City of Natchitoches

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Temporary Southbound Lane Closure on Jefferson Street
Scheduled for June 15-16, 2026
NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches advises the public of a temporary closure of the southbound lane of Jefferson Street from Touline Street to Amulet Street on Monday, June 15, and Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

The closure will be in effect daily from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. to allow contractors to perform work on a second-floor balcony adjacent to the roadway.

During the closure, southbound traffic will be detoured at Touline Street. Motorists traveling southbound on Jefferson Street should turn right onto Touline Street, proceed to Second Street, and continue southbound on Second Street as an alternate route.

Northbound traffic on Jefferson Street will remain open and unaffected throughout the duration of the project.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling in the area.

For more information, please contact the City of Natchitoches Police Department at (318) 352-8101.

06/11/2026

The City of Natchitoches would like to extend a sincere thank you to City Bank & Trust Company for being a proud sponsor of the 5th Annual Natchitoches Juneteenth Festival!

For generations, City Bank has been committed to serving and strengthening communities across Louisiana, and we are grateful for their partnership in helping make this year's festival a success. Their support helps us continue celebrating the history, culture, and significance of Juneteenth while providing a day of family-friendly entertainment, music, food, and community fellowship.

We appreciate City Bank's investment in our community and their dedication to supporting events that bring people together.

Thank you for helping us celebrate freedom, unity, and progress!

❤️🖤💚💛

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

START OF CONSTRUCTION WORK ON SECOND STREET AND TOULINE STREET

NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches announces that construction work on Second Street, from Church Street to Touline Street, and on Touline Street, from Front Street to Fifth Street, is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.



This work consists of removal of the existing deteriorated concrete pavement and construction of a new pavement in these areas. Appurtenant work will consist of the replacement of existing water and sewer lines and storm drain pipes, and the construction of curb ramps that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.



The first phase of work, which is expected to take approximately three weeks to complete, will be located on Second Street from Church Street to Trudeau Street, during which time this section of Second Street will be CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC, including on-street parking. During approximately the last seven days of this work phase, the intersection of Second Street at Church Street also will be CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC for installation of a new sewer manhole in this intersection and tie-in of the new sewer line to the new manhole.



Upon completion of the Phase 1 work, the next phase of work will be conducted on Second Street from Trudeau Street to Touline Street, followed by work on Touline Street from Second Street to Fourth Street.

During these phases of work and the accompanying street closures, traffic must detour around the work sites via the system of adjacent City streets. It will also be necessary for those who normally park along these streets for access to adjacent buildings to park elsewhere while the work is being completed in each street segment.



Except for short periods while the new water and sewer lines are being tied into the existing utility lines at each end of these street segments, water and sewer service to adjacent businesses, residences, and other buildings will be maintained throughout the duration of the project.



This work is being done under the State Capital Outlay Program, with 75% of the costs being borne by the State. The contractor is Skyplex Trucking, LLC, of Natchitoches, and the contract amount is $2.3 million.



The City of Natchitoches appreciates the public’s patience as they are inconvenienced by this work, and motorists are urged to obey all traffic control devices when traveling in these areas.

For more information about this project, please contact the City Engineer at (318) 357-3877.

06/10/2026

The City of Natchitoches would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Thomas, Cunningham, Broadway & Todtenbier for being a valued sponsor of the 5th Annual Natchitoches Juneteenth Festival!

Your support plays an important role in helping us celebrate freedom, culture, and community while creating a fun and memorable experience for residents and visitors alike. Partnerships with community-minded organizations like yours help make events such as the Juneteenth Festival possible.

We are grateful for your commitment to Natchitoches and for investing in events that bring our community together.
Thank you for your generosity and support!

06/10/2026

The City of Natchitoches was proud to be a part of two special celebrations today!

We joined in honoring Mimi Stoker on her induction into the Louisiana 4-H Hall of Fame, recognizing her dedication and impact on generations of young people through 4-H.

We also celebrated the upcoming 250th Anniversary of the United States with the planting of a Liberty Tree at City Park, generously donated by Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry Mike Strain as part of the Louisiana 250 initiative.

Thank you to Representative Gabe Firment for attending and to Representative Mike Bayham for his efforts in securing the tree donation and for his leadership on the Louisiana 250 Commission in the Legislature.

The City of Natchitoches was honored to host the Liberty Tree at City Park and be part of these meaningful celebrations of service, history, and community.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BOIL ADVISORY LIFTED
Payne Subdivision, Sudbury Subdivision, and surrounding areas

NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches Distribution System would like to notify the public that the Boil Advisory issued for Sudbury Subdivision from Flora Street to Grand Ecore Bridge, McCaa’s Mobile Home Park, Boston Fowler Road, Brickyard Road, Buck’s Grocery Road, Dawn Road, Grand Ecore Spur, Hargis Road, Holden Road, Industrial Avenue, Pridgen Road, Rex Waterwell Road, St. Saviour Church Road, Tauzin Island Road and Clarence, LA on, June 4, 2026, has been lifted. The Louisiana Department of Health collected a sample of water from the area on Monday, May June 8, 2026, and notified the City of Natchitoches on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, that the water was safe for human consumption and use.

The City of Natchitoches appreciates the public’s patience during this time.

For more information or questions, contact the Utility Department at (318) 357-3850.

06/09/2026

Hello everyone! We still have a few POP UP VENDOR slots available. Please contact 318-527-6543 for more information.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BOIL ADVISORY LIFTED
Super 1 Foods, Zippy B's, Stine Home & Yard, First Federal Bank, The Quad (formerly Frog Pond), and surrounding areas

NATCHITOCHES – The City of Natchitoches Distribution System would like to notify the public that the Boil Advisory issued for Super 1 Foods, Zippy B's, Stine Home & Yard, First Federal Bank, The Quad (formerly Frog Pond), and surrounding areas on June 5, 2026, has been lifted. The Louisiana Department of Health collected a sample of water from the area on Monday, May June 8, 2026, and notified the City of Natchitoches on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, that the water was safe for human consumption and use.

The City of Natchitoches appreciates the public’s patience during this time.

For more information or questions, contact the Utility Department at (318) 357-3850.

06/09/2026

Click the link and sign up! The Natchitoches Teen Center is now back open for the summer for kids ages 12 to 16. The operating hours are 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM Monday- Friday!

Looking for a place to learn, create, connect, and have fun after school? The Natchitoches Teen Center is now accepting registrations for youth ages 12-16!

📚 Academic Support
✅ Computer Lab
✅ Study Room
✅ Reading Corner
🎮 Fun & Creative Spaces
✅ Gaming Station
✅ Podcast Room
✅ Board Games

Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where teens can grow academically, develop leadership skills, express their creativity, and build lasting friendships.

📍 625 MLK Drive, Natchitoches, LA
🕐 Monday – Friday | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
👥 Ages 12-16

Give your teen a place to thrive, learn, and succeed. Register today and become part of the Natchitoches Teen Center family!

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06/09/2026

Please join us in spotlighting our June employee of the month, Stacy Mcqueary. Mrs.Stacy has been an executive assistant at the Mayors office for 19 years! We are extremely thankful for her dedication to the city! Congratulations!