ASIST training to be held Oct. 5-6 in Olla

Third and fourth grade campers with the Jena High Spirit Camp cheer during a pre-game show of the Jena vs Winnfield game last Thursday night. The JHS Cheerleaders led the camp last week for Pre-K to fifth grades at the JHS Guy Campbell Gymnasium. The campers not only learned cheers but also participated in events such as Tickled Pink Tuesday and Black & Gold Day on Wednesday, where they visited with the JHS mascot, Big G. (See more photos inside this edition.)

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September 27, 2022

Learn the skills. Help save a life. That’s what ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) focuses on with its suicide prevention measures for anyone ages 16 and older to utilize in a given situation.

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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...