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Dalai Lama will speak on compassion
To celebrate His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s historic visit to New Orleans May 16-18, the city is planning host to more than 60 events. The diverse line-up includes everything from a film series and...
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Elvin Shields will sign copies of his book “Plantation Toys” on Thursday, May 9 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Magnolia’s Diner and on Saturday, May 11 from noon-2 p.m.
Readers can buy autographed books; sample soulful flavors
Elvin L. Shields of Plantation Toys Folk Art will sign his new book entitled “Plantation Toys” Thursday, May 9 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Magnolia’s Diner located at 621 Bossier St. in Natchitoches....
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Discussion will ponder issues of racism
The issue of racism will be explored at Lifetree Café Tuesday, May 7 at 7 p.m. Entitled “The Black and White Truth About Racism: Will We Ever Live in a Colorblind World?” features an exclusive int...
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Resident and friends relive thrill of celebrity
Peggy and Billy Plunkett hosted a gathering at their home to watch the interview Peggy had with OWN’s “Oprah: Where are They Now?” April 28. She invited close friend and college roommate, Clois War...
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From left are Cy Wong and his cousin Catalina Juon of Los Angeles. Wong left Natchitoches to pursue a career in the military and, later, acting and writing. He is descended from African, Chinese and Native American blood and is an active member of the Chinese Historical Society of Southern California.
Diverse people, diverse place: uncovering agricultural pioneers
“The South is one fantastic human drama from the Civil War until now,” declares Cy Wong. Land marked with boundaries that appear solid, dictated by nation or skin color, is interwoven with fluidit...
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Super Water Sympathy will play sounds from their latest album Hydrogen Child tonight at Yesterdays.
Super Water Sympathy will kick off summer tour tonight at Yesterdays
Shreveport, Louisiana-based Super Water Sympathy are announcing national tour plans in support of their sophomore full-length production, Hydrogen Child, on Portland, Oregon-based indie In Music We...
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In front from left are Boaz Squyres, Garrett Watson, Susanna Squyres, Mary Squyres and Cody Cedars. In back are Funke Adeleye, Tunmike Adeleye, Dr. Ovayosa Adeleye holding Everett Watson, Captain Keith Scoggins, Captain Arnold Scott Sr., Captain Troy Whittington, Assistant Chief Robert Harris, Driver Will Turner, E.J. Rachal, Captain Robert Griffin, Cory Leo and Brandon McKnight.
Woodmen Youth plant trees for firemen
The chapter of the Modern Woodmen Youth Service Club took advantage of the weather Saturday, April 7, a beautiful day for spring planting. They got together and planted a nice large Drake Elm tree ...
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Cosmetology Grad
Heather Coleman is receiving her cosmetology license through the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology after completing 1,500 clock hours in a 15-month course under Petula Holden. Holden is a cosmet...
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Queen can win national prize
Faith Stanfield, daughter of Ben and Shannon Stanfield of Natchitoches, is a finalist in Louisiana’s Homecoming Queen Selection to be May 5 in Jackson, Miss. The winner will receive a cash scholar...
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Debutantes will sparkle at sorority’s ‘Diamond Gala’
Beta Omega Sigma chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. will present four young ladies at its Debutante Ball Saturday, May 4 at 7 p.m. at Holiday Inn in Shreveport, located at 5555 Financial Plaz...
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