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September 2022

Tech engineering senior helps founding of research center

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Civil Engineering and Environmental Science senior and Shreveport native Lori Hawkins came to Louisiana Tech University with a unique resume that included a psychology degree and more than 20 years in the technology and business architecture sectors, many of which were in business architecture and leadership roles where she oversaw employees on six continents.

Make room for Irene: Area’s latest centenarian

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Make room, Smuckers. You have a new 100- year- old to celebrate.

Miss Grambling State looks to expand platform

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Fifth-generation Gramblinite plans to become first medical doctor in her family

What you can do to help local wildlife

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According to the World Wildlife Federation’s “Living Planet Report 2018,” populations of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians declined by 60 percent in the roughly 40 years prior to the report’s release. The WWF notes that the primary threats to wildlife populations, which include habitat loss and degradation, can be directly linked to human activities.

Ribbon cutting held for The Crawfish Basket

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The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce joined The Crawfish Basket for a ribbon cutting at their grand opening on Sept. 10, at 800 Pershing Hwy.

Employer contemplates reaching out to former employee

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DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently had to let go of an employee, mainly due to budget cuts at my company. But if I am honest, it is also because he was not a high performer. There were often gaps in his job skillset. Even though I pointed out his shortfalls and made recommendations for how he could do his job better during the time we worked together, he really didn’t improve much.

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Suicide:

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How to help a suicidal loved one or friend

Billy Joe Upshaw

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Funeral services for Billy Joe Upshaw, 84, of Ruston, were held Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at 10 a.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston with Brother Gerald Nelson and Brother Jim Manning officiating.

Shuttle service underway at Tech

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As the fall quarter continues at Louisiana Tech University, students will get used to the iShuttle service and incorporate it into their plans to navigate campus.