Ukraine?! What about America?

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May 10, 2022

I don’t know about you good folks, but I am way past the point of waiting to see republicans unleash a red wave on the demonrats in November. I want those spineless so and so’s in Congress to get off their keisters NOW and DO SOMETHING to protect this country and the taxpayers that provide the kitty for monies spent.

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NEW CATAHOULA SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT

By Kimberly Franklin Staff Reporter

August 19, 2026

The Catahoula Parish School Board voted Tuesday night, Aug. 11, to name Cari Ann Nicholson as the parish’s next school superintendent, following nearl...

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How NOT playing a football game united a parish

By Craig Franklin Editor

August 19, 2026

For as long as anyone can remember, the 15-mile drive between Jena and Olla told the whole story. Two towns. Two schools. Two football teams. And a ri...

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Police Jury discusses one-cent sales tax

By Craig Franklin Editor

August 19, 2026

The LaSalle Parish Police Jury fielded extensive public questions Aug. 10 about a proposed one cent sales tax that will appear on the Dec. 12 election...

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Dixie Center renovations finally underway

By Craig Franklin Editor

August 19, 2026

After years of delays tied to insurance disputes, labor shortages and storm damage, renovation work has finally begun at Olla’s Dixie Center, Mayor Rh...

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Brian Allison announces for Jena Council seat

August 19, 2026

Brian Allison of Jena has announced his candidacy for Alderman for the Town of Jena during the November 3, 2026, election. Allison, a lifelong residen...

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Russell Dorton seeks Jena Town Council position

August 19, 2026

Russell Dorton of Jena has announced his candidacy for Alderman for the Town of Jena during the November 3, 2026, election. Dorton, a teacher and coac...