My friend bought her daughter a car. Not a fancy one—no heated seats, no moonroof, no button that launches it into orbit. Just a good ol’ reliable vehicle to get her from dorm room to dining room and back again for those sacred college holidays like Thanksgiving, when students return home to eat, sleep, and pretend they still remember how to do laundry.

One day, the daughter had a flat tire. No big deal—she had AAA on speed dial, right next to “Mom” and “Pizza.” She called the flat tire hotline and waited for the cavalry. The AAA guy showed up, popped the trunk, checked under the mat, looked in the glove box, maybe even peeked under the seats. No spare tire. No jack. No tools. Just a lot of empty space and one very confused roadside technician.

Cue the anguished phone call to Mom: “Mom! There’s no spare tire! I’m stranded! The car is broken! The dealership sold us a lemon! I’m going to die here next to the Chick-fil-A!”

Now, I know this mom. She’s articulate. She’s passionate. She’s fluent in “colorful metaphors.” I’ve heard her use her big girl words before, and let’s just say she doesn’t need a thesaurus when she’s fired up.

She called the dealership and unleashed a verbal tsunami. Somewhere in the background, I imagine the receptionist ducking under the desk and whispering, “It’s her. The metaphor lady.”

Just as Mom was winding up for Round Two, the dealership guy calmly asked, “Ma’am, is your daughter’s car a 2023 model?”
 “Yes,” she snapped.
 “Well,” he said, “that car comes with run-flat tires. You can drive up to 50 miles on a flat. There’s no spare because you don’t need one.”

Silence.
 Then a dial tone.
 I don’t think Mom apologized. I think she just hung up and prayed the Holy Spirit would interpret her sighs.

Now, I’m grateful this wasn’t my story. But let’s be honest—I drive cars with spare tires. I think. I mean, I assume they’re in there somewhere. Probably under the mysterious carpet flap in the trunk next to the ancient granola bar and the rogue umbrella. Maybe I should check.

But this story made me laugh. It reminded me that sometimes we panic before we understand. We yell before we read the manual. We assume the worst before we remember that God might’ve already built in a solution.

And that brings me to Thanksgiving. It’s almost here. Can you believe how fast this year flew by? I blinked and it was Advent again. I’m thankful for so much—especially for you, dear reader. You’ve prayed for us, encouraged us, and shared stories that have become sermons, devotionals, and the occasional punchline.

I’m thankful for my church family, my neighbors, and the beautiful traffic chaos of life in Ruston, Louisiana. I’m thankful for the characters in my life—especially the ones who call me with flat tire emergencies and teach me new vocabulary.

So, this Thanksgiving, take a moment. Look at life through grateful eyes. Even the flat tires. Even the missing spares. Even the run-flat moments when you realize God’s grace lets you keep going, even when you feel deflated.

Thank you for being part of the ride. And if you’re wondering whether your car has a spare… maybe check before you call Mom.

Doug de Graffenried is the Senior Pastor of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana. You can reach Doug at his email:  DougDeGraffenried

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Natchitoches Junior High JAG and Band members recently traveled to Jackson, Mississippi, to participate in Jackson State University’s Fall High School Day, an event designed to introduce prospective students to the academic, cultural, and social opportunities available at JSU.

During the visit, the members experienced the vibrant atmosphere that JSU is known for. A highlight for many was witnessing the energy of the campus and learning about the traditions of a Historically Black College and University. The event also allowed members from Natchitoches Junior High to bond with one another and strengthen their interest in pursuing higher education.

This trip was an important step in broadening students’ horizons and inspiring their future academic goals.

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Phonetic: /ˌimpərˈtərbəb(ə)l/
Part of Speech: adjective

Definition

unable to be upset or excited; calm.
“an imperturbable tranquility”

Similar: self-possessed, composed, collected, calm, cool

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The Village of Natchez has announced its holiday schedule for Thanksgiving. The village office will be closed from Nov. 26-28 in observance of the holiday.

Residents needing assistance during the closure may contact Sheila Forrest at (318) 527-9920 for emergencies. Non-emergency calls may be directed to the Village of Natchez phone line at (318) 228-5144.

Regular office hours will resume on the next business day following the holiday break.

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The City of Natchitoches announces the continued closure of the southbound travel lane on East Fifth Street from Bienville Street to Tahoe Street through the afternoon of Wednesday, Nov. 26 for repairs to the underground storm drain system in that area.

Following placement of new concrete pavement early Monday morning, a 48-hour curing period will be required.

Motorists are urged to exercise caution when traveling through this area and to yield to oncoming traffic.

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The Natchitoches City Council received an extensive financial update during its Nov. 24 meeting, with Finance Director Clarissa Brown-Smith reporting strong year-to-date sales tax performance, notable gains across several Economic Development Districts, and continued improvement in online sales tax collections.

The report included a breakdown of sales tax distribution for the current fiscal year, which began in June. As of Oct. 31, the city collected $12.3 million in sales taxes, a figure she said provides a clear picture of ongoing revenue trends.

A multi-year bar graph comparing collections showed the city was 4.8 percent above last year, an increase of approximately $570,000, marking more than half a million dollars in additional revenue compared to the previous two years.

Month-to-month data reflected a temporary dip. For October alone, collections were down 6 percent, a decrease of $82,000 compared to October of the previous year. Smith noted that while October was slightly lower, the city remained ahead overall for the fiscal year.

A second comparison chart showed that for the city’s fiscal year-to-date totals, revenues were up 4.2 percent, an increase of $250,000 over last year’s cumulative figures. A related metric showed the city up 4 percent, or $241,000, when comparing overall collections versus distributions.

Updates on the city’s Economic Development Districts (EDD) shows steady or significant improvement over last year:
• EDD A: up 1 percent
• EDD C: up 15 percent
• EDD D: up 10 percent
• EDD E: up 13 percent
• EDD F: up 20 percent

Council members noted that the strong performance in EDD C aligns with increased hotel activity along University Parkway and the I-49 corridor.

Hotel occupancy tax collections, which operate under separate districts, showed mixed performance. District A was down 8 percent, a decrease of slightly under $4,000, while District C was up 22 percent, reflecting strong travel and lodging activity ahead of the holiday season.

Smith also highlighted the city’s gains in remote and online sales tax collections. The Sales Tax Commission reported that Natchitoches was up 16 percent in online sales tax revenue compared to last year. At this time last year, the city had collected $1.7 million in online sales taxes. This year, the total has reached almost $2.1 million, surpassing last year’s benchmark by approximately $400,000.

These online tax collections are an increasingly vital revenue source. Strong compliance and improving digital sales tracking have helped the city benefit from shifts in consumer buying habits.

Council members expressed encouragement at the overall financial outlook heading into the holiday season, with several noting that early November activity in the city appeared strong.

Among other agenda items, the council approved the final adoption of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 64 of 2001 to change the zoning classification for a 0.438-acre property located at 1041 Washington Street. The tract, identified as Tract 2A on a plat prepared by Robert L. Davis dated Sept. 8, 2021, received approval for its updated zoning designation.

Three ordinances were introduced involving agricultural leases for hay operations on city-owned property. These included:
• a lease of fenced acreage at the Natchitoches Regional Airport with James Russell Stacy,
• a lease of a 25-acre tract in the Industrial Park with James R. Stacy, and
• a lease of a 29.7-acre tract in the Industrial Park with M & M Farms of Cane River, L.L.C.

Each ordinance authorizes Mayor Ronnie Williams Jr. to execute the lease upon completion of required advertising.

The council also addressed several resolutions tied to the city’s street improvement projects. Members approved Change Orders No. 1 and No. 2 for the FY 2023 LCDBG Street Improvements project with Regional Construction LLC under Bid No. 0671. Another resolution executed the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Program with Apeck Construction LLC under Bid No. 0676.

The council will meet again on Dec. 10, 2025.

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The Natchitoches City Council began its Nov. 24 meeting with a series of holiday recognitions, celebrating local students and the 2025 Christmas Festival court.

This year’s Christmas Angels were introduced first, representing grades Pre-K through 8th. Honorees included:
• Riley Curry – Pre-K
• Haley Brown – Kindergarten
• Ramsey Glass – 1st Grade
• Lexie Raygan Seawood – 2nd Grade
• Anne Michael DeBlieux – 3rd Grade
• Aubrey Monae Rachal – 4th Grade
• Dylan Brooke Perot – 5th Grade
• Sophie Anne Bynog – 6th Grade
• Landry Ann Strahan – 7th Grade
• Corbyn Grace Gandy – 8th Grade

Each student was recognized individually for their selection and received applause from families and community members who filled the council chamber.

The council also presented the 2025 Miss Merry Christmas and Christmas Belles. Madison Gorum was recognized as Miss Merry Christmas, and the Christmas Belles honored were Jillian Coleman, Sienna Henderson, Anna Weaver, and Ella Hardee.

Council members congratulated the court for their upcoming roles in the Natchitoches Christmas Festival, noting that they will represent the city at community events throughout the holiday season.

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DESTIN, Fla.—Virginia’s inside game overwhelmed the Northwestern State women’s basketball team Monday night as the Demons dropped the opener of the Emerald Coast Classic 69-48 on the campus of Northwest Florida State.

With the loss, Northwestern (3-3) faces Purdue Fort Wayne (3-3) today at 5 p.m. The Mastadons fell against Nebraska earlier in the day Monday.

NSU allowed UVA (5-1) to score 40 points in the paint and six more at the free throw lane, as the Cavaliers used their height advantage to dominate inside.

However, even though the Cavaliers are one of the best offensive rebounding teams in the nation and hauled down 17 of them in the game, the Demons limited the impact, as UVA only had nine second chance points.

UVA forced 19 NSU turnovers and converted them into 23 Cavaliers points, including 21 in the first three quarters.

“I thought our girls played their tails off,” head coach Anna Nimz said. “We absolutely had grit and toughness for 40 minutes. The bench energy was also fantastic. We held the third best offensive rebounding team in the nation to just nine second chance points.

“However, we absolutely did not take care of the ball and gave up 20+ points off turnovers.”

The Cavaliers held a 17-13 advantage after 10 minutes and led 30-20 at halftime.

Demons leading scorer Vernell Atamah was held scoreless in the first half but recorded all seven of her points in the third quarter.

Carla Celaya buried two triples in the third, including one to cut the deficit to seven early in the period. Those triples were part of a team-high eight points.

Virginia took control later in the third quarter and put it away In the final period.

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The Natchitoches Police Department is investigating an aggravated kidnapping that occurred earlier this month at a business on South Drive.

NPD detectives were told on Nov. 20 about an aggravated kidnapping that occurred on Nov. 16 at a business in the 100 block of South Drive. Detectives were able to determine that Onterio Pier (B/M, 32 y.o.a. of Natchitoches), Derrick Rainey (B/M, 30 y.o.a. of Natchitoches) and Damontriaz Turner (B/M, 25 y.o.a. of Natchitoches) were at a business when an altercation broke out between them and the victims. During the altercation the victims were both struck with objects and robbed of their property. They were then forced at gunpoint into a vehicle but were eventually able to escape.

Earlier today Investigators with the Criminal Investigation Division and members of the Violent Crime Task Force were able to locate Onterio Pier and Derrick Rainey who are charged with two counts of Aggravated Kidnapping, two counts of Armed Robbery and Aggravated Second Degree Battery. They were both placed in the LaSalle Corrections / Natchitoches Parish Detention Center.

The Natchitoches Police Department would like to thank Natchitoches SWAT and the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office for their assistance with this investigation.

If you have seen Damontriaze Turner contact the Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101 or Detective Summer Carter at (318) 357-3810. Do not attempt to apprehend or detain this individual by yourself. Damontriaze Turner is considered to be armed and dangerous. Remember all information given shall remain confidential.

How to report an anonymous tip via Natchitoches Crime Stoppers:

You can also report a tip anonymously by downloading the P3 Tips app on your smart phone or by calling Natchitoches Crime Stoppers at (318) 238-2388. All tips remain confidential and the caller can receive a cash reward up to $5,000 for the arrest of an offender.

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Reader-submitted opinion

Subject: Water Shutoff Abuse and Unaccountable Billing Practices Must Be Addressed

I am writing to publicly call attention to a deeply troubling incident involving Bukar Ibn-Mohammed, who manages the local sewer services, and the wrongful shutoff of my water service—an action taken despite my account being fully paid and my long record of on-time payments.

I have documentation proving a $0 balance, along with a consistent history of paying my sewer bill on the 23rd or 24th of each month. Yet when I returned home Wednesday night, my water had been shut off without warning. Out of concern for my household, I immediately made another payment—even though my bill was already paid in full.

When I called Bukar Ibn-Mohammed to resolve the situation, I was met with disrespect I would never expect from a public service provider. He told me to “shut up and let him talk.” When I refused to be spoken to in that manner, he responded by saying he would not send the email needed to restore my water service.

Mr. Mohammed also claimed he has an arrangement with the water company that allows meters to be locked over sewer billing issues. However, when I contacted the water company directly, they made it clear the lockout did not come from them. They stated I owed no reconnect fee, and that they were waiting solely on an email from Bukar Ibn-Mohammed authorizing the restoration of service. In short, my household remained without water because he refused to send that email—even after being provided proof of payment.

Only after being confronted with these facts did Mr. Mohammed shift his explanation, suddenly claiming I owed him a $100 reconnect fee—a fee that does not appear on my bill and is not supported by any signed contract.

This type of behavior is not just unprofessional; it is punitive and harmful. Water is an essential service. No resident with a perfect payment history should have their water shut off, be spoken to with hostility, or be subjected to fees invented after the fact.

I am sharing this publicly because no customer should be placed in this position. If this is how Bukar Ibn-Mohammed treats fully paid customers, then the community deserves transparency—and local officials need to review these practices immediately.

Tanya Taylor
Deer Park subdivision
tanyattaylor87@gmail.com

P.S. – I offered the water company proof of payments to Bukar Ibn-Mohammed and the water company they refused saying they had to go by what Ibn-Mohammed said and not what I had to offer.

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Meet Flip, an adorable little guy with a big personality and one ear always up, ready to listen to whatever exciting adventure is next! He’s a fun-loving 6 year old pup who’s just looking for his perfect match!

What makes Flip so special?

-He’s playful and fun! Flip has strong little legs that love to run! Whether it’s racing around the yard or chasing after toys, he’s always up for some fun.

-He loves water! He’ll jump into any pool, puddle, or mud hole he can find, making him the perfect buddy for any outdoor water activities.

-He is friendly and social! He loves both people and other dogs. He would thrive in a home where he gets lots of attention, playtime, and affection.

-He is house-trained! Which makes this little gentleman ready to settle into his new home.

Flip’s Christmas list includes; a fun family with a water hose, a dog friend to play with, and a comfy couch!

If you’re looking for a cute, playful companion who’s as sweet as he is fun, Flip is waiting to meet you!

For more information about fostering or adopting Flip, please reach out to FAUNA (Friends All United For Natchitoches Animals) at npfauna@gmail.com or visit the website: npfauna.org

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The bleating of the novel Dolly
Echoed from the cloning lab,
And the brave new Baa
Heard round the ovine world.

A lamb bled on the Hill of Skull
Twenty centuries ago,
Staining the belief of man
Since shrouded by the Turin of time.

Search the socket of the skull
For a speck of stigma
In the dust of yore, and find
The Ascent of the Son of Man.

“Surely the Second Coming is at hand.”
By Dolly, the Shepherd shall separate
The goat from the maaing fold
In greener pastures of the earth!

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In the summer of 2021, a new neighbor moved into what had been a peaceful mobile home park in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, a suburb just north of Minneapolis. Until then, the residents of the mobile home park held regular barbecues and other outdoor gatherings when the cold Minnesota weather allowed. Their kids played outside and walked to and from the bus stop without the slightest hint of hesitation. The trailer park residents got along well with each other. That all changed when the new neighbor moved in.

The new neighbor was a bully who victimized the residents of the mobile home park. The bully chased them, taunted them, and sometimes attacked them. The residents were unable to relax even when they were inside their own homes because the bully peaked through their windows and made sounds that they said became terrifying to them. One day, 41-year-old Rachael Gross was carrying her groceries from her car to her home when the bully dropped down from her roof and knocked her to the ground.

During the struggle that followed, the bully ripped her jacket before Rachael was able to escape into her house. Her groceries lay scattered on her front lawn. The bully even followed Rachael to the nearby nursing home where she worked and to her favorite local restaurant. Each time, Rachael rushed inside to safety. The bully always stopped just shy of following her in. During another attack, Rachael slung water from her water bottle onto the bully. The shock from the water gave her just enough time to get inside before the bully ran back toward her. After numerous attacks, Rachael and her neighbors began to carry sticks, brooms, golf clubs, and baseball bats anytime they went outside. Rachael and her neighbors called the authorities on several occasions, but the bully continued to terrorize the neighborhood.

Because Rachael was most often the target of the bully, her neighbors began to suspect that she was somehow helping him despite her emphatic denials.

Rachael felt trapped. She said, “I’m pretty stressed out and pretty anxious all the time. I can’t even have peace. I’m so exhausted. I hope this gets a solution and somebody comes to help so I don’t have to deal with this anymore, and so that we can all have a peaceful summer with our kids and our grandkids and actually have a barbecue and just relax.” Summer turned into fall and there was no relief from the bully.

Parents had to walk their kids to and from the bust stop armed with a variety of weapons. The kids used their backpacks as shields. The neighborhood cancelled all of their usual outside activities including trick-or-treating at Halloween. For two years, the residents of the trailer park lived in fear of the bully. In the fall of 2023, reports of the bullying ended. Rumors persist that someone in the mobile home park murdered the bully. Perhaps they were all involved in the murder conspiracy. Some of the rumors go as far as to say that there is no evidence to be found because the residents ate the bully during a Thanksgiving celebration. The new neighbor which plagued that mobile home park was a wild turkey. Happy Thanksgiving!

Sources:

1. Kirsten Mitchell, “‘This turkey has literally taken over our life’: Wild turkey terrorizing neighbors in Coon Rapids,” CBS News, January 21, 2023, accessed November 16, 2025, https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/wild-turkey-terrorizing-neighbors-in-coon-rapids/.

2. The Gazette (Cedar Rapids, Iowa), March 5, 2023, p.5M.

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The 2025 Christmas season began in grand style at the “Turn on the Holidays” event Saturday, November 22 in downtown Natchitoches. The riverbank was the place to be for family fun as thousands of visitors enjoyed a free concert by the Louisiana Sidemen and iconic local favorite, the Kelli Roberts Band. Visitors also enjoyed shopping and dining along the iconic bricks of Front Street. The evening proved to be a bit of serendipity for a group of sharp dressed young people from Oak Hill High School who were celebrating their Homecoming with a bonus drone and fireworks show.

The evening’s namesake event was Miss Merry Christmas and the Christmas Belles flipping the switch as the audience counted down to zero and lit up Cane River with thousands of lights. Miss Merry Christmas and the Belles were joined by the Christmas Angels and a contingent of visiting pageant queens. After the turning on of the lights, the popular drone show appeared for the third year. The brightly lit drones made a series of holiday scenes in the sky to the delight of the crowd. The drone show was followed by one of Natchitoches’ iconic fireworks shows. The fireworks have been an integral part of the Natchitoches Christmas Festival for 89 of the show’s 99 years and are a perennial crowd favorite.

The Natchitoches Christmas Festival is in its 99th year of delivering holiday fun and building family memories. It has grown over the years from a local event into an internationally recognized festival. The Natchitoches Christmas Lights are the oldest, and in the Natchitoches Parish Journal’s opinion, far and away the finest, component of the multi-city “Trail of Lights” that stretches across central and northern Louisiana.

With thousands of lights, fireworks, concerts and the festival day’s events, there is nothing quite like the Christmas season in Natchitoches!

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A power outage affected portions of the west side of Natchitoches and the downtown area over the weekend (Nov. 22-23) after a transformer caught fire, according to the City of Natchitoches.

City officials reported that utility crews responded quickly and worked to restore service to all impacted customers as safely and efficiently as possible. Residents were asked for patience while repairs were completed.

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Oil and gas exploration in Natchitoches Parish continues to accelerate, with 29 new leases filed at the Parish Clerk of Court’s office as of Friday, November 7, 2025.

These latest filings push the year-to-date total to more than 330 leases recorded since January 1, reinforcing Natchitoches Parish’s expanding position within the Haynesville Shale region. Industry observers note that this level of sustained leasing reflects long-term confidence from operator… rather than the short-lived surges seen in some neighboring areas earlier this year.

Geographic Expansion Continues

This expanding footprint aligns with operators’ efforts to refine geological models and assess new zones of interest heading into 2026.

Legal Advisory for Property Owners

Landowners approached with lease offers are strongly encouraged to seek counsel from qualified oil-and-gas attorneys before signing. Mineral leases can have long-term consequences for royalty structures, surface rights, and future development activity. Proper legal guidance remains essential for protecting property rights.

Why It Matters

The steady pace of filings confirms that Natchitoches Parish remains one of the most active leasing markets in Louisiana for 2025. As national demand for natural gas and LNG exports continues to rise, upstream operators remain focused on securing acreage across the Haynesville Shale, positioning the parish squarely within ongoing regional investment trends.

Looking Ahead

With more than 330 leases now on record, analysts expect the parish to gradually transition from leasing activity to preliminary exploration efforts in early 2026. Tracking new drilling permits, seismic activity, and early surface operations will provide the next key indicators of how this leasing momentum translates into economic impact.

A review of Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court records shows that 29 leases have been filed since November 7, 2025. (The NPJ obtained this list directly from the parish’s online Public Records system.)

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Natchitoches City Council will have a pre-council meeting on Monday, Nov. 24 beginning at 5 p.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. to discuss non-agenda items. The City Council meeting will begin promptly at 5:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month and will be reserved to only items on the Agenda.  The public is invited to both the pre-council meetings and council meetings with the understanding that items not on the agenda will not be discussed at the scheduled council meetings, but the public is welcome to discuss any topic at the pre-council meetings.  The City Council Meetings are held at the Natchitoches City Council Chambers, located at 716 Second St. in Natchitoches.

PRESENTATION OF CHRISTMAS ANGELS
Riley Curry – Pre-K
Haley Brown – K
Ramsey Glass – 1St
Lexie Raygan Seawood – 2nd
Anne Michael DeBlieux – 3rd
Aubrey Monae Rachal – 4th
Dylan Brooke Perot – 5th
Sophie Anne Bynog – 6th
Landry Ann Strahan – 7th
Corbyn Grace Gandy – 8th

PRESENTATION OF MISS MERRY CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS BELLES

Miss Merry Christmas – Madison Gorum

Christmas Belles – Jillian Coleman, Sienna Henderson, Anna Weaver, Ella Hardee

PLANNING & ZONING – FINAL:

Amend Ordinance No. 64 Of 2001 By Changing Zoning Classification Of Property Described As Follows: Containing 0.438 Acre-Shown as Tract 2A on a Plat By Robert L. Davis, PLS Dated September 8, 2021. Recorded at Map Slide 834-B (1041 Washington St.)

ORDINANCES – INTRODUCTION:

Authorize A Lease Of That Area Under Fence At The Natchitoches Regional Airport For Hay Operations With James Russell Stacy, And Authorizing The Mayor, Ronnie Williams, Jr., To Execute Said Lease On Behalf Of The City Of Natchitoches, And To Provide For Advertising.

Enter Into A Lease Of A 25 Acre Tract In The Industrial Park For Hay Operations With James R. Stacy, And Authorizing The Mayor, Ronnie Williams, Jr., To Execute Said Lease On Behalf Of The City Of Natchitoches, And To Provide For Advertising.

Enter Into A Lease Of A 29.7 Acre Tract In The Industrial Park For Hay Operations With M & M Farms Of Cane River, L.L.C., And Authorizing The Mayor, Ronnie Williams, Jr.,To Execute Said Lease On Behalf Of The City Of Natchitoches, And To Provide For Advertising.

RESOLUTIONS:

Execute Change Order No. 1 To The Contract Between The City Of Natchitoches And Regional Construction, LLC For The Fy 2023 LCDBG Street Improvements
Resolution Authorizing The Mayor To Execute Change Order No. 2 To The Contract Between The City Of Natchitoches And Regional Construction, LLC For The Fy 2023 LCDBG Street Improvements (Bid No. 0671)

Execute A Certificate Of Substantial Completion To The Contract Between The City Of Natchitoches And Apeck Construction, LLC For The 2025 Street Rehabilitation Program (Bid No. 0676) 10.

FINANCIAL REPORT: Clarissa Smith

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
• The next scheduled City Council meeting will be December 10, 2025.

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