A Natchitoches woman received only minor injuries during a single-vehicle crash June 24 on Johnson Chute Road, according to theNatchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office.
NPSO Patrol Division deputies, State Police and Natchitoches Regional Medical Center EMS responded to 911 reports of an overturned vehicle on Johnson Chute Road just north of Natchitoches.

Christina Ward, 38 of Natchitoches, was traveling westbound on Johnson Chute Road operating a 2016 Chrysler 200 passenger car when she left the roadway on the left side traveling through the ditch striking a tree causing the vehicle to overturn coming to a rest on its side.

Ward was treated at the scene by EMS for minor injuries and released without transport.
The crash was investigated by Trooper J. Jett assigned to LSP Troop-E Alexandria.

NPSO: Press Release

Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies along with Natchitoches Parish Fire District #1 with mutual aid assistance from Natchitoches Parish Fire Districts #4 and #6 responded to 911 reports of a structure fire in the 600 block of Cat Island Road near Derry June 23 at 2:12 pm.

Deputies say fire units remained on scene over two hours attempting to contain the fire which caused heavy fire and smoke damage to the residence.
The residence was reportedly owned by S. Beaudion of Derry.
The fire is believed to have been caused by an electrical issue.

There were no injuries.

Sheriff Jones expresses his thanks to Natchitoches Parish Fire Districts #4 and #6 for their response and assistance to aid this family.

Doug Ireland, assistant athletic director and sports information director for Northwestern State University, and chairman of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame, was honored June 25 with the “Story of the Year” Award by the Louisiana Sports Writers Association at its Awards Banquet.

Natchitoches attorney Jack Brittain Jr. received the prestigious Mac Russo Award for contributions to the progress and ideals of the Louisiana Sports Writers Association.

Natchitoches Lions Club served 50 campers and 72 counselors this “Camp Favorite” Meal June 22. Leta Spillman made 20 dozen meat pies, dirty rice, brownies and honey bun cakes to be served at LA Lions Camp. Members and family that attended seated from left are Lion Dawn Wells, Verline Parker, Lion Leta Spillman, LEO Katelyn Yopp, and Carmen Waskom. Standing are Lion Wayne Ragan, Lion Tina Ragan, Lion Cheryl Stoker, Lion Susan Hilton, Lion Pam Glass, Lion Sarah White, Lion Mike Glass, Lion Michele Waskom, Lion Mary Hooper, Ross Wells and Lion Gene Spillman.

 

By Kevin Shannahan

Attendees at the 2017 LA Sports Hall of Fame Induction Block Party Friday, June, 23 got an extra treat. Northwestern State University alumna and 2008 NSU Lady of the Bracelet, Mandi Ridgdell, performed with the WWII Museum’s Victory Belle musical group as part of the evening’s festivities.

Ridgdell graduated from NSU in 2009 with a degree in theater with a concentration in musical theater. She has been a member of the WWII Museum’s Victory Belles, a trio of singers who tour around the world performing songs from the WWII era, for the past 8 years. She was one of the founding members of the group.

The Natchitoches Parish Journal would like to take this opportunity to wish Mandi all the best in her musical career. It is always a pleasure to see NSU graduates doing well in their lives.

A week of festivities and fun culminated at the Natchitoches Events Center as The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inducted the 11 members of its class of 2017 on June 24. Rev. Doug de Graffenried of First United Methodist Church delivered the invocation after which 2009 NSU Alumna and Victory Belle, Mandi Ridgdell, was joined by her fellow Belles in a beautiful rendition of of the National Anthem in three-part harmony.

Emcee Terry Allen kept the tone light and humorous as the program progressed through the evening. The assembled fans enjoyed a superb dinner and an evening of fun and fellowship.

 

 

By Kevin Shannahan

Over 100 young people from throughout the parish participated in the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans Junior Training Camp held on the NSU campus this Saturday, June 24. The teams’ representatives were assisted by Northwestern State University athletes. This is the sixth year the training camp has been held in Natchitoches, and the second year the Pelicans have participated. The Youth Community Affairs Divisions of both teams stressed safety, nutrition and academics as they put the young people through a series of drills in football and basketball skills.

The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Department has been an instrumental sponsor of the camps since the first camp 6 years ago and had the Natchitoches SWAT team there with their equipment and armored vehicle. The children had opportunities to win prizes by knowing sports trivia about the New Orleans teams. Each participant left with a t-shirt and sports cards. The children had a fun day of physical activity and education at no cost as both teams donated their time and expertise.

Dazzle Dance Center team members traveled to Biloxi, Miss. on June 11-14 and won many awards including seven Grand National Championships. The dancers attended NYLA Dance Competitions and Conventions for their national dance competition and convention. All the dancers participated in the convention and took classes each morning in contemporary and musical theater. At the grand showcase they performed in the opening number to show off what they learned in their classes.

In the afternoons dancers competed with their competition dances. All 22 of the team’s dances made it to the Top 10 Round of Competition and then 18 moved forward to the Top 5 Round of Competition. All 22 dances received Platinum rating, which is the highest rating, 6 out of 10 Judges’ Awards, four Title Winners, two Most Photogenic Winners, New York Award, NYLA Award, Costume Award, and seven Grand National Championships.

Awards are as follows:

Jump Shout Boogie – Halle Campbell’s Tap Solo – “Great Personality” Judge’s Award, Platinum, Grand National Tiny Solo Champion, Miss Tiny NYLA, & Most Photogenic Tiny Dancer

I Enjoy Being A Girl – Halle Campbell’s Vocal Solo – “Gutsy Girl” Judge’s Award, Platinum, & Grand National Vocal Champion

Whip My Hair – Cayla Anthony’s Hip Hop Solo – Platinum, 1st Runner Up Grand National Tiny Solo Champion, 1st Runner Up Miss Tiny NYLA, & 1st Runner Up Most Photogenic Tiny Dancer

Life of the Party – Lora Cole’s Musical Theater Solo – Platinum, Grand National Junior Rec. Solo Champion, Miss Rec. Junior NYLA, & Most Photogenic Junior Dancer

Legit – Jesse Foshee’s Hip Hop Solo – Platinum, 2nd Runner Up National Adv. Junior Solo Champion, 1st Runner Up Miss Adv. Junior NYLA, & 1st Runner Up Photogenic Junior Dancer

Dance Apocalyptic – Jesse Foshee’s Jazz Solo – Platinum

Tainted Love – Caitlin Hassan’s Jazz Solo – Platinum & 2nd Runner Up Miss Adv. Sr. NYLA

Dangerous – Erica DuBois’ Open Solo – Platinum, 2nd Runner Up Grand National Adv. Sr. Solo Champion, & Miss Adv. Sr. NYLA

Rise Up – Kelsy Elkin’s Contemporary Solo – Platinum, 1st Runner Up Miss Adv. Sr. NYLA, & Grand National Adv. Sr. Solo Champion

Let’s Go – Garrett Hood’s Hip Hop Solo – Platinum, Mr. Adv. Sr. NYLA, & 1st Runner Up Grand National Adv. Sr. Solo Champion

Tutus & Tennis Shoes – Riley Hagle & Brylee Guillory – “Terrific Tutus” Judges’ Award, Platinum, & 1st Runner Up Grand National 11 & Under Duet/Trios Champion

Mama Don’t Dance – Cayla Anthony & Lora Cole – “Finish Strong” Judges’ Award, Platinum, & Grand National 11 & Under Duet/Trios Champion

Cold Hearted Snake – Farrah Murchison & Jesse Foshee – “Total Sassiness” Judges’ Award, Platinum, & 1st Runner Up Grand National Adv. 11 & Under Duet/Trios Champion
My Chick – Kelsy Elkins & Garrett Hood – “Awesome Attitude” Judges’ Award, Platinum, & 1st Runner Up Grand National Adv. 12 & Up Duet/Trios Champion

Barbie – Jr. Jazz – Platinum
100 Easy Ways – Jr. Musical Theater – New York Award & Platinum

Lip Gloss – Jr. Hip Hop – NYLA Award, Platinum, & 2nd Runner Up Grand National 11 & Under Group Champion
Tap Your Troubles – Jr. Tap – Platinum & Grand National 11 & Under Group Champion

Lion King – Jr. Musical Theater – Platinum & 1st Runner Up Grand National 11 & Under Group Champion

These Waters – Sr. Lyrical – Costume Award, Platinum, & 1st Runner Up Grand National Adv. 12 & Over Group Champion

Car Mix – Sr. Hip Hop – Platinum & 2nd Runner Up Grand National Adv. 12 & Over Group Champion

Danger Zone – Sr. Jazz – Platinum & Grand National Adv. 12 & Over Group Champion

These dancers have worked hard all year on these dances and improving their dance technique.

Come congratulate them and celebrate National Dance Day on July 29 from 1-5 pm at Dazzle Dance Center. This day will include a showcase of the Grand National Champions at 1pm and FREE dance classes all afternoon. National Dance Day & Celebration will be located at Dazzle Dance Center at 7510 Hwy 1 Bypass. For more information email dazzledancecenter@gmail.com.

 

Dawn Brouillette
March 02, 1964 – June 24, 2017
Visitation: Thursday, June 29 from 5-8 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home

Dr. Melvin Henry Stevens
October 17, 1923 – June 23, 2017
Visitation: Monday, June 26 from 5-9 pm at The First United Methodist Church of Natchitoches – Crossroads Sanctuary and again on Tuesday, June 27 from 1-2 pm at Christian Outreach Center
Service: Tuesday, June 27 at 2 pm at Christian Outreach Center in Natchitoches
Interment: Wednesday, June 28 at 2 pm at Woodmen Cemetery in DeKalb, TX

Alva Thaxton
January 26, 1924 – June 24, 2017
Visitation: Monday, June 26 at 1 pm at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
Service: Monday, June 26 at 3 pm at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
Interment: Mt. Carmel Cemetery

Mary Lynn Teekell Stothart
December 27, 1931 – June 23, 2017
Service: Monday, June 26 at 11 am at Open Door Fellowship in Coushatta
Interment: Springville Cemetery

Rita Mae Parish Doolittle
November 07, 1928 – June 18, 2017
Visitation: Tuesday, June 27 from 6-8 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home
Service: Wednesday, June 28 at 3 pm in the chapel of Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home
Interment: Lambert Town Cemetery in Robeline

 

Anticipating a pair of intriguing neighborhood rivalry games opening the 2017 Northwestern State football season, Demon fans can now purchase seats in the NSU sections for visits to Louisiana Tech Sept. 2 and Grambling on Sept. 9.

Assistant athletics director Mike Jacklich, who runs NSU’s ticket operations, said Monday afternoon that sales have begun for Demon fans who plan to attend one, or both, games in Lincoln Parish.

Customers can log in at NSUtickets.com to purchase tickets or can call the NSU Athletic Ticket Office at 318-357-4268 to reserve seats in the NSU section for either or both games.

Purchased tickets will be provided to customers once Louisiana Tech and Grambling make their own single tickets on sale later this summer, said Jacklich.

Season tickets for the Demons’ five home games in Turpin Stadium, starting Sept. 16 with the Southland Conference opener against Lamar, are also on sale.

A limited number of reserved tickets are available in the NSU section for the Louisiana Tech game at $30, while GA tickets in the Demons’ section are on sale for $25.

Tickets in the NSU section for the Grambling game are all general admission and may be purchased for $35.

There are no handling fees, unless the tickets need to be mailed, which will be done only via certified mail for $5, said Jacklich.

The Sept. 2 game at Louisiana Tech in Ruston will be the second this century between the long-time rivals. The Demons posted 20 fourth-quarter points three years ago and scored a 30-27 victory over the Bulldogs in front of what was at the time the third-largest crowd in Aillet Stadium history.

NSU’s visit to Grambling will be the third meeting between the programs in the last decade, and only the fourth all-time. Each team won at home in a series in 2008-09 after the G-men, coached by the legendary Eddie Robinson, won 14-13 in the inaugural matchup in 1974 at Independence Stadium.

Former Demon assistant coach Broderick Fobbs is the Tigers’ head coach. Grambling won the 2016 Southwestern Athletic Conference and HBCU national championships last year.

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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development advises motorists that beginning Monday, June 26, 2017, at 8 AM, the southbound outside lane of I-49 between mile marker 161 and 163, just south of the US 371/LA 177 interchange will be closed. This work is expected to last 4 days.

In related work, DOTD also advises motorists that on Tuesday June 27, 2017, the northbound and southbound lanes of I-49 between mile markers 161 and 163, just south of the US 371/LA 177 interchange, will be closed from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.

These closures are associated with the movement of AEP’s Dolet Hills Mining equipment.

Detour during the road closure: I-49 northbound traffic will be detoured to LA 174 east, Exit 155. I-49 southbound traffic will be detoured to US 371 east, Exit 162. Detour signs will be in place.

Restriction/Permits: Only during the full roadway closure

This work will be performed WEATHER PERMITTING.

Safety Reminder:

DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the construction site and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

Motorists can receive information on local projects, lane and road closures, and other DOTD activity by signing up for MyDOTD at http://www.dotd.la.gov.

Travelers can also find information regarding road closures and traffic by visiting http://www.511la.org or by dialing 511 from their telephone and saying the route or region about which they are seeking information. Out-of-state travelers can access the system by calling 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511).

DOTD has several localized twitter accounts that provide up-to-date travel information. You can sign up to get the latest travel information on road conditions, traffic and ferries via Twitter here: http://bit.ly/2rQGlV9

Contact information:

Erin Buchanan
Public Information Officer
District 04
(318) 549-8402
erin.buchanan@la.gov

Update as of June 23 at 4:15 pm:

Earlier this afternoon the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force apprehended Jeremy Key without incident. He was taken into custody in Laredo Texas near the Mexican border.
Press Release issued by the Red River Parish Sheriff’s Office on June 6:

A detective with the Red River Parish Sheriff’s Office (RRPSO) received a call on June 1 from a concerned citizen in the Fairview Alpha community in Natchitoches Parish in reference to a battered female. The caller reported that the woman, who was covered in blood, stated that her boyfriend was responsible for her injuries. The suspect was identified as Jeremy D. Key of the Martin community in Red River Parish. It was unclear initially if the incident occurred in Red River or Natchitoches Parish.

The victim was taken to Natchitoches Regional Medical Center for treatment. The Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office (NPSO) dispatched a deputy to meet with the victim at the hospital while RRPSO deputies attempted to locate Key in Martin. Despite reports that the subject had recently been seen near Benton Adkins Road in Martin, a search for Key in the surrounding area was unsuccessful.

RRPSO deputies proceeded to the suspect’s residence. Upon arrival, signs of a disturbance were immediately apparent. This supported information that NPSO deputies obtained following a conversation with the victim. Once the area was secured, entry was made into the house. Key was not located. The scene was photographed and potential evidence collected.

Once the crime scene was confirmed, RRPSO detectives were dispatched to the Natchitoches Parish hospital to meet with the victim. The victim reported that she was asleep when Key doused her with a bucket of mop water and began beating her with a handful of wrenches. She stated that he was also threatening to kill her. As the altercation moved throughout the house, he reportedly struck her with a jack stand and repeated the threats to kill her. She was eventually able to break free and escape to a neighbor’s house. After getting a ride to Natchitoches Parish, she was transported to the Natchitoches Parish hospital for treatment.

The following day detectives secured a warrant for Key’s arrest for Attempted 2nd Degree Murder. That same day, numerous RRPSO deputies once again responded to the Martin community after receiving information that Key had been spotted in the area. Efforts to locate Key, including utilizing RRPSO’s K-9 team and aerial surveillance drone, were unsuccessful.

The following afternoon, RRPSO communications alerted NSPO communications to be on the lookout for a red SUV believed to be carrying Key. It was reported to be traveling south on US Hwy 71/84 approaching the Red River/Natchitoches Parish line. A responding NPSO deputy spotted the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. As the vehicle came to a stop, a passenger bolted from the car and entered the woods near Messick Road and Holman Loop in the Fairview Alpha community. The driver and a second passenger were detained and questioned, enabling authorities to confirm that Key was the fleeing subject. A subsequent search of the area by NPSO and RRPSO deputies were unsuccessful.

 

Rotary Club of Natchitoches presented volunteers for its recent Bulletproof the Blue event with awards at its meeting June 20 recognizing their efforts raising $10,000 to purchase new bullet proof vests for officers at the Natchitoches Police Department. Rotarians on the event’s planning committee were also presented with Paul Harris Fellows Awards.

Pictured from left are Rotarians Bob Gillan, David Guillet, Joe Henry, Josh Axsom, Ron McBride, Van Erikson, Gary Hatch, Jennifer McGrath, Mike Newton and Drake Owens. Community volunteers who received awards included Natchitoches Parish Journal Editor Corey Poole, and Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office Chief Jesse Taitano.

The Club awarded Rotarians David Guillet, Bridget Briley and Past President Ronald Corkern with Rotarian of the Year Awards.

Rotary District Governor Cindy Cespiva presented Rotarians Tom Matuschka and Hurst Hall with a Paul Harris Fellow Pin with one sapphire. Cespiva presented President Fred Terasa with the Club’s Presidential Citation Dashboard as a momento.

Terasa presented Rotarian Van Erikson with a “Rotary Serving Humanity” Coin. Rotarian Jimmy Berry received the Rotary International Avenues of Service Award.

Rotarians Jessica Broadway and Kendell Perkins received Distinguished Service Awards for Board Excellence. Rotarians Phil Habig and Dr. Larry Burke received Distinguished Service Awards for Entertainment Excellence. Rotarians Calvin McFerrin and City Marshal Randy Williams received the Distinguished Service Award for Committee Leadership.

Terasa honored Anthony and Janet LaCour with a Certificate of Appreciation for their excellent catering. He also honored Hall Adams with a Certificate of Appreciation for the NSU Recreation Complex and their outstanding support.

Rotarians Darrell Hickman and Josh Manuel received the Distinguished Service Award for Committee Leadership. Rotarians Louie Bernard and Steve Crews received the Distinguished Service Awards for Committee Leadership. Rotarians Rick Harrington and Jimmy Berry received the Distinguished Service Award for Member Development
Rotarians Mike Newton, Gary Hatch, Bob Gillan, Bridget Briley, Father Frank Fuller, Ron Mayfield, and Joe Henry received the Distinguished Service Award for Paul Harris Fellow (PHF) Development.

Rotarians Joe Pierson and Richard White received the Distinguished Service Award for Committee Leadership. Rotarian David Zolzer received the Distinguished Service Award for Member Development.

Rotarian Arthur Welch on left received the President’s Award for Selfless Service to the Club. Rotarian Don Mims received the President’s Award for attracting two new, young members this year.

Rotarian Barb Duchardt received the New Member Award. Rotarian Merlin Squyres received Rotary Club Service Awards for himself and Sherry Recer.

 

 

The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum will host author Junior Johnson for a reading and Q&A as he discusses his new book “Tales of a Boy from Cane River” Tuesday, June 27 at 6 pm. Affectionately known as “Junior” the author writes about his life growing up in Cloutierville along the banks of Cane River in a loving sharecropper’s home. His career took him offshore while he worked in the oil and gas industry for 32 years. An accident at work left him disabled, but Junior quickly realized that facing challenges in life doesn’t limit your dreams if you want to pursue them. His first book is a dream come true for him. His goal is that readers of his tories will have fond memories of their childhoods and event in their lives. This event is free and open to the public. Listen to some stories, meet the author and buy a signed copy of his book.

Rita Mae Parish Doolittle
November 07, 1928 – June 18, 2017
Visitation: Tuesday, June 27 from 6-8 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home
Service: Wednesday, June 28 at 3 pm in the chapel of Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home
Interment: Lambert Town Cemetery in Robeline

Robert Brady Crow
September 26, 1935 – June 23, 2017
Visitation: Saturday, June 24 at 6 pm at Siloam Baptist Church
Service: Sunday, June 25 at 2 pm at Siloam Baptist Church
Interment: Lakeside Cemetery

Nancy Smith Clark
Service: Saturday, June 24 at 11 am at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church in Kingston
Interment: Morning Star Cemetery in Gloster

Donald James Gremillion
February 11, 1952 – May 8, 2017
Service Saturday, June 24 at 11 am at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Pineville. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Sam “Plowboy” Richardson
June 23, 1956 – June 19, 2017
Visitation: Saturday, June 24 8 am – 2 pm at Hornbeck Full Gospel Church
Service: Saturday, June 24 at 2 pm at Hornbeck Full Gospel Church
Interment: Pine Knot Cemetery

Diane Pikes
December 6, 1950 – June 17, 2017
Visitation: Saturday, June 24 from 9-11 am at the Winnfield Memorial Funeral Home
Service: Saturday, June 24 at the Winnfield Memorial Funeral Home Chapel at 11 am
Interment: Mt. Pilgrim Cemetery

Phyllis Eley McCoy
October 14, 1928 – June 18, 2017
Service: Saturday, June 24 at 10 am at Bolton-Teagle Cemetery

UPDATE: Tarentino Charles is now in police custody.

The following individual is wanted by the Natchitoches Police Department

The Natchitoches Police Department is asking for your assistance in locating Tarentino Charles, 20 year, old black male. Charles is wanted for aggravated second degree battery.

On June 22, 2017 Tarentino Charles got into a physical altercation with a male victim on Winnona Street causing a serious head injury. A warrant for his arrest has been signed by a Natchitoches Parish Judge.

If you have any information on Tarentino Charles’s whereabouts please contact Det. Connell at (318)238-3911 or NPD at (318)352-8101.

Cane River Lake is currently at 98.3 MSL (3 tenths above pool stage). Rain still in the forecast. Spillway landing is now closed for safety reasons. Shell Beach, Washington Street, and Point Place Marina landings as well as the lake remains open to boating traffic. Questions and/or concerns please contact Betty Fuller at 318-617-3235 cell, 318-357-3007 office, 318-379-2878 home. Remember to boat Safe, Sober, and always Wear Your Life Jackets.

 

By Kevin Shannahan

Several hundred sports enthusiasts and area residents attended the welcome reception for the 2017 inductees into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame held Thursday, June 22nd at the museum. The event was free and open to the public and was an excellent opportunity to meet some of our state’s sports legends.

The festivities are far from finished. Friday will feature a block party along Front street complete with fireworks. Saturday morning will feature the Saints’ & Pelican’s Junior Training Camp at NSU’s WRAC facility in which young people will be able to test their abilities, win prizes and learn what it takes to succeed on-and off-the playing field. The weekend will culminate at the induction dinner Saturday evening at the Natchitoches Events Center.

 

BOM is honored to be the headline sponsor of the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Free Block Party Friday night, June 23, in downtown Natchitoches. The event will include live music, food and fireworks from 6 – 10:30 pm. Free sports games for kids courtesy of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans. Pictured from left are Stephen Van Sickle, Kathy Myers, Lisa Ferrier – Welch, Kate Adams (LSHOF), Ronnie Rantz (LSHOF CEO/President), Ronald Roy and Tara McKenney!

 

Natchitoches is known to house some the best southern charm and hospitality in Louisiana. The Church Street Inn strives to exemplify this with every encounter, 356 days a year. Because of continuous positive feedback and social online presence, TripAdvisor.com and Top Rated Online awarded the Church Street Inn the 2017 Top Rated Specialty Lodging Award for the city of Natchitoches.

The award only confirms that the Church Street Inn is the ideal destination when visiting the city. This gives one more reason to call or stop by and plan your next trip to the beautiful, historic city of Natchitoches.