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- Tech sorority prepping for annual Shamrock event
by Ruston1 on March 6, 2026 at 12:00 amMembers of Kappa Delta cheer on runners during the 2025 Shamrock 5K. This year’s event will be held March 28 at Lincoln Parish Park with all proceeds benefitting the Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home and Prevent Child Abuse America. PLEASE […]
- She's a shooting dynamo
by Ruston1 on March 12, 2026 at 11:00 pmRuston High School freshman Sydney Hearne recently took the state championship in the American Legion Junior Shooting Sports Program. PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT. Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a […]
- Missouri State ends Tech's 19-game winning streak
by Ruston1 on March 15, 2026 at 12:25 amOffensive struggles lead to 43-38 defeat in CUSA championship game By Brian Trahan — editor@rustonleader.com Saturday, March 14, 2026 Photo courtesy of Conference USA Louisiana Tech's […]
National News:
- Lab behind Gilgo Beach killer conviction believed to be involved in Nancy Guthrie abduction case
on April 21, 2026 at 10:00 amThe San Francisco forensics lab that helped crack the Gilgo Beach serial killer case is now believed to be involved in the Nancy Guthrie investigation.
- Healthy diets spark lung cancer risk in non-smokers as pesticides loom
on April 21, 2026 at 10:00 amYounger non-smokers who ate diets rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains showed a surprising link to lung cancer, early research suggests.
- Ex-Trump ally MTG slams both sides of the political aisle: 'Nothing ever changes'
on April 21, 2026 at 10:07 amFormer Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes both political parties, asserting that regardless of which party holds the power, things do not change.
