Jena Giants win tight one at Winnfield 28-26

Jenaâs Jeffery Neal (7) dives in the backfield to stop a Winnfield player during the Giantsâ thrilling 28-26 win last Friday night in Winnfield. The Giants will host a first-round playoff game this Friday night in Jena.

Sports

November 9, 2021

The Jena Giants finished up the regular season this past Friday night. The Giants traveled to Winnfield to take on the Tigers in another matchup of the 84 War. It’s been a few years since these two teams have played but it used to be one of the area’s best rivalries.

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Early Voting Continues

By Craig Franklin Editor

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Steve Kendrick announces candidacy for LaSalle DA

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LGH audit shows substantial improvements

By Craig Franklin Editor

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LWF hosts 60th Awards Banquet

Submitted Article

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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

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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...

Arrests, News

LaSalle Arrests

Submitted Article

May 6, 2026

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