Rice is a major component of cuisines spanning the globe. Rice is one of the most important commodities in the world and feeds more people than any other crop.
All the summer sweat under the sweltering heat is history and the Ruston Bearcats will begin their state championship defense Friday at L.J. “Hoss” Garrett Stadium.
Weather permitting, McDonald Avenue between Poe Street and Garden Street will be closed to through traffic beginning 7 a.m. this morning until further notice.
