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It is always sad when people die even though it is a part of human nature. Everyone on earth has connections with family and friends but death is still tough. Hearts are saddened to hear the news of a tragic single car accident that happened on Saturday, April 4, 2020 which claimed the life of Tyhildra "Ty" Johnson, 21, of Monroe, LA. According to police investigations, the vehicle traveled from off the right side of the road and rolled over traveling north on Highway 139 on the Old Bastrop...
The road to glory is the final step in the journey of life. Upon attending March Madness in Shreveport LA a Church of God in Christ Conference held annually, Shirley Louis returned home ill. She and family members became hospitalized where she died Sunday April 5, 2020. She was a member of Heavenly Traveler C.O.G.I.C. in Monroe LA where her husband is the pastor. Please remember her and her family in your prayers since the nature of illness is grave....
Goldie "Sonnyman" Sellers 78, was a Richwood, Grambling and NFL great who was like one of us. God blesses us all with a special talents. If you never discover your hidden talent, you lose it. "Sonnyman" went to Glory on Saturday March 28, 2020. He was a ferocious football and basketball player at Richwood High School in Monroe LA, who played for Legendary Richwood Football Coach Mackie Freeze according to Thomas "Tommy Duhe" Jenkins. There were so many Richwood High School Superstars including...
When thinking of family, there are many fond memories love, good times, birthdays, graduation, children etc. There are some families that love others more than flesh and blood. Its hard to understand the reasoning or bad blood immediate family members have for one another. According to police reports on April 3, Deputies responded to a disturbance in West Monroe LA to a verbal argument between the suspect and his sister who was seated in the driver's seat of her vehicle when the suspect turned...
Although life is filled with many ups and downs in this world, there are simply some things for which we just are not prepared. Losing a child is one of the hardest things that anyone can ever experience. No one is ever prepared for the loss of a child. When we face death, one of life's ultimate challenges, we realize how fragile life truly is. It has never been promised to us that we will live as long as we want. What we can concentrate on is how to live the best life we have been given. A...
My name is Gerald Brown. I have the honor and pleasure of serving as the Mayor of Richwood, LA. I ran for office so that I could work to make financial, structural and strategic advancements in Richwood, my hometown. Thankfully with the help of the Board of Aldermen, our staff, our community partners, our legislative delegation and last but not least our citizens we have made many strides and look to continue to build on taking positive steps forward both seen and not so seen. It is indeed the...
We often find ourselves in situations and places where others don’t want us to be mostly from the decisions/choices that we make. Most of the time, we make decisions/choices based on what we know and from what we hear from others. Sometimes what we hear is not always good, but we make the decision to act. It is those decisions that we make that we have to live by. When good decisions/choices are made, good things tend to happen for/to us. But when they are bad they can set us on a path that is no good for us. Two teens housed at the Swanson You...
Always God's Will, which will always be done remembering the good times especially 35-29-26 The Promise Birthday Celebration for Rob Lloyd, Brenda T. and Al Derry was to be March 28, 2020 but due to the Coronavirus Pandemic was cancelled. Those of you who had been knowing from ages 21-90 it would've been a signature event drawing crowds from the 318 and beyond. With so many fond memories happy birthday Rob, Brenda T. & Al, the birthday parties still stay on our minds!...
The Monroe area is mourning the death of Mrs. Ollie Little Riley, a beloved teacher and community leader who passed away on March 29, 2020, in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Ollie Little Riley 101, was born on October 22, 1918, to the late Malinda Brown and Early Little in Alto, LA. She was baptized at an early age at Morning Star Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Ivory Jacobs. She grew up and was educated in Oak Ridge, LA. She later moved to Ouachita Parish by way of Morehouse Parish in 1939. S...
For the second Sunday on April 5, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Monroe LA held Sunday Services on the parking lot of the church. Cars were lined in the parking lot as Pastor A. B. Davis Johnson Sr. gave a rousing sermon to the delight of those present. From the church sanctuary to the street, God's Word is being heard. Photo Pastor A. B. Davis Johnson Sr....
Les Martinique Debutante Ball, featured fourteen debutantes, elegance at its finest from the parents of the debutantes, to the debutante's escorts and of course a packed audience dressed in formal attire in December 2019 at the Monroe Civic Center B. D. Robinson Conference Hall. Les Martinique Debutantes and their escorts, enjoyed dancing with their fathers, stepfathers or significant person while mothers had fun as they danced with their daughters' escorts. Miss Les Martinique 2019 Lauren...
As the world continues to search for answers on how to halt the spread of COVID-19 through hand washing, wearing of face masks and social distancing, researchers are looking for that “smoking gun” clue that may signal a cure for the virus. As the rate of infections and deaths increase, researchers are literally racing against the clock to develop a vaccine either to slow down the virus’ spread, or a cure altogether. There are many voices that we hear from on how people are to cope with the virus, mostly from people who are not the scien...
We must weep with those who weep. Many are mourning the passing of their loved ones as well as those stricken by the virus. Those in Christ Jesus must continue to do good works, help one another, remember the elderly, and those in need. Let's continue to praise God always, giving him thanks because in him we live, move and have our being. We can do all things through Jesus our Lord. Well Bless God! May the hand of God be upon ALL that believe in him. Cleave to the Lord, because he is good, his mercy is everlasting. We must speak God 's Word...
(Matthew 6:26) Copyright 2012 By: Marion Obafemi, "THE PO' FOLK'S POET" It was 5:45, when I opened my eyes, and the first thing that I hear Was the melodic songs, of birds sounding the alarm, proclaiming that dawn was near. One bird said, "Each day I am fed, and I store no food in a barn I don't plant no crops, ain't punching no clock, but I have shelter from the storms". "So, why are you, looking sad and blue, don't you know you're a child of the King He thought so much of you, that He gave me...
Daniel 3:25 | NKJV “Look!” he answered, “I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire; and they are not hurt, and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God.” No matter what trial you find yourself in JESUS SAVES!!! You may be in a “storm”, a “flood”, a “famine”, a “law suit” illness or a “dispute”. Or put in the fiery furnace like Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego. Do not go into it alone. Always be with the Lord!!! Jesus Saves!!! Carry the Precious Person, Power and Presence...
Now, this is a strange topic because almost nobody wants to think about dying, not to mention the BEST time to die. However, during this COVID-19 period, at some point and time the thought crosses our minds. We all agree that people die when their time on earth comes to an end. Let’s explore some concepts on the BEST time to die. Using a major Biblical reference, Ecclesiastes 3, as it tells us, “There is a time for virtually everything… “ To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven: A time to be born and a time to...
Wisner Gilbert High School Graduates during the 1960's and 1970's included l to r David Bouie Sr, Jessie Toliver, Betty Sue Ward Cooper & Margaret Bowie-Thompson, standing William Chinn, Caesar Ray Chinn, Isreal Chinn, Titus Bouie, Robert Bouie Sr., Richard Bowie, Sr. Photo Wisner Gilbert High School Graduates Photo Dispatch...
Pastor Ronnie Hampton 64, of New Vision Community Church in Shreveport LA died Wednesday March 26, 2020. On Tuesday, March 24 Pastor Hampton tested positive for the coronavirus and died Wednesday evening. Pastor Hampton was from Monroe LA. Takin' it to the Streets' was an annual movement started by Hampton. Throughout the years Pastor Hampton partnered with the Northwest Louisiana food bank providing meals to more than 83 families every third Saturday at his church. Graveside services for Rev....
Jannie Slack, 72 Jannie Slack of Michigan died March 27, 2020. Graveside: 11:00 A.M., Wednesday April 8th at Plumhill Baptist Church Cemetery, Eros, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Only 10 people will be allowed at the Gravesite. Dennis Wayne Johnson, 55 Dennis Wayne Johnson of Florida died March 25, 2020. Graveside: 1:00 P.M., Wednesday April 8th at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Only 10 people will be allowed at the Gravesite. Dr. Sidney Taylor Hawkins,...
The Ouachita Parish Police Jury might have a new weapon to use when it comes to getting badly needed resources to meet the parish infrastructure needs. District “A” Juror and former jury president, Scotty Robinson introduced an ordinance at Monday night (April 6) meeting, asking for his colleagues’ support. As jurors discussed various agenda items, the meeting was streamed on Zoom, as Jury President Shane Smiley (dist. E) explained the circumstances of why the meeting was held in the manner that it was held. Smiley said that he was “foll...
Mayor Jamie Mayo & the Monroe City Council share this announcement on behalf of Public Works Director Tom Janway and Sewer Manager Charles Westrom. The City of Monroe Sewer Division has 75 lifts stations around the city. We have been experiencing problems at the lift stations and sewer plant with disinfectant wipes, paper towels, baby wipes, and other sanitary products being flushed down the toilet. This is causing major blockages in our sewer system resulting in Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs). Toilet paper is designed to dissolve almost...
These times we live are uncharted yet challenging. Pastor O.W. Billups Jr. Mount Olivet Baptist Church Monroe LA preaches an uncompromising Word which give people Hope while challenging the people of God to remain steadfast in their faith. His messages are timely while his praise and prayer remind us of who is in control. Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Photo Pastor O.W. Billups Jr....
Many of our conversations over the years, have been complaints about there being too many churches. Why don't they merge, we say? Why this, why that, we say. The premises for this cry are understandable, but so too are the reasons and premises for why we have so many. All attributed to and found inside the unique brutal journey of African Americans in America. Some of us are so serious about it that we participate in these debates with vigilance like the legendary debaters of Wiley College, who back in the thirties and beyond won all kinds of...
St. Timothy Baptist Church Monroe LA celebrated Family and Friends Day Sunday March 8. Special guest was Rev. Greg Williams New Hopewell Baptist Church Bernice LA. Sister Clydell Jones was program hostess, Sister Betty Lloyd made everyone welcome and Sister Monique Davis gave the occasion. "These things said he: and after that he saith unto them our friend Lazarus sleepth, but I go that I may away him out of sleep." John 11:11 Photo St Timothy Family & friends 1-Among those in attendance. Photo...
Monroe Colored High School Class of 1938 in Monroe LA was a special unique group of people. All the classmates strived to make things better for their next generation while being all or the best. Some of the members of the class included top row Jessie M. Lincoln, Virginia Williams, seated third Thomas Williams, fourth Ann Wiiliams, fifth Inez Clay and sixth Birdie Pargoud Keal. Photo Monroe Colored High Class of 1938...
Refuge International Healing Church Monroe LA celebrated Overseer Inez Walker's 29th Pastor's Anniversary Sunday March 15. Refuge International Healing Church held a celebration for Overseer Inez Walker's 29th Pastor's Anniversary with a sit-down dinner at Benoit Community Center Ballroom. Church members, family friends and City Councilman Kenneth Wilson were in attendance....
News reports across the country are sharing the unfortunate story of an elderly woman, and her three sons contracted the malicious Coronavirus and all succumbing to it. Antoinette Franklin, 86, along with her two sons Herman Franklin Jr., 71, Anthony Franklin, 58, and Timothy Franklin, 61, all passed within a week of one another. All four were residents of New Orleans, Louisiana. Antoinette Franklin leaves nine other children to cherish her memory. Louisiana has been one of the epicenters for the Coronavirus and is considered one of the...
COVID-19 Fraud and Hoarding of Critical Medical Supplies In response to the evidence that fraud schemes are being developed around the country to exploit the coronavirus epidemic, U.S. Attorney David C. Joseph announced today that he has formed a task force in the Western District of Louisiana to identify, investigate, prosecute, and dismantle fraud schemes designed to unlawfully profit from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Western District of Louisiana’s COVID-19 Fraud Task Force (Task Force) brings together multiple federal investigative agencies u...
The longer the Coronavirus sticks around, the more revealing it is revealing. African-Americans are contracting and dying of coronavirus at an alarmingly higher rate than White Americans. Diallo Brooks, Senior Director of Outreach and Public Engagement with an organization called People For the American Way released the following statement: “Newly released data about the alarming rates of African Americans contracting and dying from exposure to the coronavirus exposes the egregious, racist systemic disparities, and health policies that have a...
For millions of Americans awaiting coronavirus cash, help is not on the way. Although the $2 trillion stimulus bill passed last month includes payments of up to $1,200 for everyone who makes less than the limit, many Americans will fall through the cracks. That includes most college kids, immigrants without Social Security numbers and some disabled adults. Why so many gaps? Part of it is the urgency that faced Congress as it rushed to get money to Americans as fast as possible. There wasn't much time to fine-tune the bill to address every...
Some have it, others want it, but Odell "Cuz" Jackson knows exactly what it takes. Cuz does her part but knows it is her faith that has brought her this far. When it come to believing and faith, Cuz never wavers, and always sings "this too shall pass!" She also needs you to know this, when the time comes vote Chresancio "Chee-Chee" Jackson, City Council District 5. Don't Forget!...
A spirited, happy-go-lucky young woman who lived life to the fullest and made it her mission to enrich the lives of everyone she encountered is free and fearless. A flight attendant, Brittany was suddenly grounded by a rare and incurable disease. She decided to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime, and asked her best friend — her father — to accompany her. Their unforgettable journey would eventually result in Free and Fearless: The Amazing Impact of One Precious Life, an award-nominated story that underscores the resiliency of the hum...
8-year-old man was arrested for allegedly punching his mother during a fight over the family's toilet paper supply. Police were called to the residence where the man had accused his mother of hiding the family's toilet paper, which is in short supply because of stockpiling during the coronavirus crisis. He reportedly punched her after the argument escalated. The woman later told police she had hidden the toilet paper because he uses too much....
To date, the US has over 374,329 confirmed COVID-19 cases and reported over 12,064 deaths as reported by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Louisiana has over 17,030 COVID-19 cases and 582 deaths as reported by the Louisiana Health Department....
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