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September 2022

Rice’s execution too much for Tech in 4- 1 tilt

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The Louisiana Tech women’s soccer team fell at home to Rice by the score of 4-1 Sunday afternoon at The Mack on International Student Day, which recognized the 14 Tech players who represent different countries from around the world. Tech (3-7-2, 1-2-1 CUSA) found themselves in great position with 30 minutes remaining in a 2-1 match before a fortuitous handball call in Rice’s attacking box set up a penalty kick opportunity for the Owls.

Ruston cross country excels in Texas

The Ruston High cross- country program continued to stack quality performances from its runners in a loaded field of teams at the 2022 Garmin Milesplit Invitational on Saturday.

More scenes from the Louisiana Chicken Festival

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The 33rd annual Louisiana Chicken Festival, hosted by the Dubach Restoration and Beautification Organization, flooded the coop with fun and games Friday and Saturday. Top left: The Cheese Louise food truck was one of many cuisine options on offer at the festival.

Voter registration drives wrapping up

Lincoln Parish residents wishing to vote in the Nov. 8 primary and not now registered have three more opportunities to do so this week.

Robertson seeks another term as mayor of North Hodge

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North Hodge Mayor Kathy Robertson has announced her bid for a third term in the Nov. 8 primary. Robertson, a Republican, faces two challengers.

Ruston pushed, but wins in three sets

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Seventh straight victory sets the stage for stretch run, playoff push

Devin Flowers seeks reelection to District D Jonesboro council

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Thank you for allowing me to serve Jonesboro as your councilman for District “D.” On November 8, please vote #80 on the ballot and allow me to continue my service to the citizens of District “D.”

It’s time for our annual Radiothon fundraiser

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T he ye a r i s 2002. DART’s first Radiothon is being held at Super 1 Foods. It only lasts a few hours, but DART Board President at that time, Gary Stokley, has arranged another revenue source for the day: Bill Cox is serving up good food and good will outside. DART raises about $2,000 that day. Fa s t - forward to 2019. For the first time in 17 years, the Radiothon is delayed due to the catastrophic tornado that d e s t r o y e d homes and businesses in our community. DART waits for five months and holds the Radiothon in September, right after our 25th Anniversary Celebration.

Kotara returns to Ruston for Braille-based art exhibit at Fringe: An Art Experience

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Fringe: An Art Experience welcomes former Ruston resident and Louisiana native contemporary mixed- media abstract artist Kenn Kotara in a show entitled “Deepest Soundings.” The show opens on Oct. 1, from 4-6 p.m. with an artist’s reception.

GSU teams with IBM to address cybersecurity talent shortage

GRAMBLING — Grambling State will work with IBM to establish a Cybersecurity Leadership Center, giving students and faculty access to IBM training, software, multiple cloud environments, and certifications at no cost During the National HBCU Week Conference convened by the U.S. Department of Education and the White House and currently being held in Washington D.C., Grambling State University (GSU) announced a collaboration with IBM to help establish a virtual GSU Cybersecurity Leadership Center. Grambling State is one of 20 schools working with IBM to create Cybersecurity Leadership Centers.