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Bearcats begin fall practice with new-look defense

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The defending state champions are back on the turf at Hoss Garrett Stadium for the start of fall camp.

Woman charged with theft of jewelry, possession of drugs

A Ruston woman remained in the Lincoln Parish Detention Center on Monday charged with stealing jewelry and prescription drugs from her cousin.

Does Congress pay into Social Security?

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Dear Rusty: I’ve been told that members of Congress do not have Social Security deducted from their pay; Additionally, that their retirement dollars come from the Social Security Administration purse even if they only serve as a member of Congress for a short number of terms.

CELEBRATIONS

August 7

How to help kids lose weight

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Obesity and overweight are public health issues across the globe. The World Health Organization says worldwide adult obesity has more than doubled since 1990, and adolescent obesity has quadrupled. According to the State of Childhood Obesity and data from the National Survey of Children’s Health, in 2021-2022, 17% of U.S. youths ages 10 to 17 had obesity.

Spice up dinnertime in 30 minutes

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If you’re looking for a go-to meal for your hungry family, search no more. This Taco Salad calls only for pantry staples so you can spice up busy evenings in just half an hour. Visit Culinary.net for more quick dinner solutions.

Ruston High School Alumni Association revives school spirit

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When perusing the new Ruston High School Alumni Association website, RHS graduate Trott Hunt saw a picture of the 1947 Homecoming Court “ You’ve got my mother in there!” he exclaimed.

New Dogs, Old Tricks

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Final wave of Bulldog Project statues ready for auction

Gas leak shuts down portion of Ruston street

The section of East Kentucky Avenue between Commerce Street and Floyd Park that was closed Monday morning after a construction crew nicked a gas line is reopened.

Jerry Lee Lewis to return to Union Museum

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Jerry Lee Lewis, the late great rock ‘n’ roll icon, will be the subject of a pop-up exhibit in the Union Museum of History and Art- Discovery Place, Aug. 10-30.