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Last year 2023, I was excited to launch my first Racial Healing conversation with leaders and professionals from the community. This groundbreaking conversation was so well-received that I got phone calls from across the city, and several leaders and businesses said they heard about the event. I returned to the drawing board to lay out a full curriculum and conversation guide to continue this work. I am so excited to share that our first Racial Healing conversation of 2024 will kick off on...
Election 2024 early voting will take place March 9, 2024 - March 16, 2024, excluding Sunday. Voting hours are 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. The early voting locations are the Registrar of Voters Community Room at 1650 DeSiard St. in Monroe, LA, and the West Ouachita Sr. Center at 1800 N 7th St. in West Monroe, LA. The election vote is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024, which includes the presidential preference primary election, Monroe mayor and city council, and Richwood mayor and board of aldermen. The deadline to register to vote, make changes...
When Lorethie "Loe" Dunn was selected for the position of Campus Director in Region 8 of Louisiana Delta Community College, located in Bastrop, LA, she became the first African-American to hold that position. Dunn received high praise from the person who selected her, but some did not appear to show the same enthusiasm for her. Allegedly, after the selection, Dunn noted an interesting occurrence - not one of the other Regional Directors, whose job was to select a new Campus Director, offered...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Black teens and young adults are facing alarming rates of mortality, seemingly ignored by elected leaders. Despite funds allocated at the state level to address this issue, local municipalities often divert these funds elsewhere, neglecting the urgent needs of young Black individuals. Awareness of the funding appears to have lapsed while Black youth and young adults continue to perish from gun violence. The whereabouts and actions of our local leaders in addressing this crisis...
The community, along with family and friends, mourns the passing of the esteemed individual, Deacon Ricky Banks. Deacon Ricky Banks, aged 72, ascended to glory on Saturday, February 3, 2024. He dedicated his life to serving both his church as a Deacon and his community in Corrections Enforcement. A native of Monroe, LA, he received his education from the Monroe City School System. Mr. Banks devoted 44 years to Corrections, progressing from the role of Sergeant to Deputy Executive Director. Mr....
Oretha A. Richardson was born on September 6, 1932, and transitioned to Glory on January 29, 2024. Born in Mangham, LA, Oretha was a graduate of Alto High School and Grambling State University. She earned her master's degree from Northeast Louisiana University (NLU), now ULM. Oretha dedicated 35 years of service as a teacher in the Ouachita Parish School System before retiring. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 11:00 AM at New Saint James Missionary Baptist Church...
Alpha March 14, 1928 Omega February 1, 2024 Sister Fannie Smith Reed was the only child born to the union of James Smith, Jr. and Ruth Daniels Smith on March 14, 1928, in Collinston, LA. In her early years, the family relocated to Monroe, LA where she resided for most of her life until her health declined. During her decline, she was cared for in south Louisiana by her granddaughter, Tracy Auzenne (Michael), until she was called home by God, who opened His arms and welcomed her soul to eternal...
St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe LA honored servants Pastor Alonzo and First Lady Shelia Clark on Sunday January 28, 2024. Guest speakers' morning was Pastor Richard Wilson lll St. James Baptist Church Sterlington LA and Pastor Auburn Robinson Triedstone and Union Baptist Churches. Pastor Clark leads his congregation by teaching God's Word while living life by reflecting what thus says the Lord. He cares for others deeply while lifting them in prayer when others face misfortunes. Members and...
Carroll High School in Monroe LA celebrated its Seniors 2024 during its Senior Night, on Friday, February 2, 2024. Girls and boys Senior basketball players were recognized along with Senior cheerleaders....
I am one person that cringes during election time. I cringe, because I abhor all of the well-dressed lies, that hide the naked and shameful truth. I cringe because I get tired of the poor and ignorant being deceived and taken advantage of. I didn’t understand why my dad was so involved in educating the people politically, until I really paid attention one year, to the condition of the city and the negative impact on the poor and disadvantaged. Those who are uneducated or misinformed, often c...
Little Flower Academy/Catholic Church in Monroe, LA, holds a cherished place in the hearts of those who attended from 1940 to 1968. The institution provided students, from kindergarten to high school, with an exceptional learning environment rooted in Franciscan values and investment in the Black community. Here, students received a holistic education encompassing discipline, values, sportsmanship, and the Catholic faith. At Little Flower, basketball reigned supreme as the sole competitive...
United War of Northeast Louisiana held a ribbon cutting and open house for their recently renovated office at 1201 Hudson Lane in Monroe LA on Tuesday February 6, 2024. Hundreds gathered as the United Way Building was dedicated to United Way President Janet Durdan for her four decades of service. Photo United Way- United Way Ribbon Cutting included resident Janet Durdan, Staff, board members, Monroe City Schools' Co-Superintendent, community partners and donors. Jump page Photo United Way...
It has been appointed to men once to die. After this the judgement (Hebrews 9:27). No one can keep his soul alive. Those who have clean hands, a pure heart, and have not lived deceitfully, shall receive blessings from the Lord Our God. We must serve God with fear and rejoice with trembling, because God's Law is perfect. Furthermore, his Commandments are pure and holy. God's Commandments brings great rewards and everlasting life to those that trust him. Our body shall return to the earth from where it came, and the spirit shall return back to...
The bodies of three American soldiers killed in an attack at a military base in Jordan had barely landed back home At Dover AFB, as Republicans in Washington almost immediately began to criticize President Joe Biden. Even as President Biden performed the solemn duty of being present when the deceased soldiers in flag-draped coffins were taken off military aircraft, the saber-rattlers were criticizing Biden for not striking back quickly enough. Even as Biden watched the coffins pass him and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden with their hands across...
My mammy, is never happy, until the first of the month My pappy’s, head is nappy, and he always gets drunk My brother, stays in trouble, with the local P.D. My sister, how I miss her, because she lives in the street My doctor, couldn’t stop her, when she cried from the pain My preacher, couldn’t reach her, with his clout down the drain. I had a dream, I grew some wings, and like a bird I could fly I think I need, a trampoline, so I can touch the sky My veins, are full of cocaine, and I still ain’t high Ain’t no wonder, I need an onion, so...
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)put on their roadshow in Monroe LA on Tuesday February 6, 2024 at Abe E. Pierce conference Hall, informing people of the various road and other projects underway, and the State leaders from DODT and state/local/were on hand to listen to the concerns on state projects that affect their way of life. A major concern of those who attended the event was about the timeframe of when projects would begin in their area. Citizens questioned...
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink. Great food! Great service at reasonable prices. Three Monroe locations: Now Save #1 4399, Hwy 165 South, 318-737-7873; Tiger Market Café, 1800 Forsythe Ave, Suite 1, 318-325-4000; Now Save #8 Winnsboro Rd., Now Save # 5, Hwy 165 South and Hadley St. Ms. Edna and staff ~ Serving up LOVE every day! Edna’s cooking features $6.99 breakfas...
An evening to remember unfolded as Vickki and James "Shack" Harris graciously hosted dinner for family and friends prior to the dedication of Grambling State University football field to Harris Williams Football Field at Eddie G. Robinson Stadium, Grambling State University, in Grambling, LA. Held at a local restaurant in Monroe, LA, "Dinner with Shack" saw many friends from Bryant's Addition in attendance, all gathering to honor the legacy of James "Shack" Harris, NFL's first Black Starting...
Dear Community Partners, Faze Two, Inc., is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Monroe Louisiana. Our founder, Coach Davey Mays, established this organization in May 2023 to do something about the ever-increasing problem our young people are facing in the streets and neighborhoods on the southside of Monroe. As he saw the consistent downfall of the youth in his community, instead of just being a bystander, Coach Mays began working to mold the lives of disadvantaged youth and young adults...
Carroll High School in Monroe, LA, has always been a beacon of hope in our community. Established in 1953, its legacy in academics, athletics, music, and STEM was shaped by its first principal, the legendary Morris Henry Carroll. He instilled a culture of excellence in students, inspiring them to realize their potential. The spirit of the Carroll mystic, as set by Carroll himself, still resonates in the hearts of those who experienced its glory then and now. This enduring legacy is why we...
APRIL 11 – APRIL 14, 2024 Package Includes: Hotel accommodations for Thursday – Saturday nights at the DRURY INN- Marietta, GA (Hotel rooms are double occupancy) Free Breakfast-Evening Snacks Free Drinks (Happy Hour) Charter bus services provided to the following attractions: Martin Luther King Museum; Stone Mountain, Georgia Aquarium, Coca-Cola museum, CNN building, shopping, ATL Botanical Garden and more. Admissions to attractions not included in package. This Package is ONLY: $395.00 per person (Double Occupancy) deposit of $95.00 due by...
May the joy that you have spread in the past come back to you on this day. Wishing you a very happy birthday!" "Happy birthday Fredrick McHenry! Hoping all your birthday wishes and dreams come true. Happy 80th! Love wife Amanda, daughter Nikki, big brother & wife Carl & Amanda Robinson, Dr. James, Patricia, Barbara & Sharon K....
