Jena approved for road reconstruction funds

Roadwork nearby and in front of LaSalle High School and the LaSalle Parish Library-Olla Branch was completed last week by the LaSalle Parish Police Jury. The LaSalle Parish School Board extended that work this week by tying in the newly paved road with a new parking lot constructed in front of the school and gymnasium in preparation for the upcoming school year.

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July 19, 2022

Town of Jena Mayor LaDawn Edwards announced that the town was approved for $786,962.00 to reconstruct residential roadways in two target areas through the 2022 Louisiana Community Development Block Grant (LCDBG) Public Facilities application.

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Dr. Kenneth P. Mauterer Outpatient Center – Ribbon Cutting/Open House Held

Ribbon Cutting/Open House Held

By Craig Franklin Editor

March 12, 2025

A large crowd was on hand Thursday afternoon, March 6, as Hardtner Medical Center (HMC) held ribbon cutting ceremonies and open house for their newest...

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Early Voting Begins Sat., March 15

By Craig Franklin Editor

March 12, 2025

Early Voting for the March 29 election will begin Saturday, March 15 and continue until next Saturday, March 22, according to LaSalle Parish Registrar...

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2025-2026 School Calendar Approved

By Craig Franklin Editor

March 12, 2025

The LaSalle Parish School Board approved the 2025-2026 school year calendar during their regular meeting held March 4. Once again, the school year wil...

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School System Hires Firm To Study Salaries

Will provide a true picture of salaries compared to other districts

By Craig Franklin Editor

March 12, 2025

When LaSalle Superintendent Jon Garrett was campaigning for the LaSalle Parish School Board’s one-cent sales tax proposition in 2023, he said he did h...

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Jena’s Major Water Project 70% Complete

By Craig Franklin Editor

March 12, 2025

The Jena Town Council learned that their major water project is 70% complete during the Council’s monthly meeting held March 3 at the Jena Town Hall. ...

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LaSalle Arrests

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March 12, 2025

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the LaSalle Parish Jail during the previous week: Ashley L. Aycock, 37, of Olla, was arrested ...