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Happening soon: As You Like It on the Natchitoches Patch calendar
Good day Natchitoches! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How you can anonymously help Natchitoches police solve local crimes
- Need help with utility bills? See how Natchitoches residents can apply
- How a surprise water outage suddenly sent Natchitoches Central students home
Also on today's calendar: Natchitoches 20th Annual Car Show and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: An afternoon t-storm or two, with a high of 93 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 89, low: 71.
- Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Natchitoches Police announce arrests for September 20-26 (natchitochesparishjournal.com) — Natchitoches residents are being updated on several recent arrests, including charges ranging from theft and simple battery to drug possession and illegal possession of stolen firearms. Police also remind locals how to confidentially report suspicious activity or submit anonymous tips through Natchitoches Crime Stoppers, with potential cash rewards for information leading to arrests. 
2. LEAP funds available (natchitochestimes.com) — Households in Natchitoches who need help with utility bills can now apply for new LIHEAP assistance through the Natchitoches Parish Office of Community Services, starting by phone on Oct. 2. Staff will screen callers for eligibility, explain required documents and next steps, and process aid while limited funds last from their Trudeau Street office.
3. Natchitoches Central High School dismisses students due to water outage (natchitochesparishjournal.com) — Families connected to Natchitoches Central High School were asked to pick up students early after a planned water main project unexpectedly cut service to the campus, forcing dismissal starting at 9 a.m. The Natchitoches Parish School Board apologized for the disruption and said more information about Thursday's schedule will be shared once available.
4. LAST CHANCE: Win a $600 Natchitoches Weekend Giveaway During the Dolly Parton Celebration (shreveportbossierjournal.com) — A statewide giveaway is offering one lucky reader a $600 travel package to enjoy a Dolly Parton Celebration weekend in Natchitoches Parish from Oct. 9–11. Planned activities include Dolly-themed bingo and karaoke, Front Street shopping and dining specials, festivals at Melrose and St. Augustine, and Steel Magnolias-inspired events, with free Journal subscriptions for all eligible registrants.
5. Cheapest regular gas in Natchitoches Parish reach $3.66 in week ending Sept. 19 (centrallouisiananews.com) — Drivers in Natchitoches Parish recently saw the cheapest regular gas hit $3.66 per gallon at one station, with the parishwide average around $3.97. The report compares local prices in Natchitoches, Robeline and Campti to rising statewide and national averages driven by refinery outages and global oil tensions.
📸 Around Natchitoches
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Natchitoches
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★ Featured events ★
- As You Like It →
A A Fredericks Auditorium, 150 Central Avenue, Natchitoches
7:30 pm
Thursday October 1
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Other local events
- Natchitoches 20th Annual Car Show →
Downtown Natchitoches, 780 Front St., Natchitoches - Dark Woods Haunted Park →
Timber Ridge Adventure Park, 4343 University Pkwy, Natchitoches - The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row →
The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row, 743 Hwy 478, Natchitoches
4:00 pm - Oakland Plantation Main House Self-Guided Tour
Headquarters, 400 Rapides Dr., Natchitoches
10:00 am - NSU Women's Volleyball vs. LSU–New Orleans →
Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Dr., Natchitoches
1:00 pm - Tacarra Williams Presents from LA TO LA →
The Landing Restaurant "The Loft @ 530", 530 Front Street, Natchitoches
8:00 pm - The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row →
The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row, 743 Hwy 478, Natchitoches
2:00 pm - Appraisal Changes - Natchitoches →
446 Jefferson Street, Natchitoches - Creole Heritage Lunch and Learn →
NSU Student Union President's Room, 175 SAM SIBLEY DRIVE, Natchitoches
12:00 pm - National Night →
Natchitoches P.D., Natchitoches
5:30 pm - Music Bingo at Flying Heart →
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub, 108 Mill Street, Natchitoches
6:30 pm
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Tuesday October 6
📣 Natchitoches Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Walmart posted a job opening for Online Order Filling Team Supervisor in Natchitoches. Apply here.
- Crayola Experience posted a job opening for Hallmark Merchandiser (part-time) Natchitoches, LA 71457 in Natchitoches. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Natchitoches here.
Ok Natchitoches! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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