Barbara Carothers, of Avon, Indiana, and Michael Ulmer, of Indianapolis, Indiana, announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Kaitlin “Katie” Ulmer, of Indianapolis, to Jason Butz, also of Indianapolis.
In keeping with the reputation of “Southern hospitality,” Ruston citizens are leading by their concern for others and the good deeds of giving back. These are two examples of such deeds that have taken place in the city recently.
The Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce spotlighted Forest Haven Nursing & Rehab Center as the Business of the Month for August. From left are Steve Williams, RN DON; Odessa Livingston, CNA; LaShonda Nash, CNA; Brenda Poland, CNA; John LaBlance, LPN; Sandra Billings, RN NFA; and Darrell Avery, President of the Jackson Parish Chamber of Commerce.
A Simsboro man has been charged with terrorizing and criminal mischief after he allegedly threatened to shoot a Kansas City Southern train that was blocking the road.
The Lincoln Parish Police Jury appears to be on the verge of settling its ongoing lawsuit with the private company that operates the wood waste burner at the parish landfill.
Fredda Blake (right) gives school supplies to (from left) Avery Weathers, Legend Gipson and Payton Gipson at Ruston’s Back 2 School giveaway event held last Saturday morning at Mayfield Park on Martin Luther King Drive. Local residents were treated to food and drink in addition to supplies they need for the upcoming school year.