High School officiating continues to rebound

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State fire officials, local chiefs address recruitment crisis at NLFA meeting

By Craig Franklin Editor

August 26, 2026

The Northeast Louisiana Firefighters Association (NLFA) held its monthly meeting Tuesday night, Aug. 18, at the Historic Strand Theater in Jena, hoste...

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New era begins for #thrive

By Morgan Tarpley Smith #thrive Program Assistant

August 26, 2026

LEDD passes baton to Sheriff’s office The Strand Village Project’s #thrive out-of-school program leadership have officially passed the baton to the La...

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LaSalle recognized by LDOE for top literacy performance

By Craig Franklin Editor

August 26, 2026

The LaSalle Parish School System was recognized by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (B...

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Donna Lindsey seeks Town of Urania Mayor

August 26, 2026

Donna Lindsey of Urania has announced her candidacy for the office of Mayor for the Town of Urania during the November 3, 2026, election. Lindsey brin...

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Stacie P. Strain announces for Urania Town Council

August 26, 2026

Stacie P. Strain of Urania officially announced her candidacy for the Urania Town Council set to be voted upon in the November 3, 2026, election. Stra...

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Jena Christmas Parade date/theme announced

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August 26, 2026

The date for the annual Jena Christmas Parade has been announced with officials noting a contingency plan in place should football playoffs warrant a ...