The Rapides Parish School Board building is set to be named after former Rapides Parish Superintendent Allen Nichols.
A motion has passed that will affect the current Bolton High School students as the school converts into a magnet school in August.
North Platte Habitat For Humanity and students at North Platte Community College are teaming up to help build homes for families in need.
These projects are something Mayor Ronnie Thompson believes will be a catalyst for growth.