Samantha Manning, Guidance Counselor at Jena High School, announced the following scholarship recipients in the Class of 2024 during graduation ceremonies at JHS on Friday, May 17, 2024.Sarah Grace Alexander: Caroline Bradford Memorial Scholarship for $500; The GEO Group, Inc. LaSalle Detention Faci...

Homecoming at Pleasant Ridge Everyone is invited to attend Homecoming at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Olla, LA on Sunday, June 2, with the service beginning at 10:45 a.m. Pastor Robert McKeithen joins with the entire congregation asking that all former members and guests to please join them for ...

(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article appeared on the front page of the December 15, 1906 issue of The Jena Times. It was written by Henry E. Hardtner and was submitted to this office for republication by Gary Smith. Hardtner, who was instrumental in the creation of La-Salle Parish from Catahoula Pa...

The Louisiana Senate last week approved an amended version of a House bill that would decriminalize the possession and use of drug paraphernalia, such...

As temperatures soar and the hot summer months approach, it’s crucial to prioritize the safety of your beloved pets. Heatstroke can have devastating c...

Hurricane season is once again upon us, and the LSU AgCenter has recommendations to mitigate potential damage and losses to yards, homes and animals a...