Family and friends of some 25-parish youth were transported into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss last Friday, June 13, as a special performance of “Seussical Jr.” was presented at the Jena High School auditorium. For two weeks prior, the students, in grades 5-8, took part in the #thrive Arts Camp, ...

Another protest was held at the Central Louisiana ICE Processing Center in Jena last week, as a caravan of a national interfaith coalition gave speeches and offering prayers in various religious faiths Friday, June 13 around 11 a.m. Entitled the “Freedom Ride in Defense of Democratic Rights,” around...

Louisiana-proud author, illustrator and musician Johnette Downing was at the Jena and Olla libraries as the LaSalle Parish Library’s Summer Reading Program continued last Friday. The New Orleans native is a long-time guest of the local library, and with each visit serves up a soulful array of songs,...

Six hundred twenty-seven Northwestern State University students were named to the Honor List for the Spring 2025 semester. Students on the Honor List ...

Housing instability is a growing concern across the United States, with many communities facing risks from natural disasters and financial hardship. T...

A total of 248 Centenary students have been named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2025. The honor list names all students who have achieved a grade poin...