Open House/Anniversary Celebrated for Newspaper - The Jena Times

Open House and Anniversary Celebration for The Jena Times

Many people attended an open house and anniversary celebration at The Jena Times office in Jena on October 8, marking 120 years of service to the parish.

The event was attended by state and local elected officials, industry executives, and local business owners, allowing the newspaper to express its appreciation to advertisers and supporters.

The Jena Times is the oldest continuously operated business in LaSalle Parish, founded in 1905, five years before the creation of LaSalle Parish.

“We really wanted to just hold a small event for our newspaper’s anniversary and were so blessed by the number of people who attended,”

Current owners Craig and Kim Franklin expressed their deep appreciation to all who attended and made the day special, thanking everyone who came to celebrate with them.

Author's summary: The Jena Times celebrated 120 years of service.

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