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Movement in police jury suit

Crochet updates complaint, trial may be scheduled

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Knife attack leads to attempted manslaughter arrest, charge

A Ruston man is charged with attempted manslaughter after he apparently knifed another man who may have repeatedly insulted him.

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VFW Post 3615 honored with state, national recognitition

When word came through that Don Reber, State Commander for the VFW Department of Louisiana, would be coming to Ruston to attend the local VFW meeting in April, Tom Boniol couldn’t help but be a little apprehensive.

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Louisiana cancer center welcomes researchers from Louisiana Tech

As part of the Louisiana Cancer Research Center’s (LCRC) emphasis on expanding its reach across the state, Center Director and CEO Dr. Joe W. Ramos will travel to North Louisiana on May 1-2 to meet with scientists from Louisiana Tech University and the University of Louisiana Monroe.

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'Tech in 10': Where do things stand as Tech wraps up spring ball?

Living with shingles but not ready to jump

A friend sent me a cartoon last week. In it, a man is standing beside the bed where his wife is propped up. He says to her “That looks painful. Why do they call it shingles?” And she replies, “Because it makes you want to jump off the roof.”

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Industrial and Agricultural Part I

There was little industrial development in Ruston until the coming in 1901 of the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railroad. The people of Ruston had long envisioned the time when another railroad should be built. They expected capital to be induced to come here, freight rates to be lowered, and business to increase in every direction.

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Johnston celebrates 90th birthday

Joann Johnston celebrated her 90th birthday in style while visiting her daughter’s home in Dallas, Texas. Surrounded by family, the longtime Ruston jewel was feted as “ 90 and Fabulous.” Right, Johnston (center) is in front of the festive balloon display with her four children (from left) Dr. Steve Johnston, Fran Johnston Matise, Holly Johnston Reed and Dr. Lamar Johnston, as well as amidst a host of her cherished grandchildren inside the home (above).

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DID YOU KNOW?

Drains and other high-suction components in pools and spas can be dangerous. That is why the United States Congress passed the Title XIV Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, which was named after the granddaughter of Secretary of State James A. Baker, III.