John Winston, past president of the Natchitoches Parish Voters & Civic League was recognized at the Natchitoches City Council meeting on March 28 for making a difference in his community. A long time educator in Natchitoches for many years, Winston served on the City Council for 24 years, and worked at Northwestern State University. The City chose to honor him for his role in voter advocacy.

“It’s an honor to be honored,” said Winston. “I thought it was time to let someone else stand up and take that torch and run a little further.”

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