3+ hour, 43+ min ago  (541+ words) One in a series on unsolved cases in Ruston and Lincoln Parish. Type of Case: Homicide Date: July 7, 2025 At about 2: 30 a. m. on July 7, 2020, the Ruston Police Department was notified the Northern Louisiana Medical Center emergency room staff was treating a gunshot…...

4+ hour, 13+ min ago  (550+ words) On the evening of Sunday, March 29, a quarterfinal game was played in the NCAA men's basketball tournament between UConn and Duke." If you have watched any highlights of the tournament, you have no doubt seen the incredible comeback that UConn…...

4+ hour, 8+ min ago  (32+ words) Lincoln Parish Journal The April 2026 session for the Lincoln Parish School board will be held today at Cypress Springs Elementary School at 12 p. m....

4+ hour, 3+ min ago  (149+ words) Lincoln Parish Sheriff's Office announced the dates for this summer's Youth Cadet Academy sessions. The program offers local youth grades 6-8 an opportunity to learn about law enforcement, leadership, and community service in a fun and engaging environment. 2026 marks the fifth…...

3+ hour, 48+ min ago  (312+ words) Courtesy of LA Tech University Communications The Louisiana Tech University College of Engineering and Science (COES) has officially introduced its newest and most innovative ambassador: CHIP, a robotic dog enhanced and programmed by COES students. Unveiled during the College's 2026 Commitment…...

5+ hour, 13+ min ago  (72+ words) Rhoda Holtzclaw'December 30,'1940-April 6, 2026'Visitation: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1: 00 PM - 2: 00 PM, Kilpatrick Funeral Homes'Service: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2: 00 PM, Kilpatrick Funeral Homes'Final Resting Place: Sibley Cemetery, 2091 Hwy 145,'Choudrant' Kira La Sean'Norman June 27, 1967 " April 5, 2026 Anestha'Marsha Young'Tuesday 01/08/1946 " Sunday 03/29/2026 Memorial Service: Saturday 04/11/2026 11: 00am, China Grove Baptist Church, 406 Vernon Street,…...

4+ hour, 48+ min ago  (328+ words) RUSTON " Ruston High had a solid showing on the Louisiana Sports Writers Association 5 A All-State teams with junior Ahmad Hudson earning 5 A Outstanding Player and sophomore Darren Ford named to the All-State team. A 6-foot-8 junior forward, Hudson was named…...

4+ hour, 18+ min ago  (136+ words) A Tennessee man was arrested in Ruston last week after drugs were found in his vehicle during a traffic stop. Nathan A. Mc Corkhill, 30, of Rocky Top, Tennessee, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia on April…...

4+ hour, 23+ min ago  (155+ words) Courtesy of Louisiana State Police On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at approximately 4: 00 p. m. , Detectives with the Louisiana State Police Force Investigation Unit were requested to investigate a shooting incident following a multi-parish pursuit involving Troopers and multiple agencies. The incident occurred on Louisiana…...

4+ hour, 28+ min ago  (811+ words) Simsboro falls to Quitman in one-run contest QUITMAN " In a tightly contested pitchers" duel, Simsboro came up just short Tuesday night, falling 3-2 to Quitman despite a strong outing on the mound from Noah Thomas. Thomas delivered one of his most…...