The LaSalle Parish Police Jury held a short meeting December 8 where routine business was approved in their final meeting of 2025. The meeting began with a public hearing to receive public comments regarding the Jury’s proposed 2026 budget and setting a 25 MPH speed limit on Kirby Lane in District 4...

The Centennial Cultural Center’s annual Community Christmas Singing was held Monday, December 1, at the center in Olla. Many local and talented singers led in Christmas songs during the event, which also featured R.V. Couch sharing a recitation of the “Christmas Guest” as Grandpa Jones. Along with s...

LifeShare Blood Center is calling on community heroes to step forward during one of the most challenging times of the year for the blood supply.From December 15–24, anyone who donates blood, platelets, or plasma at any LifeShare location or mobile drive will receive a long-sleeve LifeShare Donor shi...

Jena Giants to play for State Championship For the first time in Jena High School history, the Jena Giants football team will be playing for a state c...

Town of Jena agrees to 10-year payment for new meters The Jena Town Council approved a financial plan to pay off new electronic water and gas meters d...

Math and biology teachers in LaSalle Parish will no longer be required to be certified in their subject to receive a $5,000 stipend. The change in the...