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March 2023

Bunny tracks

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Easter rabbit heads to Lincoln Parish

State semifinalist

Choudrant’s Martin makes Principal of the Year shortlist

‘Home Made Hugs’ comes to Tech

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Louisiana Tech University’s Centennial Plaza was recently converted into a home for hugs. And not just any hugs.

Give Kids a Smile Day

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Dr. Lamar Johnston of Johnston & Murphy Dental Care believes we were put on earth to help others.

Is silver fin the new ragondin?

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Remember “ ragondin?” I didn’t think so. Several years ago, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in an effort to find a market for an exotic wildlife species threatening our coastal marsh introduced a wild game food source that was readily available and virtually free for the taking.

Brownies take action in community

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Brownies (second and third grade) from Ruston’s Troop 11 voted on a Take Action project while earning their philantrophy badge to get supplies for the Ruston Animal Control. The girls decided to take $200 from their money raised from selling Girl Scout cookies during February and early March to buy the supplies. The items were delivered to Ruston Animal Control. The girls were able to donate 10 bags of litter and cat food. The girls also assembled 15 adoption packs with treats, toys and collars. Above, shopping for supplies are Brownies Anna Kate Jackson (left) and Olivia Turner, joined by future Daisy Scout Alice Turner in the middle.

Choudrant outlasts Forest 7-4 in softball battle

It wasn’t a pretty win, but the Choudrant softball team will take it all the same.

Eight reasons people may abuse another

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One of the main questions that are asked of DART advocates daily is, “If he hits her/him, why do they stay?” This is a legitimate question from someone who does not know what a victim of domestic violence is enduring.

Billberry’s gem carries Ruston over Pineville 11-0

Ruston High varsity baseball had big nights on the mound and at the plate that propelled the team to an 11-0 win over Pineville Thursday.

Honoring Women’s History Month

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Honorable Patricia Roberts Harris, (19241985) esteemed law professor and dean, legal scholar, educator, United States Ambassador, and diplomat, touched, influenced and cultivated many lives across the globe. Those of us who sat under her tutelage, guidance, and leadership at the Howard University Law School, were constantly amazed and challenged by her professionalism, teaching skills and techniques, more especially her never-ending demands for excellence in and out of the classroom.