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Becky Thomas-Meziere to be recognized as a Louisiana Tradition Bearer
Pine needle basket maker Becky Thomas-Meziere will be named a Louisiana Tradition Bearer by the Louisiana Folklife Commission and honored at a ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum at 800 Front St. in Natchitoches. Serving as a folklife ambassador for the Louisiana Folklife Commission, Dr. Shane Rasmussen, professor of English and director of the Louisiana Folklife Center at Northwestern State University, will talk with Thomas-Meziere about her lifetime endeavors preserving Louisiana’s traditional folklife. The event is free and open to the public.
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Natalie Baszile Pivots from Author to Filmmaker with Documentary ‘Harvest’
In the documentary, “Harvest,” co-directors Natalie Baszile and her daughter, Hyacinth Parker, let the four Nelson brothers tell and show the story of family farm life in rural Louisiana, revealing all the complexities, struggles, tragedy, resilience and togetherness. From a stunning view, high above the acres of corn,...
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Economic impact of Louisiana film industry has dropped significantly, officials say
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The director of the New Orleans film office said Louisiana has dropped from number four in the country to number 10 when it comes to film production. At one time, the economic impact of films being produced here was estimated at around $1 billion a year, but it has dropped significantly to $185 million.
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Vendor forms are ready for Mansura’s Christmas on L’Eglise
Mark those calendars for the first annual Christmas on L’Eglise event in Mansura presented by the Mansura Chamber of Commerce. Save the date: Saturday, Dec. 5. Vendor forms are now ready and can be picked up at the Mansura Police Department. Spots are 10 X 10; additional space requires additional payment. Non-electrical booths are $25; electrical booths are $50. For more information, call or text 318-964-2120; 318-613-2281; or 318-359-7415.
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Alexandria Museum of Art to debut Clementine Hunter exhibit
ALEXANDRIA, La. (WNTZ) – The Alexandria Museum of Art will open a new exhibition this month celebrating the life and artistic development of Louisiana artist Clementine Hunter, featuring works from a private family collection being shown publicly for the first time. “Life as Opportunity: Clementine Hunter from the Ann & Jack Brittain Family Collection” will […]
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Natchitoches, SRAC artists accepted for international residency in France
Debra Roberson, a 1985 graduate of Natchitoches Central High School, and her spouse, award-winning writer Mary Dumars, have been accepted to participate in the Chateau D’Orquevaux artist residency in Orquevaux, France, in the Champagne D’Ardenne region. The residency is scheduled for July 22 through Aug. 4, 2027. Roberson...
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Economic impact of Louisiana film industry has dropped significantly, officials say
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The director of the New Orleans film office said Louisiana has dropped from number four in the country to number 10 when it comes to film production. At one time, the economic impact of films being produced here was estimated at around $1 billion a year, but it has dropped significantly to $185 million.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones to star in movie filming in Natchez
NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – Mississippi native Tate Taylor will direct a new film in Natchez. The Natchez Democrat reported the psychological thriller “Cupid” will film between October 21 and November 23, 2026. The movie will star Catherine Zeta-Jones. Taylor is known for directing the films “The Help,” “Ma,” and “The Girl on the Train.” According […]
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LSU alumnus’ debut novel explores the disaster that could ensue without Louisiana’s river control
LSU alumnus Rick Bahlinger sets a doomsday clock in the middle of Louisiana with his new book “Mother Nature Hates To Lose.”. With hurricanes and rising sea levels, citizens of Louisiana are no stranger to possible ecological disasters. Not many people would expect the danger would lie in eastern central Louisiana, where LSU alumnus and author Bahlinger set his debut novel.
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This Historic Natchitoches Mercantile On Front Street Pairs Old-School Hardware With Old-Fashioned Toys
On Front Street in Natchitoches, you can buy a pound of nails and a Radio Flyer wagon in the same store, and the cash register that rings them up is more than 100 years old. Kaffie-Frederick General Mercantile opened in 1863 and is known as the oldest general store in Louisiana.
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Local Filmmaker’s Doc at the 4 Star
In the documentary, “Harvest,” co-directors Natalie Baszile and her daughter, Hyacinth Parker, let the four brothers tell and show the story of family farm life in rural Louisiana, revealing complexities, struggles, tragedy, resilience and togetherness. From a stunning view, high above the acres of corn, soy and cotton,...