When the defending state champion Ruston Bearcats came running through the school sign at L.J. “Hoss” Garrett Stadium Friday evening, a new high school football season was underway. The No. 1 ranked Bearcats were successful in defeating previous No. 3 Acadiana 35-27. See the new LSWA prep poll today in Sports.
FARMERVILLE — Shortly after 6 p.m. Friday, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on Hwy. 33 north of Farmerville. The crash claimed the life of 28-year-old Rodney Kesee, Jr., of Farmerville.
Ruston is the top team in Class 5A in the Louisiana Sports Writers Association’s week two prep football polls after a week one 35-27 win over Acadiana.
Ruston volleyball finished its opening week strong with three road wins, including two at a competitive North/ South Tournament in Lafayette on Saturday.
The Ruston Farmers Market, a fixture in the city for the past 16 years, invites the community to a special evening on Oct. 3 from 6-9 p.m for the Annual Autumn Dinner.
