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Join us for a Youth Focused Revival Tuesday - Thursday, April 16-18, 2024 "Building Strong Disciples Through Biblical Foundations" Scripture: Colossians 1:9-10 "...We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit..." 500 Swayze Street Monroe LA 71201 Oliver W. Billlups, Jr., Pastor Call 318-322-8587 for a ride...
Don't be fooled, District 5, by the smokescreen of the incumbent. She ran four years ago on the Dawson name. However, for her re-election bid, she must stand on her record, and she has sold District 5 out completely. After nearly four years, all we have in District 5 are parking lots at the zoo and Benoit Community Center, some playground equipment, paint on some basketball courts, and a Dollar Store that was already scheduled to be located in south Monroe. We must fight for more and stop...
Water Tree's 7th Anniversary Water Tree in Monroe, LA, celebrated its 7th anniversary on Saturday, March 29, 2024. During the celebration, the late Pastor John Edward Ross Jr. was honored for his dedication and support that led to the business's success. Pastor Ross, a retired principal for the Monroe City School Systems and retired Director of Community Affairs for the city of Monroe, will be remembered through The John Edward Ross Jr. College Scholarship Foundation. The foundation, initiated...
Disclaimer: All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty. The sudden sound of gunfire compelled two individuals to seek cover recently, in a bid to protect their lives. Monroe Police (MPD) responded to a shooting incident on March 8, 2024, following a call. They arrived at a residence on Cairo St. in Monroe, LA, where they encountered two victims of the shooting. The victims informed officers that they were in bed when the shots were fired. They recounted having to roll out of bed to...
WHY I AM RUNNING FOR MAYOR I have been asked many times why I wanted to be mayor again, and the answer is simple... I am touched by the feelings of infirmities of the people of Monroe. I am touched by the concerns of all the people of Monroe, but especially the most vulnerable people, the elderly, and the youth. For the last four years, I have worked for the National League of Cities/SSCI (Strong Southern Cities Initiative). Louisiana is one of the impoverished states listed in this initiative b...
Louisiana House Democrats are committed to addressing crime and enhancing community safety. They regret not being consulted in shaping the agenda for the second special legislative session. The majority of bills proposed for this session, they argue, fail to address the root causes of crime and are reactive rather than proactive, thus lacking effectiveness in enhancing community safety. Furthermore, House Democrats are concerned that these bills may disproportionately affect Black and low-income individuals, potentially leading to a surge in...
The upcoming Monroe City Schools superintendent faces a challenging task as academic concerns loom large. 55% of Monroe City Schools’ students scored below basic in 6 out of 11 elementary schools, contributing to an overall F school performance score that went unchecked under the previous superintendent. The Monroe City School Board is under scrutiny, with questions raised about their inaction and resource allocation, especially for the disadvantaged children in south Monroe. This situation raises concerns about Monroe's high crime rate, h...
A hit-and-run crash on March 3, 2024, at 5:16 AM, on Milhaven Road in Monroe, LA, resulted in serious injuries and an arrest. Video footage showed two vehicles speeding west, with the second trying to pass the first in the eastbound lane. The second vehicle struck the first, causing it to spin across both lanes and crash into a power pole and a house. The driver of the second vehicle,Suspect Antoine Standifier, fled the scene but was later identified through his Facebook profile. Standifier had...
The Wossman High School Lady Cats Basketball team in Monroe, LA, has secured the Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Non-Select Division II State Championship for three consecutive years: 2022, 2023, and 2024. Congratulations to the state champs, the Wossman Lady Cats!...
Taurian Collins Jr., a first grader at JS Clark Magnet School in Monroe LA, has achieved a remarkable academic milestone by being accepted into MENSA, the largest high-IQ association globally. MENSA, founded in 1946, boasts a membership of over 150,000 individuals worldwide. Membership in MENSA is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional levels of scholastic achievement. The organization offers access to gifted programs, scholarships, and intellectually stimulating content...
Dr. Valerie Fields, Vice-President of Student Affairs at the University of Louisiana Monroe, is throwing her support behind Carday Marshall for re-election as City Council District 4 representative. Dr. Fields advocates for students who are preparing to vote, stressing the significance of their voices in shaping the future....
In a triumphant return to glory, Wossman High School Boys Basketball team has shattered a 16-year dry spell by clinching the Louisiana State Basketball Championship. The last time the school achieved this feat was in 2008 when Davarius Dunn, a standout player, led the team to victory and was named MVP. Now, in 2024, the torch has been passed to Krysten Lewis, who has emerged as the new MVP. The entire Wossman community is buzzing with excitement as they remember Dunn's MVP run and celebrate Krys...
Without a doubt, heads turned as Brenda T. arrived in Monroe, LA, on Saturday, March 9, 2024. She drove a stunning 2024 Corvette, captivating all who saw her. Her secret to success? Hard work and faith in God....
Carroll High School in Monroe LA has and will always be a beacon of hope in our community. Its academic, athletic, band, choir and stem legacy was laid in 1953 by its first principal Legendary Morris Henry Carroll who demanded excellence from students who didn't realize their greatness. The Carroll Mystic was set long ago and remains in the hearts of those who witnessed its glory then and now. This is why we still sing thy praises to Carroll High School. Recognizing those who made Carroll High...
Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee……. We have heard the saying, “Ignorance is bliss”. Well, what is ignorance? What is bliss? Ignorance is simply a lack of knowledge or information/not knowing. Bliss is perfect happiness/great joy. Now let’s consider this carefully. This statement is saying that having a lack of knowledge about things, is a cause to be happy, but the Word of God tells us that people perish fr...
Kenneth Green, 60 of Monroe, LA a Construction Worker died Monday March 4, 2024. Visitation: 6:00-8:00PM Friday March 15, 2024 at McFarland Funeral Companies in Monroe, LA. Service: 11:00AM Saturday March 16, 2024 at St Paul UMC, Monroe. Burial: Richwood Memorial Gardens in Monroe, LA under the directions of McFarland Funeral Companies-Monroe. Angelia Anderson, 49 of Monroe, LA a Medical Coder died Wednesday March 6, 2024. Visitation: 3:30-5:30PM Friday March 15, 2024 at Greater Free Gift Baptist in Monroe. Service: 11:00AM Saturday March 16,...
These last days are dangerous. There will be terrible times. The love of many will become cold. Men and women will love only themselves. They will hate peace, good, and the rule of God's Law, and anything that restrains their evil behavior (2 Timothy 3: 1-4). In these last days the dictates of Satan are at work. The worship of him creates chaos and confusion in churches, homes, schools, at public events, in workplaces, and many times destroying family. Their weapons will be WORDS. Masters of Strategy in all they do, if it were possible they...
The Carver-McDonald Branch Library at 2941 Renwick St., Monroe, LA., Branch Manager Joyce Powell, is hosting Attorney and author Zebbie Grayson with a book talk and signing of her new book, “Journey to the United States Supreme Court Bar!” with the community, on Saturday, March 16 at 10:00 A. M. Attorney Zebbie A. Grayson is a Monroe, LA native. She grew up in the Booker T. Community as a member of the Zion Spring Baptist Church and is a proud graduate of Carroll High School....
Coach Shelton Ray Spivey, Jr., was born on December 27, 2024 to Catherine Varner-Spivey and the late Shelton Ray Spivey, Sr. He departed this life on March 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Shelton was reared and educated in the Ouachita and Monroe City School Systems. He was a 1996 honor graduate of Neville High School and a member of the 1996 Neville High School State Championship Football Team. Shelton attended Tuskegee University and the University of LA at Monroe. He was employed wit...
Louisiana House Democrats are committed to addressing crime and making our communities safer. Unfortunately, we were not involved in drafting the call for the second special legislative session. The overwhelming majority of the bills filed for this special session fail to address crime before it happens. They are reactive, not proactive. These bills will not make our communities safer and they will disproportionately impact black people and poor people. And they will fill our prisons with non-violent offenders at an extraordinary cost to...
Wossman High School in Monroe LA captured both boys and girls 2024 LHSAA State Championships in Division ll non- select. Congratulations to Wossman High School Boys' and Girls' Basketball, Coaches, Parents and Wossman Fans. Dr. Harringon Watson lll is Wossman Principal. Photo Wossman Lady Cats' State Champions Photo Wossman Boys' State Champions Photo Wossman Outstanding State Champion Platers Lady Cats' Di'Naya Ross and Krysten Lewis....
Carver-McDonald Branch Library at 2941 Renwick St., Monroe, LA., is hosting a community program with LSU AgCenter Agent, Markaye Russell, on Thursday, March 21 at 11 A.M. What is good health? Good health refers to a state of complete emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical well-being. Health is central to managing stress and living a longer, more active life. Mental and physical health are the two most frequently discussed types of health. It is important to approach "health" as a whole,...
Recently, Christina Gary's family, friends, and Franklin Parish High School Classmates gathered at The Vintage Vault in Winnsboro LA for Christy's College Reveal. Christy has a 4.27 GPA and has been accepted to with scholarships to Rust College, University of Louisiana Monroe, Jackson State University, Mississippi State, Millsaps College, Langston University, Grambling State University, Southern University, University of Louisiana Lafayette, Louisiana State University, University of Alabama and...
Philadelphia Word Center Church 115 Arnold Dr. in Monroe LA Holy Thursday- The Last Supper March 28, 2024 at 6:30pm, Good Friday-The Crucifixion Friday March 29, 2024 at 3pm and Resurrection Sunday March 31, 2024 at 8am. Jesus is the Main Attraction! Rev. Dr. Alfred Mack Pastor-Teacher....
The conventions to formally nominate the presumed nominees for the 2024 presidential election have not been held, but try telling that to Donald Trump and President Joe Biden. Both men have been trading election rhetoric since clinching the required delegates on Super Tuesday, as it is only a formality to drop the balloons on Trump and Biden because the campaigning is in full swing. Since both parties have paid for their hotel rooms and convention space, they might as well let the delegates go and do what is legally required to officially get...
