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West Nile Virus found in Ruston, Lincoln Parish

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Officials won’t know until Friday whether West Nile virus found in Ruston last week is still here.

Schools meet reading goal

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4 out of 5 students in K-3 on grade level

Trio charged with looting burned-out house

Three Ruston residents have been charged with looting after apparently taking items from a burned-out house on Davis Boulevard.

Bullet Softball Showcase benefits local colleges, players

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With 27 college programs in attendance and 90 softball players looking to make an impression, Bullet Athletics officials and college coaches deemed the Summer Showcase Friday and Saturday at the Ruston Sports Complex a success, as area talent and local schools got a chance to catch each other’s eye.

Holiday Camp motivates, inspires local youth

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Ruston will always be a part of Justin Holiday’s story.

First cohort graduates from Louisiana Tech School of Banking

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Eighty-two bankers from across Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi attended the second year of the Louisiana Tech University School of Banking, June 5-9, in Ruston.

Russ Town Band patriotic concert

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Russ Town Band patriotic concert

Civic Growth – Part II

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When the fire department was first set up, the fire bell was an old plantation-type bell hung in a wooden tower behind Perkins’ Drug Store. The telephone exchange was in the second floor of this building. If a fire was reported by telephone, the operator called Mr. Perkins who stepped out the back of his store and rang the bell.

Highlights of the latest exercise guidelines

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In recent years, the Physical Activity Guidelines have been a vital resource for health professionals and policy makers, serving as a foundation for physical activity and education programs. These guidelines, established and periodically adjusted by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, include recommendations for individuals ages three and over.