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Judge delays decision on Grambling suit

Third Judicial District Judge Bruce Hampton has delayed until Feb. 11 a decision on whether the Grambling City Council should be forced to pass the town’s 2022 budget.

School district sets open house for Feb. 22

The Lincoln Parish School District has announced an Open House event for current and future parents as well as business leaders and the community at large.

Antley balances athletics, academics successfully at Choudrant High

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Tony Antley is known as a world-class coach. With multiple state championship titles under his belt — including the 2021 Class B crown — and a baseball field bearing his name at Choudrant High School, there can be no doubt he’s made his mark.

Running for the Cure

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Ruston artist Hooshang Khorasani has donated one of his running horses to the Minden St. Jude Auction. Chances to win the 36x36- inch original acrylic painting, “Midnight Runner,” can be purchased online at mindenstjude.com. The live event that benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will take place Feb. 10-13 at the Minden Civic Center. Submitted photo

One dies in I-20 accident involving ambulance unit

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The investigation continues into a Monday morning accident on I-20 that left one person dead after an ambulance rearended a passenger vehicle.

LPSO seeks info on assault suspect

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The Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to locate a fugitive named Marcus White.

Parish school system talks literacy improvements

Literacy rates among lower elementary students in Lincoln Parish aren’t actually as low as the state education department described in a recent reading report, district officials say, and the parish is implementing new measures to further raise students’ reading levels over the next few years.

Noah’s ‘Blue’ cancer journey

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The impact of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on Ruston can be felt from patients who don’t even live here.

Department of Education creates Disaster Preparedness Commission

The Louisiana Department of Education wants to make sure all schools are prepared for natural disasters whenever they strike.

Sponsored: Leaders in Law Awards $35,000 to honor Louisiana agencies who are helping improve their communities and local lives

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Across Louisiana, sworn law enforcement officers and criminal justice agencies take seriously their responsibility to protect and serve while ensuring the safety and quality of life of their communities. Through using the latest technology, innovative strategies and a focus on positive outcomes, these departments are helping create a better quality of life for Louisiana families.