While other states around the country boast of early changes of colors and explosive autumn leaves, the face of fall in Louisiana is beautifully brief and to the point. Cooler weather in the deep South particularly in Central Louisiana - is fickle and comes and goes, and the tree palate is just as m...

Incredibly, there was a time in this nation when mail service was not as we know and are accustomed to today — before men and women who serve as mail carriers braved rain, shine, sleet or snow to make certain that the mail was safely delivered to rural citizens. Few remember those days. Even fewer f...

JENA • Senior Citizens’ Supper – Friday, Dec. 1 at First Baptist Church in Jena; Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Event begins at 6:00 p.m. • Jena Christmas Parade – Friday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. OLLA • Senior Citizens’ Dinner – Thursday, Dec. 7 at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Olla; Menu: a traditional turke...

COMMUNITY EVENTS L & A Christmas Banquet You are invited to attend L & A’s Second Inaugural Christmas Banquet on Saturday, December 2, 2023. The event...

The Town & Country Garden Club met at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 14, in Palmer Hall of Nolley Methodist Church in Jena.Present were: President Donna...

Recipe of the Week: Holiday Turkey Ingredients: 1 fresh turkey, about 15 pounds, preferably free-range 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 quart apple cider 2 te...