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Breaking news: There is talk circulating in the area that some big plans are in store for two main streets located in a part of Monroe's Black community. It is alleged that both Renwick St. and Louberta St. in Monroe, LA, are set to be closed at each intersecting point on 165 South. This would mean no traffic can turn off the streets, nor can cars travel across the 165 highway at the two streets through the two communities that the highway divides. Instead, it is alleged drivers will be forced...
CLOSING OUR STREETS WHILE WE SLEEP! NOT AGAIN! I am angry, and you should be also! (Check DOTD and the Ellis Administration). Word on the street is that Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) plans on closing two main go-through roads in the Black community in Monroe - Renwick Street to Hwy 165 and Louberta Street to Hwy 165 - no longer allowing two-way traffic to enter either street. The current Ellis administration is in on that decision. I have seen a lot of...
Disclaimer: All persons are innocent until proven guilty. A man sought following an incident on Dunlop St. in Monroe, LA, on January 7, 2023, was apprehended from a tip of an individual. He was wanted for his involvement in the death of another local man. Monroe Police Department (MPD) recently announced that Rickey Rogers was at a residence on Rogers St. where police believed Xavier Givens, the wanted individual, was located. Givens was not at the residence, as he is being sought after in the...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. When a crime is committed, a swift arrest is a welcome relief both for the victim and the community. Not all arrests are quickly carried out, as circumstances often can have a lot to do with an impending arrest. For one local, the arrest of her alleged attacker may have taken longer than some, but she is relieved that he is now behind bars. In December 2021, a woman was involved in a domestic altercation with someone she once lov...
Lover's Hall in downtown Monroe, LA was a romantic Valentine's Day event held Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The celebration of love featured romantic dining, dancing, and the Taylor Made Band from Bastrop, LA....
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven. A local man who was a "person of interest" following the shooting death of 45-year-old Derrick Moore has now been identified. Monroe Police Department (MPD) shared a press release on Monday, February 13, 2023, identifying Calvert J. Antoine as the alleged suspect. Antoine was allegedly involved with another suspect in Moore's death at a southside convenience store on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Antione was charged with Second Degree...
Julian M. Gray, Sr. Julian Gray, Sr. was referenced in many articles as an "Education Giant". Julian was the first minority and product of Monroe City School System, who was promoted to the position of Assistant Superintendent and Interim Superintendent. In addition, Julian was the first Carroll High School graduate to become principal of his alma mater...Morris Henry Carroll High School....
Prime Time will transfer operations to INK at the end of the school year The Office of Head Start, through the Designation Renewal System (DRS), has named Innovative Network of Knowledge to provide Head Start services within Ouachita Parish. Prime Time Inc., which has operated the program for the past six years, will continue to provide services throughout the rest of the school year. Classes will continue as normal until the scheduled last day on May 25, 2023. As of June 1, 2023, the program will be the responsibility of Innovative Network of...
River Oaks High School hosted its Senior Night recently in Monroe, LA. River Oaks basketball player Ace Senior Samonte Williams was honored along with other Senior teammates. Williams obtained the 1000 points club distinction in just three seasons at River Oaks; he also played one season at Carroll High. Upon graduation, Williams looks to attend Louisiana State University at Alexandria. Congratulations Samonte Williams!...
Church-goers of all walks converged on the grounds of the Green Grove Baptist Church on Winnsboro Road in Monroe, LA, where Rev. Chardrick Turner is pastor, for a Black History Salute on Sunday, February 12, 2023, honoring gospel music trailblazer, Mother Mildred Turner. Mother Turner, 93, has been singing gospel music since her early years, entertaining imaginary audiences on the porch of her aunt and uncle's home in Richland Parish, LA....
Henry Smith, Jr., 70, transitioned from this life on February 5, 2023 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Visitation will be held Friday, February 17, 2023 from 2pm to 5pm in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral Home, 811 Louise Anne Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana. Graveside service will be held at 11am on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Richwood Memorial Gardens, 2705 Richwood Road #2, Monroe, Louisiana. David Jackson, 20 of Monroe, LA Laborer died Tuesday February 7, 2023. Visitation: 6:00-8:00PM Friday February 17, 2023 at Greater Free Gift Baptist...
Where did you go? So creative, undeniably innovative; you are the scene, plot twist & whole show. You have obtained but didn't sustain Your place in this world. What happened to the men and women, that were once intellectual boys and girls? You set high enough standards, that everyone knows who you are. Now you've traded your birthright, settled for “lentil soup”, And lowered your bar. Your Chanel shades Are blocking your brighter days. That light of security of hope, that’s been with you always. You've abandoned your first love Your Creat...
WORD MINISTRIES Spreading the Gospel Brother James Goods, Jr. For a free weekly email transcript of the Sunday School Lesson Summary; send your email address request to [email protected] See pg 9 Annual Men's Day Program St. Rest Missionary Baptist Church on 813 St. Rest Road in Quitman LA is Sunday Feb. 19, 2023 at 10:45 am at Morning Worship Guest speaker is Brother Nathaniel A. Leonard, Jr. Director of Sports Performance at Grambling State University in Grambling, LA - Rev. James G. Leonard, Jr. Pastor-Elect and Minister Frederick...
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 breakfast an...
The University of Louisiana Monroe Cultural Diversity Council and the Office of International Student Programs and Cultural Affairs present “A Black History Program” at 10 AM on Friday, February 24, at Bayou Pointe Event Center. The program will feature keynote speaker, Dr. Stephen Peters. Peters has spent 37 plus years in the education realm as a classroom teacher, assistant principal, principal, director of secondary education, and superintendent. Most of his experiences have been in schools with significant, quick growth, resulting in both n...
Monroe Housing Authority’s Youth Empowering Youth Program’s Black History Program. Join us Saturday February 18, 2023 at 11am at Henrietta Johnson community Center 2800 Berg Jones Ln. in Monroe LA....
There is an adage that states, “You never know where you are going unless you know where you have been.” In the spirit of Black history month, the Monroe Dispatch will highlight stories and the history of Blacks that are not commonly known. The end of the civil war between the Union and the Confederacy brought newfound opportunities for Blacks in America. The Emancipation Proclamation signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1863 signaled Blacks in the U.S. were no longer required to work for free as enslaved people. Although enslaved people wer...
Many that pledge their vows before God and man stay together till death do us part. They inevitably go through good and bad times, but always find the real success of love. Many married couples who say and mean their vows reap the benefits of marriage with love, trust, loyalty, and commitment Melvin & Maurice Conway's love is the best kind, which is standing the test of time!...
Les Martinique presented Les Martinique Debutantes 2022 to finer womanhood recently. Les Martinique Debutantes 2022 were Brailyn S. Carter, Micaela J. Elmore, Mackenzie A. Johnson, Jacey D. Keys, Deahvionne J. Moore, Kennedy O. Pittman, Faith V. Porter, Chrishana M. Thomas, Alexis A. Williams & Mariana N. Wilson...
Little Flower Catholic Church in Monroe LA will have a one-day revival on Sunday March 5, 2023 at the 9am mass. The homecoming revival welcomes back all past church members and school students. Special guest is Father Art Anderson OFM from Gary IN....
The father of Black History, Mr. Carter G. Woodson, said, " When you control a man's thinking you don't have to worry about his actions". Colors have been used to manipulate our thoughts and behaviors since we were first introduced to them. In this poem, I am attempting to shed some light on this plot and hopefully dispel some of the myths associated with colors thereby freeing our minds for more constructive thoughts about ourselves. As Dr. king once said, "Somebody told a lie one day about...
True Vine Baptist Church in Monroe LA Black History Program is Sunday, February 26, at 6pm. Wossman High School Choir under the direction of Dezsiray Sullivan and Queens of Tomorrow under the direction of Jessica Washington (Elisha Wilkinson, Founder) will be special guests, ”Standing Together Everything Matters!” Rev. Dr. Stonewall Hunter, Jr. is Pastor....
The combined 1972 classes of Carroll, Neville and Wossman High Schools held their combined 50th class reunion at the Carroll High School homecoming festivities September 30 - October 2, 2022. The former Carroll High School students were split between three schools during integration. 50 years later, the 1972 reunion was held, and classmates rekindled that high school spirit after not seeing each other for 50 years.1972 Classmates fellowshipped at Whitley's Entertainment Cente...
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, Carver McDonald Branch Library in Monroe LA was soapy clean and smelling like apples, honey and sweet peas. Those are a few of the scents from Sade's Homemade Soaps that makes your skin smile. Save the date and be at the library for their NEXT exciting presentation on March 16, 2023 at 11 am. The topic will be announced soon. Carver-McDonald Branch Manager is Joyce Powell....
Lord who shall abide in your tabernacle? Who shall dwell in your holy hill? He that walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart (Psalm 15:1-2). God wants true worship from the heart, in Spirit and in Truth. Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? Who shall stand in his holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart: who has not lifted up his soul to vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. He shall receive the blessings of the Lord and righteousness from the God of his salvation (Psalm 24:3-5). With love and...
No, I don’t think E.T. is trying to pay us a visit. Nor are we about to experience a “War of the Worlds” moment as in being attacked by “little green men” from Mars. Until this nation lands more people on the moon first, any inhabitants on the planet Mars have nothing to worry about. Over a two-week period, there has been an increased interest in what is going on over our heads and not in a “sky is falling” ruse. To some of our political leaders and media pundits, we may soon see pictures of “Chicken Little” in some media circles, all in a...
