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Grill safely this summer

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Plenty of people can be found working their grilling magic year-round. But the vast majority of people do the bulk of their grilling over the summer, when warm temperatures contribute to a relaxed atmosphere that makes outdoor cooking and dining that much more appealing.

Pain In your foot or ankle could be arthritis

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“When it comes to arthritis, it’s important not to tough out symptoms or bear the pain,” said Danielle Butto, DPM, FACFAS, a foot and ankle surgeon and Fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). “ Earlier treatment is not just about alleviating symptoms sooner. In many cases, we can even slow the progression of the symptoms, and use less invasive procedures to treat the condition than we would otherwise.

State Fire Marshal tips for purchasing, using fireworks

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With fireworks tents and stands popping up across the state this week, the State Fire Marshal’s Office wants to encourage all Louisiana residents to not only be safe when using fireworks, but knowledgeable when buying them.

D’Arbonne Woods taps Postel as director

FARMERVILLE — Ruston resident Doug Postel has been named the new executive director at D’Arbonne Woods Charter School.

Wearing compression socks on long flights helps with DVT

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Give your garden a color splash with agastache

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This year at the Southern Plant Trials, I fell in love with the herbaceous perennial agastache. This perennial stood out to me with its profuse blooms and delightful fragrance.

There is no such thing as a sunscreen pill

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Hello, dear readers, and welcome to a bonus letters column. You’ve had us thinking about and researching a fascinating collection of topics, and we’re eager to dive right in.

A special twist on a classic for this year’s July Fourth barbecue

The Fourth of July may not be governed by official rules mandating celebrants attend a backyard barbecue before being awed by a nighttime fireworks display, but each of those things features prominently in many Independence Day celebrations.

Venison Burgers

Serves 8

Kim Dupree State Farm ribbon cutting

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A ribbon cutting and grand opening was held on June 7 at the new location for Kim Dupree State Farm Insurance at 1001 N. Trenton St. in Ruston. Dupree gathered with staff, friends, the Ruston-Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and members of the business community to celebrate the occasion. Since 2014, Kim Dupree State Farm has served Ruston, Lincoln Parish and north Louisiana. For more information, give Kim Dupree State Farm a call at 318-255-6301.