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July 26

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The groovy column about the Southern doohickey

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I am Southern down to my core. Therefore, I unapologetically embrace my Southern-ness. That includes my need to mosey around, enjoy grits at every opportunity, and speak in a way that non-Southerners don’t quite understand.

5 ways to celebrate summer with today’s newest tech

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Warm summer days are perfect for pool parties, cookouts, and bike rides. With the latest technology, there are endless ways to enhance this summer’s activities and celebrations.

Parent wants teen daughter to wait to have sex

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DEAR HARRIETTE: My daughter is coming of age, so to speak. She has a young man she likes, and they go out a bit. It all seems like normal high school stuff. But I know that they are at the age when one thing can turn into another very quickly.

Police jury approves playground for special needs children

JONESBORO — At its monthly meeting Tuesday night, the Jackson Parish Police Jury unanimously approved an outdoor museum and playground designed for special needs kids beside the Jackson Parish Library and Veterans Memorial Park.

Bishop completes leadership school

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GBT’s Cullen Bishop successfully completed the 2022 Leadership School, “Growing our Next Generation of Leaders,” a six-month program that included online coursework and five instructor-led sessions focused on developing leadership skills and enhancing knowledge in various areas of banking.

Ruston High’s Spencer awarded scholarship

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The Ogunyemi Family Foundation, Inc. has awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Ruston High School graduate Kemiah Spencer. The foundation is a nonprofit corporation organized in 2018 to provide resources, opportunities, and support to underprivileged and underserved communities.

Summertime Skin Care Tips

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Whether you’re dining outdoors, going for a swim, sweating out a bike ride or just spending a few moments soaking up some sun, it’s important to ensure you’re taking care of your body so you can enjoy those rays all season long.

Creative educational series coming to Greenwood

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What started as a community mural project has expanded into a creative educational series for teens at the “Blue Gym” in southeast Ruston, the old Greenwood Recreation Center.