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Dogs, SFA meet in The Joe with familiar history

Louisiana Tech (0-1) kicks off its 2022 home slate at Joe Aillet Stadium Saturday to face FCS opponent Stephen F. Austin (11), with hopes that the Lumberjacks don’t cut down their chance of getting their first win of the season.

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Ruston High ace JR Tollett commits to Ragin’ Cajuns

It’s been a roller coaster year for Ruston High right-hander JR Tollett, experiencing the low of missing out on the 5A playoffs with an arm injury to the elation of committing to Louisiana-Lafayette Wednesday. The Bearcat ace gave the Ragin’ Cajuns his pledge after one final visit there Tuesday.

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Henry-Brooks enters transfer portal, leaving Louisiana Tech

Running back Keyon Henry-Brooks said goodbye to Louisiana Tech Wednesday, announcing his decision to transfer out of the program after one season with the Bulldogs.

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Library hosts Youth Art Award ceremony

The Jackson Parish Library hosted a Youth Art Award ceremony Thursday that celebrated the winners of the parish-wide 2022 Jackson Parish Tourism Commission youth art contest.

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Pullen vying for 5th District U.S. congressional seat

West Monroe Republican Hunter Pullen has announced his bid for the 5th District Congressional seat in the November primary.

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Tech holds Freshman Convocation

Miss Louisiana Tech Jordan Smith joined Tech XXII the Bulldog and a host of well-wishing faculty, staff, alumni and friends in welcoming the Class of 2026 as they deposited their medallions in the Lady of the Mist fountain following a special program in Howard Auditorium Wednesday.

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LINCOLN PARISH ARRESTS

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Childhood obesity risk factors

Parents want their children to be as healthy as possible, but many youngsters are at serious risk for poor health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 13.7 million children and adolescents in the United States are obese.

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Foods that will push you past the post-lunch slump

Feelings of fatigue after eating a “hearty” lunch are not uncommon. Kim Yawitz, LD, a registered dietitian/nutritionist, said it’s natural to get a little tired in the afternoon due to circadian rhythms and the release of melatonin between the hours of 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.