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Ruston news

Ruston is in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates its population at 22,397 as of July 1, 2025 (the 2020 estimates base was 22,154).[source]

Public Safety

Ruston water had low chlorine in July and August; city says you don’t need to boil water

The notice covers July and August 2026. No bacteria were found, the city repaired a well and opened closed valves, and you don’t need to boil water.

Oct. 20, 2026 · Ruston

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    Ruston City Council

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Seasonal Maintenance

How to keep your pipes from freezing in a cold snap

Which pipes freeze first, what to do the night before a hard freeze, and how to thaw a frozen pipe without starting a fire.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT
Storms & Insurance

Storm damaged your home? What to do first, and the Louisiana claim deadlines to know

Take photos before you clean up, and keep your receipts. Plus claim deadlines and deductible rules, with Louisiana law as the example.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT
Hiring a Pro

Replacing your AC? How to pick an HVAC contractor and compare bids

How a contractor should size your system, the Southeast region’s SEER2 minimums, what a good install includes and how to check a license.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT
Pests & Foundations

Termites, termite contracts and foundation soil: What homeowners should know

Termite swarm season, warning signs, your rights under a termite contract and how to look up the soil under your home.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT
Seasonal Maintenance

Fall home checklist: Weekend chores to do before winter

Roof, gutters, heat, pipes and an emergency kit. Most of it you can do yourself in a weekend.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT
Hiring a Pro

Hiring a contractor in Louisiana? 4 steps to protect your home and your money

How to look up a contractor’s license, with Louisiana’s rules as the example, and the red flags the FTC says to watch for.

Oct. 20, 2026, 8 p.m. CDT

Population source: U.S. Census Bureau, City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2025 (Vintage 2025, sub-est2025.csv), place FIPS 2266655.