tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19100131172055193032024-03-13T23:49:51.497-05:00Experience RustonWelcome to the official blog for the Experience Ruston. Follow along to find out what's happening in the Ruston and Lincoln Parish community. www.experienceruston.comTravis Napperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06556413256835928600noreply@blogger.comBlogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-17549489610907106982018-01-30T14:35:00.002-06:002018-01-30T14:35:57.528-06:00Experience Ruston's blog has moved!<span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Experience Ruston's blog can now be found at <a href="http://www.rustonlincoln.com/blog" target="_blank">www.rustonlincoln.com/blog</a>! Browse the site to find out what's happening in Ruston and Lincoln Parish!</span><br />
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<br />Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-57473100374340948272018-01-15T09:56:00.001-06:002018-01-22T10:55:14.104-06:00Louisiana Tech University College of Education Wins Hospitality Award<div style="text-align: center;">
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Ruston Lincoln Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud to announce the
2017 recipient of the Lincoln Parish Hospitality Award is the Louisiana Tech
University College of Education. The College of Education made noteworthy
contributions to the tourism economy of Lincoln Parish in Spring 2017 by
hosting the National Field Experience Conference (NFEC) and the Louisiana
Academy of Sciences Annual Meeting. These events showcased Ruston & Lincoln
Parish to educators, students, and parents from across the United States. Throughout
2017, the College of Education has also held many seminars, training programs,
and competitions that put Ruston on display for visitors from across the
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">“I’m so pleased to have the Louisiana Tech
University College of Education honored with this award,” says Travis Napper,
CVB President/CEO. “Over the past year, the College of Education was a true
example of how working with our local universities can put our destination on
display to visitors from all over.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The impact of these events was felt
not only by hotels and on campus, but across the city as well. Local shops,
restaurants, and attractions were included on itineraries for conference and
meeting attendees. “Hosting these types of meetings is a great opportunity
because it benefits the university, its faculty and staff, and also provides a
chance to showcase Louisiana’s College Town,” continues Napper. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 115%;">“I’m
very appreciative and excited about the College receiving this award,” says Don
Schillinger, Dean of the College of Education. “We’re honored to be recognized,
but thankful for the opportunity to work closely with the Convention &
Visitors Bureau, the Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Ruston to host unique
and exciting events and experiences including conferences, teacher trainings,
meetings, and special events that bring individuals from across the country to
our gem of a town. We’re grateful for all the Ruston Street shops and
restaurant owners for their amazing support of our visitors. Due to College of
Education conferences and events over the past year, Lincoln Parish and the
City of Ruston hosted visitors from over 35 states and Canada. Those visitors
continue to speak fondly of the hospitality of our community.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lincoln Parish Hospitality Award began in 1999 to reward and recognize members
of the community who provided a significant benefit to the tourism economy of
Lincoln Parish during the past year. This award was presented to Dr. Don
Schillinger and Dr. Amy Vessel representing the College of Education at the
Ruston Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet on Jan. 18 at the
Ruston Civic Center. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ruston Lincoln Convention & Visitors Bureau is a destination marketing
organization that works to create, preserve and enhance a variety of quality
visitor experiences through the promotion Lincoln Parish. For more information,
visit <span style="color: black; text-decoration-line: none;"><a href="http://www.experienceruston.com/" target="_blank">www.experienceruston.com</a></span>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Carnival season is here, and Ruston is preparing to <i>laissez les bon temps rouler</i>! </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Everyone knows Louisiana does Mardi Gras best, and now you have two ways to celebrate the season in Ruston, LA!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Known by many as the social event of the season, the Krewe of Allegro Mardi Gras Ball is not to be missed by anyone who takes pleasure in a fine evening out with dinner, dancing, and celebrating the arts culture of the area! Party with the Krewe of Allegro royal court. Dance the night away with music from the live band. Enjoy Louisiana-inspired cuisine, cash bar, and the evening's signature cocktail - the Allegro. Guests also have the opportunity to take part in a silent auction with original artwork, fine jewelry, tickets to popular community events, and more! Proceeds from the night benefit the historic Dixie Theatre and the North Central Louisiana Arts Council. <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events?id=329&cid=" target="_blank">Click here for more info.</a></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Mardi Gras festivities continue in Ruston's downtown district with a festival and parade! "Jazzin' it up" in Railroad Park is a Mardi Gras marketplace with food trucks, live music local vendors, activities for the kids, and more! Bring the family out to celebrate then stick around for Ruston's own Mardi Gras parade rolling through at 6 p.m. True to tradition, you'll see beautifully decorated floats throwing out beads, candy, and prizes! <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events?id=331&cid=" target="_blank">Click here for more information</a>, including the parade route. </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Proceeds from the event go towards Junior Auxillary of Ruston.</span></div>
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Full-time destination marketer, part-time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, and true crime novels. Amanda implements the marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-70638202316408645412018-01-04T11:05:00.000-06:002018-01-04T11:05:36.209-06:00Staying Healthy in Ruston, LA<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The start of the new year often brings a long list of resolutions for most. Get organized, travel more, pay off debt, learn a new skill... The list can be endless. One of the most common resolutions out there is to commit to a healthier lifestyle - eat better, buy smarter, and exercise more. Staying the course is often difficult, especially when traveling. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This grocery is a perfect spot to find all the essentials to healthy eating and living. With an incredible selection of fresh produce, as well as aisles upon aisles of dry goods, Gibson's is a great place to visit and </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">stock up on the right foods. If you're a snack lover, </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">pick from dozens of healthy snacks, drinks, and quick meals that are perfect for "on the go."</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Gibson's offers supplements to help maintain your body's overall health. Plus, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Seek out the help of Gibson's employees if you have questions, concerns or need advice on products. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Gibson's also works hard to bring health information and advice to the community. Check out their </span><a href="http://www.gibsonsnatural.com/" style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">website</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> for upcoming events, info on popular diets, recipes, and more.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Better Living Market has made a great impact on the Lincoln Parish community. With a focus on all-around healthy living, this market is a wonderful place to visit for fresh produce, local meat, dry and refrigerated goods, and many more items to get you on track to a healthier life. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Aside from carrying produce and healthy food items, they also have a wide selection of supplements, essential oils<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; line-height: 19.32px;">, medicinal teas, books, and cosmetics to help you</span> maintain overall health. Better Living also supports other local businesses by carrying locally-made honey, soaps, and candles. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Need some advice on starting your journey to health? Better Living has an in-house nutritionist who is more than happy to answer questions and give advice. Next time you're in the area, stop by and let the incredible staff suggest some healthy options that are right for you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">As we mentioned before, Rosemary’s Kitchen has a great little grocery located inside the restaurant that has tons of local goodies as well as a cooler stocked with homemade items, to-go meals and more. They also carry various organic brands and items in their grocery. If you're looking for </span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">a fresh and delicious lunch, </span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">a healthy meal to-go or a light snack, visit Rosemary's Kitchen on Bonner Street near Ruston's downtown district. </span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;"></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=105" target="_blank">Teriyaki Grill</a></span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Former NBA star Karl Malone brought health-conscious franchise Teriyaki Grill to the area promising to "feed your inner athlete." Teriyaki Grill is a guilt-free dining option for those wanting to be more mindful of their eating habits, especially in these fast-paced, drive-thru times. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Teriyaki Grill is dedicated to serving their customers delicious dishes made with only the freshest ingredients, all while promoting active lifestyles. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Stop by for lunch or dinner for a menu offering freshly grilled chicken, steak, shrimp, and salmon marinated in their signature teriyaki sauce and served over steamed rice, brown rice, or noodles.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you're looking for something a little lighter, Teriyaki Grill offers a selection of salads and sushi rolls, made from scratch daily. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Vegetarian options include flavorful dishes like tofu avocado salad and the veggie delight noodle bowl. See more on their <a href="http://tgrillruston.com/" target="_blank">website</a>, and visit their location in North Village Plaza in Ruston.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We hope you find these suggestions helpful as you stick to your health goals in the new year. If you have any questions about these healthy hot spots or any other local places in Ruston, comment and let us know! </span></div>
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Full-time destination marketer, part-time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, and true crime novels. Amanda implements the marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-56469679880059423102017-11-07T11:29:00.000-06:002017-12-04T15:28:48.592-06:002017 Holiday Events in Ruston, LA<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Written by Amanda Quimby, Marketing Director</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><br /></b></span> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Ruston, LA has events happening all season long to keep you and yours in the holiday spirit! See the list below for abundant shopping opportunities, ice skating in Downtown Ruston, drive-thru Christmas lights, and so much more!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Kicking off holiday shopping is Ruston's premier shopping market! Knock out your gift list early with items from the area's favorite vendors!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><b>Nov. 13-18 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=253&cid=" target="_blank">Shop for Good</a></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Shop Downtown Ruston this week to learn more about local service organizations! At the end of the week, merchants donate a portion of sales to their selected non-profit!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Shop extended hours in Downtown Ruston! Main Street merchants will host special events and receptions, offer holiday sales and more!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Remember to shop small this holiday season! Select downtown merchants will be opening early as a part of <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=24&cid=" target="_blank">Loyal Blue Weekend</a>. See a complete list of <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/shopping.php" target="_blank">shopping options here</a>. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">You won't want to miss Ruston's own drive-thru Christmas lights display through beautiful Lincoln Parish Park!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;">Watch as prosperous curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future in the holiday classic!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 1 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=155&cid=" target="_blank">Kickoff to Christmas</a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Watch as Downtown Ruston comes to life with the sights and sounds of Christmas! Lighting ceremony begins at 6 p.m., followed by holiday festivities for the family!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This holiday art crawl features unique shopping opportunities from local and regional artists, live music, demos, children's activities, and so much more!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 1-15 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=283&cid=" target="_blank">12 Days of Christmas Shopping</a></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Shop select Ruston merchants this holiday season for a chance to win cash, prizes, and more! Stop by the Ruston-Lincoln Chamber of Commerce for your shopping passport.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ruston's ice skating returns to Downtown Ruston! The rink will be open every weekend in December. Skating sessions are 45 minutes; $10 per person.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 1-31 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=281&cid=" target="_blank">Bank of Ruston Holiday Art Exhibit</a></b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Stop by Bank of Ruston's "Mapping Out a Future for the Arts" exhibit featuring original </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">works of art that incorporate maps found in Ruston's historic Federal Building.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Celebrate Christmas in Dubach, LA with shopping opportunities, a parade, activities for the family, and more!</span></span><br />
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<b style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Dec. 8-10 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=77&cid=" target="_blank">Big Creek Trade Days</a></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Take this last opportunity to shop this marketplace for Christmas gifts. Find unique items for friends and family like handmade items, jewelry and accessories, clothing, and more!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 9 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=247&cid=" target="_blank">Ruston Christmas Parade</a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Bundle up and bring the family out to see "A Magical Christmas" parade rolling through Downtown Ruston with festive floats, beautiful lights, and candy for all!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 9 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=254&cid=" target="_blank">Battle for the Paddle Chili Cookoff</a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Following the annual Christmas parade will be a cookoff featuring teams battling for the best chili and coveted prize paddle!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 14 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=272&cid=" target="_blank">"A Tuna Christmas"</a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This hilarious two-man sequel to "Greater Tuna" tells the story of Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><b>Dec. 15 <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events.php?id=144&cid=" target="_blank">Christmas at the Dixie</a></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Come out and celebrate the season as Lawrence Gibbs and the Russ-Town Band jingle-bell rock the Dixie stage with holiday classics!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><i>Dixie Center for the Arts | 7 p.m.</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">For more information on these and other events, visit <a href="http://www.experienceruston.com/" target="_blank">www.experienceruston.com</a>.</span></span></div>
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Full-time destination marketer, part-time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, true crime novels and The Walking Dead. Amanda implements the sales, marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Dining out can be an experience all its own, especially when you get to enjoy unique menu items and twists on traditional favorites. Check out this list of ten dishes you may not be able to find anywhere else than Ruston, LA! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Shrimp </span><i style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">IN</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> Grits at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=93" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Portico Bar & Grill</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This twist on the southern favorite is a must-try! Asiago cheese grits and sauteed shrimp are fried into balls and covered with a mushroom and roasted red pepper cream sauce</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Shrimp Corn Dogs at <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=93" target="_blank">Portico Bar & Grill</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Corn dogs are for kids? No way! Try these large shrimp dipped in Portico's homemade batter, deep fried, and served with remoulade sauce. Share as an appetizer or enjoy all to yourself!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ponchatoulas has taken traditional fried catfish to another level with this popular dish. Hand-battered catfish fillets are loaded with their homemade crawfish stuffing, covered in crawfish etouffee, and served alongside hushpuppies and homemade onion rings. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Catfish Louisianne at <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=101" target="_blank">Scott's Catfish & Seafood</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Another spin on the fried catfish dish is Scott's Catfish Louisianne - tender catfish fillets served over a bed of dirty rice topped with shrimp etouffee.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Blackened Alligator </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=2" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Beau Vines Steakhouse</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Now here's a dish you can't get just anywhere in Ruston - blackened alligator. Louisiana alligator is seasoned with Beau Vines' house blend of Cajun spices and served with Creole butter. Try it grilled, fried or stuffed inside a po-boy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">No list of unique seafood items can overlook Ruston's most popular sushi restaurant. This small plate at Raw is made up of baked salmon and crabmix topped with eel sauce, masago, green onions, and sesame seed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">You can't go wrong with a roll named after the city itself! Tuna lovers will enjoy this spicy tuna and shrimp tempura roll topped more fresh tuna, fried onions, and eel sauce. But don't stop here; the chef's specials never disappoint. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">How do you put into words how delectable this app from Dawg House is? This savory French bread covered in Dawg House's house-made </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">etouffee </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">and topped with Monterey jack cheese will have you skipping your entree altogether. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">La Bamba is known for delicious Mexican cuisine AND for going off-the-menu to provide customers with an authentic dining experience. Ask for the camarones diablo - fresh jumbo shrimp, grilled, smothered in their signature diablo sauce, and served with queso rice and the works!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Lillian at <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=215" target="_blank">Lillian Veau's</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">This eatery is located right outside of Ruston in Dubach, LA. They serve up tasty southern and Creole dishes, but a must-try is The Lillian - a fish fillet, fried golden brown, and topped with rice pilaf and homemade shrimp Creole. </span></div>
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Full-time destination marketer, part-time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, true crime novels and The Walking Dead. Amanda implements the sales, marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-89559455071190898732017-10-17T14:35:00.000-05:002017-10-18T13:13:50.325-05:00Local Seafood Favorites <b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Written by Amanda Quimby, Marketing Director</b><br />
<b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Ruston, LA is in no short supply of great seafood options. Whether you're looking for good old-fashioned fried catfish, an all-you-can-eat buffet, or something a little less battered and fried, this list of local seafood favorites has you covered. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Shrimp & Grits at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=99" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Rosemary's Kitchen</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Step into this local eatery and ask for their homemade version of this southern classic. Grilled shrimp piled on green chile, cheese grits and topped with a spicy tasso cream sauce. The menu changes daily; grab this tasty dish on Wednesdays!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Catfish Orleans at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=101" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Scott's Catfish & Seafood</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Quite possibly one of the tastiest things on the menu, Catfish Orleans is angel hair pasta topped with catfish and crawfish Orleans sauce. Also popular are the crab cakes and Scott's own seafood buffet. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Fiery Fin at <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=93" target="_blank">Portico Bar & Grill</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">This popular handheld is made with Caribbean jerk grilled Mahi, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, fresh cilantro aioli, and mango salsa served on a kaiser bun. We highly suggest ordering with a side of roasted asparagus or red onion rings! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">In the mood for finer dining? Make dinner plans for the grilled salmon with a satsuma glaze. The restaurant highly recommends ordering with the grilled asparagus or steamed vegetables. Be sure to ask about their wine pairing or a signature cocktail. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Catfish Plate at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=103" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Sundown Tavern</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This dive is a local hot spot for many reasons. One is their surprisingly great seafood options that include tuna salads, oyster po-boys, and the popular catfish platter. Try these crispy catfish fillets are served with the fixings - fries, coleslaw, and hushpuppies. </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Locals will tell you no matter what you order, go enjoy it out on the patio! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Lobster Raviolo at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=97" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Roma Italian Bistro</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">This delectable dish is a must try at Roma. Four large lobster-stuffed raviolis </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">served in their signature pink sauce. Even better - when in season, crawfish can be substituted for lobster!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Boiled Shrimp & Crab Legs at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=80" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Flying Burger & Seafood</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This restaurant may serve a tasty burger, but they're on this list for their delicious boiled shrimp and crab legs. Have the shrimp chilled an appetizer or steaming hot for your entree. Order the sweet and flaky snow crab legs by the pound and enjoy with corn on the cob and new potatoes. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Fish of the Day at <a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=85" target="_blank">Log Cabin</a> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Log Cabin is known for having one of the most expansive menus in town. Grilled or blackened, you can't go wrong with the fish of the day. If you're lucky, it will be the redfish or salmon.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Crawfish Shirley at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=92" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Ponchatoulas</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">This entree is one of the most ordered in the restaurant. Crawfish tails are sauteed in butter and green onions with white wine and cheese cause then tossed in fettuccine pasta. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Bonus - Ponchatoulas is also the best place in town to grab some fried oysters! </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet at </span><a href="https://www.rustonlincoln.com/dining.php?id=84" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Landry's Marketplace</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">No seafood list is complete without mention of a buffet. It's so good they have to limit the crowds to weekends only! Stop by Thursday-Sunday for an all you can eat seafood feast and </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">for dessert, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">maybe the largest cinnamon roll you've ever seen.</span><br />
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Full-time destination marketer, part-time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, true crime novels and The Walking Dead. Amanda implements the sales, marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-75866132608383238912017-10-02T09:46:00.000-05:002017-10-02T09:46:46.914-05:00Salad Crawl through Ruston, LA<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Meet Heather Bailey, owner of </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/socialbitesofruston/" style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" target="_blank">Social Bites of Ruston</a><span style="font-family: verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. She spends her days in baking cupcakes, macarons, cookies, specialty cakes and more. You may be surprised to know Heather is also a salad enthusiast!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">So you know where to get the sweets - Social Bites is located on Park Ave in beautiful, historic Downtown Ruston. But now Heather's going to show us where to get the healthier, but still extra tasty, stuff.</span></span></div>
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Chef Salad - Ask for romaine lettuce. Any of their dressings are great, but the ranch is my favorite. I also ask for extra meat and half the lettuce, but that is my preference. Comes with cheddar cheese, eggs, tomato, green onions, croutons, ham, turkey and bacon.</div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="http://tgrillruston.com/" href="http://tgrillruston.com/">Teriyaki Grill</a></strong><br />
Teriyaki Chicken Salad with Ginger Dressing- Comes with bell pepper and romaine lettuce.</div>
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Teriyaki Chicken Salad with Mango Vinaigrette - This salad is another favorite right now. That mango vinaigrette is LIFE! Comes with pineapple, cheddar cheese, walnuts and mixed greens. </div>
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Fried or Grilled Chicken Salad with either Thousand Island or Ranch - Comes with cheddar cheese, croutons, tomato and mixed greens.</div>
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Grilled Shrimp or Chicken Salad with Ranch - Comes with romaine lettuce. Also side note, this is not about salads, but they make tacos now and they are Baja style and AMAZING!</div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="http://www.myromas.com/" href="http://www.myromas.com/" target="_blank">Roma Italian Bistro</a></strong><br />
Greek Salad with Chicken - My current addiction. Comes with romaine, tomatoes, mixed bell peppers, black olives, red onions and feta. Get the tomato basil vinaigrette (the most amazing salad dressing in the world.) </div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="http://www.porticoetc.com/" href="http://www.porticoetc.com/" target="_blank">Portico Bar & Grill</a></strong></div>
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Strawberry Spinach Salad - Comes with baby spinach, fresh strawberries, feta, roasted pecans with a blush wine vinaigrette.</div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="http://newks.com/location/ruston-la/" href="http://newks.com/location/ruston-la/" target="_blank">Newk's Eatery</a></strong><br />
Ultimate Salad - Sliced flame-grilled chicken breast, crumbled bacon, diced smoked ham, diced oven-roasted turkey, Arcadian mixed greens, sweet grape tomatoes, cucumbers, aged cheddar cheese, croutons and house-made honey mustard dressing.</div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="http://newks.com/location/ruston-la/" href="http://newks.com/location/ruston-la/" target="_blank">Newk's Eatery</a></strong><br />
Favorite Salad - Sliced flame-grilled chicken breast, Arcadian mixed greens, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, sliced grapes, artichoke hearts, pecans, dried cranberries, croutons and house-made sherry vinaigrette.</div>
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<strong><a data-mce-href="https://www.facebook.com/sundownruston/?ref=br_rs" href="https://www.facebook.com/sundownruston/?ref=br_rs" target="_blank">Sundown Tavern</a></strong><br />
Grilled Chicken Salad with Ranch - Mixed greens topped with carrots, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded cheese. </div>
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Be sure to check out all the fresh #RustonEats listed here AND Heather's own salad creations! - That's right! Social Bites of Ruston is now serving up some tasty farm fresh salads for lunch! <em>Because after all, we eat salads so we can eat sweets.</em></div>
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Full time destination marketer, part time gardener. Amanda has a love for travel and tourism, event planning and showcasing #RustonLA. She's also very serious about coffee, cocktails, true crime novels and The Walking Dead. Amanda implements the sales, marketing, advertising and public relations plans for the CVB. </div>
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come to realize one thing very quickly – I appreciate good food, and I love to
eat! Luckily, Ruston offers many local eateries that make this hobby of mine
very easy to pursue.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">In our Meal Steals post, we’re highlighting restaurants
with big Louisiana flavors and Southern tastes. These Ruston hotspots give us students
the opportunity to enjoy a night out with friends and family, without breaking
the bank.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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establishments. You won’t be disappointed, and you’re sure to see me there! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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diverse menu that’s sure to please! They provide students with two different
meal deals. On Mondays, Dawg House offers all-you-can-eat boneless wings for
just $15. On Tuesdays, all entrées are buy one, get one half-off. With so many
delicious choices available, the Dawg House Sports Grill makes supporting our
Ruston locals easy, affordable, and enjoyable! <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Two-for-one burgers are a Wednesday tradition for
students in Ruston! The Portico Bar and Grill offers the Portico Burger, an Angus
burger with fresh tomato, lettuce, red onion, pickle, mustard, and mayo atop a
brioche bun – a local favorite. Customers are required to dine in and bring a
burger buddy for this deal to apply, so grab a friend and bring them along on
your next night out at the Portico Bar and Grill!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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atmosphere and friendly staff, Scott’s Catfish of Ruston provides customers
with a deal that can’t be beat – two burgers with any side for only $10. Their
offer begins at 2 p.m. and goes until closing, allowing students to enjoy this meal
for a late lunch, dinner, or any time in between. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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choices through their weekly happy hour specials, a spread found on the late-night
menu. With different deals every weeknight, the happy hour specials begin at 9 p.m.
and end at 1:30 a.m. Whether you’re enjoying a $3 hand-battered pickle basket
or the 2-for-1 cheese fries, you’re sure to enjoy these snacks that are as
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> Grambling State University: </span><a href="https://goo.gl/LfjUhp" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">https://goo.gl/LfjUhp</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Fox is a Texas native who proudly claims Ruston, LA as her home. She is currently pursuing a degree in Business Management at Louisiana Tech University. Fox is an avid queso-eater and outdoor adventurer. As an administrative assistant for the CVB, she enjoys interacting with locals and visitors alike, all while sharing her love for #RustonLA. Fox oversees the CVB’s online calendar of events, visitor information and newsletter requests. She can be contacted for online event submissions.</span>Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-2795076479846559752017-09-12T10:59:00.000-05:002017-09-12T10:59:34.149-05:00Fox Talks - Choosing Ruston & LA Tech<b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Written by Fox Faircloth, Administrative Assistant </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There is a familiar saying that states “home is where the heart is.” If this is so, then I have found my home here in Ruston, Louisiana.<br /><br />My name is Fox Faircloth, and I was born and raised in a small town outside of Houston, Texas. I am entering my sophomore year at Louisiana Tech University and basing my studies in the College of Business. I am often asked how and why I chose this quaint Louisiana town as my sanctuary for the next four years — “Wow, you’re so far from home and your family! Wait, you spend your summers here, too?” <br /><br />I don’t mind the inquiries. For me, the answers to these questions are quite simple. <br /><br />I found myself in Ruston near the end of my junior year of high school, touring the <a href="http://www.latech.edu/" target="_blank">Louisiana Tech</a> campus over spring break. My first real impression of Ruston was given through my admissions recruiter for Tech, a woman named Leslie, who has become one of my dearest friends. Leslie embodies the kindness and hospitality that is common to the people of Ruston. Through her hard work and dedication, I absolutely fell in love with Louisiana Tech. <br /><br />There was a deciding moment during my time touring Tech’s campus that proved to me the character of the university. While sitting in on a class in the College of Business, I received an upsetting phone call. After exiting the classroom, I found a stairwell in which to continue my conversation. The call ended poorly, and I stayed in the stairwell, attempting to collect myself. A student walked by, glancing in my direction. I averted my eyes, embarrassed. As I walked toward the exit door to meet Leslie for our next activity, it began pouring rain. Without an umbrella or rain jacket, I felt defeated.<br /><br />A few minutes passed as I stared outside, wondering what to do. A truck pulled up to the curb outside and a student jumped out. He ran up the sidewalk and opened the door to the stairwell. I was surprised to see it was the student who had passed earlier and shocked when he turned and offered me an umbrella. As I took it he said, “You looked like you could use this,” turned around, and walked back into the rain. <br /><br />I never got the opportunity to thank that student, and I never found out who it was. That small act of kindness was what sold me on Louisiana Tech. If Ruston was a place full of people like that, that was where I wanted to be. <br /><br />I’m okay with being six hours from home because I have a support system here, built on the love of the Louisiana Tech family. I chose to be a part of this community because when I’m here, I feel like I’m home. I spend my summers in Ruston because any time I’m not, I’m wishing I was.<br /><br />These people, and this town, have my heart. Never before have I experienced such kindness, or felt so welcomed, loved, and appreciated, by a group of strangers. I was incredibly blessed to join the team here at <a href="http://facebook.com/experienceruston" target="_blank">the CVB</a>. I’ve been given the opportunity to express my love for Ruston with locals and visitors alike, sharing the joys of living in this small town I call home. <br /><br />I’m writing here to share those joys with all of you. I hope that you will join me on this journey as I continue my time at Tech and in this wonderful little town of Ruston, Louisiana. I’d love if you would share this post with friends and family alike. Until next time, my friends!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Fox is a Texas native who proudly claims Ruston, LA as her home. She is currently pursuing a degree in Business Management at Louisiana Tech University. Fox is an avid queso-eater and outdoor adventurer. As an administrative assistant for the CVB, she enjoys interacting with locals and visitors alike, all while sharing her love for #RustonLA. Fox oversees the CVB’s online calendar of events, visitor information and newsletter requests. She can be contacted for online event submissions.</span></div>
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<br />Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-53742302796186741962017-08-25T15:27:00.000-05:002017-08-25T15:36:22.824-05:00Eddie Robinson Classic!<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Former <a href="http://www.gsutigers.com/" target="_blank">Grambling State University</a> football coach Eddie G. Robinson embodies everything there is to know about North Louisiana football.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The late coach is one of the winningest head football coaches at all levels of football, but that is just a fraction of what he accomplished during his tenure at GSU. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Robinson led countless football players, who may not have otherwise received the opportunity, to greatness whether it was on or off the field. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">He took hundreds, maybe even thousands of young boys from high school, and turned them men or even “gladiators” of the gridiron.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Robinson’s legacy and dream will be on full-display Saturday during the Eddie Robinson High School Football Classic jamboree Saturday at the newly renovated Eddie Robinson Stadium on GSU’s campus. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The hometown Lincoln Preparatory School Panthers will look to kick things off with a bang against the Ferriday Trojans at 2 p.m. followed by Northwest Raiders against Rayville Hornets at 4 p.m., Calvary Baptist Cavaliers vs. Oak Grove Tigers at 6 p.m. and the nearby Union Parish Farmers will look to finish things off with West Ouachita Chiefs at 8 p.m.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Included with the Classic will be an appearances from the High Stepping Hunington High School Marching Band and Louisiana All-Star Unity Band, a pregame promotion filled with Raising Canes prizes, an X-Treme PH Sports Waters Halftime Skill Challenge, a Youth Football Exhibition Game and a Post Game Trophies ceremony presented by #GotStrong<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Robinson’s goal was to bring top tier athletes into one of the most prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the nation to give them an opportunity to succeed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Robinson envisioned a thriving campus that found a balance toward academics and athletics, a vital part of student life. </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Having potential future Tigers on the campus Robinson helped build would make all the difference to his legacy.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Robinson would have loved watching hundreds of high school students walking on campus and then duking it out on the newly $2.5 million renovated stadium for a chance to show greatness.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">That is was makes the Robinson Football Classic one of the best kick off high school athletics events in the state.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Iced Peach Nitro from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/railwaycoffeeruston/" target="_blank">Railway Coffee</a> </i><i>– 12oz $4.50/16oz $5</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Nitro cold brew combined with peach punch and almond milk.</span><br />
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<i>Peach Sweet Tea from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/newkseateryrustonla/" target="_blank">Newk’s Eatery</a> – $2.39 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Refreshing sweet tea infused with peach syrup, available in 32oz signature Newk’s cup.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Peach Slice Plus Smoothie from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SKRuston/" target="_blank">Smoothie King</a> - $4 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Smoothie blended with peaches, strawberries, papaya juice, non-fat milk and turbinado.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Hot Peach Tea from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/parishpress/" target="_blank">Parish Press</a> - $2.50 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Brewed on demand with dried peaches. Available iced.</span><br />
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<i style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Peach Milkshake from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CheeburgerRuston/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf" target="_blank">Cheeburger Cheeburger</a> – Small $4/Large $5 </i><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hand-dipped vanilla ice cream mixed with local peach from Mitcham Farm.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Peach Daiquiri from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PonchatoulasRestaurant/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf" target="_blank">Ponchatoulas</a> – $8 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Island Oasis peach blend made with real peach puree and peach flavors mixed with rum.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><br />Peach Margaritas from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/PonchatoulasRestaurant/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf" target="_blank">Ponchatoulas</a> – $9 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Margarita full of peach flavors, juices and Corralejo Tequila.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i><br />Ruston Peach Old Fashioned from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Beau-Vines-354385678031269/" target="_blank">Beau Vines Steakhouse</a> – $8 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Classic old fashioned made with Old Camp Peach Pecan Whiskey.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Peach Daiquiri from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Sundown-Tavern-137480599609260/" target="_blank">Sundown Tavern</a> – $8 </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Fresh peach puree mixed with rum. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>Peaches & Cream French Toast from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Beau-Vines-354385678031269/" target="_blank">Beau Vines Steakhouse</a> – $9.99 </i></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br />Texas toast dipped in crème brûlée batter, topped with fresh peaches, whipped cream and served with hash browns and sausage. </span></div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-11578089692488239472017-06-09T10:39:00.000-05:002017-06-24T11:08:47.581-05:00Your Guide to Get Groovy: Peach Festival 2017<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Written by: Molly Coleman, Marketing Assistant</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This year is Ruston's <a href="http://louisianapeachfestival.org/" target="_blank">67th Annual Louisiana Peach Festival </a>and we are counting down the days! It will be a jam-packed weekend with plenty of peachy treats to try, things to do and activities for the whole family! </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">"Give Peach a Chance" June 23 & 24 in Downtown Ruston! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #e69138; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b style="text-decoration-line: underline;"><u>Peach Restaurant Week</u></b><span style="text-decoration-line: underline;"> </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Local restaurants will be serving up specialty dishes, desserts and cocktails....all made with fresh peaches! To get a full list of participating restaurants and their menu item, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1309234852457930/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2222%22%2C%22feed_story_type%22%3A%2222%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&pnref=story" target="_blank">click here</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #e69138; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Dino Dig</u> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Dinosaurs are back and at the Lincoln Parish Library Events Center, but this time kiddos can spend time in Dino Land digging up REAL fossils!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The headliners for this year are ready to rock and roll! P</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">arty through the decades with<b><i><a href="http://www.cheeweez.com/" target="_blank"> The </a></i></b></span><i style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #e69138;"><b><a href="http://www.cheeweez.com/" target="_blank">Chee Weez</a> </b></span></i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">on Friday night then "Drift Away" with </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #e69138;"><i><b><a href="http://www.unclekracker.com/" target="_blank">Uncle Kracker</a></b></i> </span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">on Saturday! </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">See below for the full Peach Festival music lineup! </span><br />
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<b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">6 p.m.</b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><i style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/bethanyraybournmusic/" target="_blank">Bethany Raybourn</a></i><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Indie, Americana, Alt-Country</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>7 p.m.</b> </span><i style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/katalyst.band.la/" target="_blank">Katalyst</a></i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Pop, Rock, Blues Cover Band </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>8:30 p.m. </b><i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/grantterrymusic/" target="_blank">Grant Terry</a></i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Acoustic, Pop, Rock</span></span><br />
<b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">10 p.m. </b><i style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.cheeweez.com/" target="_blank">The Chee Weez</a> </i><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">70's, 80's, 90's Cover Band </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>11 a.m. </b><i><a href="http://www.pineyhillsharmony.org/" target="_blank">Piney Hills Harmony Chorus</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>7 p.m.</b><i> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BeauxAtkins/" target="_blank">Beaux Atkins with Monty Russell</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>8:30 p.m.</b> <i><a href="https://www.facebook.com/kendalconradmusic/" target="_blank">Kendal Conrad</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>10 p.m. </b><i><a href="http://www.unclekracker.com/" target="_blank">Uncle Kracker</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #e69138; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Peach Art Exhi</u><span style="background-color: white;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">bit</u> </span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Happy 30</span>th Anniversary to the Peach Art Exhibit hosted by North Central Louisiana Art Council (NCLAC)! Come check out all the unique pieces done by talented artist in our area! </span><br />
<i style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Friday & Saturday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the </i><i style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ruston Civic Center</i><br />
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<span style="color: #e69138; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><u style="font-weight: bold;">Arts & Crafts Show</u> </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Browse over 150 vendors filled with unique hand-made arts and crafts items! </span><i style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. at the</i><i style="background-color: transparent; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Ruston Civic Center and Lincoln Parish Library Events Center</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #e69138;"><u><b style="text-decoration-line: underline;">5K Color Run</b> </u></span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Get your morning started off on the right foot! Run through Ruston and LA Tech's Campus in color on Saturday morning! </span><a href="http://www.rustonlincoln.org/events/details/2017-lapeachfest-annual-5k-color-run-6831" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Click here to register!</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Get the full experience! <a href="http://www.rustonlincoln.com/louisiana-peach-festival" target="_blank">Click here for a complete list of events</a>.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Cash and credit/debit cards will be accept and an ATM on site.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Share your photos using #RustonLA and #LAPeachFest!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Friday 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. - Free </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Friday 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. - $10</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Saturday - $10</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Weekend pass - $15</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Staying overnight? Find a list of hotels/motels <a href="http://www.rustonlincoln.com/places-to-stay" target="_blank">here</a>! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Summer is here! This means it's time to spend some time outdoors! I get an itch to get outside every day the sun is out, especially during the summertime! I recently discovered Ruston's <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/Lincoln-Parish-Park-149931755045181/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">Lincoln Parish Park</a> and let me tell you - I am in love!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And since then, I have been back multiple times! I have a very good feeling I will be spending many of my warm weather days out there, especially at the beach! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/Lincoln-Parish-Park-149931755045181/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">Lincoln Parish Park</a> is absolutely beautiful and there is so much to do for both locals and travelers alike! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Getting outside and being active is one of my favorite things to do, it's very refreshing and there is just something that is humbling about nature! At <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/Lincoln-Parish-Park-149931755045181/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">Lincoln Parish Park</a> you have so many choices to get outside and be active! </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Lincoln Parish Park is known for its mountain bike trails, it's actually rated the number one mountain bike trail in the South!! Unfortunately - the only bike I own is a beach bike, so it would not survive these trails! But, if you have a good bike head out to the park because there are so many trails for all levels of riders - beginner to advance. Load up your bike and go for a spin in Ruston at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/Lincoln-Parish-Park-149931755045181/about/?ref=page_internal" target="_blank">Lincoln Parish Park</a>! There is one hill on the bike trail that is so steep it's shocking - you will have to see this... or try it for yourself! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Located in the heart of North Louisiana is a small town filled with much culture! Ruston, LA has always been home to a very special and tight-knit arts community, but within the past year it has seen a lot of growth, and it's only going to continue to expand! H</span></span></span><span style="background-color: white;">ere are 6 ways the Ruston's arts and culture have made the community flourish! </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Downtown officially certified as a Historic District</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">On March 2, 2017 the </span><a href="http://ruston.org/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">City of Ruston </a><span style="background-color: white;">announced that Downtown is now </span><i style="background-color: white;">not only</i><span style="background-color: white;"> a Main Street Community and Cultural District, but is </span><i style="background-color: white;">officially</i><span style="background-color: white;"> c</span><span style="background-color: white;">ert</span><span style="background-color: white;">ified as a Historic District and is listed on the National Register of Historic Pla</span><span style="background-color: white;">ces! During the process, Ruston learned it had </span></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;">78 contributing buildings, and four of them </span><span style="background-color: white;">individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places already – the Dixie</span></span><span style="background-color: white;"> Center for the Arts, the Federal Building, Ruston State Bank, and Ruston USO (now Hawkins Photography).</span></span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b>What this means: </b>Downtown Ruston <span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: none; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border-collapse: separate; border-radius: 0px; border: none; bottom: auto; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: content-box; clear: none; content: normal; direction: inherit; empty-cells: show; font-stretch: inherit; height: auto; left: auto; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; max-height: none; max-width: none; opacity: 1; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: static; resize: none; right: auto; table-layout: auto; text-overflow: clip; top: auto; vertical-align: baseline; visibility: inherit; width: auto; word-break: inherit; word-wrap: inherit; z-index: auto;">is growing and being recognized for its significance in history, </span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: none; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border-collapse: separate; border-radius: 0px; border: none; bottom: auto; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: content-box; clear: none; content: normal; direction: inherit; empty-cells: show; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; height: auto; left: auto; letter-spacing: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; max-height: none; max-width: none; min-height: initial; min-width: initial; opacity: 1; outline-offset: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: static; resize: none; right: auto; table-layout: auto; text-align: inherit; text-indent: inherit; text-overflow: clip; text-transform: inherit; top: auto; vertical-align: baseline; visibility: inherit; white-space: inherit; width: auto; word-break: inherit; word-spacing: inherit; word-wrap: inherit; z-index: auto;">architecture, archaeology, and e</span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: none; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border-collapse: separate; border-radius: 0px; border: none; bottom: auto; box-shadow: none; box-sizing: content-box; clear: none; content: normal; direction: inherit; empty-cells: show; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; height: auto; left: auto; letter-spacing: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; max-height: none; max-width: none; min-height: initial; min-width: initial; opacity: 1; outline-offset: 0px; overflow: visible; padding: 0px; position: static; resize: none; right: auto; table-layout: auto; text-align: inherit; text-indent: inherit; text-overflow: clip; text-transform: inherit; top: auto; vertical-align: baseline; visibility: inherit; white-space: inherit; width: auto; word-break: inherit; word-spacing: inherit; word-wrap: inherit; z-index: auto;">ngineering.</span><span style="background-color: white;"> Through passion and hard work of residents, local business owners and city administration, Ruston's cultural community will continue to rise!</span></span></i></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">2. Three murals planned and painted by local artists </span></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Ruston is creating a cultural statement by having local art portrayed in three m</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;">u</span><span style="background-color: white;">rals throughout the city. The fi</span></span><span style="background-color: white;">rst of </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">the three murals is almost complete and located in Downtown. This mural </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">covers an entire wall with colorful shapes and the tagline “Ruston, Louisiana" and is located across from the Dixie Center for the Arts on the back of the</span></span></span></span></span><span style="background-color: white;"> 1938
Rainwater Building. It's bright geometric shapes are meant to be eye-catching with special images that
characterize Ruston sketched within them, inspiring viewers to stop and take a closer look.</span><br />
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represent Ruston’s close connection to the blind community by being displayed on the side of Louisiana’s Center for the Blind’s woodshop. This mural will also read “Ruston, Louisiana” with the addition of the words in giant
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The third mural will illustrate the city's latest shared-use trail, Rock Island Greenway. This new trail is designed for walking, running, bicycling, and will include a linear park. The mural will be on the underpass that connects Woodard Ave. to the service road off I-20. Although this mural will be painted primarily by artists, there will also be community paint days so everyone can be a part of this art project! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i style="background-color: white;"><b>What this means: </b>Ruston is continuously growing and striving to bring out and label the culture of the community. The mural project started when the
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Ruston was officially certified as a Historic District. T</span>hese murals portray t<span lang="EN">he personality
of the community and will draw residents and visitors into Ruston. Plus, they create the perfect photo-opp! </span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b style="background-color: white;">3. Public Art Project: Bulldog Statues </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ruston established a Cultural Board to </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">keep the arts alive. The Cultural Board has created a public art project that will help join the city and Louisiana Tech University through art. Ten large bulldog statues will be painted by local artist and strategically placed throughout the city. Ruston v</span><span style="background-color: white;">isitors (and locals!) can receive a “bulldog map” leading them to each sculpture. After their initial two years in the city, the bulldogs will be auctioned off to help provide additional funds for the Ruston Cultural District.<a href="http://act.usatoday.com/submit-an-idea/#/gallery/60469654/" target="_blank"> If you would like to help move this project forward, vote for the video here! </a></span></span></span></span><br />
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</b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>What this means:</b> </span><span style="white-space: pre-line;">The unity of local art and Louisiana Tech's mascot will bridge the gap between the local university and residents. The bulldog statues will help provide inspiration for the future and leave a lasting mark on the community. This is the perfect public project for the Cultural Board to hit the ground running and keep the arts alive in Ruston!</span></i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">This past year, </span><a href="http://www.nclac.org/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">North Central Louisiana Arts Council (NCLAC)</a><span style="background-color: white;"> partnered with South Arts to bring the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Film Makers to Ruston. Six independent films were shown at the historic </span><a href="http://dixiecenter.org/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Dixie Theatre</a><span style="background-color: white;"> - </span><span style="background-color: white;">t</span><span style="background-color: white;">he first time Ruston has seen this style of art. </span><span style="background-color: white;">Al</span><span style="background-color: white;">s</span><span style="background-color: white;">o, as part of the </span><a href="https://www.southarts.org/touring-arts/southern-circuit/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">Southern Circuit Tour</a><span style="background-color: white;">, each filmmaker came into Ruston offering question and answer sessions after the showing of their film.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>What this means:</b><b> </b>NCLAC is continuously working to bring more than just one form of art into town! Throughout this tour, these indie films not only brought together the local film community, but brought in filmmakers from all over the country to experience Ruston. </span></i></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>South Arts is returning for a second tour soon - stay tuned!</i></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">On April 8, 2017, Ruston combined their love of the arts and music and hosted the first ever <a href="https://www.facebook.com/railroadfest/" target="_blank">Railroad Festival</a>! Every year, </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ruston has a Makers Fair in the spring and fall that showcases artists and makers of all kinds from North Louisiana. This year, a celebration of Louisiana's music scene was added to the Spring Makers Fair creating <a href="https://www.facebook.com/railroadfest/" target="_blank">Railroad Maker's & Music Festival</a>! The first-ever Railroad Fest transformed D</span>owntown Ruston with talented<span style="background-color: white;"> artists, tasty food & local brews, and a full line up of bands from all over the region. </span></span></span></span><br />
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<i style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b>What this means: </b><span style="background-color: white;">Ruston's arts and music community is getting stronger! This is the beginning of millennials in the area having an impact on the community by creating the kinds of events they enjoy. This festival showed community involvement combined wit</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-color: white;">h</span><span style="background-color: white;"> guests </span><span style="background-color: white;">comin</span></span><span style="background-color: white;">g in town to visit, the festival producers plan to ride the "culture wave" and continue to grow Railroad Fest each year. </span></span></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11.2px;"> </span><b>6. The City of Ruston's Community Arts Center in the works</b></span></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Ruston is currently in the process of tr<span style="background-color: white;">ans<span style="background-color: white;">forming the old post office into</span> the city's Community Arts Center. The Federal Building downtown will b</span>ec</span><span style="background-color: white;">ome the home of the arts. </span><a href="http://ruston.org/" style="background-color: white;" target="_blank">The City of Ruston</a><span style="background-color: white;"> was inspired by a painting gifted to Mayor Walker portraying the Federal Building on </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">Vienna St. </span><span style="background-color: white;">After the passing of the incredibly talented artist, </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">Glenn Kennedy, th</span><span style="background-color: white;">e City wanted to incorporate the </span><span style="background-color: white;">building into their Moving Ruston Forward plans. The Community Arts Center will serve as an office for <a href="http://www.nclac.org/" target="_blank">NCLAC</a>, an art gallery & shop, an exhibition space to be used for events, and much more! </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Ruston and its 18-block historic downtown has always been very unique to locals and visitors from all over. It is truly a must experience part of the city, and now, it's thriving more than ever! Discover for yourself the excitement surrounding cultural projects, events and more at <a href="http://www.experienceruston.com/" target="_blank">www.experienceruston.com</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/railroadfest/" target="_blank">Railroad Makers & Music Festival</a> is a celebration of Ruston's art and music scene. This year will be the festival's first year and it promises to create an experience that honors culture, celebrates the unique community and provides an welcoming atmosphere for families, groups and arts lovers of all kinds! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">"With the regional arts and music community
beginning to develop and Millennials having a stronger impact on the community,
now was the best time to get a cultural festival going in the region. But
the plans do not stop here. With the help of the community and outsiders
just visiting, festival producers plan to ride the culture wave and continue to
grow the festival for years to come." - Derek J. Amaya, Railroad Fest Public Relations Director</span></i></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Railroad Fest is comprised of two components: the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rustonmakersfair/" target="_blank">Makers Fair</a> and then music at Railroad Park. T</span></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">he Makers Fair portion of the festival will be held from 10AM-5PM in the Historic Fire Station and Sexton parking lots. This event is free to the public! Local makers and artists will be on site with works ranging from jewelry and woodwork to paintings and screen-printing</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, and so much more! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">3PM - J.A.M Brass Band</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">5PM - GoofyBoots</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">7:15PM - <b>Headliners Louisiana Soul Revival ft. Doug Duffey</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">8:45PM: <b>Headliners The Seratones</b> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">9AM-12PM - Brunch & zydeco music at Sundown Tavern</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">10AM-10PM - Food trucks across Downtown Ruston </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">11AM - Crawfish boil at </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Ponchatoulas</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/flyingtigerbrewery/" target="_blank">Flying Tiger</a> Burma Blonde</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/abita/" target="_blank">Abita</a> Strawberry</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Sutter Home Wine Selection</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Lincoln Parish has a hidden gem just 12 miles north of Ruston, this is a place where residents and business owners have great pride in their hometown and history. Spend a day in </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/places/Things-to-do-in-Dubach-Louisiana/105818302785393/">Dubach, Louisiana </a>- </b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">a charming town filled with local character! There are some unique and exciting things, both old and new, going on in Dubach, all with a true love for this small town Louisiana community.</span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Going out to these old farming facilities, shoppers will find over 100 vendors filled with booths of hand made items and one-of-a-kind antiques. Don't worry, Big Creek Trade Days is not only for the shoppers, it's for the whole family - there is also a "man cave" with big screen TV's, food vendors and jump houses and slides for the kids! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There is so much character in this restaurant and it all comes straight from the heart! The owner of Lillian Veau's says her dream of 32 years has come to life in Dubach, LA. The Restaurant is named after her grandmother, Lillian Veau, and all photos, paintings and decor are reflections of New Orleans and were taken and painted by the owner herself! </span><br />
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Th</span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;">ere is a new fishing tournament coming to town! Ruston & Lincoln Parish are pleased to welcome the <a href="http://www.americancrappietrail.com/">American Crappie Trail</a> to Lake D'Arbonne! We are excited to be partnering once again with Union Parish to bring the latest crappie fishing tournament to our area!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">T</span><span style="background-color: white;">his tournament and their knowledgeable staff will raise the bar in the crappie fishing industry! Not only will they have the highest payout, but all tournaments will be televised! They will be using state-of-the-art trailers and weigh-in stations - these full production </span><span style="background-color: white;">live internet weigh-ins brings much excitement!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">One of the owner's of the American Crappie Trail, Matt Morgan, is very excited about bringing the new tournament to Lake D'Arbonne: </span></span></span><br />
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<i><span style="background-color: white;"><b>"D'Arbonne is one of the 6 Lakes I handpicked because of the phenomenal resources the lake has to offer in conjunction with the awesome people that live in the surrounding communities. ACT is extremely excited about the March 31-April 1 event where someone is going to win a brand new Ranger boat! Crappie Fishing is going to the next level with ACT!" -</b> Matt Morgan, co-owner of American Crappie Trail</span></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1st place: Ranger Boat RT188C - <b><i>No matter how many boats entered, this is always the 1st place prize! </i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Wednesday, March 29 Evening</b> - Meet the Pros & Crappie Seminar Night including Spider Rigging & Trolling, Jig Fishing and Crappie Fishing 101 in Downtown Ruston</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Thursday , March 30 Morning </b>- </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">Brunch & Media Day </span><span style="background-color: white;">@ D'Arbonne Pointe in Farmerville </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: yellow;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Where to Stay in Ruston - Sponsor Hotels</b></span></span></span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: yellow;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mlufs-fairfield-inn-and-suites-ruston/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2">Fairfield Inn & Suites </a></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Address:</i> 1707 Roberta Ave, Ruston, LA 71270</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Phone:</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> (318) 251-9800</span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: yellow;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.choicehotels.com/louisiana/ruston/comfort-inn-hotels/la115?source=gyxt">Comfort Inn</a></span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Address:</i> 1951 North Service Rd E, Ruston, LA 71270</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Click </span><a href="http://www.americancrappietrail.com/rules/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">here</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> to see all Rules and Regulations. Also, for more information and the ACT's latest updates follow them on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/americancrappietrail/">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/americancrappie">Twitter</a>!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A small town with big flavor, Ruston offers residents and passers-through a unique mix of restaurants that make this north Louisiana torn special. From cajun food to the homestyle cooking to barbecue to fresh juices, Ruston provides something for everyone. Heath-conscious eaters and those with dietary restrictions alike will find that Ruston has delicious dishes to meet his or her needs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Catering will again be provided by Linda Peevy, whose food continues to impress Mardi Gras Ball attendees year after year. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NCLAC.org/" target="_blank">NCLAC</a> will be hosting the Silent Auction portion of the night with tons of great packages, products, artwork and more available for attendees to bid on. Professional photography will be done once again by Kevin Hawkins Photography. New to the Mardi Gras Ball this year is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BashBooth/" target="_blank">Bash Booth</a>! Party goers from across the area have had a blast taking pics in this photo booth! Remember to share yours using #RustonLA!</span> </div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /><br /><br />The proceeds from this event benefit the <a href="http://www.dixiecenter.org/" target="_blank">Dixie Center for the Arts</a> Sustaining Building Fund and the nonprofits that are housed within it. The historic Dixie Theatre in Downtown Ruston has been a source of arts and entertainment for over 8 decades! Help continue the Dixie's legacy and provide a home to NCLAC and Ruston Community Theatre by purchasing your tickets for this event and taking part in the booze basket raffle and silent auction!</span></div>
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-81801059656356699002017-01-27T08:49:00.000-06:002017-01-30T09:19:07.076-06:00Molly Meets Ruston: Shop Local Food at Log Cabin<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Written by: Molly Coleman, Marketing Assistant </b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So, I like to call myself a "self proclaimed" foodie, this probably comes from my Italian and Lebanese background where my entire family thinks that their way of cooking is the only way and that every time food is prepared, it is pretty much an eighteen course meal. No food group is skipped over and there is enough food for an army -- this is why I love Log Cabin Market, with so many options to choose from for me to cook!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My husband and I really enjoy grilling out and cooking (especially for sporting events). Since we have moved here to Ruston in the peak of football playoffs, I can honestly say we have been found frequenting Log Cabin Market. I love how quaint and personal the market is, shopping there is such a fun and friendly experience!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">With every good food gathering, an appetizer is a southern stable! Log Cabin has great snacks for all like boudin, sausage, crackers & dips and much more!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Where to start on this?! This is usually my husband's department, but every time we go in to Log Cabin Market we end up discussing what to cook/grill because there are so many options that will make your mouth water! You can chose from beef, pork, chicken and seafood, with multiple variations of each. They have kabobs with veggies, stuffed seafood and pre-seasoned meats if you don't want to battle finding a good rub or marinade!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Lincoln Parish and Union Parish have partnered again for the 2017 Crappie Masters Louisiana State Championship Tournament on Lake D'Arbonne in Farmerville, Louisiana! Interested in participating or cheering on your favorite fishermen (or fisherwomen!), read below for everything you need to know! </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Ruston, LA and Lincoln Parish invites you to come join the Crappie Masters Tournament. A place where friends and families crappie fish for fun, with the spice of competition! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Wh<span style="background-color: white;">at: </span></b><span style="background-color: white;">Crappie fishing tournament for anglers of all skill levels</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b style="font-family: inherit;">When:</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span>February<span style="font-family: inherit;"> 24 & 25, 2017</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Where: </b>Lake D'Arbonne in Farmerville, LA</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Cost: </b></span></span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;">Entry Fee - $325.00</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><b>How to Register:</b> <a href="https://www.crappiemasters.net/home/2014-bass-pro-shops-crappie-masters-tournament-schedule/tournament-details/" target="_blank">Click here</a> for the necessary forms to mail in or choose the <a href="https://www.crappiemasters.net/home/2014-bass-pro-shops-crappie-masters-tournament-schedule/2017-online-registration?view=form&form_id=3">online entry form</a>. To register over the phone, call (660) 351-4187. Late fee applies after February 10th.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;"><a href="http://www.reservations.com/hotel/days-inn-ruston-la?rmcid=rcc14&gclid=CjwKEAiA8JbEBRCz2szzhqrx7H8SJAC6FjXXPYrsqedkRKMA20s_MRTwGRvZ5tXquUH8OAU_dsiJiRoCeXrw_wcB">Days Inn</a></span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;">1801 N Service Rd E</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;">Ruston, LA 71270</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; text-align: -webkit-center;">800-225-3297</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Prizes: </b>P</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">a</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">yback is based upon how many entries the tournament receives, Crappie Master's pay back 100% of the entry
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Based on expected amount of boats entered, $30,000 in cash and prizes will be paid back, predicting first place would
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We welcome all to come enjoy, compete and win prizes in tourist location while </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">striving to promote, enhance, and preserve our outdoor heritage, specifically crappie fishing. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We're excited to have local and visiting anglers with their friends and family in Ruston, LA. For more things to do while you're in town, visit <a href="http://www.rustonlincoln.com/">www.rustonlincoln.com</a>.</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-64034598099064667542017-01-16T16:22:00.000-06:002017-05-08T16:09:39.463-05:007 for '17 - What's new in Ruston!<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Written by Travis Napper, President/CEO </span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></b></span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This year will be a busy one for #RustonLA and full of exciting new restaurant openings, events and more! Check out the list below to see what's coming to Ruston and Lincoln Parish in 2017! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Biking - </b>The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rockislandgreenway/" target="_blank">Rock Island Greenway</a> (The RIG) will be a tremendous addition to the growing biking and running community. With the first phase set for completion by the end of March and the 2nd and 3rd phases hopefully added by the end of the year, up to 6 miles of the shared-use path will run through the city and connect riders and runners to neighborhoods, parks, downtown, and campus. <i>Bonus: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/879332158868838/" target="_blank">MedCamps Madness</a> is hosting its inaugural</i></span><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">multi-level cycling tour and/or a 5K run on March 18th.</span></span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><br /></b></span> <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>3. Football - </b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LATechAthletics/" target="_blank">Louisiana Tech</a> will be hosting a program-record 7 home games and unveiling a new Press Box (get your tickets <a href="http://www.latechsports.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/010917aaa.html" target="_blank">here</a>). Grambling is hosting 4 home games, bringing the total to 11 college football games being hosted in Lincoln Parish this fall. <i>Bonus: Louisiana Tech could up their number to 8 if they were to host the C-USA Conference Championship (Fingers crossed!)</i></span><br />
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<b style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">5. Fishing - </b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Did you know that we helped host the <a href="https://www.crappiemasters.net/home/2014-bass-pro-shops-crappie-masters-tournament-schedule" target="_blank">Louisiana State Championship</a> for Crappie Masters at Lake D'Arbonne for the past 2 years? Well we're at it again this year! And with the popularity of the sport and prestige of Lake D'Arbonne, we're also hosting the <a href="http://www.americancrappietrail.com/" target="_blank">American Crappie Trail</a> in its inaugural year March 31-April 1 as one of only five lakes to be chosen leading up to the National Championship. <i>Bonus: The winner receives a brand new Ranger Boat!</i></span><br />
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Amanda Quimbyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17453263869933325696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1910013117205519303.post-86364104112976393442017-01-09T13:54:00.000-06:002017-01-16T16:41:39.071-06:00 Molly Meets Ruston: From Mississippi to Louisiana<b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Written by Molly Coleman, Marketing Assistant </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hi Everyone! My name is Molly Coleman and I am a brand new resident of not only Louisiana but of the most amazing small town in the piney woods of Ruston! Before moving here, I knew nothing at all about this charming town I have chosen to call home for so many wonderful reasons.<br /><br />I can’t wait to tell you what qualities led me to calling Ruston my new home, but first I would like to tell you a little bit about where I came from and what led me to Choosing Ruston. I was born and raised in the small, but growing town of Oxford, Mississippi, the home of Ole Miss, and a very historic square with lots of local charm. After high school I moved to Starkville, Miss. and attended college at MSU. I got married and moved back to Oxford, Miss. where my husband and I both grew up. Living in Oxford and Starkville definitely had its differences, especially with their long history of competition. But both of these charming college towns shared two important factors: Community Involvement and Southern Hospitality. These two traits is what made it so easy to call both Oxford and Starkville home to me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So now I know you are wondering how my husband and I ended up from Mississippi to Louisiana and why we chose Ruston. My husband was offered advancement in his career and that meant re-location to southern Arkansas. I will be completely honest with you, when he informed me we would be moving, I cried. Leaving Oxford was not in my plans. After days and hours of researching communities close to where his office is located, I stumbled upon Ruston and this exact Experience Ruston blog and the Experience Ruston Facebook page. This accidental stumble led me to choose living in Ruston.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br />As I came down for multiple visits during the months we were given to prepare for the move, I noticed these same traits of Community Involvement and Southern Hospitality in Ruston as I experienced in Mississippi. It suddenly made me feel this was the right place to call home. Not only did I experience these qualities then, but I have seen them in the few short weeks we have been living here. As we have joined this community we have been taken in with open arms by every local business we have encountered and by every individual that we have crossed paths with.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I not only love the small town charm that comes with Ruston’s local eateries, shops and the beautiful downtown area. But I also love to see the community come together for their local events and the support of the universities in town.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Follow me as I meet Ruston, watch me grow with the community as I plunge in and fully involve myself with all aspects of this incredible community. I cannot wait to attend events, shop, dine and cheer on the Universities in Ruston. As 2017 gets started, I am extremely anxious to dive in, and to fully experience Ruston!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #222222; font-family: arial; font-size: 13px;"><i>Molly is an original native of Mississippi and a proud current resident of Ruston, LA! Molly is a coffee addict and a self-proclaimed foodie. She loves running, traveling and college football. Molly is passionate for local charm and bringing others to love #RustonLA. </i></b></div>
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