GEO’s Final Quarterly Luncheon Conducted - The Jena Times

Facility Administrator Shad Rice, center standing, listens as State Representative Gabe Firment speaks during the quarterly luncheon held December 11 in Jena at the Strand Theater.

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December 24, 2025

GEO’s Final Quarterly Luncheon Conducted

Officials with the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center, operated by The GEO Group, hosted its 4th quarterly luncheon meeting December 11 at the Strand Theater in Jena to provide updates on facility operations and community involvement.

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The Biblical Account of Christmas

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The Book That Won’t Bow

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It’s been #1 on the Best Seller List since its publication, and its oldest contributions are verified to be over 3,400 years old. It’s been translated...

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