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Good morning Natchitoches! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️
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In today's newsletter:
- Want a free path into construction work right here in Natchitoches?
- Why Natchitoches is ranked a top affordable Southern hometown for 2026.
Also on today's calendar: As You Like It and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 95 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Variable clouds, a t-storm, temps: high: 96, low: 71.
- Thursday: A couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 92 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• BPCC to offer free Construction Crafts Bootcamps in Natchitoches, Many (press-herald.com) — If you're in Natchitoches and considering a construction career, BPCC is offering a free three-week Basic Construction Crafts Bootcamp at its Natchitoches campus starting October 5, with more sessions into 2027. Participants get 120 hours of hands-on training, an industry-recognized NCCER Core credential, and waived tuition, but each class is capped at 15 people, so early enrollment is key. 
• 10 Best Places To Call Home In The Southern United States In 2026 (worldatlas.com) — Natchitoches earns a spot on a list of affordable Southern towns, highlighted for its historic riverfront, multicultural food scene, and role as home to Northwestern State University. The piece notes strong nursing job prospects, scenic downtown amenities like Beau Jardin, and average home values around $193,000 with median rent near $750, positioning Natchitoches as an appealing option for budget-conscious movers.
📸 Around Natchitoches
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Natchitoches
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★ Featured events ★
- NSU Women's Volleyball vs. Southeastern Louisiana →
Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Dr., Natchitoches
6:30 pm
Thursday October 1
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Other local events
- As You Like It →
A A Fredericks Auditorium, 150 Central Avenue, Natchitoches
7:30 pm - Dark Woods Haunted Park →
Timber Ridge Adventure Park, 4343 University Pkwy, Natchitoches - Natchitoches 20th Annual Car Show →
Downtown Natchitoches, 780 Front St., 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 - The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row →
The Pumpkin Patch at Pecan Row, 743 Hwy 478, 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
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Tuesday October 6
📣 Natchitoches Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Oakland Plantation Main House Self-Guided Tour
Headquarters, 400 Rapides Dr., Natchitoches
10:00 am
Saturday October 3
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- JBS USA Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Dayshift Live Hanger in Natchitoches. Apply here.
- Brookshire Grocery Company posted a job opening for Pricing Specialist in Natchitoches. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Natchitoches here.
🗞 Nearby News
Coushatta
- Calvary, Green Oaks, Haughton keep perfect records through Week 4 (shreveportbossierjournal.com)
- FCC Report 9/27 (radioinsight.com)
Many
- Football Recap: Daniel Thomas' Rushing Attack Does It Again (maxpreps.com)
Boyce
- Notice of Death – September 27, 2026 (rapidesparishjournal.com)
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: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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