Natchitoches

Yarn bombers target Natchitoches telephone pole

Kate Archer Kent — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:32:20 +0000

Art students at Northwestern State University have installed another yarn bomb in Natchitoches. NSU assistant professor of art Leslie Gruesbeck said the students made a proposal to the mayor to get permission to cover a telephone pole with a brightly-colored crocheted wrap, like a sweater. This is the sixth yarn bomb her students have completed. She said several fiber classes crocheted different pieces for the latest installation in Tricentennial Park.

Natchitoches prepares for 'The Green Agora' venture

Kate Archer Kent — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:55:56 +0000

A Natchitoches, La.-based businesswoman aims to open a business incubator in the town, which will include a marketplace for fresh produce and cottage industries.

Biography gives fresh insight into artist Clementine Hunter

Kate Archer Kent — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:35:03 +0000

A new biography of the late folk artist Clementine Hunter offers a fuller portrait of her life, from domestic servant at Melrose Plantation in Natchitoches Parish to artistic fame as a widely-collected painter and muralist. Coauthor Tom Whitehead says he draws from the many visits he had with Hunter that went on for nearly two decades. Whitehead will sign copies of "Clementine Hunter: Her Life and Art" at Barnes and Noble, Sept. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Natchitoches remembers Coach Garrett

Kate Archer Kent — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:00:23 +0000

The funeral of J.D. Garrett, 74, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Natchitoches Events Center. The city pool manager was affectionately called Coach Garrett because he held so many coaching positions. He had a passion for teaching children to swim, and spent nearly 60 years working at the city pools.

Bassmaster competitor remembers his Natchitoches roots

Kate Archer Kent — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:03:21 +0000

Bassmaster Classic fisherman Keith Poche fondly recalls fishing on Cane River Lake and feels like a hometown favorite in the Classic field that includes anglers from 22 states.

The competition gets under way Feb. 24.