Accepting applications for committee to improve curriculumThe Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) is launching a formal review of the state’s K–12 physical education student standards, aiming to strengthen the role of physical fitness in promoting lifelong health and student success. The Louisi...

The Town of Jena has long been central to the success of all of LaSalle Parish. As the parish seat, the work that is accomplished inside and surrounding its city limits illuminates light to the outer reaches of the parish in helping to promote growth for everyone. Jena Mayor LaDawn C. Edwards, who f...

The Town of Olla’s motto, “Small Town, Big Heart,” is reference to the hospitality and generosity of its citizens. That motto is proven every year, from celebrating achievements at local schools to mourning the loss of beloved citizens, Olla is a place where people come first. “Our town has people w...

Part 3 of 3: District 20 Rep. Neil Riser (EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the third of a three-part series featuring LaSalle Parish’s State Legislative Delegat...

Four locals have joined together under one mission: bring a skatepark to Jena. Hailey Lovasz, Daniel Aymond, Jeremy Smith and David Nealy form a small...

Womack & Sons Construction Group was awarded the contract for Olla’s new wastewater treatment plant as the Olla Town Council unanimously voted to acce...