Parents issue warning about keeping electronics out of beds Around 5 a.m., Sunday, October 19, Jena residents Chris Johnson and Lauren Morrow woke to a sound no parent ever wants to hear – the terrified screams of two of their children. “The boys were yelling that someone was in the house, but when ...

Various Halloween events will take place this week as the parish uses the time to provide activities along with many “treats” for area children. The two largest events will take place in Jena and Tullos as the annual Trunk-or-Treats will be held in both towns Thursday and Friday nights, respectively...

The Legislature faces tight deadlines this week to keep food assistance flowing to 17% of the state’s residents and to adjust next spring’s election timetable. The Louisiana House has approved an urgent request to repurpose $150 million by Friday to cover SNAP benefits for nearly 800,000 residents. ...

The following individuals were arrested and booked into the LaSalle Parish Jail during the previous week: Aubrey Weatherford, 65, of Winnfield, was ar...

The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) approved policy changes today that will reduce the number of high school state assess...

LaSalle 4-H members turned out with dishes in hand for the Fall Cookery Contest held October 14, 2025, at the 4-H Office in Jena. Members showcased th...