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India Alexis Perry, 25, was born October 23, 1996 to Christi Perry and Roy Price in Monroe, LA at EA Conway Hospital (LSU Ochsner Monroe Medical Center). When India was born, she had a red dot in the middle of her forehead like an Indian from India. She attended Shady Grove Elementary School, Shadow Hill Jr. High, Pete Knight High School of Palmdale, CA, Ouachita Parish High School, and graduated from Richwood Parish High School in May 2016. Some of her school activities included participating...
February 27, 1992-February 27, 2021 A Monroe mother is devastated after her son was shot and killed on his 29th Birthday. Reginald Latron Copning is the son of Betty Copning and Reginald Eleam. The deadly shooting happened around 10:00 PM on February 26, 2021, reported after Monroe Police Department (MPD) responded to South 8th St. residence about a shooting. Copning was then transported to Ochsner/LSU Monroe Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. The 29-year-old, who is fondly known...
Love is bigger than a single person. One can invite love but cannot dictate how, when, and where love expresses itself. We often can choose to surrender to love or not, but in the end, love strikes like lightning: unpredictable and irrefutable. We can even find ourselves loving people we don't like at all. According to police reports on February 25, Suspect Octavia T. Howard and her boyfriend of four years were arguing until the victim picked up a board to defend himself, as Howard grabbed a...
Monroe Dispatch sources shared words of an incident that allegedly happened between Mayor Gerald Brown and an alderperson, where the mayor allegedly "offered" the alderperson to go outside and settle their differences at the Thursday, February 25, 2021 town council meeting. Sources say that Brown and the alderperson had a lengthy and tense discussion about some issues facing the town that needed to be addressed. According to sources, at one point during the exchange, Brown allegedly got out of...
Like so many millions of Americans, Charlene Kendrix went through a devastating winter storm February 14-20, 2021 where temperatures in some areas set new record lows. Along with the record-breaking temperatures, there was a tremendous push for electric power to heat millions of homes affected by the storm. One of the hardest states to suffer a loss of power was Texas, but Louisiana had its share of power-related issues too. Slightly higher utility bills were expected from the storm, but nothing like the kinds of increases in utility bills...
As the 2021 observances of Black History Month come to an end, one resident of Parkview Apartments in Monroe, LA, had somber thoughts and reflections, which she shared in this article. History gives us the opportunity to stop and remember past events that have shaped our lives. Most of us can easily go back to our early childhood upbringing, which was centered on the church. As young children, we knew we had to go to church on Sundays and often during the middle of the week. This was a routine for us. The church provided us with our teachings...
Mary Goss staff celebrated Mary Goss Nursing Home for being the only black nursing home in Monroe, LA and the surrounding area. The staff also honored Ms. Eddye Louise Davis for her dedication to residents and staff members on Friday, February 26, 2021. Davis' service as a servant is an example of her commitment to excellence. Photo Mary Goss 1-Mary Goss fellows, Anthony Wilson, Ms. Eddye Louise Davis, Jessica Washington, Erma Brewster and Erma Williams...
Many young Monroe natives are doing great things both in town and throughout other cities and communities across the globe. Karriem Wilson, a registered nurse, is helping to save lives every day. He lived in Texas for several years, but was recently inspired to return home at the encouragement of his childhood friends Jason Jacobs, his wife Shantelle Jacobs, and James "Skip" Benton Jr. The Jacobs own Pure Mind Counseling and Wellness, a flourishing practice that provides virtual and in-person...
Walk in the Word Kingdom Church in Monroe, LA hosted its Men of the Word Fellowship Breakfast on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Stephen Jones Sr., Tremayne January, Dion Carter, and Rev. Welton Wright were very impressive with their knowledge of the word, making it plain and practical. All were outstanding and the younger brothers' presentations and discussions were Kingdom lifting. Programmed participants included Lawson Ratcliff, Jarius Thomas, Pastor K.C. Wade and Bishop Danny Hunt. Walk in...
Wossman High School Boys' Basketball continues its trek in the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) 2021 3A Boys Basketball Playoffs. After wins over McDonogh #35 and Lutcher, Wossman hosts Northwest Friday March 5, 2021 at 6:30 pm at the George "Vamp" Belton" Complex at Wossman High School in Monroe LA....
In a move that should put smiles back on the faces of city residents, city hall has announced that all of the city's recreation centers are now open for, well, recreation. For many who have not utilized the facilities at the rec centers, it is seen a as sign of returning to more of a normal routine for those who have missed having activities in the centers. But the centers, as per COVID-19 guidelines, will not operate at 100% capacity. They will operate at 25% capacity, with special emphasis on...
JASON FISCHER, 38 Jason Fischer of Monroe.LA died February 23, 2021. Visitation: Little Flower Church, 600 S. 16th Street in Monroe on Sunday, March 7 from 4-7 PM with COVID-19 restrictions. Burial: Illinois on March 9. Michael Dewayne Hall, Infant Michael Dewayne Hall infant son of Erika LaShon Hall died Saturday December 12, 2020. Graveside Service: 10:30AM Thursday March 4, 2021 at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe under direction of McFarland Funeral Company. Lula Green, 69 Lula Green of Bastrop, LA Homemaker died Tuesday March 2, 2021....
Acts 9:18 | NKJV “Immediately there fell from his eyes something like scales and he received his sight at once; and he arose and was baptized.” Be filled AGAIN, and AGAIN by the Holy Spirt and watch as your life change. “Scales” will fall from your eyes! Your VISION will show you the path to go. Your new sight will reveal to you just where you are. “ONCE BLIND, BUT NOW I SEE!!! Able to “see” God’s purpose and plan for your life. How He desires to see you prosper in ALL things and be in health ev...
Citizens of Two Kingdoms: In these last days, during perilous times, let's love God, and our neighbor as we love ourselves. We must promote Jesus Christ and his gospel, not our personal opinions. God will use us to manifest his glorious image in the earth. The church must continue to worship, serving and honoring God with prayers, praising him singing, testifying of his goodness, lifting up the name of the Lord, not ourselves. After the spiritual service has ended, they must extend into the natural life, focusing on business development that...
Republicans in Congress and statehouses across the nation keep saying that they are for the “common man”, the guy who doesn’t sit at the same table with them. If that is the case, someone needs to explain why Republicans voted against President Joe Biden’s COVID Relief Bill that was passed by the Democrat controlled House of Representatives last week. Voters in every state who have Republican representatives should ask them to explain why they were against a bill that will help sustain people who are needy, as the country continues to go thro...
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 issue 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 black being ugly, sinister and bad.. But, I want to...
Donterrio Anderson Presents Park & Pray, come join me, Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Charles Johnson Park (Bernstein Park) in South Monroe LA for Community Wide Prayer. Services begin at 3 pm I am very excited and look forward to seeing everyone. CDC requests, masks & social distancing are required....
(Learning to Raise Black Children in White Spaces) "Essential reading for those who parent or nurture Black children or anyone who wants to better understand race in America. “Through lively and intimate back-and-forth exchanges, the authors share information, research, and resources that orient parents and other community members to the ways race and racism will affect a black child’s life—and despite that, how to raise and nurture healthy and happy children. These friendly dialogues about guarding a child’s confidence and nurturing positiv...
Jerald S. Armstard was born on December 19, 1952 to Mack N Armstard (father) and Savannah Armstard (mother) in Monroe LA. She went on in life relocating to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, started a family and continued her education. Later on, after graduating from Job Corp, she began her career in healthcare where she worked 30+ years at Oklahoma University Medical Center. A book of tales could be written about this extraordinary life. Jerald loved to dance everywhere she went, whether it was at...
Neville High School Girls' Basketball is steps away from capturing a Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) 2021 4A Girls Basketball Title. On Wednesday March 3, 2021 at Burton Coliseum Lake Charles LA Neville will face Huntington at 6:30 pm....
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I have been fortunate to travel to many places around the world. I enjoy interacting with the locals in my escapades because they offer opportunities to see a place through its most authentic lens. The most common conversation I have with locals is a discussion of our respective perceptions of our countries. Locals who have not traveled far from their native countries view the United States from a narrow lens. They see American tourists who travel with multiple pieces of luggage and accessories and superior attitudes. Then the assumption is...
*Inspired by God through Mary Roggerson & Morning Day Prayer Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth Nolley, St. Mary Baptist Church Purpose: For all children to learn, pray and confess the Word of God. Goal: For all children to have an intimate relationship with God through prayer & His Word. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday And that He might reconcile them both to God in one body through the cross, thereby putting to death the enmity. Ephesians 2:16 Prayer: Father God, thank You for loving us. Thank You for Your Word that Christ has reco...
Irma DeTiege was a monster for humanity. Coming from Riverton LA, she experienced many life hardships from her cotton field experiences, one room church schoolhouse to Monroe Colored High School. The hardships Mrs. DeTiege faced helped as she was an advocate for the voiceless and the invisible. Her vision through the News Leader, Monroe News Weekly and Monroe Dispatch gave Blacks and the poor a platform while viewing themselves in a different light. We carry on her legacy through scholarship to...
(Documentary Spotlight) - Following a year when we as a nation confronted the racism within our many institutions, this film follows ACLU Deputy Legal Director Jeffery Robinson’s powerful and groundbreaking talk on the history of U.S. anti-Black racism interwoven with archival footage, interviews, and Robinson's story, exploring the enduring legacy of white supremacy and our collective responsibility to overcome it. Directed by Emily Kunstler & Sarah Kunstler (William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe ), the film is a powerful reminder of t...
The Louisiana Dept. of Transportation and Development(DOTD)is preparing to implement some safety measures along a dangerous stretch of Hwy 165, in an effort to eliminate more potential deaths of pedestrians that cross the highway. An official from the agency said that the measures are being put in place saying, "that one fatal crash on our highway is one too many" and that the agency in conjunction with the Louisiana State Police(LSP) and the Highway Safety Commission "to advance policies" that...
The Monroe Housing Authority will receive sealed bids in triplicate for the following project: Annual Pest Control Service Contract for all Monroe Housing Authority facilities Bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM, Thursday, August 5, 2021, at the office of the Monroe Housing Authority in the Frances Tower Board Room, 300 Harrison Street, Monroe, LA 71201. At which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud. ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION SHALL NOTIFY MONROE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NO... Full story
Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of CenturyLink Drive Bridge Over Bayou Desiard will be received by the City of Monroe, at the Purchasing Division, located at 1014 Grammont Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. Bids will be received until 1:45 P.M., on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Bids will be opened and read aloud in the Purchasing Division, at 2:15 P.M. The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, consisting of Advertisement for Bids, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Bid Bond, Agreement, General Conditions, Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Drawings,... Full story
The Monroe Housing Authority will receive sealed bids in triplicate for the following project: Paint Perimeter Fencing at Breece-Lock, Foster Heights, and Miller Square Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, Thursday, August 5, 2021, at the office of the Monroe Housing Authority in the Frances Tower Board Room, 300 Harrison Street, Monroe, LA 71201. At which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud. ANY PERSON REQUIRING SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION SHALL NOTIFY MONROE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE TYPE(S) OF ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED NO LESS THAN... Full story
Monroe Housing Authority on behalf of Claiborne Creek, Inc. will receive sealed bids in triplicate for the following project: Claiborne Creek Phase 2 – Remove Balconies / Repair Water Damage, Project No. 21PRL.CC.01 Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM, Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at the office of the Monroe Housing Authority in the Boardroom, located at 300 Harrison Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. At which time and place all bids will be opened and read aloud. A Pre-Bid meeting shall be held on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 10:00 AM at C... Full story
Allen Daniel Ellis, Sr. was born the last and boldest child to the union of the Late Roy James and Thelma Smith Ellis in Monroe, LA on September 17, 1949. Allen did it his way until he found a peaceful rest with his Lord and savior on the morning of March 8, 2021 Allen, like so many young men in the Flynn and Adams street neighborhood found comfort and haven in Little Flower Church and school campus. Allen united with Little flower church and served as an Altar Server and in many other youth...
