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Innovative test catches Coach O's sepsis in time
Coach Ed Orgeron has recovered from sepsis after early detection by an innovative diagnostic test at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. (Courtesy of FMOL Health)
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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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Young addresses parent frustration, gives plans for new RJHS carline flow
RUSTON, La. — Starting Monday, Nov. 16, Ruston Junior High will institute a new carline flow in an attempt to address concerns from parents over the timing of the lights near the Buc-ee’s property and the lack of traffic directors moving forward. The new line will separate car...
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City of Ruston experiencing email disruption amid Microsoft 365 outage
RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The City of Ruston is experiencing an interruption to its email services due to a widespread Microsoft 365 outage affecting Outlook and other Microsoft applications. City officials said emails sent to city departments or employees may not be received, and responses may be delayed until Microsoft restores service. The city appreciates […]
The News-Star
Final North Louisiana HS football power rankings for the 2026 season
We've finally reached the LHSAA football postseason. We will find out in a few weeks which 16 teams across Louisiana will punch their tickets to the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Many of the teams this week's north Louisiana high school football power rankings have experienced the LHSAA championships in recent seasons; some of them have even clinched titles. Let's dive into the top teams to watch throughout this year's playoffs. LHSAA football: Full first-round playoff schedule for the Monroe area North Louisiana High School Power Rankings, Large School Division Teams from Classes 4A and 5A. 10. Haughton (8-2, last week: 9) The Buccaneers won their first eight games of the season before dropping their final two contests against Natchitoches Central and Evangel. Haughton defeated its first-round opponent earlier in the year behind five combined touchdowns from seniors Taylor Weathersby and Brandon Craig. This week: vs. Parkway (5-5). 9. Captain Shreve (5-4, last week: unranked) The Gators started the year 2-3 before winning three of their next four games. They won their regular season finale at Byrd to lock up a Division I select home postseason game. This week: vs. Hammond (4-6). 8. Northwood (6-4, last week: 8) The Falcons
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Louisiana Tech, Georgia Southern hoping to separate from the pack Saturday
The finish line is getting closer in the Sun Belt Conference. The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs are close to wrapping up the West race, while Georgia Southern has gained momentum in the East with a one game lead over James Madison. The next level of importance is bowl eligibility for programs...
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ULM preps for a Thursday Night showdown with ULL
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - ULM football sets their sights on a rare Thursday night matchup on national tv as the Warhawks are set to face off with ULL. After losing seven straight, Bryant Vicnent’s Warhawks have now won the last two of three contests. Vincent feeling like they still...
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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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The News-Star
Every first-round high school football score involving the Monroe area
MONROE — Welcome to the first round of the LHSAA football postseason. Action across northeast Louisiana kicks off Thursday as Oak Grove hosts Ringgold in its first Division IV nonselect playoff game since winning the 2023 title. There will be more exciting games to watch Friday, including Covington-West Monroe in D-I nonselect, Richwood-Caldwell in D-III nonselect and Lincoln Prep-Cedar Creek in D-IV select. LHSAA football: 5 Monroe-area storylines to watch for the first round .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } Reigning LHSAA champions Ouachita and Sterlington will also play in the first round as they face Thibodaux and Beau Chene, respectively. We will see Neville, Ouachita Christian, Ruston, Jena and Mangham make their postseason debuts next week as they all have first-round byes. This article originally appeared on Monroe News-Star: Every first-round high school football score involving the Monroe area
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A.E. Phillips third-grade teacher wins national Milken Educator Award
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - A.E. Phillips Laboratory School third-grade teacher Allison Smith has received a national Milken Educator Award and $25,000 in recognition of her leadership and hard work. Smith is Louisiana’s 55th recipient of the award since the state joined the program in 2001. The Milken Family Foundation compares...