Jena native instrumental in firearm suicide prevention legislation

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July 12, 2022

Jena native and U.S. Army veteran Matt Bailey drafted language for legislation that was signed by Governor John Bel Edwards on June 15 after passing both the Senate and House unanimously and will go into effect on August 1.

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Lady Giants Remain Undefeated

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January 29, 2025

The Jena Lady Giants only played one game this past week but it was a big one that allowed them to remain undefeated in District 2-3A play. With the s...

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President Trump Inaugurated – Immediately Issues Executive Orders To Usher In “Golden Age of America”

Immediately Issues Executive Orders To Usher In “Golden Age of America”

By Craig Franklin Editor

January 29, 2025

Immediately Issues Executive Orders To Usher In “Golden Age of America” The United States of America’s 47th President, Donald J. Trump, received his o...

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Martin Luther King Day Observed in Jena

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January 29, 2025

Despite the cold weather Monday, January 20, many LaSalle residents braved the elements to participate in three Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in J...

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Rare Snow Day for LaSalle

By Craig Franklin Editor

January 29, 2025

A rare artic blast struck LaSalle Parish last week, sending temperatures into the teens, producing snow and shutting down schools and most businesses,...

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Hardtner Medical Center Entering Phase Three of Long-Term Plan

By Craig Franklin Editor

January 29, 2025

On March 6, an official open house and building dedication ceremony will be held at Hardtner Medical Center’s (HMC) new $6-million outpatient facility...

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Qualifying Underway For Tullos Aldermen

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January 29, 2025

Qualifying began today, January 29, for two positions on the Tullos Town Council with the special election set for March 29. The special election for ...