Ronald “Mac” Charles McCarthy was born in Massena, N.Y. on June 20, 1948. He grew up in nearby Winthrop, N.Y. He had a large family with many siblings, step- siblings and half siblings.
A closed-casket memorial service will be held for Rufus Washington, Jr., at 2 pm, Monday, October 7, 2024, at King’s Funeral Home, in Ruston. Visitation will be held at 12-2 p.m., closed-casket, prior to the service.
Cedar Creek scored a season high 20 points but it wasn’t enough Thursday evening as the Cougars dropped to 0-5 overall in a 38-20 loss on the road at Delta Charter in Ferriday.
Louisiana Tech women’s basketball head coach Brooke Stoehr announced the full 2024-25 schedule on Thursday, including 16 home contests inside the Thomas Assembly Center.
Louisiana Tech men’s basketball head coach Talvin Hester announced Thursday the complete 2024-25 schedule, a slate that features 15 home games inside the Thomas Assembly Center.
Lincoln Parish sheriff’s deputies have arrested a Ruston man who reportedly jumped another man, punching him in the face then threatened him with a knife and a pitchfork.
As Director for the Lincoln Parish Museum, Ricky Godley is riding a high. The landmark’s inaugural Bluesuem Fest is just one week away. However, there’s one more thing fueling the energy around the festival.
We are entering the month of October and for this country boy, the arrival of October carried with it a special meaning. It’s time to go squirrel hunting. Season opens in Louisiana on Saturday.
October is a busy time for DART staff and volunteers. The only DART-run fundraiser will be held on Thursday. The 21st Annual Radiothon goal is $ 80,000, which is essential to continue the level of services that DART provides for survivors and their children.
