Memories of the “Mouth of Mississippi”

Things that are special to me

Sports

September 7, 2022

I just read on Facebook that August 24 marks the anniversary of the death of Mississippi comedian, Jerry Clower. He died 24 years ago at the age of 72. Clower was born in Liberty, MS and after a two-year stint in the Navy during World War II, he studied and played football at Mississippi State and after graduating, he worked for a county agent and later as a fertilizer salesman for Mississippi Chemical.

Honor Roll

Temple Christian Academy

April 1, 2026

Honor roll students for the 2025-2026 third nine weeks grading period at Temple Christian Academy have been announced by Principal Tamara Roberts, as ...

News, Photo Gallery

Special Olympics

April 1, 2026

The annual LaSalle Parish Special Olympics were held last Friday, March 27, at Jena High School’s football stadium and featured Olympians from parish ...

Columns/Opinions

“A Line of Truth”

The Season of Growth

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

April 1, 2026

When I was small, I always heard “April showers bring May flowers.” This year it has been February showers has brought March flowers. The truth is we ...

News

The REAL meaning of Easter

By: GotQuestions.org

April 1, 2026

Easter is the annual celebration of Christ’s resurrection to life after His crucifixion and death. The day is also called Resurrection Sunday. The wor...

News, Sports

First-ever regional golf tournament Monday

By Craig Franklin Editor

April 1, 2026

For the first time in Jena High School golf history, a regional golf tournament will be played in LaSalle Parish at the LaSalle Golf & Country Club in...

News

Murder trial postponed a third time

By Craig Franklin Editor

April 1, 2026

The murder trial for an Olla man charged with the murder of his wife was delayed for the third time last week as another issue with a juror caused the...