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By Melissa Stroud Staff Reporter on March 18, 2026

Community Events

2026 Man Up Event

This year’s annual Man Up Event will be held on Thursday, March 19th at 6:00 p.m. All men of all denominations are welcome to attend for a meal and worship at the Jena Community Center. Rubin Weaver will be the special guest speaker.

LEDD Community Meeting

The LaSalle Economic Development District is applying for a National Register District of Historic Places in downtown Jena, and will be holding a meeting on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 10 a.m. in order to inform the community...

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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 ...