25 Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship. Applying lessons from over a dozen years researching exceptional community colleges, the Aspen fellowship aims to select and prepare the next generation of presidents who can lead institutions
Thursday, April 25, 2024BPCC STUDENTS TO COMPETE AT NATIONAL SKILLSUSA COMPETITION IN JUNE
Ten Bossier Parish Community College students will be competing at the national SkillsUSA competition this summer after winning gold medals at the state level. BPCC won gold in five categories; silver in four categories; and bronze in three categories. In total, 17 students won awards in various categories. The 2024 SkillsUSA State Competition was held at Central Louisiana Technical Community College’s Downtown Alexandria campus April 15-17. During the state competition, career and technical education
Tuesday, April 23, 2024NPSB Names New Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School Principal
NPSB Names New Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School Principal NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA – Natchitoches Parish Schools is pleased to announce that Chase Stepp has been named the new principal of Lakeview Jr./Sr. High School. Stepp’s position will be effective for the start of the 2024-2025 school year. Chase Stepp, a lifelong resident of Natchitoches, is currently an assistant principal at Natchitoches Junior High—Frankie Ray Jackson School. He will be succeeding Karla Renter, who will continue to serve as Lakeview’s
Tuesday, April 23, 2024Natchitoches Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Brittany McCoy as Director of Economic and Community Devel
Natchitoches Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Brittany McCoy as Director of Economic and Community Development Amid Team Strategic Promotions Natchitoches, LA, April 22, 2024: The Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the hiring of Brittany McCoy as the Director of Economic and Community Development. Brittany brings over eight years of invaluable experience in economic and community development, significantly contributing to the growth and prosperity of various communities. She holds
Monday, April 22, 2024Central Louisiana Community Foundation Welcomes New Board of Directors Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Central Louisiana Community Foundation Welcomes New Board of Directors Members Alexandria, Louisiana – The Central Louisiana Community Foundation (CLCF) is pleased to announce the appointment of new members to its Board of Directors, as well as the selection of new officers and executive committee members. Among the newly appointed officers, Tonita Laprarie from CLECO will assume the role of Treasurer, bringing a wealth of financial expertise to the foundation.
Thursday, April 18, 2024NPSB Announces Disapproval of Education Savings Accounts (ESAs)
NPSB Announces Disapproval of Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA – The Natchitoches Parish School Board held a Special Called Meeting on March 28, 2024, to approve a resolution expressing the opposition to state legislation establishing Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) will provide public dollars directly to parents for private school tuition and educational expenses with little to no state oversight. For the past 20 years, the state has failed
Tuesday, April 16, 2024NPSB Releases High School Graduation Schedule for the 2023-2024 School Year
NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA – As the end of the 2023-2024 school year quickly approaches, the Natchitoches Parish School Board is proud to celebrate the graduating high school seniors in Natchitoches Parish. Please see the schedule below for the list of high school commencement ceremonies for Natchitoches Parish Schools:Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center (NPTCC) • Wednesday, May 15, 2024 @ 6:00pm • Magale Recital Hall at Northwestern State UniversityLakeview High School • Thursday, May 16, 2024
Wednesday, April 03, 2024C. Rodney Harrington and Harrington Law Firm Receive Special Edition Judicial Award
C. Rodney Harrington and the Harrington Law Firm have previously been awarded an "AV Preeminent" rating by Martindale-Hubbell Rating Service which is the service's highest possible designation of professionalism and ethics. This rating was generated by a survey of Harrington's peers and only 10% of attorneys across the United States receive this coveted designation. Martindale-Hubbell is widely recognized as the world's most respected service for rating attorneys. They have been conducting and publishing
Monday, April 01, 2024City Announces Youth Summer Jobs Program
Natchitoches Mayor Ronnie Williams Jr. announced the Summer Youth Employment Opportunity for Natchitoches youth ages 16-18. The City of Natchitoches is looking for youth to fulfill duties such as litter abatement, administrative tasks, and lawn care maintenance (if 18), among other responsibilities. Gainful employment with the City of Natchitoches will occur during the months of June and July with a tentative start date of Wednesday, June 5. Interested youth may apply for an opportunity to work for the
Monday, April 01, 2024LSUA’s Central Louisiana Economic Dashboard for March Released
ALEXANDRIA - The Louisiana State University of Alexandria College of Business releases its March 2024 issue of the Central Louisiana Economic Dashboard. Randall Dupont, Dean of the LSUA College of Business, says despite lower-than-expected employment levels, consumer spending was robust during the holiday season. The unemployment rate in the Alexandria MSA rose to 4.2% in January from 3.8% in December and 3.4% in November, with the employment level dropping significantly since November. From November
Wednesday, February 21, 2024India Rhodes Named 2024 Ambassador Chair for Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce
India Rhodes Named 2024 Ambassador Chair for Natchitoches Area Chamber of CommerceNatchitoches, LA, February 15, 2024: The Ambassadors, an initiative under the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce India Rhodes as the 2024 Ambassador Chair. Rhodes, a committed member of the Natchitoches community, brings a wealth of experience and a fervent dedication to community engagement to her new role. Originally from Meraux, LA, just south of vibrant New Orleans, India Rhodes's journey to
Tuesday, February 06, 2024A+ Coalition Announces 2024 Elite Scholars Scholarship Recipient
A+ Coalition Announces 2024 Elite Scholars Scholarship RecipientNatchitoches, LA, February 5, 2024: The A+ Coalition, an education initiative of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, is thrilled to announce Dinah Ellzey as the distinguished recipient of the 2024 Elite Scholars Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement, community involvement, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world. Dinah Ellzey, a top-performing senior from Natchitoches
Friday, January 19, 2024Natchitoches Young Professionals Announces 4 Under 40 Award Recipients
Natchitoches Young Professionals Announces 4 Under 40 Award RecipientsRecognizing Visionaries Shaping the Future of Natchitoches through Leadership, Service, and Dedication to Community GrowthNatchitoches, LA, January 19, 2024: The Natchitoches Young Professionals (NYP), an initiative of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, has named its 4 Under 40 Award recipients for 2024: Kathryn Beaudoin, Dustin Dauzat, Lynda Hammett, and Logan Lambert. The 4U40 Awards are given to four deserving young
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