A large crowd of believers met at the Strand Theater in Jena Sunday night, November 16, to participate in the LaSalle Ministerial Alliance’s Community Thanksgiving Worship Service. Many different denominations were present with the purpose of joining together in worshipping Jesus Christ through song...

Dear Rusty: Enjoyed your recent article on claiming SS benefits. I feel, however, any decision making should also include what I call the “wearing out” factor. Yes, financial need, health, and longevity are definite criteria for a decision. The inevitable problem (I just turned 83) is the speed at w...

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the LaSalle Parish Jail during the previous week: (more…)

The Olla Town Council met Tuesday evening, November 11, for their regular monthly meeting, where members approved routine department reports and discu...

As far back as I can remember, I wanted to be a writer. My maternal grandmother wrote poems and would read one at the family gathering. I don’t know i...

Thanksgiving is much more than a big meal with family and friends. It’s a time to reflect on, and be thankful for, all of the good things you have. It...