In an unusual turn of events, four LaSalle Parish town mayors will not be seeking re-election for office this November resulting in city hall transitions across the parish. The local municipalities of Jena, Olla, Tullos and Urania will collectively experience the end of an era, as current mayors con...

September and October are the months each fall when thousands of beautiful hummingbirds across certain parts of North America — including those in Louisiana — begin their annual migration to Mexico and Central America in search of a warmer climate. Following the same routes as their ancestors, local...

Butterfly Wings and Web Weavers The heat of summer is at its peak, and most landscapes are struggling to keep up. Flowers and shrubs need daily watering, trees are already shedding leaves due to lack of rain, and insects and animals rely on natural water sources for a cool drink. There are, however,...

While the social fabric of LaSalle Parish and its citizens has evolved over the years, local eateries, diners and such have always been front and cent...

The Legend of Sammy Jones Franklin, a compilation of reflections and writings from the life and pen of the late Jena Times Publisher/Editor Sammy Fran...

This September will mark the 3rd year that Stacy has consistently resided on site at the Almost Home Ministry campus. After completing the program and...