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Experience Ruston Hires Director of Marketing & Communications

August 7, 2023Written by: Tori Davis

tori-d-web-(2).jpgTori Davis has joined the Ruston Lincoln Convention & Visitors Bureau (Experience Ruston) as the Director of Marketing and Communications.

Tori Davis has joined the Ruston Lincoln Convention & Visitors Bureau (Experience Ruston) as the Director of Marketing and Communications. Davis previously served as the Chief Communications Officer at Green Clinic in Ruston and as [...]

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23 Things to Love About Lincoln Parish

July 13, 2023Written by: Anna Graney

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We are halfway through the year 2023! What greater way to celebrate our city and parish than with 23 things we love about this community. From local events to inspiring attractions, there is truly something for everyone in the family in Ruston-Lincoln Parish.  [...]

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Beat the Heat in Ruston-Lincoln Parish

June 26, 2023Written by: Anna Graney

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Things are heating up this summer -  the perfect time to find fun ways to cool off and enjoy the town! Whether you love swimming, strolling through museums, or relaxing and enjoying entertainment, Lincoln Parish has it all for you!  Lincoln Parish Park When the heat is too much, heading to the beach can be the perfect solution for outdoor fun! The beach at  [...]

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Cold Treats

June 15, 2023Written by: Anna Graney

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This summer heat means it’s time to find a sweet cold treat! Here are some of our favorite go-to places to get just what you need to cool off and enjoy the taste of Ruston! Ice cream Ice cream is a classic way to cool off in the summer! Mitcham Farms offers peach ice cream, a [...]

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35 Things to Do in Ruston Before You Graduate

June 13, 2023Written by: Cade Williams

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Ruston is first and foremost a college town, where students spend some of the best and most exciting years of their lives. College is a time to explore, try new things, and make memories. With this in mind, we're challenging students to get out of their dorms and experience these 35 things in Ruston & Lincoln Parish before they graduate! 1. Treat yourself to some peach ice crea [...]

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8 Unforgettable Holiday Events in Lincoln Parish (11/12/23)Desi Bourgeois Brings a Taste of Ruston to Dallas (10/25/23)Desi Bourgeois Recognized as a Louisiana Chef to Watch (10/18/23)Fall Events and Activities: Your Guide to Ruston's Seasonal Delights! (10/2/23)The Ultimate Guide to Loyal Blue Weekends (10/1/23)Ruston’s Bad Wolf BBQ Receives Two Awards at Louisiana Food and Wine Festival (9/21/23)Ruston's Best Interstate Eats (9/6/23)LA Tech Game Day Guide 2023 (8/17/23)Experience Ruston Hires Director of Marketing & Communications (8/7/23)23 Things to Love About Lincoln Parish (7/13/23)Beat the Heat in Ruston-Lincoln Parish (6/26/23)Cold Treats (6/15/23)35 Things to Do in Ruston Before You Graduate (6/13/23)2023 Peach Restaurant Roundup (5/25/23)Guide to the 73rd Annual Peach Festival (5/16/23)Ruston, LA to Host 2023 DYB World Series (2/13/23)Love in Lincoln Parish: Top Romantic Spots for Valentine's Day (2/7/23)Local Mardi Gras Food and Flavors (1/26/23)City of Ruston Announces Buc-ee's is Coming to Ruston, LA (1/13/23)New Year's Resolutions in Lincoln Parish (1/5/23)

2022

Ruston Coffee Trail (11/21/22)Shop Small for the Holidays (11/15/22)5 Fun Kids Activities in Ruston (11/11/22)Autumn Vibes in Ruston (10/21/22)Must-attend Holiday Happenings in Ruston (10/20/22)Best Burgers in Ruston (10/19/22)4 Ways to Celebrate the Arts this Fall (10/12/22)Emily F. Stogner Named CVB Marketing & Communications Director (10/10/22)FREE PERFORMANCE OF WORLD RENOWN ZYDECO BAND IN RUSTON NOV 4TH (10/6/22)How to Spend a Rainy Day in Ruston (7/27/22)Our Favorite Free things to do in Ruston (6/24/22)Your Bulldog Based on Your Enneagram Type (6/22/22)Experience Ruston Awards Grant to Friends of Ruston Skatepark (5/24/22)Guide to the 72nd Annual Louisiana Peach Festival (5/13/22)History of the Louisiana Peach Festival (5/13/22)Experience Ruston Celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week (5/2/22)5 Must-Attend Spring Events in Ruston (4/26/22)Restaurants Open on Sunday and Monday (3/16/22)Relax on these Ruston Patios (3/11/22)5 Places for Craft Beer in Ruston (3/1/22)10 Totally Romantic Ways to Experience Ruston (2/5/22)Lincoln Parish Park Wins 2022 Louey Award (2/4/22)Most Instagrammable Places in Ruston (1/28/22)Local Flavors of Mardi Gras (1/21/22)Grambling State University Wins Hospitality Award (1/10/22)

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2020

Full Course Feature Bonus: Ruston Lunch (11/18/20)Full Course Feature: Ruston Desserts (10/27/20)Full Course Feature: Ruston Entrées (10/20/20)Full Course Feature: Ruston Appetizers (10/14/20)Guide to Louisiana PEACHtober (10/12/20)Full Course Feature: Ruston Drinks (10/7/20)Dawg House: The Spot for LA Tech Football & More (9/1/20)Places to Work & Study Remotely: Ruston, LA (8/11/20)Pet-Friendly Guide to Ruston (8/3/20)Tori W. Davis Named CVB Marketing Director (7/20/20)5 Reasons to Visit Lincoln Parish Park (6/30/20)Where to Get Ruston Peaches (6/24/20)Ruston Eats Reopen (6/3/20)Shop Ruston Online (6/3/20)Local Attractions Reopen Safely (6/3/20)CVB and Lincoln Parish Police Jury Enter Into New CEA (3/11/20)Crawfish Season in Ruston, LA (3/9/20)Amanda Q. Carrier Named CVB President & CEO (3/6/20)A Vegetarian's Guide To Ruston Louisiana (3/2/20)Experience Ruston Wins STS 2020 Shining Example Award (2/17/20)Mamon Graduates Louisiana Tourism Leadership Academy (2/7/20)Experience Ruston Wins Louisiana Travel Association 2020 Louey Award (2/4/20)Camp Ruston - A Brief History (1/28/20)Dixie Youth World Series Volunteers Win Hospitality Award (1/24/20)Mardi Gras in Ruston (1/15/20)

2019

4 Kid-Friendly Hiking and Biking Trails in Ruston (12/18/19)Dixie Youth World Series Honored as a 2019 Champion of Economic Impact (12/17/19)SportsEvents Announces Ruston Sports Complex as a 2020 Readers’ Choice Award Winner (12/17/19)Holidays in Ruston (11/16/19)LA Tech Game Day Guide (10/22/19)Louisiana Seafood Gumbo Recipe (10/14/19)Quickest Ruston Eats for Interstate Travelers (10/14/19)Top 5 Places To Get Cocktails In Ruston Louisiana (9/26/19)Spending A Weekend In Ruston Louisiana (9/25/19)5 Top Restaurants in Ruston Louisiana (9/25/19)4 Must-Attend Events for Fall (9/23/19)Experience Ruston and Up with People Host Peace Day Celebration   (9/13/19)Gearin’ Up for Louisiana Tech Gamedays in Ruston, LA (9/4/19)Big Creek Trade Days (9/3/19)Strong Year Reported for Tourism in Lincoln Parish (8/22/19)Louisiana Tech Special Collections, Manuscripts & Archives (7/31/19)Ruston Sports Complex Now Open (7/26/19)Peachy Summer Recipes (7/10/19)Best Coffee Shops In Ruston (7/8/19)Top Cool Down Locales in Ruston (7/2/19)Guide to the Louisiana Peach Festival (6/4/19)BBQ Eats in Ruston (5/13/19)RUSTON STRONG (5/1/19)Tourism Development Grants Available (4/23/19)Downtown Food Park – The Latest in Ruston’s Culinary Scene (4/15/19)Ruston will host American Crappie Trail National Championship (3/25/19)Railroad Fest – A Celebration of Makers & Music (3/11/19)American Crappie Trail National Championship comes to North Louisiana (3/4/19)Loyal Blue Weekend wins 2019 Louey Award (1/30/19)Celebrating Black History Month in Lincoln Parish (1/29/19)Date Night in Ruston (1/13/19)Bustamante, Causey Win Hospitality Award (1/7/19)

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