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Suicide:

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How to help a suicidal loved one or friend

VFW observes Patriot Day

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Members of VFW Post 3615 commemorated Patriot Day on Sept. 11 with flag displays at all the traffic triangles located in key entrances to Ruston. Jeff Ferguson is seen bringing flags to the south triangle on 167 as part of the national observance that honors the memory of those who were killed in the 9/11 attacks.

United Way NELA kicks off annual campaign at Tech home opener

United Way of Northeast Louisiana kicked off its annual Lincoln, Union, Jackson parishes campaign at Louisiana Tech’s home opener on Saturday. The purpose of United Way of Northeast Louisiana’s annual Campaign Kickoff is to honor and recognize Pacesetter companies, debut the new campaign video, and inspire volunteers, donors, and the greater community to LIVE UNITED. United Way Pacesetter companies are select workplace campaigns that are asked to lead the way and run in advance of the annual workplace campaign.

Boyfriend failed to defend partner from harassment

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DEAR HARRIETTE: My boyfriend didn’t defend me against another man, and now I can’t look at him the same.

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September 13 September 19 Danielle Peterson Diane Gant White, 48 yrs.

How to furnish your Dining Area

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Size, purpose and style are just some of the things that merit ample consideration before furnishing a dining space.

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September 13 Danielle Peterson White, 48 yrs.

Tex-Mex Beef Lasagna

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Total time: 60 minutes • Servings: 10

Friend doesn’t warn guest about ex attending event

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DEAR HARRIETTE: My friend “Mary” threw a small and intimate event over the weekend, and I ended up running into my ex-boyfriend there. He was there with his date, who just happens to be close friends with Mary. I felt blindsided. I wish Mary had warned me that he might be there, or that he is now dating a friend of hers.