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...

Serves 6 Ingredients: 1⁄2 cup dried currants 1 cup hot water 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (from 17.3-ounce package), room temperature 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest 1⁄2 cup finely chopped walnuts 1⁄2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 tablespoon ...

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...

Everybody has a story, and the lovely and amazing Ms. Faye Monson is no exception - except that she is exceptional! She has spent a lifetime making th...