American Legion Post 2 was recently joined by state American Legion leadership to recognize the local veterans group with a special award for its membership efforts. Billy Cardin, District 5 Commander (left) and Allen K. Dunn Jr., Past Department Commander (right) are seen with Post 2 Commander Tom Boniol and Quartermaster Jeff Ferguson following the presentation of a Certificate of Commendation for achieving 127% membership for the year 2023-24.
GRAMBLING — With football in the spotlight this past week, what better time could there be to learn about being a champion in any or all phases of life?
The total funds raised for the Z107.5 St. Jude Radiothon when it went off the air in Ruston Friday came to $93,957, $5,569 more than the $88,388 raised last year.
At Media Day for the upcoming Bayou Jamb Baseball Jamboree for local high school teams Monday in West Monroe, Ruston High baseball player Gabe Gaudet received a $1,000 scholarship from Oschner LSU Health for his commitment to academics and community service.
As the Lincoln Parish Police Jury kicks off a new term with new leadership, it appears the parish governing body wants to work more closely with its counterparts in Ruston and surrounding municipalities.
