Louisiana is a beautiful southern state that’s often portrayed poorly through the media. TV shows and news stories lead viewers to believe we all live in the backwoods, hunt alligators, and build duck calls. You rarely see footage of the majestic green landscapes and locations scattered throughout the bayou state. For this reason, we’re taking […]
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The Louisiana Railroad is a mystery to many. What’s going on with it these days?… You hear trains blow their horns at night as they make their way through downtown Ruston. You see them put a stop to traffic in the center of town time and time again. What are they carrying? In this article,
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*This blog post will be updated with all new photos and writing over time* #10 – Library Events Center Ruston’s Library Events Center hosts a myriad of different events for all to enjoy. There are public movie nights as well as guest speakers who come to share their stories. If you enjoy hanging out in
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Louisiana monsters have been the subject of controversy for years. Sightings have given rise to a number of stories describing creepy things that hide in the dark and don’t play nice. Don’t believe us? In this article, we’re going to highlight the top 9 Louisiana monsters from folklore and legends. By the end, you’ll know
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What’s on your agenda this year? Fashion shows? Long walks on the beach? A trip to the Louisiana bayou?… Louisiana tourists are often interested in a select few attractions: New Orleans, swamps, and bayous. Many experiences await on the bayous, aka swamps aka marshlands, and they’re an obvious pick if you like outdoor adventure. In
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Some say life’s mysteries can be explained by cajun folklore. Many Louisiana natives understand the world beyond science; we’ve either found hope in spirituality or dabbled in the dark arts. Either way, we’ve seen the supernatural take place before our very eyes, and for this reason, cajun folklore features a variety of superstitions that provide
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If you’ve spent time in Louisiana, you may have noticed a culture of paganism that is prevalent in certain regions. Some people have been cursed by modern ‘witch doctors’ and are left with one question–how do you destroy voodoo dolls? New Orleans, in particular, is full of mystics with ties to the dark arts. Voodoo
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At 535 feet above sea level, Driskill Mountain is the highest point of elevation in Louisiana. Despite negative word-of-mouth reviews, I took my first trip there in July 2020 and had a blast! People told me Mount Driskill was “small” and “just a hill,” so I set my expectations low and was thrilled when I
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The holiday season is just around the corner, and everyone is searching for the best Louisiana Christmas gift ideas. If you’re ready to pick out a present for that special someone, this list will give you an excellent place to start! Celebrate the season with southern surprises that anyone will enjoy on Christmas morning. Here
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The North Central Louisiana Arts Council (NCLAC) hosted their annual Holiday Arts Market in the Ruston Farmers Market building this year (November 21-22), and we dropped in to get the scoop. What did we find? A LOT! Booths lined the inside with tables full of arts, crafts, and other goods. Community members made rounds as
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