Jena couple honored as state’s top ten longest-married couples

Burl and Mary (Martin) Clark of Jena were honored by Governor John Bel Edwards and Louisiana Family Forum as one of the 2023 Top Ten Longest Married Couples in the state of Louisiana. The Clarks will celebrate their 77th wedding anniversary on March 10. They received a king cake and proclamation from Governor John Bel Edwards recognizing their lifetime of dedication to one another. (See story and more photos inside this edition.)

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March 7, 2023

Each February, Louisiana Family Forum (LFF) honors Louisiana’s longest-known married couples as an effort to encourage healthy marriages, build stronger cultural support for the institution of marriage, and remind Louisiana that lifelong marriage benefits everyone.

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OLLA CELEBRATES ANOTHER MILESTONE

By Craig Franklin Editor

June 17, 2026

Ribbon cutting held marking another high-speed internet project completion for LaSalle Local and state officials gathered at the Olla Town Square Thur...

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Matthew Bullard announces School Board candidacy

June 17, 2026

Matthew Bullard of Urania officially made his announcement to seek the District 3 seat of the LaSalle Parish School Board during the November 3, 2026,...

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BUDDY BALL OF OLLA

By Craig Franklin Editor

June 17, 2026

Everyone plays - Everyone wins! It was a hot day Saturday, May 30 but the heat did not stop the fun for 11 youngsters from LaSalle and Winn parishes a...

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Many open seats in various elected positions

By Craig Franklin Editor

June 17, 2026

- Special Informative Opinion Piece - Qualifying for the November 3 election is less than two months away (August 5-7) and there are many open seats t...

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Early voting continues

Staff Report

June 17, 2026

Early Voting for the June 27 Second Party Primary Election continues this week set to end on Saturday, June 20. Those wishing to participate in Early ...

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Police Jury handles routing business

By Craig Franklin Editor

June 17, 2026

Members of the LaSalle Parish Police Jury have been handling the parish’s business the past two months with continual efficiency as management of the ...