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‘Silent Witnesses’ honor victims

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The Domestic Abuse Resistance Team’s “Silent Witnesses” silhouette display arrived on the Ruston City Hall lawn Monday. Each red silhouette represents a woman, man or child who lost his or her life to domestic violence in the parishes that DART serves around the region.

Tech Madness tips off hoops season

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The unofficial start of the college basketball season for Louisiana Tech has arrived. Tech Madness, a hype night set to feature the 2022-23 Lady Techsters and Bulldog basketball teams, will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. inside Thomas Assembly Center for Tech fans to get their first look at the respective squads. 

GSU returns off ‘glaring’ bye

Anything and everything. That’s what Grambling State football had to clean up during a much-needed bye week.

Egbuloniu scores twice to extend Tech’s win streak

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Louisiana Tech women’s soccer team continued their winning ways with a 2-1 win over previously unbeaten UAB at The Mack Sunday afternoon to wrap up their home regular season schedule. Tech (7-7-3, 5-2-2 CUSA) got another multigoal performance, their third of the season and second in as many matches, this time from Lauren Egbuloniu. The sophomore forward put Tech on the board in the 39’ off assists from Flavie Dube and Kalli Matlock. Tech would hold the 1-0 lead into the halftime locker room.

No movement among top teams in Class 5A

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It’s been nearly a month since any of the top 7 Class 5A schools have tasted defeat on the football field.

Louisiana Tech University Advancement realigns, increases focus on philanthropy and engagement

Louisiana Tech University’s Division of University Advancement announced its realignment of leadership resources focused on philanthropy and engagement with Tech alumni. “ With this realignment, we are strengthening our commitment to embracing the reality that engagement is evolving yet continues to be the leading indicator of philanthropic support for the University,” said Brooks Hull, Vice President for University Advancement and CEO for the University Foundation. “This restructuring shows our confidence in cultivating relationships with our Tech Family members and showing the impact of their loyalty.”

MedCamps to hold Fall Bash Oct. 29 at Camp Alabama

MedCamps of Louisiana, Inc. is holding its annual Fall Bash at Camp Alabama in Choudrant Oct. 29 from 5-8 p.m.

Silhouettes for those we mourn

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Monday, as you drive down N. Trenton Street you will notice the front lawn of the Ruston Civic Center long before you arrive at the stop light. You can’t help but see them: the bright red, harsh reminders of the reality of domestic violence that has plagued our parish for decades.

Cedar Creek senior Devika Dua embarks on project to protect local environment

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Sometimes the biggest ideas start in the smallest of places. When one of her best friends began painting an inexpensive tote bag, Cedar Creek School senior Devika Dua loved the idea and decided to paint one of her own. Within a week, she had gathered more friends to paint bags and enjoy a uniquely bonding and therapeutic activity.

Say ‘cheese’ at the Lincoln Hotel Courts

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I thoroughly enjoyed the story written last week by my good friend and colleague Nancy Bergeron. In it, she talked with local businessman Johnny Maxwell about Ruston’s historic Lincoln Hotel Courts.