Local youth attains rank of Eagle Scout

New Eagle Scout James Sanders is shown with his grandparents, James and Nancie Corley, at left, and his mother, Cindy Sanders. James made Eagle Scout Rank in Feburary 2020, but due to Covid and other issues, celebration of his achievement was pushed to June of this year.

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August 23, 2021

James Sanders, the 17-year old son of Cindy Corley Sanders, grandson of Nancie and James Corley, and a member of Boy Scout Troop 14, was recently honored with an Eagle Court of Honor to celebrate his attaining the rank of Eagle.

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Early Voting Continues

By Craig Franklin Editor

May 6, 2026

U.S. House election canceled Early voting for the May 16 Closed Party Primary Election began last Saturday, May 2, and will continue until this Saturd...

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Steve Kendrick announces candidacy for LaSalle DA

May 6, 2026

Steve Kendrick of Jena officially announced his candidacy for LaSalle Parish District Attorney for the election to be held on November 3, 2026. Kendri...

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LGH audit shows substantial improvements

By Craig Franklin Editor

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The LaSalle Parish Hospital Service District No. 2, comprised of La-Salle General Hospital and LaSalle Nursing Home), was presented their 2024-2025 au...

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LWF hosts 60th Awards Banquet

Submitted Article

May 6, 2026

Louisiana Wildlife Federation (LWF) hosted its 60th Annual Conservation Achievement Awards on Saturday, April 11 at Juban’s Restaurant in Baton Rouge,...

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Newspaper Office Closed Friday

Staff Report

May 6, 2026

The Jena Times Olla-Tullos-Urania Signal newspaper office will be closed Friday, May 8, as the staff attends the Louisiana Press Association’s (LPA) a...

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LaSalle Arrests

Submitted Article

May 6, 2026

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