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Edward Charles Fountain 65, died February 22, 2022, Memorial Services are Thursday March 3, 2022 at 11am, at Mulhearn Funeral Chapel 2308 Sterlington Rd. Monroe LA. Signing of book 10-11am...
E'Tavia Yvette Davis was born on November 13, 2000 to Charlon Y. Brown and Eddie J. Davis Jr. in Monroe LA . She was baptized at an early Age at St. Joe Baptist Church by Pastor Rueben L Oliver. E'Tavia attended Lincoln Elementary , Ouachita Jr. High and Ouachita Parish High Schools. At Lincoln, E'Tavia was a member of the Lincoln Jewel Dance Team while holding the title of Miss Lincoln for three years. In her early teen years, E'Tavia was a member of the the Ouachita Jr. High Track Team while s...
Sabrina Johnson says that she is having a very difficult time with a local business trying to get 2 headstones delivered to a local cemetery. Johnson said that she has waited long enough and that she believes that the headstones should have been delivered a long time ago. Johnson said that she bought the two headstones back in Dec. 2020, but was told by the owner that because of Covid concerns, the delivery of the headstones would take some extra time. As the nation was consumed by the pandemic...
A local man is tendering his resignation as a church musician because the pastor has told him that he can't wear a t-shirt that says "Bring Alayna Home". Jason Price was a percussionist at Macedonia Baptist Church, as he has been playing music with the choir for about 23 years. Price saw his church not only as a place of employment( paid for playing music), but more so as "his place" of worship. For him, Price says that he has "greatly enjoyed" and appreciated the opportunity to "serve in the...
One of the Lord's Best Soldiers has found his way home. Russell L. Marshall was a very unique person. He was a Carroll Graduate hailing from the Booker T. Washington Community. He was a faithful Bookertorian. Russell was a die hard Carroll Bulldog, Dallas Cowboy and Los Angeles Lakers Fan. On the domino table, he was a beast causing many to hollow uncle at any given time. Hearts of saddened at his passing upon being informed of his passing on Wednesday February 16, 2022. He is survived by one...
At Wossman High School in Monroe LA on Friday February 11, 2022 was senior night. At the last home game of each season, seniors are recognized and honored for their participation in various sports and activities. Girls and boys basketball also cheerleaders were honored including Wossman Senior Cheerleader China Miller pictured with her mother Pacific Miller....
Mrs. Dietra Wade-Blackmon! A loving mother to Zyria Smith and a "newlywed" wife to Mr. Demorialle Blackmon. Dietra is a hard worker with a determined mind.Her Motto:Whatever you want to do in life, talk to God about it first. Work hard at it and don't give up. If it's for you it's yours. Dietra love meeting & talking with people. Giving respect is very important to her.In August 2018, she started as a Bus Operator with Monroe City Schools Transp. Dept. She became the Head Dispatcher in January...
Congrats to Wossman's Ramiah Augurson and Albert Shell for being named DownSouth Sports Magazine MVPs. Ramian had 11 points and 17 rebounds in the Lady Wildcats 69-40 victory over The Lady Bulldogs. Albert had 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 steals in the Wildcats 70-43 victory over Carroll on February 11, 2022 at Wossman High School, George "Vamp" Belton Sports Complex in Monroe LA . This was Shell's 3rd MVP award for this season. The awards were presented by Coach Aubrey Crawford (The Voice of...
The Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus Executive Board held a swearing in ceremony for the caucus' newly elected leadership today, Tuesday, February 1, 2022. The elected officers are: Chairman, Rep. Vincent J. Pierre Vice Chairman, Rep. Candace N. Newell First Vice Chairman, Rep. Kyle Green Secretary, Rep. Denise Marcelle Treasurer, Sen. Regina Barrow Senate Whip, Sen. Katrina R. Jackson Sergeant-at-Arms, Rep. Patricia "Pat" Moore Parliamentarian, Rep. Rodney Lyons Chaplain, Rep. Jason H...
Praise God for their journey because if it had not been for the Lord on their side, where would they be! Pastor David and Dr. Joe Profit are proud Richwood Stars. Both the brothers and their siblings witnessed the rough side of life, facing unbearable obstacles during their childhood. Little did they know, Rev. David and Dr. Joe would reap the fruits of their challenging circumstances. They overcame and have been successful by grace, their stern parents, and helpful people along their journey....
Community stars are people you may see throughout the community in various places. One does not have to be famous to be a star but every time they step in public they shine a light for all to see. Kent Washington is a community star because of his continued dedication to always present his best....
K-9 Entertainment & Vicious Enterprise presents Friday May 27, Show Starts at 6pm at The MAC 9555 Marlatt Bastrop LA Tickets $30-VIP $100 starring Tucka/Calvin Richardson/LJEchols/Adrian Bagher/Mr. Lyve/Johnny James/King Fred/Sonya B/Stacii Adams/MZ Hollywood-Saturday May 28, Showtime 4pm at The MAC 9555 Marlatt Bastrop LA Tickets $30-VIP $100 Featuring Boosie/Jeter Jones/Arthur Young/King South/Varonica Ra’elle/Royal D/Poppin Hussen/Lil Sleepy/Ice Doll/Jay Morris Group & J Wonn. VIP Tickets & Tables call 318-557-6809-Ticket Locations Monroe L...
When news surfaced that former president, Donald Trump had taken records from the White House to his Florida Mar-a-Lago residence, people were shocked because no other president had done that before. Anything that is “a part” of the president’s correspondence as it applies to his official duties, is not to leave Washington. There is a law called The President’s Records Act in place to ensure that a president doesn’t take anything with him that is designated to be placed in the National Archives. It would appear that Trump as president, complete...
Hello everyone! This week, I'm going to be discussing, being a perfectionist. I struggle with it, when you're a perfectionist you always want to be the best in everything, and if you're not the best then you feel bad about yourself. Now here's my advice to those who struggle with being a perfectionist like myself. It's ok to not always be the best, you're human you're not going to be the best at everything you're going to be bad at something and good at some things, so give yourself a break...
We have developed a Parental Involvement Task Force for the purpose of focusing on exploring existing definitions and creating a new definition of family engagement and creating an action oriented plan for the district. Practicing equitable family engagement requires an intentional, long-term effort to change ingrained perceptions, beliefs, and regular practices of school staff. This is not an effort schools can undertake on their own; to be successful, school staff will need to work with district personnel, families and the community to...
There are many walking in disobedience to God, because they fear too much- what man/flesh can do to them. Many would rather please man, than please God. Man is ever changing, unstable, destructible and full of fault; yet many submit to the imperfect will of man, instead of the perfect will of God. Lord, have mercy on us all and open our eyes to what we've become. So many are being adorned with the praise of man, not realizing they're being tarnished by vanity. Nothing matters, except what we do...
Continued from last week February 10, 2022 Betty Ward Cooper's 8th grade teacher Mrs. Dorothy S. Brown, had this to say: "Betty was an extraordinary student who was academically focused and pursued excellence in education and endeavored to give her best effort without concern about being the best. It was evident that Betty would be successful, and I am honored to have taught such an outstanding lady." Betty was a first-generation college graduate along with several of her seven (7) siblings....
DeAndrus LaDon Collins, 42 of Monroe, LA Healthcare died February 7, 2022. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday February 19, 2022 at Greater New Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Visitation: 3:00 until 5:00 PM Friday February 18, 2022 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Elise Marie Jones Qualls, 71 of Wilmington, NC formerly of Monroe, LA Homemaker died February 3, 2022. Service: 11:00 AM Saturday February 19, 2022 at China Grove Baptist Church. Visitation: 11:00 AM until...
A year has passed since you've been gone, our sweet memories of you live on and on. On angels wings you were whisked away, we weren't – but you were ready on that fateful day. Words will never capture all that we've lost. We love you forever, whatever the cost. Your loving Wife, Children, Grands and the Davenport Family...
Prime Time Head Start is accepting applications for free preschool for the 2022-23 school year. Prime Time accepts children ages 3 and 4 at four Head Start centers in Monroe and West Monroe LA. "As a parent, safety, high quality, and affordability are high criteria on my personal list when seeking child care," said Stalanda Butcher, Vice President of Head Start Services for the LEH and Prime Time. "At Prime Time, we go beyond basic licensing safety requirements. Our centers are staffed with...
