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Monroe police officers apprehended a local man following a high-speed chase through portions of south Monroe on March 11, 2021. The suspect was identified as Steven Turner, 32, of Monroe. According to reports, the alleged suspect was seen exiting a residence on the south side and fled in a vehicle when he saw police officers. As police officers gave chase, reports say speeds reached approximately 100mph. The pursuit allegedly was on portions of South 8th Street as Turner tried to elude police...
Carroll, Grambling, and NFL standout Solomon Freelon was born to the late Lucille Freelon and Solomon Freelon Sr. on February 19, 1951 in Monroe, LA. Solomon went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. He attended Little Flower Academy and graduated from Carroll High School and Grambling State University. Solomon was a goal-oriented person. He realized his ticket for success early in life and set his sights on fulfilling his dreams. He left Little Flower Academy to pursue a...
Sunrise, December 21, 1963 Sunset, March 14, 2021 Charles "Beanie" Wilson, 57, was a good guy who made his way to his eternal home on Sunday, March 14, 2021. He was the son of the Margaret Hill and the late Tommy Lee Blocks. Charles attended Berg Jones Lane Elementary School and Wossman High School. He found Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Triumph Baptist Church in Monroe, LA, under the leadership of Rev. Eddie Stewart. He was a great dad raising one stepdaughter Latoyia...
Grambling football fans could not wait for the Tigers' first football game. The winter snowstorm cancelled the first game. The first Grambling home game against Jackson State University drew true Gramblinites and Grambling football fans. Gramblinites Judge Tammy Lee, Dr. Tanzenski Lee, Ezzard Burton, Murphy Reed, and former Grambling/NFL star Delles Howell were spotted cheering on the black and gold. Our bet is that they will all also support the Tigers again, attending the Bayou Classic on...
A late morning house fire left an elderly couple with serious injuries on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 in Monroe. The fire occurred at their residence on Carver Street, but the occupants were able to get out of the house. The house had extensive damage because the fire, according to the Monroe Fire Department, was likely attributed to faulty wiring. The couple was identified as Tommy Lofton and his wife Eloise, according to Lofton's niece Johnnie Thomas. Though emergency personnel arrived at the...
It is very difficult for a family to bury a loved one. For most families, the pain/grief can be almost unbearable as they prepare to see a loved one for the last time before the Second Coming. That pain/grief can be measured tenfold when a family has to bury a child. Now imagine how a family, especially the parents, would feel when they get to the cemetery to say goodbye, and they can't see their loved one being lowered into the ground, as the final act of closure. Joseph Burks alleged that is...
It was a sight you might have seen if you were born in the country back in days gone by. Avid hunters understand the game of hunting raccoons(coons), rabbits, squirrels, possums, and many other animals. Long before the grocery store, people hunted for food when there were no grocery stores or money. Dwight Brown was getting a coon ready to eat by skinning and getting the coon prepared to be cooked. This coon was smoked and eaten up quickly. Those devouring it were disappointed with their...
Shooting deaths are happening at a rapid pace in Monroe, LA. On Monday, March 15, 2021, witnesses allege a shooting occurred on Berg Jones Lane and Conover St. where a person was shot and killed. Parish deputies raced to the crime scene. No report of the alleged shooting has been reported by law enforcement at press time. Monroe Dispatch sources have no knowledge of who was murdered but did report that a shooting took place. Citizens and taxpayers have a right to know what is happening in the community especially on the city's...
Coalition of Love (COL) members continue to encourage telephone and viral book signings for Art "Silver Fox" Edwards' coveted book, "From Sword to Pen". The organization endeavors to place them in as many public places as possible across the nation to accommodate easy access to those suffering from PTSD whether veterans or any mutation thereof....
The University of Louisiana, Lafayette (ULL) Black Student Union (BSU) highlighted Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) member, Mr. Matthew Miles, from Monroe, LA. Mr. Miles serves as Area Coordinator for the Office of Residential Life and the faculty advisor for the Residence Hall Association at UL Lafayette. He holds a Master of Arts in Student Affairs and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems with a minor in Speech Communication. Mr. Miles is also pursuing his Doctorate of Education from UL Lafayette. Mr. Miles has...
Death, sorrow, tragedy, grief, suffering, hurt, and pain have been the nightmare experiences of the numerous pedestrians killed and injured along U.S Highway 165 South in the town of Richwood corporate limits, and their loved ones and families have been left behind to cherish their memories. The calls from the community and concerned citizens for needed highway improvement have been ignored for many years by local and state officials, and those Black elected/voted into office (i.e., Police Jurors, State Senator and Representatives, Southside...
There is currently an election being held in Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District to replace former elected representative Luke Letlow, who died just before replacing former Representative Ralph Abraham. All the candidates have stated their platforms that are supposed to separate one candidate from the other in hopes of being the next person who will represent the voters in Washington. Whoever is elected as the District's newest representative will have to face a situation that has haunted the 5th District for the last several decades. T...
It’s 5:00 in the morning, breath stinking and I’m yawning, but something is on my mind My eyes are all puffy, my nose is all stuffy, proving that even thugs cry. As much as I try to deny it, and my heart refuses to buy it, the numbers ain’t telling no lies I have to face the facts, that when I trace my tracks, it’s impossible for Jr. to be mine. Now, I ain’t gone act a fool, gone still take him to school, and give him money for his lunch Ain’t gone walk out that door, treat you bad no more, or...
Edna’s Cooking “Home of the Breakfast Bowl” Serving southern style hot breakfast and lunch daily, Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM and Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM. All plates come with coffee or fountain drink, and of course, great food! Great service at reasonable prices at two locations: Now Save #1 (4399 Hwy 165 South, Monroe, LA, 318-737-7873), and Tiger Market Café (1800 Forsythe Ave Suite 1, Monroe, LA 71201, 318-325-4000). Ms. Edna & staff ~ serving up LOVE every day! Gospel Springfest Sunday, March 28, 2021, 3:00PM at Louisian...
Irma Faye Robinson-Griffin was born September 14, 1954 to Mrs. Lena Robinson Carter of Monroe, LA and the late Jack Ashley of Rayville, LA. Irma was mostly known and referred to as "Faye". She transitioned from this earthly life on February 6, 2021. Irma attended Eula D. Britton School where she befriended life long friends. Irma "Faye" accepted Christ at an early age. She had her own unique relationship with the Lord. Irma attended Rankin Chapel AME Church during her earlier years. Later she...
Although I do not always agree with all the laws and rules that the government imposes, I understand that in theory the rules are in place to keep us all safe. Difficulty ensues when rules change for individuals who get more lenient punishment when disobeying the rules. A few weeks ago, the governors of Texas and Mississippi made the shocking decision to lift restrictions recommended by the Center for Disease Control. The states’ top leadership announced masks are no longer required when out and about and that businesses can operate like in p...
These have been trying times for the world since March 2020. Never in a lifetime have we've seen the world shut down. Hopefully when all have been vaccinated for COVID-19, things will return to normal especially at church. Many are ready especially those who pastor and preach the Good News. Many can't wait to hear the word from the pews. Ready to preach the word are Rev. Dr. Ruth Collins Brown, Rev. Jacquelyn Simmons and Pastors Bob and Brenda Dziadazek....
Stewardship is the management of that which belongs to another. We belong to God by redemption. We are not our own. We were bought with a price. God gave himself for us. We are not our own. We have been bought with the greatest price that could have been paid for us. We belong to God. All we have or ever expect to be are His. Our lives and our times are not our own to control and waste. When we withhold things from the service of God, we are robbing God of that which belongs to Him. We are...
Nehemiah 8:10, Then he said to them, "Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength." Beloved, put on the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness. For the joy of the Lord is our strength! God is ever present, all knowing, and all powerful. Amen! He is the same God in the valley as He is on the mountain top. Celebrate and praise the Lord during...
Willie and Ella Hall were married on February 28, 1960. They recently celebrated 61 happy years of marriage. Willie is from Corey, LA and Ella is from Texarkana, AR. They now reside in Carson, CA. They have two children - Teresa Hall Williamson of CA, and Gary Hall of GA, three grandchildren - Joseph Wright, Nicole Williamson, and Tanisha Hall, and two great-grandchildren - Joseph Wright, Jr. and Alirah Martinez. Happy 61st Wedding Anniversary, Willie and Ella Hall!...
Republicans are going out of their way to take the minds of their base away from the events of January 6. Republican leaders and those in the media have all of a sudden stopped talking about the attempted government takeover by people who looked at and followed Donald Trump’s every move. Republicans feel that the less they even remotely mention January 6, the less their base will focus on the event. January 6 is a date that should be mentioned in the same breath as 9/11. However, Republicans don’t even mention 9/11 anymore because there is not...
Autrey Hadley 80 Autrey Hadley of Monroe LA Teacher died Sunday March 14, 2021. Services are Saturday March 20, 2021 at 2pm at King Jesus Worship Center Monroe LA. Visitation in 1-4pm Friday March 19, and 9am-1pm Saturday at Miller Funeral Home Monroe LA. Laura Bell Thomas Finley, 82 Laura Bell Thomas Finley of Delhi, LA Homemaker died Wednesday March 10, 2021. Service: 12 Noon Friday March 19, 2021 at Epps COGIC 187 Locust Street Epps, LA. Burial: Mount Zion BC Cemetery, 162 Calloway RD, Delhi, LA. Visitation: 3:00pm-6:00pm Thursday March 18,...
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 Starlight Baptist Church Usher Lovie Ford who loves God and loves being a favorite church usher. Favorite Usher Starlight BC Lovie Ford .jpg...
