2025 Outstanding Louisiana Tree Farmer

Displaying one of three tree farm signs on the W.H. Ward Properties Tree Farm, from left: Keith Ward, Brianna Ward, Ann Keene and forester Joe Shively. Photo by Joe Shively.

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By Melanie Torbett Correspondent of the Louisiana Forestry Association on

September 10, 2025

2025 Outstanding Louisiana Tree Farmer

W.H. Ward Properties Inc., a group of 48 shareholders in descendants of William H. Ward, have been selected the 2025 Outstanding Louisiana Tree Farmer by the Louisiana Forestry Association.

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Discipline Problems At Parish Schools Addressed

By Craig Franklin Editor

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By Craig Franklin Editor

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By Craig Franklin Editor

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By Craig Franklin Editor

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Jena Christmas Parade Theme Announced

Grand Marshal Paul Daily

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September 10, 2025

Grand Marshal Paul Daily In three months, the annual nighttime Jena Christmas Parade will roll through downtown Jena and this year the grand marshal w...