Local author Brandi Joiner held a special book signing event at the LaSalle Parish Library in Jena Saturday, October 18, for her new book entitled, “Crowned With Calling.” The 30-day devotional book is for women whose heart is broken but whose spirit is still whispering, “There has to be more.” The ...

The Louisiana Department of Insurance (LDI) is reminding Medicare beneficiaries to carefully review their coverage and make necessary changes during the annual Open Enrollment Period.Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, which runs October 15 through December 7, gives Louisianans an opportunity to expl...

Just in time for fall, students at Jena Elementary School participated in a Pumpkin Book Character Contest, where students and their families created a favorite character from a book using pumpkins. JES staff noted this exciting activity was a fun way for students and their families to be involved i...

Members of the LaSalle Parish School Board are taking a hard look at the system’s finances as they search for ways to save money in the face of findin...

LaSalle Parish teachers and support staff will receive a mostly state funded bonus in their checks this month as the School Board approved the one-tim...

Jena High School will observe its 2025 homecoming this Friday, October 17, 2025, with a full day of activities, according to Principal Adam Powell. Fr...