Mosquito season is upon us, so now is the time to take steps to protect yourself from West Nile Virus. State Epidemiologist Theresa Sokol says when you go outside, apply EPA-approved mosquito repellent containing DEET.
Sokol says it’s also important to eliminate any standing water on your property, since standing water is the perfect breeding ground for mosquitos.
Republicans on the Senate Finance Committee, including Bill Cassidy, met with President Trump this week to find common ground on his “Big, Beautiful Bill.” Cassidy says Trump laid out the main objectives that he wants to achieve.
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The 75th Annual Louisiana Peach Festival is tomorrow in Ruston. Tori Davis with Experience Ruston says there’s plenty of entertainment for visitors of all ages.
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Throughout the week, restaurants throughout Ruston have been participating in the Peach Culinary Crawl, offering special peach-inspired dishes.
If you’re not going to be around Ruston tomorrow, may I suggest going out fishing? This is free fishing weekend throughout the state. Rene LeBreton with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says most people who take advantage of the free fishing weekend eventually go out and get themselves a fishing license, and they’re very easy to obtain.
And the fishing license is good for 365 days following the date of issuance.