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Everyone wants the best for their child(ren). Raising a child or children is a real tedious job that requires patience, time. love and discipline. Without these key components along with many others, along with the help of family members and trusted friends, raising a child(ren) can present many uncertain difficulties. Knowing your children's friends and associates is very important. Not knowing your child's friends and their family can be detrimental. A parent should always their child's...
Richwood/Ouachita Legend Fredrick "Freddy Bear" McHenry was a quiet giant in the United States and our area community. Freddy Bear was a humble, God-fearing man who had many people who guided and impacted his life. He possessed the type of character that, when challenged, he fought with determination. That tenacity and determination were on display his entire life. Freddy Bear graduated from Richwood High School, where he played on Richwood's first state championship football team in 1962....
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends will bid farewell to their beloved Carolyn Rose Loudd Ensley 81, (Garland, Texas), born in Monroe, Louisiana, who passed away Thursday March 4, 2020. She was a Carroll High School 1956 Graduate. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Loudd and Carrie Godley Loudd; her husband Frank James Ensley; and her sister Vada Marie Echols. She is survived by her children, Regina Thompson (Merle), Edwin...
The world portrays wrong as right, you really must be on guard with the real rules of the game. Many times, cohabitation maybe good for some yet unfavorable to others, its according to what party may have the most to lose. Then there's the thought why buy the milk, when you can get it free. Love can get really complicated without the ring and marriage papers. People say one thing in the beginning, then change their mind without notice or regard to another's feelings when there's nothing to...
Four years ago I wrote a letter endorsing Mayor Mayo for reelection. I went door-to-door for him in that campaign as I am in this one. Recently, I was looking at his campaign card from that last election and it came as no surprise he has con-tinued to keep his commitment to the citizens of Monroe. He pledged to work for more jobs and grow our economy, better fire and police protection, a comprehensive flood plan, sound financial management, clean and safe drinking water, clean and safer neighbor...
The Omicron Iota Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc Precious Pearl Organization crowned 2020 Miss Precious Pearl Skylar Melton Saturday March 7 at the Monroe Civic Center B.D. Robinson Conference Hall. Miss Precious Pearl is the daughter of Mrs. Despena Combs and Jerry Melton. She attends Weddington High School, Matthews, North Carolina . She will attend Grambling State University in the fall of 2020. Her precious pearl sponsor was AKA Raven Owens....
Mayor Mayo Picks Up Endorsement from City Water Treatment Plant Union Members Our City, Our Future, Our Choice. As the Monroe Mayoral election date draws near, incumbent Democratic Mayor Jamie Mayo gains more momentum as he picks up an endorsement from the employees who are part of the Local 407 International Union of Operating Engineers. They are primarily employed at the City's water treatment plant. Tamala Bailey, Union Representative, says "We proudly support Mayor Mayo and his vision for th...
With four unfavorable audits attributed to Mayor Thompson's administration, he struggled to manage a Town with dwindling resources and rising demands and to fix problems that had been in existence for many, many years. He struggled with internal issues of betrayal and attempts to sabotage the administration. Deliberate barriers were placed in Mayor Thompson's path. Actions of the Legislative Auditor were unrelenting and downright vicious. A fiscal administrator by the name of Bill Ryder was...
BB&O Annual Women’s Workshop & Youth Explosion True Vine Baptist Church 1400 Dilling St. Monroe LA Youth Explosion Friday March 13, 5:30 pm-Women’s Workshop Saturday March 14, 8:30am-1pm. Workshop presenters Minister Candice Russell & Minister Pamela Byrd-Chisley. BB&O (Bayou Macon, Boeuf River and Ouachita Association) Rev. John Perry Moderator-Sister Rosie Horne Women Ministry Director Pre-Anniversary Gospel Exposure Piney Grove Baptist Church 712 S 14th St. Monroe LA Sunday March 29, 6:30 pm featuring Geneva Fields & Chosen, Shawn Kelly Chor...
Ralph Van, 70 Ralph Van of Bastrop, LA Pelican Plug, died March 8, 2020. Services: Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 2:00pm at Lightwood B.C. in Lightwood, LA. Visitation: Friday, March 13, 2020 from 6:00-7:00pm at Tennant Funeral Home in Bastrop, LAunder the direction of Tennant Funeral Home. Trashun Matthew, 2 Months Trashun Matthew of Bastrop, LA died March 3, 2020. Graveside services: Friday, March 13, 2020 at 1:00pm at H.V. Adams Cemetery in Bastrop, LA. Visitation: Friday, March 13, 2020 from 12:00-1:00pm at Tennant Funeral Home in Bastrop, LA...
The day and hour of the end of time no man knows, not even the angels in heaven. As in Noah's time, people were marrying, eating and drinking, then God said, "The End of All Flesh” is come before me; for the Earth is filled with violence through them; and behold; I will destroy them with the earth. (Genesis 6:13) the waters were upon the earth , the door was shut. (Gen. 7:16) In Matthew 25, there were five wise and five foolish virgins, they all waited for the bridegroom, in the meantime the foolish virgins ran out of oil , while they went t...
Last week The Dispatch published an article detailing the seriousness of the spreading coronavirus and the devastating effects that it is already having in some sections of the country. The states of Washington and California are having difficult times grappling with how to handle, if not contain the virus because as we can see, it has spread from the west coast to the east coast in just a matter of days. It is not just a China tragedy anymore, as Europe is being affected, parts of the Middle East and now America. There is widespread agreement...
Philippians 2:10-11 | NKJV that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, 11 and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Beloved exercise the Authority given to you by the Lord Jesus. You may trample on serpents and scorpions and ALL the works of the enemy, and by no means shall anything harm you. Hallelujah!!! No sickness, weapon, doubt, fear, accusation, lack, or fear...
I remember watching tv shows like the Jetsons and thinking a lot of the technologies they had would be nice but never actually saw them really happening. The Jetsons were based in a 2060 futuristic era, and we are now in 2020. Our reality is that we have arrived near the Jetson-like present and future faster than anticipated thanks to inventors with creative imaginations and the engineers who can make those visions come to life. A simple modern efficiency that has always been used is the tv. I remember when I first begin watching tv, shows...
*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 He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler. Psalm 91:4 Prayer: Father God, only You can cover and protect me completely. I feel secure...
Starlight Baptist Church 1609 Highway 139 Swartz LA will honor Dr. & Sister Roy Bedford Sunday March 15, at 3pm. Special guest Rev. Kenneth Sapp Moderator of the New Hope Baptist Association and Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Ruston (Clay) LA....
On Sunday March 8, 2020, Avenue Baptist Church in Monroe. LA installed Rev. Dr. Morristine Chisley, Sr. as its Senior Pastor. Special guest Rev. Dr. Anthony L. Craig Sr. of Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church in Pine Bluff, AR preached the Word in front of a packed house. Programmed guest included Rev. Jason Cooper, Master of Ceremonies, Old and New Testament Readings completed by Rev. Stonewall Hunter & Rev. Ricky James, Sister Sheila Powell offered the welcome, Sister Martha James delivered...
Doorkeepers or keepers of the door, their church service is invaluable. They are the first to meet and greet you at church. If you have a question, need a seat, need to speak or sit with a certain group, church ushers are at your beck and call to fulfill your desires and are valuable church servants. This week the Monroe Dispatch salutes dedicated St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church Usher Mary Caldwell who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher....
Recently, the Committee to Elect Jesse Walker for Monroe City Councilman District 4 hosted a Campaign Introductory Dinner "Vision Night: Sharing the Vision With voters" in the Richland/Union Rooms of the Monroe City Convention Center with the goal to familiarize the public with the candidate as well as welcome the community into the world of the campaign and the team members. The guest feasted on their meal as they witnessed the Vision of the Walker Campaign's platform. The Candidate presented...
Women United for Successful Change in conjunction with Ouachita Parish Sheriff Jay Russell and Tausha Sanders State Farm proudly presents at Community Empowerment Day, “S.O.S. (Saving Our Streets by Empowering our Communities) in an underserved area of Monroe to educate, inspire, and promote positive change within the community. The event will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Lida Benton Playground at 3317 Lee Ave. Monroe, LA. The day will feature FREE food, Entertainment, Informative Speakers, Vendors and m...
Author Rev. Bobby Joe Saucer, a resident of Decatur, Georgia, is a retired minister from The Ministers and Missionaries Benefit Board of the American Baptist Churches USA. This former Dean of the Morehouse School of Religion is considered a pioneer in the areas of theological educational program planning, design, implementation, and evaluation. Saucer has implemented numerous educational conferences, internships, and endowments including, a scholarship endowed fund at Interdenominational...
The Southern University Alumni/Monroe Chapter worshipped at Zion Traveler Baptist Church Sunday March 9 during the morning. service in honor of the University's 140 years in existence. Dilcie Green, president of the organization, thanked Pastor Annanias Word for hosting the group. The university was founded during the Reconstruction Era that occurred after the United States Civil War. In 1880, with the passage of Act 87, SU was established in 1881. The first campus was on Calliope Street in New...
High school seniors interested in applying for the Irma DeTiege Scholarship -email bio to [email protected]. Please include recent photograph, your contact information, and proof of: Official GPA, high school transcript, and ACT score. Deadline is May 15, 2020....
Thru my window pane, all I see pain. My quarterback, halfback and tailback, been held back. They ain’t running no plays, stuck in the same grade. Since day one, I can’t save one, all of them are getting killed. I can’t pay no bills, done double checked. I ain’t got no check, in my mailbox. The hands on the clock, says I’m out of time. The only job I can find, is doing dirt. But, the pain don’t hurt, it’s been killed by pills. One day I’m gone steal, my way out of this hell. My mind is like a...
To address issues involving our youth, Monroe City School Board has teamed up with CITIES and the SAVE organizations to create a Task Force to initially focus on three main areas of youth issues. Those issues are Youth Education and Learning, Youth Discipline and Behavior at School, and Empowering Parents. We are asking all stakeholders ex. (Schools, business community, State and Local Government, Law agencies, Religious, Civic, Fraternal, and Healthcare Organizations) to be involved. The meeting will be held Thursday March 19, 2020 at 6PM in...
Wossman Boys Basketball continue it Marsh to a #A State Boys Basketball Championship. On Friday March 6 Wossman defeated St. Martinsville 65-49 in route to the LA Top 28 Boys Basketball Championship at the Burton Coliseum Lake Charles LA March 11-March 14. Wossman defeated Madison Prep 48-46 in a semi-final contest Wednesday March 11 to play in the 3A Boys Basketball State Championship....
