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Louisiana's first Buc-ee's location is expected to open in five months
Not too long from now, Louisiana will welcome the opening of its first ever Buc-ee's location . Two locations are planned for Louisiana, one in Ruston and the other Lafayette, but the Buc-ee's in Ruston is expected to be the first to open, well ahead of when Lafayette is projected to open . Both travel centers are expected to generate millions in revenue, employ hundreds of workers and welcome thousands of visitors daily. When is the opening date for Buc-ee's in Ruston? The Buc-ee's location in Ruston, located off of Interstate 20 at the Tarbutton road exit, is under construction and on track to open in April 2027, according to Buc-ee's Locations. Construction began in October 2024, and now, exterior walls are up, the roof is nearing completion and fuel tanks are already buried, Ruston mayor Ronny Walker noted in an August statement to Louisiana Radio Network. Once completed, the travel center will span 74,000 square feet, feature 120 gas pumps and 700 parking spaces. "This project continues to move forward step by step, and we’re excited to watch it take shape and share updates along the way as we get closer to opening day," says the City of Ruston
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City of Monroe celebrates ribbon-cutting for completion of water improvement project
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The City of Monroe celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday to mark the completion of a water improvement project along Thomas Avenue and Georgia Street. For more information, watch the video above.
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Louisiana Bond Commission approves Monroe’s $110M capital investment package
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — On November 10, 2026, the City of Monroe announced that it has received approval from the Louisiana State Commission for its proposed $110 million bond package. According to city officials, the approval marks an important step in advancing a capital investment program focused on infrastructure improvements and quality of life throughout […]
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Harris on History: U.S. Highway 80 Marks 100 Years
On November 11, 1926, a new highway designation placed Ruston on a coast-to-coast route stretching from Savannah, Georgia, to San Diego, California. For decades, U.S. Highway 80 carried tourists, soldiers, salesmen, and families through north Louisiana, transforming businesses and communities along its path. This Veterans Day marks the 100th anniversary...
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City of Ruston to hold Hazardous Household Material Collection Saturday, Nov. 14
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The City of Ruston will host a Hazardous Household Material Collection on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The collection is scheduled to begin at 8:30 AM and conclude at 11:30 AM. Materials accepted include: Officials say all items must be free of plastic bags, as bagged materials will not be accepted. They […]
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Louisiana's first Buc-ee's location is expected to open in five months
Not too long from now, Louisiana will welcome the opening of its first ever Buc-ee's location. Two locations are planned for Louisiana, one in Ruston and the other Lafayette, but the Buc-ee's in Ruston is expected to be the first to open, well ahead of when Lafayette is projected to open.