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Charges filed after alleged knife, pitchfork attack by Ruston man

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.

CES invests in students’ well-being

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Editor’s Note: This is the second of a two-part series on Choudrant Elementary School leaders developing a Connection and Recovery Environment.

Upcoming Blueseum Fest helps shine light on Lincoln Parish Museum

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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.

Get in the spooky spirit at Louisiana state parks

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Weekends in October at Louisiana State Parks will be filled with fun, family-friendly activities to get your little ghosts and goblins in the Halloween spirit. “Get into the spooky spirit of the Halloween season with Louisiana State Parks this month. From Rougarou and Bigfoot hunts to mask making and the popular trickor- treating and costume contests, it’s a great time to bring the family out to a state park for something fun to do every weekend in October,” said Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser.

Thoughts about the decline of squirrel hunting

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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.

Annual Radiothon Fundraiser happens this week

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.

Bearcat Drive road closure announced

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Weather permitting, the city of Ruston will close Bearcat Drive between Western Street and Tech Drive beginning at 7 a.m., Monday until further notice.

CHURCH NEWS

Editor’s Note: If you have a submission regarding your church’s worship services, you should email the information by 5 p.m. Wednesday to newsroom@rustonleader.com.

Recovering from a hurricane is a harrowing experience

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I haven’t officially been diagnosed with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), though I suspect I do have bouts with it after my experiences of being in southwest Louisiana during Hurricane Laura on Aug. 27 of 2020.

Contractor licensing board donates $275K to LA Tech

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The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors ( LSLBC) generously contributed $275,000 to the Construction Engineering Technology program at Louisiana Tech University. Funding will be used to improve classroom and lab spaces with construction slated to begin next summer.