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Jena Native Member of ULM National Champion Cheerleaders

Staff Report

April 22, 2026

The University of Louisiana Monroe Cheerleading team has claimed its 6th National Championship, taking home first place in the Small Co-Ed Traditional...

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The Road to Sulphur Goes Through LaSalle Parish

By: Craig Franklin

April 22, 2026

The road to Sulphur for the state softball championship tournament travels through LaSalle Parish as the top teams in Division III and Division IV Non...

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Community Events

April 22, 2026

Hair Cemetery Donations Donations are now being accepted for the upkeep of the Hair Cemetery. If you have a reserved plot or family members buried the...

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Giants’ bats are red hot in playoffs

By Austin Whatley Sports Writer

April 22, 2026

The Jena Giants finished up their regular season with a 16-18 record which was good enough to earn the #15 seed in the playoffs. The Giants hosted #18...

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The Pocketknife: Man’s Best Friend

By Deborah Mayo Contributing Writer

April 22, 2026

For many men (and a few women), pocketknives are a staple they can’t do without. Morning routines consist of shoving one into pants pockets to use thr...

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National Crime Victims’ Rights Week April 19-25

By Clare Wilson LPSO Victim Advocate

April 22, 2026

Victims of certain crimes are entitled to certain rights under Louisiana Crime Victim Bill of Rights: You have the right to: • Receive emergency, soci...