July 2024

I was self-employed and don’t have enough credits for Social Security

Dear Rusty: For a 30-year period, I was making a living as an independent contractor and freelancer. I was working on behalf of myself. Thus, I was only paying state and federal taxes when applied. Due to changes in the employment landscape, I wish to apply for benefits at age 64, as receiving said SS benefits would serve as supplemental income to what I would be receiving from outside sources.

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A Grilled Side Dish for Your Next Cookout

Grilling is a great way to feed a crowd, but that doesn’t have to be limited to just the main dish. Fresh veggies like asparagus are a perfect accompaniment to grilled favorites and can be placed on the grates right next to the protein you’re serving to make hosting a cinch and avoid heating up the kitchen. Before your next gathering, visit Culinary.net for more recipe inspiration.

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Commision expected to act on Buc-ee’s preliminary plat

Ruston’s Planning and Zoning Commission is poised to consider a preliminary plat of the Buc-ee’s Travel Center development when the commission meets Aug. 19.

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Tech students join statewide Bangladesh protest

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Argument turns physical, leads to arrest of local man

A domestic squabble that turned violent in front of small children in Ruston Friday led to the arrest of Howard Roberts, Jr., on a charge of domestic abuse battery with child endangerment.

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Farmerville Boys & Girls Club open house

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Summer returns after unusual cool snap

Summer is back, and with a bit of a vengeance.

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Open house celebration held during Watermelon Festival

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Wilbert Ellis Baseball Camp remains strong

Despite inclement weather changing the location of the 14th annual Wilbert Ellis Baseball Camp, Lincoln Parish families took part in a worthwhile day of learning from local representatives on Saturday.