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Emmanuel Baptist Church

Local stalking examples offer encouraging outcomes

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On Jan. 23 DART’s weekly column in the Ruston Daily Leader was about stalking, which is a crime in all 50 states of the United States. This column was written because January is National Stalking Awareness Month.

Meat Loaf’s journey was his greatest gift

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When you think about the number of folks we’ve recently mourned, I think we can all agree January has been particularly difficult.

BIRTHDAYS

January 30, 2022

Why it pays for seniors to maintain good credit

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The benefits of maintaining good credit include looking more reliable in the eyes of prospective employers and securing lower mortgage interest rates when buying a home. Those rewards can benefit anyonae, but they’re especially enticing to young people. But what about seniors? Do individuals stand to benefit significantly from maintaining good credit into their golden years?

Silent treatment will not fix communication problem

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DEAR HARRIETTE: I am tired of arguing with my husband about every little thing. I began to notice that just about every conversation that we have is an argument. If I say something, he almost always challenges me.

Family members can resolve to get fit together

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DEAR HARRIETTE: My mom and sister have gained a lot of weight since the beginning of 2020. My sister is out of work, and my mom is working way too much. I think these are both contributing factors to their weight gain. I know they aren’t alone.

BIRTHDAYS

January 30, 2022

Tech production of ‘Church & State’ to go live

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Opening next week, the Louisiana Tech University School of Theatre revives its compelling, Kennedy-Center Award-winning production of the dramedy “Church & State,” written by Jason Odell Williams. Louisiana Tech premiered the production virtually last spring and they are excited to present it now as an in-person performance.

Take charge of risk factors impacting heart health

Cholesterol — a waxy substance created by the liver or consumed from meat, poultry and dairy products — isn’t inherently “bad” for you. In fact, your body needs it to build cells and make vitamins and other hormones. However, too much “bad” LDL cholesterol, or not enough “good” HDL cholesterol, can pose problems.