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250th Anniversary of Declaration of Independence Not since 1976 has so much effort been put into a July 4th event in LaSalle Parish; but this year’s 2...

July 1, 2026

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Letlow, Davis win runoffs – Face Nov. 3 showdown

Fifth Congressional U.S. House of Representatives Congresswoman Julia Letlow looks to be poised to move chambers as she advanced past Louisiana Treasu...

July 1, 2026

Catahoula News, News

Jonesville woman acquitted of murder in Harrisonburg

A Catahoula Parish jury found a Jonesville woman not guilty of second-degree murder Friday, June 26, in Harrisonburg, but convicted her of obstruction...

July 1, 2026

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Cliff Williams Memorial Foundation grants over $100K to LaSalle Schools

Submitted Article

July 1, 2026

The Cliff Williams Memorial Foundation recently funded $103,338.36 to teachers and schools in LaSalle Parish for the past school year, 2025-26, with a...

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LDWF agents cite two men for turkey hunting violations

Submitted Article

July 1, 2026

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) enforcement agents cited two subjects on June 19 for their alleged roles in violating turkey hun...

Arrests, Catahoula News...

Catahoula Arrests

Submitted Article

July 1, 2026

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

Arrests, News

LaSalle Arrests

Submitted Article

July 1, 2026

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

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Bard of the Bayou brings sing-alongs to the LaSalle Libraries

By Kayley McCarty Staff Intern

July 1, 2026

Last Friday, LaSalle Parish’s Summer Reading Program hosted Johnette Downing. Downing is a Louisiana-proud author, illustrator, and musician. Known by...

Catahoula News, News

25 Years Ago in Catahoula

July 1, 2026

Back in 2001, Coy Book grew one of the largest tomato crops and biggest tomatoes in recent history. His tomato plants grew over 10 feet tall producing...

Catahoula News, News

Senator Womack announces major funding for roads at Catahoula Parish Police Jury

By Craig Franklin Editor

July 1, 2026

Also suggests the establishment of economic development board District 32 State Senator Glen Womack spoke at the Catahoula Parish Police Jury’s meetin...

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America at 250: A History of Independence Jubilees

By Sean Allison www.historycollection.com

July 1, 2026

On a summer morning in Philadelphia, a single sheet of parchment changed the world — or at least announced that it intended to. Two hundred and fifty ...

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Local pastor delivers sermon: “America” The Greatness, God & Guilt of the USA

BY REVEREND BUDDY WILLIS Pastor, Summerville Baptist Church

July 1, 2026

(EDITOR’S NOTE: Summerville Baptist Church Pastor Buddy Willis, who has contributed to this newspaper many times throughout the years, submitted his S...

Sports

More state honors for softball/baseball players

Staff Report

June 17, 2026

LSWA & LSCA announces All-State teams Two more state organizations recently released their All-State teams for high school softball and baseball teams...

Sports

LaSalle Riding Club members excel at State Finals

Staff Report

June 10, 2026

Members of the LaSalle Riding Club represented the area well during the recent Louisiana Jr. High School and High School Rodeo Association’s State Fin...

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Jena High School Athletic Banquet

Staff Report

June 3, 2026

Awards Distributed to Jena High student-athletes It was a packed house at the Jena Community Center May 14 as the annual Jena High School Athletic Ban...

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LaSalle High School Athletic Banquet

Staff Report

June 3, 2026

Awards distributed to LaSalle High student-athletes A large crowd gathered at the LaSalle High School Auditorium on May 21 as the annual LaSalle High ...

Sports

Saddle Up!

Staff Report

May 27, 2026

It’s State Finals Time Twelve members of the LaSalle Riding Club have qualified for the Louisiana High School Rodeo Association State Finals and will ...

Sports

Archery Teams Rank High at Nationals

Staff Report

May 27, 2026

The Good Pine Middle School Archery Team, along with two Jena Junior High School archers, competed in the National Archery Tournament in Louisville, K...

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Two Jena athletes to play at next level

Staff Report

May 20, 2026

Two Jena High School athletes signed their letters of intent to play softball and baseball at the next level during a signing ceremony held May 13 at ...

Sports

Jena & LaSalle dominate All-District teams

Staff Report

May 13, 2026

The Jena Lady Giants and LaSalle Lady Tigers, both district champions in their respective classifications, dominated the All-District team selections ...

Sports

Three parish athletes shine at state track

Staff Report

May 13, 2026

Three LaSalle Parish student-athletes shined bright at the LHSAA State Track Meet last week, despite raining conditions at the LSU Outdoor Track Stadi...

Columns/Opinions, Editorial

“A Line of Truth”

Put Your Oxygen On

By: Rev. Randy Ray Sponsored By: JENA PHARMACY Brandon Poole, Pharm D

July 1, 2026

I arrived at my destination and walked to the elevator. Once inside the elevator I punched the button for the third floor – the top. As I stepped off ...

Columns/Opinions, Editorial

Craig Franklin:

America is still worth fighting for

By Craig Franklin Editor

July 1, 2026

Two hundred and fifty years ago, a group of men put their signatures on a document that changed the world. They were not perfect men. The nation they ...

Columns/Opinions, Editorial

Royal Alexander:

The American Miracle of Freedom

By Royal Alexander Attorney / Contributing Writer

July 1, 2026

I addressed America’s 250th Anniversary a couple of weeks ago but given its momentous nature and historic significance, I thought I would more fully d...

Obituaries

Jake Toler

July 1, 2026

“Jake” John David Toler, 82, of Jena, passed from this life on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 27, 202...

Obituaries

LaDelle Sandifer

July 1, 2026

Benjamin LaDelle Sandifer, 97, of Jonesville, passed from this life on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Jonesville. Services were held at 2 p.m., Thursday, ...

Obituaries

Cindy Deville

July 1, 2026

Cindy Eubanks Deville, 63, of Pineville, passed from this life on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at her home. Memorial services were held at 5 p.m., Tuesday...

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LPSO holds inaugural Camp 911

Staff Report

June 24, 2026

The LaSalle Parish Sheriff’s Office hosted its first-ever Camp 911 last week, a three-day youth summer camp designed to introduce local teenagers to c...

Catahoula News, News...

Jonesville Celebrates Juneteenth

Staff Report

June 24, 2026

Despite the weather, Jonesville Mayor Loria Hollins noted the town’s annual Juneteenth celebration was a great success. The mayor posted her comments ...

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OLLA CELEBRATES ANOTHER MILESTONE

By Craig Franklin Editor

June 17, 2026

Ribbon cutting held marking another high-speed internet project completion for LaSalle Local and state officials gathered at the Olla Town Square Thur...