Governor declares state of emergency

Gov. Jeff Landry declared a state of emergency last Thursday to suspend congressional elections in Louisiana until after lawmakers draw new district maps. PHOTO CREDIT: John Balance/The Advocate

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By Sheridan White, Courtney Bell and Avery White on May 6, 2026

LSU Manship School News Service Gracie Thomas and Izzy Wollfarth contributing reporters

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Early Voting Continues

By Craig Franklin Editor

May 6, 2026

U.S. House election canceled Early voting for the May 16 Closed Party Primary Election began last Saturday, May 2, and will continue until this Saturd...

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Catahoula Parish Arrest Report

May 6, 2026

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the Catahoula Parish Jail during the last week: (more…)

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Steve Kendrick announces candidacy for LaSalle DA

May 6, 2026

Steve Kendrick of Jena officially announced his candidacy for LaSalle Parish District Attorney for the election to be held on November 3, 2026. Kendri...

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LGH audit shows substantial improvements

By Craig Franklin Editor

May 6, 2026

The LaSalle Parish Hospital Service District No. 2, comprised of La-Salle General Hospital and LaSalle Nursing Home), was presented their 2024-2025 au...

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Newspaper Office Closed Friday

Staff Report

May 6, 2026

The Jena Times Olla-Tullos-Urania Signal newspaper office will be closed Friday, May 8, as the staff attends the Louisiana Press Association’s (LPA) a...

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LaSalle Arrests

Submitted Article

May 6, 2026

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the LaSalle Parish Jail during the previous week: (more…)