“Give me liberty or give me death.” This famous statement by Patrick Henry during our war for independence has always been a part of our history. It cannot be understated how much the odds were against the colonists. After all, the British army was massive and well equipped. Against all odds, and at...

When Kay and I were dating, a snake may have figured into her decision to marry me. She and daughter, Melissa were visiting me in my mobile home when she looked out the window and there was a big snake in the yard. Summoning me, I reached in the closet, picked up my .22 rifle, opened the window and...

The LaSalle Parish Sheriff’s Office (LPSO) held official ribbon cutting ceremonies and a grand opening event at the new LPSO Olla Office Wednesday, July 5. Olla Mayor Rhonda Elliott had the honor of cutting the ribbon as Sheriff Scott Franklin stood beside her, along with many other department membe...

In a world that is dominated by digital and internet communications, it would surprise many to learn that there is an alternative means of communicati...

Ingredients: 2 Cans cresent rolls 2 Blocks cream cheese softened 1 Cup sugar 1 Tsp vanilla About 2 cups blueberries Directions: 1. Preheat oven 350 & ...

During the second week of summer camps at the Centennial Cultural Center in Olla, kids from Olla, Jena, Georgetown, Monroe and Texas had the chance t...